100 Amazing Things to Do and See in Taipei  台北景點懶人包
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100 Amazing Things to Do and See in Taipei  台北景點懶人包

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This travel guide to Taipei offers an extensive overview of attractions, activities, and dining options. Highlights include popular sites like Taipei 101, night markets, and historical landmarks. It also provides tips on transportation, accommodations, and seasonal recommendations, presenting a detailed itinerary for an enriching experience in Taiwan’s vibrant capital.

Taipei 101: The Ultimate Guide to Taiwan’s Tallest Tower (臺北101)
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Taipei 101: The Ultimate Guide to Taiwan’s Tallest Tower (臺北101)

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The Taipei 101 (aka Taipei World Financial Center) is the tallest building in Taiwan, standing at a height of 509 meters. It was the tallest building in the world from 2004 to 2010 and is now the 11th tallest building in the world as of 2023. It stands as an icon and symbol of Taiwan’s…

Yehliu Geopark – The Amazing Crown Jewel of Taiwan’s Northern Coast 野柳地質公園
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Yehliu Geopark – The Amazing Crown Jewel of Taiwan’s Northern Coast 野柳地質公園

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Yehliu is perhaps the most famous geological park in Taiwan, with its most famous landmark being the Queen’s Head Rock. These rock formations have been forming for thousands of years through erosion of soft sandstone due to wind and water. Hurry and see these formations soon before they are gone forever! 🏯 Planning your trip…

The Ultimate Travel Guide to Pingxi and Shifen 平溪懶人包
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The Ultimate Travel Guide to Pingxi and Shifen 平溪懶人包

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Pingxi District of New Taipei has some of the most popular attractions in Northern Taiwan. With a total of 7 stations along the Pingxi Railway Line (plus 2 if you count Ruifang and Houtong), there are endless places to explore, eat, hike, and enjoy Taiwan’s history, culture, and natural beauty all in one place.  🏯…

The Most Awesome Day Trips from Taipei 台北一日遊景點
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The Most Awesome Day Trips from Taipei 台北一日遊景點

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When traveling to Taipei, don’t just stay within the city’s boundaries the entire time. Step outside and experience fascinating destinations that offer a new glimpse into Taiwan’s beauty and culture.To help you plan, we’ve highlighted some fantastic day trips from Taipei that are well worth your time. 🏯 Planning your trip to Taipei? 🏮 Here…

The 2024 Taiwan Typhoon Season
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The 2024 Taiwan Typhoon Season

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From 2020 to 2022, Taiwan had a dearth of powerful Typhoons, a phenomenon some would call Taiwan’s Typhoon Iron Dome. However, the Iron dome was broken by two powerful Typhoon landfalls in 2023, and during Taiwan’s historic 2024 Typhoon Season, the iron dome was completely demolished. 2024 was historic in many ways, such as the…

Taoyuan Travel Guide – More Than Just an Airport City 桃園旅游懶人包
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Taoyuan Travel Guide – More Than Just an Airport City 桃園旅游懶人包

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Taoyuan is a large, bustling city in northern Taiwan, known for having Taiwan’s largest airport. But Taoyuan also has hidden treasures such as one of the best historical old streets in Taiwan, interesting cultural sites, amazing seafood markets, and mountain areas to explore.  🏯 Planning your trip to Taoyuan? ✈️ Here are some top travel…

The Best Beaches Near Taipei: North Taiwan’s Top 10 台北前10名的沙灘
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The Best Beaches Near Taipei: North Taiwan’s Top 10 台北前10名的沙灘

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Taipei has several excellent beach options nearby, offering places to swim, surf, and kayak. Popular beaches include Fulong, Wai’ao, and Baishawan. These beaches are not far from the city center and many have convenient public transportation. Popular activities on these beaches include swimming, Wakeboarding, Surfing, Speedboat Surfing, Diving, Snorkeling, Kayaking, Canoeing, sailing, Water Biking, SUP / Paddle Boarding, and more. Here is our…

Taipingshan Travel Guide 太平山 – Discover Yilan’s Amazing Mountain Scenery
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Taipingshan Travel Guide 太平山 – Discover Yilan’s Amazing Mountain Scenery

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Taipingshan (aka Taipingshan National Forest Recreational Area 太平山國家森林游樂區) is a magical mountain paradise in Datong Township of Yilan County in Taiwan. It has an old Japanese-era logging railroad track which has mostly been abandoned, but part of it has been restored with a working train. In addition, there are hot springs, Taiwan’s largest alpine lake,…

Miaoli Travel Guide – Discover this Amazing Mountainous Backwater 苗栗旅遊懶人包
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Miaoli Travel Guide – Discover this Amazing Mountainous Backwater 苗栗旅遊懶人包

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For you expats or foreigners who have never left Taipei, Miaoli is a large rural county in central Taiwan. From the ocean to hills, to mountains, and more mountains, Miaoli is an outdoor paradise. There are also many interesting cultural and historical sites here. Below I will list out some of the best places in…