East Coast Taiwan

55 Unmissable Things to Do in Taiwan: The Ultimate Taiwan Travel Guide

June 19, 2020May 25, 2020

Welcome to my Taiwan travel guide, covering all forms of travel to Taiwan!

Taiwan is a small country that packs in a seemingly unlimited number of awe-inspiring experiences, from the towering skyscrapers of Taipei to the isolated aboriginal tribe of Orchid Island. It’s no wonder that the once little known destination is seeing ever-increasing tourist numbers. Here I’ve compiled 50 of my favorite things to do in Taiwan, …

Taiwan with Kids: How to Plan a Round-Island Trip

June 4, 2020September 19, 2018

When I first moved to Taiwan, I never imagined I’d end up staying here for 10 years, marrying a Taiwanese, and having two kids. Sage (now 5) and Lavender (4) were born and raised here. I also never planned for my travel site to become focused on traveling in Taiwan with kids. However, my article …

A Guide to Dulan, Taiwan’s Coolest Beach Hangout

May 26, 2020August 19, 2018

If you’re traveling down Highway 11 on Taiwan’s east coast from Hualien to Taitung or Kenting, looking for good surf, want to hang out with artists, or just seeking an antidote to nearby Kenting’s resort scene, Dulan is your spot. Dulan is located in a remote and very beautiful corner of Taiwan, but even from …

Taroko Gorge: The Grand Canyon of Taiwan

May 26, 2020April 19, 2018

Taroko Gorge, Taiwan, sometimes called the Taiwanese Grand Canyon, is the country’s premier scenic attraction, along with Alishan and Sun Moon Lake. It tops my list of best places to visit in Taiwan if you want experience dramatic nature on a short, easy-to-plan trip from the capital. It can even be done as a day …

The Stunning East Coast of Taiwan Part 1: Yilan to Hualien and Taroko Gorge

May 26, 2020April 19, 2018

Where should you go if only visiting Taiwan for 1-2 weeks? Most say that if you like history and culture, stick to the west coast. If you like scenery and nature, head to the east coast of Taiwan. While this is a simplistic breakdown of Taiwan’s diverse and abundant attractions, but there’s no denying that …