the gal behind
EVERLASTYING
Hiya, I’m Melinda
I drink way too much boba, believe in carry-on-only travel, and spend my time finding aesthetic cafes & delicious Asian eats, and uncovering the history of Taiwan & NYC.
Born in Miami, raised in California, and lucky enough to live in Taiwan for two years before landing in Brooklyn, NY 🗽. Those two years in Taiwan shaped me — I went from knowing zero Mandarin to speaking fluently, thanks to my parents’ encouragement and my own love of reconnecting with my roots.
You could call me… a cultural chameleon. 🌏🙂↕️
After taking several solo trips and having some deep self-reflections on how to make a positive impact on this earth, I created EVERLASTYING — a space to share authentic travel stories, spotlight small businesses, & show you how to travel deeper (without feeling like the awkward tourist).
National Palace Museum in Taipei, Taiwan
The Acropolis, Athens, Greece
Con Dao, Vietnam
Barcelona, Spain
Culebra, Puerto Rico
Reinebringen in Lofoten, Norway
Dubai, UAE
how
EVERLASTYING
began
Ever since I can remember, starting my own business was always a dream —
but let’s be honest, the fear of failure constantly held me back.
In 2023, after an unexpected shift at work…
I finally decided to take the leap.
And so, EVERLASTYING was born.
The name? It’s a mix of “everlasting” memories and “Ying” (瑩), my Chinese name, which means authentic.
I’m here to keep it real while helping you travel deeper and live lighter.
EVERLASTYING celebrates Taiwan’s beauty — its culture, food, and small businesses that deserve way more love and attention. Since I’m currently based in NYC, I’m also spotlighting Asian gems in the city to uplift our community.
As I continue to explore more places, I’ll share those adventures with you too — but Taiwan will always stay the center stage 💫
My mission is to promote intentional travel that enhances your experience, support local businesses, and promote eco-friendly habits, all while keeping it simple and creating unforgettable memories together.
Let’s make travel simpler — and way more meaningful.
GET TO KNOW ME
MOST UNDERRATED DESTINATION I’VE BEEN
Con Dao, Vietnam — peaceful, beautiful, and full of history
FAVORITE SONG ON REPEAT
“CAN YOU SEE ME?” by Rezz
COMFORT MEAL
Anything with potatoes — fried, mashed, or baked is all delicious to me
BEST TRAVEL SOUVENIR?
Handmade ceramics from local artists and clothing brands with great quality, designed locally.