Transport

How to Get to Yangmingshan (with sample itineraries)

In my Yangmingshan National Park guide, I cover the top sights in the park in great detail. But the transportation ...
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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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Getting from Taoyuan Airport to Ximending (or Ximending to Taoyuan Airport)

Two of the most common questions in my Taiwan Travel Planning group are “How do I get from Taoyuan Airport ...
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How to Book the Sun Moon Lake to Alishan Bus (seat guaranteed!)

The bus from Sun Moon Lake to Alishan (or Alishan to Sun Moon Lake) is a high-demand route among visitors ...
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Taoyuan Airport Guide: How to Tackle TPE Like a Boss

Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the largest airport in Taiwan and main airport serving the capital city, Taipei. Like any ...
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Read This Before Renting a Car and Driving in Taiwan!

For my first five years in Taiwan, I was very happy that I didn’t need to drive. I love walking. ...
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How to Book Taichung to Sun Moon Lake Bus Tickets Online

Most tourists rely heavily on the train and HSR for getting around Taiwan. However, some places can only be reached ...
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How to Book Chiayi to Alishan Bus Tickets Online (Seat Guaranteed)

When taking the bus from Chiayi to Alishan (on of Taiwan’s top destinations), foreign tourists usually swipe their EasyCard. However, ...
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The Full Chiayi-to-Alishan Bus Schedule and Passenger Guide

Welcome to the only webpage on the Internet which shows a complete timetable of every bus from Chiayi to Alishan, ...
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A Guide to Booking High Speed Rail (HSR) Tickets in Taiwan

Figuring out the transportation system often causes headaches for travelers in Taiwan. The Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR) system is ...
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Getting to Cingjing Farm from Taichung, Sun Moon Lake, or Taipei

Cingjing Farm in Nantou county is one of the most popular leisure farms and mountain resorts in Taiwan, right up ...
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How to Rent a YouBike in Taiwan (with or without SIM/EasyCard)

YouBike / Ubike (official site) is Taiwan’s most popular bike sharing system, in a country that is known for its ...
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