Let’s talk about some big questions you may have about about Taiwan’s status. Is Taiwan a Country? Is it part of China? Is it an independent nation? Why isn’t there a Taiwanese embassy or consulate in my country? Why is Taiwan listed under “China” on many websites? You will never find a black or white […]
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Donghe Travel Guide
Donghe 東河, in Taitung County, is one of my top 3 beach destinations in Taiwan. I almost want to claim that it’s my favorite place on the whole island, but I won’t say that, because it may give you expectations that could be too high. Why is Donghe so hot these days? Donghe is quickly […]
Taiwan’s Northeast Coast
Renting a Scooter in Taichung
The most convenient place for renting a scooter in Taichung City is next to the High Speed Rail (HSR) station. It’s one of the only places where you can rent a scooter without an ARC (Taiwan’s resident card). Most scooter rental shops around the Taichung train station have old scooters that may not be the […]
Taipei Red Light District
A lot of people say that there is no such thing as a red light district in Taipei. Well, the people who say that don’t know what they are talking about. The red light district in Taipei is a vibrant place to walk around, eat local street food, and it’s conveniently located by the Taipei […]
Snorkeling at Wanlitong Beach
Wanlitong 萬里桐, a small village (and a beach) just north of Baisha Bay, is one of the best spots for snorkeling in Kenting National Park. The reef is somewhat well-preserved and still colorful, and you can see quite a lot of sea life on most days. The easiest access to the reef is at the […]
Taipei Main Station to Taoyuan Airport by MRT
If you want to travel from Taipei Main Station to Taoyuan Airport, your best option is by far taking the MRT (metro). The MRT ride from Taipei Main Station to Taoyuan International Airport only takes 35 minutes. This is much faster than taking the bus or a taxi. The bus might be cheaper, but you […]
Houwan (Back Bay), Kenting
Houwan means “back bay” in Chinese. It’s quite an appropriate name, because it really feels like you are behind the scene and out of sight, away from the crowds, traffic, and hectic action that is found in Kenting Village, Baisha Beach, and Hengchun. Houwan 後灣, Back Bay. You can see the Marine Museum and Turtle […]
