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, …
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 (3) 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 …
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. Even from Taipei, you can reach the area quite quickly if you fly from Taipei’s …
Taroko Gorge, Taiwan, sometimes called the Taiwanese Grand Canyon, is the country’s premier scenic attraction, along with Alishan and Sun Moon Lake, tops my list of best places to visit in Taiwan to experience some dramatic nature on a short, easy-to-plan trip from the capital. For many visitors, if they only visit one destination outside …
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 east Taiwan. This is a simplistic breakdown of Taiwan’s diverse and abundant attractions, but there’s no denying that Taiwan’s east coast …
Read moreThe Stunning East Coast of Taiwan Part 1: Yilan to Hualien and Taroko Gorge