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Our Travel Guide to Wulai – Taipei’s Amazing Mountain Paradise (烏來旅遊指南)

Byforeignersintw April 17, 2025

Wulai District of New Taipei includes some of Taiwan’s most amazing waterfalls, hot springs, aboriginal culture, an old street with snacks and restaurants, a gondola, a train, an amusement park, hiking trails, camp sites, wildlife, and endless mountain scenery to explore. It is definitely worth a stop on your next trip to Taipei. 🏞️ Planning…

Xiaoliuqiu Island (小琉球) – The Best Place to Snorkel in Taiwan

Byforeignersintw March 27, 2025

Xiaoliuqiu (aka Little Liuqiu, Lamay Island, or Lambai Island) is a small island paradise off the southwestern coast of Taiwan. The island is known for its clear water, amazing coral reefs, white sand beaches, and quiet, laid-back atmosphere. Only a short half-hour boat ride from the Taiwan mainland, the island is easily accessible. In addition,…

Camping in Taiwan Guide – Everything you Need to Know 在台灣露營常見問題

Byforeignersintw March 21, 2025

With two-thirds of the island covered in mountains, Taiwan has some of the most beautiful scenery in the world. One of the best ways to experience the natural beauty of Taiwan is via camping. Below is a very basic level FAQ on camping in Taiwan for foreigners who have never experienced it. 🏯 Planning…

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

Byforeignersintw February 21, 2025

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,…

Guide to Toucheng 頭城懶人包 – Yilan’s Amazing Seaside Paradise

Byforeignersintw January 15, 2025

Toucheng Township in Yilan is known for its amazing beaches, but there is much more to do here, such as visit Lanyang Museum, visit Turtle Island, enjoy seafood, traditional fishing harbors, recreational farms, hiking, cycling, surfing lessons, and much more. Here is a short guide to Toucheng, to let you know the variety of activities…

Cheng Ching Lake Ultimate Travel Guide 澄清湖完整導覽

Byforeignersintw January 13, 2025

Cheng Ching Lake (aka Cheng Cing Lake or Ching Qing Lake) in Kaohsiung is one of the most beautiful parks in Taiwan. Much of the lake is full of traditional Chinese gardens and architecture. Because of its size, it cannot be properly appreciated by only going there for one afternoon; there are simply too many…

The Best Views of the Taipei 101 (Best Places to see New Year’s Fireworks) 欣賞101煙火的最佳地點

Byforeignersintw January 3, 2025

Wondering where you can find the best glimpse of the Taipei 101 fireworks? In this blog, we will share a list of the best views of Taipei 101 and therefore the best places to see the fireworks on New Year’s Eve. These places are also great locations to take stock photos to get less cliché…

Matsu Islands 2025 Travel Guide 馬祖列島懶人包 – More than Just Mazu

Byforeignersintw January 2, 2025

Matsu is a fun getaway just 45 minutes by plane from Taipei. Here you can find traditional stone villages, bioluminescent “blue tears,” wild sika deer, military museums, the world’s largest Mazu statue, a variety of local food, and much more to explore. In this blog, we will share with you some of the major sights…

Green Island 綠島 – The Best Place for Diving in Taiwan

Byforeignersintw January 2, 2025

Green Island is a paradise off the southeastern coast of Taiwan. Once a prison for political enemies of the KMT, it is now a tourist hot spot. It is one of the best places to snorkel and dive in Taiwan, one of only three saltwater hot springs in the world, and it also includes amazing volcanic…

The Best Hot Spring Hotels in Beitou 北投最佳的溫泉飯店英文介紹

Byforeignersintw January 2, 2025

Wondering where to stay in the Beitou Hot Spring Area? There are so many hot spring hotels in this area, that it may be hard to choose from. There are many hotels within walking distance from the MRT station as well as museums and historical sites. There are also hotels that are more secluded and…