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What to Do in Taiwan During Autumn
There is not as dramatic of a difference in seasonal weather in Taiwan as there is in many other popular East and South East Asian

What Not to Bring to Taiwan
Last week, we released a helpful article for international travelers about what to bring to Taiwan. What’s the logical followup? What not to bring to

What to Bring to Taiwan
Is your trip to Taiwan already booked? Sweet! You’re in for a great time no matter the time of year you’re coming here. But now

Baseball Attractions in Taiwan You Need to See
We started with the intention of writing a “best sports attractions in Taiwan” list then quickly came to our senses. While other sports such as

Where to Cycle in Taiwan – National Park Edition
Bike riding may very well be the ultimate way to see and experience a foreign land. When Ralph Waldo Emerson penned “It’s not the destination,

5 Best Rainy Day Activities in Taipei and Around Taiwan
It’s summer in Taiwan, and that means more rain than visitors and travelers care to experience. But unlike with many other destinations around the world,

Attractions Near Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport
Do you want to hop right into the action after arriving in Taiwan? Or, you are only on the island for a layover and want

Craft Breweries in Taiwan – Your Brewery Tour Awaits
The craft beer phenomenon has taken the world by storm, and beyond the beer, the breweries themselves have become just as popular. Dedicated travel guides

How to Bargain in Taiwan
Can you bargain for goods when visiting Taiwan? This is a question many travelers ask, wondering if the rules here are the same when it

Can You Rent a Car in Taiwan? What Foreigners / Travelers Need to Know
A common question posed by foreign travelers with Taiwan on their horizon regards the viability of renting a car upon arrival. Are there reasonable rental

Airbnb Experiences – Looking for an Alternative?
We live in world where the proliferation of online resources has opened up endless possibilities for travelers. However, many of you feel stuck with cookie

Where to See Cute Monkeys in Taiwan
If you take any sort of eco-tour in Taiwan there’s a pretty good chance that you’ll see a money or two (or more) along the

Famous Taiwan Film Locations Movie Buffs Need to Visit
image: Paramount Pictures A summer of Taiwan film festivals is running around the world. From Vancouver BC Canada (June 21-25) to Sydney Australia (July 25-28)

Ocean Attractions in Taiwan
World Oceans Day 2019 is upon us (June 8) but no matter when you find this article it applies to ocean lovers visiting our state

Is Taiwan LGBT Friendly for Travelers?
While there’s still a ways to go, we are indeed moving closer towards a more tolerant (for a lack of better words) global society. But

5 Water Sports in Taiwan You Need to Dive Into
Taiwan is an island, and as such is rich with a wide variety of ocean activities. In addition, there is a seemingly innumerable reservoir of

Is Taiwan Safe for American Tourists?
We’ll answer this question right from the get-go in a similar manner as we did with our recent piece titled Is Taiwan Safe for Solo

5 Most Interesting Museums in Taiwan
Museums can offer culturally enriching experiences that transport visitors back to a period and place in history that only a time machine could better replicate.