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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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. ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...