destination practicalities
The best time to visit TaiwanOct 25, 2023 • 6 min read
From snow-dusted peaks and steaming hot springs to wildlife-filled nature reserves and neon-drenched cities, here's when to visit Taiwan.
Taiwan Travel Stories
- tips and advice10 of the best places to visit in Taiwan
Oct 23, 2023 • 6 min read
From gorgeous lakes to fashion-forward cities to serene coastlines, Taiwan offers lots in a small package. Here are the best places to visit.
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road tripsThe 9 best road trips in Taiwan
Oct 23, 2023 • 10 min read
Drive along scenic landscapes, historic villages and cliffside highways on the top nine road trips in Taiwan.
- hikingThe 10 most spectacular hikes in Taiwan
Oct 21, 2023 • 7 min read
From high-altitude routes and adventurous day hikes to scenic coastal paths and historic walking trails, these are Taiwan's best hikes.
- activitiesThe 15 best experiences you can have in Taiwan
Oct 19, 2023 • 12 min read
From soaking in hot springs to learning about Indigenous culture, there's plenty to do in Taiwan. Try our favorite 15 experiences to get you started.
- destination practicalitiesDo you need a visa to visit Taiwan?
Oct 19, 2023 • 3 min read
Read everything you need to know about securing a visa to visit Taiwan, a land of fabulous food, stunning hikes, delightful beaches and much more.
- budget travelHow to visit Taiwan on a budget
Oct 18, 2023 • 7 min read
Want to see Taiwan but traveling on a budget? Take advantage of free attractions and festivals, inexpensive public transport and exceptional hiking.
- beachesThe 8 best beaches in Taiwan
Jan 13, 2023 • 6 min read
From short crescents of shoreline to long stretches of black sand, these are the best beaches in Taiwan.
- tips and adviceWhat to eat and drink in Taiwan
Sep 30, 2022 • 6 min read
Taiwan is an island of foodies where snacking is the national pastime. Here's what to eat.
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national parksThe top 7 national parks and scenic areas in Taiwan
Jul 20, 2022 • 6 min read
From the highest mountain pass in northeast Asia to rare saltwater hot springs, Taiwan's national parks and scenic areas have something for everyone.
- history“Your chi door is not open”: experiencing a traditional knife massage in Taipei
Jan 14, 2020 • 5 min read
The ancient art of knife massage is undergoing a renaissance as a wellness activity in Taiwan. Jamie Fullerton ventures to Taipei to experience one.
- wildlife and natureSunrise over Jade Mountain: a trip up Taiwan’s Alishan Forest Railway
Nov 8, 2018 • 6 min read
Sometime before dawn, a group of dedicated travellers huddle in the dark cold of a small mountain train station. Little puffs of breath rise on the frosty…
- beachesBig adventures on Little Liuchiu, Taiwan's largest coral island
Aug 15, 2018 • 7 min read
It’s midnight, and you’re on the beach, wading carefully through the rock pools left behind by low tide. The only sound: the waves rushing back and forth…
- foodSouthern Taiwan: folk festivals, tropical fun and chocolate
Jun 5, 2018 • 6 min read
Tropical southern Taiwan is a land of turquoise waters and rocky coasts, night markets and beach bars, succulent seafood and fresh produce. One of…
- wildlife and natureWelcome to purridise: Taiwan’s Houtong Cat Village
Sep 28, 2016 • 5 min read
Tucked away in the hills of northern Taiwan, there is a small village that houses a furry surprise. Set alongside the Keelung River, the former coal…
- foodTaiwan: a secret foodie wonderland
Mar 14, 2014 • 5 min read
Right now, in-the-know foodies from across Asia are descending on an island in the East China Sea to gobble steaming plates of dumplings and nibble…
- shoppingA traveller's guide to buying jade
Feb 22, 2011 • 5 min read
Valued throughout Asia for its beauty and elegance, jade is an especially desired keepsake for visitors to Taipei, which has hundreds of stores…
