Articles By

Nick Kembel

Cherry Blossoms in Taiwan: Best Spots & 2026 Viewing Times

Taiwan is known for its cherry blossoms (櫻花 or ying hua in Mandarin, sakura in Japanese) and is one of ...
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Checheng Old Street: Nostalgic Logging Town near Sun Moon Lake

Checheng (車程) is a small former logging town in Taiwan’s central Nantou County, just a short hop from the major ...
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Is Taroko Gorge Open? What to Know for Visiting in 2026

At 7:58 AM on April 3, 2024, a massive earthquake struck Hualien county in Taiwan. Taroko Gorge suffered immense destruction, ...
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List of Places that Are Closed in Taiwan Right Now (early 2026)

When I first published this article, it had been a rough year for weather disasters in Taiwan, including the devastating ...
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How to Use an eSIM in Taiwan (and Which One Is Best?)

Mobile eSIMs are the new thing when it comes to staying connected while traveling. But are they really better than ...
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How to Hike Snow Mountain (Xueshan), Taiwan’s 2nd Tallest Peak

Snow Mountain (雪山 or Xueshan) towers 3,886 m (12,749 ft) above sea level, making it the second tallest mountain in ...
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What to Eat at Tonghua (Linjiang Street) Night Market in Taipei

Tonghua Street Night Market (通化街夜市), also known as Linjiang Street Night Market (臨江街觀光夜市), is considered one of the top night ...
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Alishan Cherry Blossoms Guide: Best Spots & Walking Route

Of the many cherry blossoms viewing spots in Taiwan, Alishan is arguably the most famous. Every March to early April, ...
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The 15 Best Hostels in Taipei (Experienced Traveler Reviews!)

Staying in a hostel in Taipei is a great way to save money, as the city’s hotels tend to be ...
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A Travel Guide to Yilan, Taiwan’s Family-Friendly County

Yilan (宜蘭, formerly spelled Ilan) is a favorite weekend getaway for Taipei people and one of our favorite places to ...
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14 Books about Taiwan: My TaiwanObsessed Recommended Reads

Taiwan is a place that inspires strong opinions, deep attachment, and a surprising amount of misunderstanding. Good books can’t replace ...
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Off-the-Beaten Track in Taipei: 30+ Unique Sights & Activities

Every list of things to do in Taipei looks pretty much the same – Taipei 101, CKS Memorial Hall, Longshan Temple, ...
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