Located in the southeastern corners of Taiwan, Taitung is one of the most beautiful places in Taiwan. It’s famous for its incredible natural scenery, rich indigenous culture, amazing food scene, and a whole host of fantastic things to do! However,…
Dawulun Beach: Keelung’s Stunning Golden Beach
Dawulun Beach (大武崙白沙灘), also called Waimushan Beach, is a beautiful little beach located just outside Keelung City in New Taipei, right next to the Dawulun Fishing Harbor. It’s not the easiest place to reach, but if you’re looking for a…
Fulong Beach: A Complete Guide to Taipei’s Best Beach
Fulong Beach, with its long strip of soft golden sand and blue water of the East China Sea, is one of the most famous beaches in Taiwan. If you are looking for a nice beach near Taipei, you definitely have…
Where to Stay in Taipei: The Very Best Hotels & Areas
Taiwan’s lively capital city, Taipei, is jam-packed with accommodation options. Whether you’re looking for a posh hotel, a boutique hotel, or traveling on a shoestring, you’ll have many choices. The only problem with so much variety is that deciding where…
The Best Things to do in Keelung, Taiwan
If you’re looking for things to do in Keelung, you’re in for a real treat. Keelung (基隆) is a fascinating city full of ancient forts and temples, colorful photo spots, and beautiful scenery. Located at the northernmost tip of Taiwan,…
12 Taiwan Night Markets to Satisfy Street Food Cravings
To really get acquainted with Taiwan, you’ve got to understand its food culture. And what better place to do just that than at Taiwan’s bustling night markets! Night markets are a BIG deal in Taiwan. In fact, there are more…
A Detailed Guide to Xpark Aquarium, Taiwan
With all the sights to see, museums to visit, and bubble milk tea to drink, the last place you’re probably thinking of adding to your Taipei itinerary is an aquarium. However, if you have a bit of wiggle room or…
Laomei Green Reef: Taiwan’s Spectacular Natural Wonder
Only 54km north of Taipei City, you’ll find one of Taiwan’s most incredible landscapes – Laomei Green Reef (老梅綠石槽). Located just on the outskirts of Laomei, a tiny fishing village in New Taipei City’s Shimen District (石門區), Laomei Reef is…
10 Dreamy Places to See Cherry Blossoms in Taiwan
If you’re looking for the best places to see cherry blossoms in Taiwan, this post is for you! Despite being somewhat of an underrated contender for cherry blossom viewing, Taiwan is actually a fantastic destination to see dreamy blooms! During…
Wuji Tianyuan Temple: Taipei’s Best Cherry Blossom Spot
Wuji Tianyuan Temple (無極天元宮) is a stunning Taoist temple located at the foothills of Datun Mountain in Danshui (often also spelled Tamsui) just on the outskirts of Taipei City. If you’re spending a bit of time in Taipei and want…
How to Get From Taipei to Jiufen in 2023
If you’re spending a bit of time in Taipei and want to get out of the city, you should definitely take a trip to the charming mountain village of Jiufen. While Jiufen is located less than 40km from Taipei, getting…
A Local’s Taipei Itinerary: How to Spend 1-5 Days in Taipei
Taipei is a multifaceted city brimming with deep-rooted history, a pulsating culture, incredible architecture, and a fantastic food scene. But with so many layers to uncover, things to do, and street food to taste, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed when…
