Activities

Chocolate, Cycling, and Boat Burning in Donggang, Taiwan

Donggang (東港) is a small township in Pingtung county on the southwest coast of Taiwan. Most travelers know Donggang as ...
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My Taiwan Pineapple Cakes Test: Which One is the Best?

Pineapple cakes (鳳梨酥 or feng li su) are the undisputed most famous snack in Taiwan, a country well known for ...
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20+ Fun Souvenirs from Taiwan (and where to buy them!)

Wondering what to buy in Taiwan? In this article, I’m going to introduce more than 20 of the best Taiwan ...
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Visiting TaipeiEye Theater for Taiwanese Opera in Taipei

Taking in a performance at TaipeiEye is an experience I highly recommend to all visitors to Taipei. TaipeiEye (臺北戲棚 or ...
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A Complete Guide to Cycling in Taiwan (for Newbies or Pros!)

Taiwan is a fantastic cycling destination, whether you are looking for a casual ride or some serious cycling. The country ...
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15+ Adventure Activities in Taiwan for Thrill-Seekers

For travelers seeking an adrenaline-fuelled getaway, Taiwan is the ultimate adventure playground. This island gem offers a wide array of ...
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How to Hike Elephant Mountain (Xiangshan) for Epic Taipei Views

Elephant Mountain (象山 or Xiangshan) is a mountain in eastern Taipei City. The relatively short trail up the 184-meter mountain ...
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10+ Best Places to See Capybaras in Taiwan

Don’t ask me how or why capybaras (水豚, literally “water pigs”) became one of the hottest tourist attractions in Taiwan. ...
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Lisong Hot Spring: How to Visit Taiwan’s Prettiest Wild Spring

Lisong Hot Spring (栗松溫泉) in Taitung county is widely regarded as the most beautiful wild hot spring in Taiwan. The ...
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15+ Snacks in Taiwan that Make the Perfect Food Souvenirs

When I first started living in Taiwan, I soon realized how important packaged snacks are. People frequently gift them on ...
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The 6 Best Taiwan Tour Packages: My Most Recommended Operators

In my decade+ of working in the Taiwan tourism industry, I have become acquainted with multiple tour providers here, either ...
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Fenqihu Old Street: Bentos, Bamboo & Fireflies in Alishan Region

Fenqihu (奮起湖, also spelled Fenchihu) is a major highlight in one of my personal favorite regions of Taiwan: Alishan. This ...
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