What to See and Do in Hualien Besides Taroko Gorge
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What to See and Do in Hualien Besides Taroko Gorge

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Sadly, due to a recent earthquake, much of Taroko Gorge, Hualien’s most famous landmark, is no longer accessible to the public. However, there are plenty of other places to check out in Hualien. In this blog, we will share a list of other places to visit in Hualien besides Taroko Gorge. Hualien is the largest…

Green Island 綠島 – The Best Place for Diving in Taiwan
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Green Island 綠島 – The Best Place for Diving in Taiwan

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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…

Xiaoliuqiu (Lamay Island) Ferry Guide – Travel Smart and Save Money
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Xiaoliuqiu (Lamay Island) Ferry Guide – Travel Smart and Save Money

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Xiaoliuqiu may be the best tropical island vacation getaway in Taiwan. Despite this, the only way for tourists to get to Xiaoliuqiu (Lamay Island) is via a 15 to 30-minute ferry ride. Many ferries travel to and from the island daily, and there are two ports to choose from. The whole process may seem complicated,…

Travel Guide to Hsinchu 新竹懶人包 – Taiwan’s Charming Tech Hub
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Travel Guide to Hsinchu 新竹懶人包 – Taiwan’s Charming Tech Hub

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Hsinchu, Taiwan, combines technological innovation with rich history, Hakka culture, and natural beauty. It has numerous old streets, preserved Japanese-era and Qing-era buildings, zoos, mountains, lakes, rivers, beaches, and much more to explore. It is definitely worth a stop on your next trip to Taiwan. History of Hsinchu: After the settlement of the area by…

Taiwan vs. Thailand: Key Differences You Need to Know
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Taiwan vs. Thailand: Key Differences You Need to Know

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Some people out there may confuse Taiwan with Thailand, however they are two very different countries. In fact, there are so many differences that we can’t even list them in this article. To help you differentiate between Taiwan and Thailand, we have laid out the key differences that you need to know here. I have…

Orchid Island (Lanyu) 蘭嶼 – Taiwan’s Best Indigenous Cultural Experience
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Orchid Island (Lanyu) 蘭嶼 – Taiwan’s Best Indigenous Cultural Experience

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Orchid Island (not to be confused with the Fijian Island of the same name), known in the local Tao language as Ponso No Tao (Island of the people), and in Chinese as Lanyu (蘭嶼) is a secret indigenous people’s paradise off the southeastern coast of Taiwan. It is different than any other place in Taiwan…

Kinmen Islands Guide 金門極限指南 – A Complete 2025 Travel Resource
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Kinmen Islands Guide 金門極限指南 – A Complete 2025 Travel Resource

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Kinmen (aka Jinmen or Quemoy) is a group of islands off the coast of Xiamen, China, belonging to Taiwan. For years it was the front lines and closest territory to China during the Chinese Civil War, which has not officially ended. Now that the war with China has come to a close due to the…

Kenting Travel Guide 墾丁懶人包 – The Best Beaches in Taiwan
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Kenting Travel Guide 墾丁懶人包 – The Best Beaches in Taiwan

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Yes, you should go to Kenting. Kenting has some of the best natural scenery in Taiwan, from beautiful white sand beaches that are warm year-round to limestone mountains with hundreds of caves and waterfalls to explore. Although it may not be a world-class beach resort destination yet, it should definitely be on your list on your…

Travel Guide to Yilan 宜蘭懶人包 – Beaches, Mountains, Hot Springs, and more
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Travel Guide to Yilan 宜蘭懶人包 – Beaches, Mountains, Hot Springs, and more

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Yilan is a gem on Taiwan’s northeast coast. It has rugged mountains, waterfalls, a flat coastal plain, a volcanic island, hot springs, and some of the best beaches in Taiwan. In addition, you can find night markets, seafood markets, museums, and much more to explore here. It is definitely worth a stop on your next…

2025 Guide to Penghu 澎湖英文旅游指南- Taiwan’s Ultimate Island Destination
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2025 Guide to Penghu 澎湖英文旅游指南- Taiwan’s Ultimate Island Destination

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The Penghu Islands （澎湖英文）are the best island vacation getaway in Taiwan. Only an hour’s plane ride from Taipei, these islands provide multiple world-class beaches, as well as snorkeling, diving, windsurfing, and other water activities. In addition, there are lots of restaurants, interesting historical sights, and accommodation options on these islands. Overall it is an ideal…