Looking for the perfect place to stay in Taipei? Here are my first-hand experiences with some of the best luxury and boutique hotels in the city. Taipei is a city that thrives on contrasts – ancient temples tucked between futuristic skyscrapers, bustling night markets just steps away from serene tea houses. Each pocket and neighbourhood…
Visit this tiny island in Taiwan for a chance to swim alongside huge sea turtles – read on for everything you need to know about planning a day trip to Xiaoliuqiu off the coast of Kaohsiung. Xiaoliuqiu is Taiwan’s only offshore coral reef island, located a short 25-30 minute ferry ride from Donggang port near…
The riverside city of Kaohsiung (pronounced “Gao Shong“) is located in southern Taiwan, just a short high speed train ride away from Taipei. Though it has its own international airport, Kaohsiung is often overlooked and sees just a fraction of tourists when compared to the glitzy capital city. Kaohsiung is a sprawling city offering quiet…
While Kenting National Park in southern Taiwan’s Pingtung County is very well known by Taiwanese people as a top beach vacation destination, it is not exactly on the international radar. Those in the know will tell you to add Kenting to your Taiwan itinerary – here is my Kenting travel guide to help you plan…
Nestled within a national park along Taiwan’s picturesque south coast, Gloria Manor is a former presidential vacation destination that has since been transformed into a world-class resort for those in the know. Our recent stay in Taiwan’s underrated Kenting National Park was a reminder not to overlook destinations closer to home. While Kenting in Pingtung…