Taipei can be quite daunting to a non-chinese speaker although the locals are very nice. Wouldn't want to ask what's in my soup though...
Bombay can be formidable as well. Having had a case of Bombay belly in that fair city, my stomach churns at the thought of a layover. Mind you, like most cabin crew I thought I had a cast-iron stomach. Must be some darn tough bacteria down there. Shopping is a blast though and you get really good stuff at very good value for money.
My best destinations? Ahhh, to be in Vancouver on a cool, balmy day, rollerblading down Stanley Park. The rugged beauty of the Pacific Northwest takes one's breath away, and so does the whopping 14% tax (7%GST + 7% PST)on most purchases. San Francisco also comes out tops for sheer physical scenery. Rome for history and culture, and check out those italian men! Lastly, Istanbul for more history and culture and great value for money. Anywhere's fun though if the crew get together and party.....