Christmas in Taichung
Image: courtesy of Snowtown That special time of the year is upon us. With Christmas celebrations in Taiwan growing with each passing annum locals, expats, and visitors alike are wondering where to go to immerse themselves in the spirit of the Holidays. We’ve provided our guides to celebrating Christmas in Taipei (here) and Kaohsiung (here) […]
Christmas in Kaohsiung
We just released our guide to celebrating Christmas in Taipei, but as the second most populated city in Taiwan we’d be remiss to leave out Kaohsiung. With Kaohsiung Mayor Han Kuo-yu (韓國瑜) vowing to ramp up an already fast growing tourism sector there are many people coming to town along with Santa for the Holiday […]
Christmas Events in Taipei – 3 Things to Do for the Holidays
The Holidays are upon us. We’ve already provided a guide for how to celebrate Thanksgiving in Taiwan (which launches the festive season) and now it’s time to switch focus to Christmas. Even though only 5 percent of the population actually identifies as Christian, Christmas is a big deal in the island state as hoards of […]
Alishan National Scenic Area – A Guided Tour
The Alishan national scenic area is located within Chiayi county in Taiwan and is known for its fantastic mountain views, Alishan tea hills, sunrise over a sea of clouds, forest train and more. Alishan is a signature to Taiwan, and many visitors come from all over the world to visit this scenic area. Alishan comprises […]
Best Hotels in Taichung (for Your Unique Needs)
Visitors often ask our local tour guides for recommendations on the best hotels in Taichung. Here are some of the best hotels recommended by our tour guides, including luxury hotels, boutique hotels, and budget hotels. Our tour guides rank the best hotels in Taichung based on an analysis of industry awards, hotel star ratings and […]
Best Night Markets in Taichung 2019-2020
By now you know that night markets are popular in Taiwan. In fact, many trends are established at these epicenters of food, fashion, and fanfare. For example there are innovative or re-invented delicious Taiwanese snacks and delicacies found at these consumer collectives that end up becoming big hits across the country and even overseas. While […]
Visit Taichung Jazz Festival when you are in Taichung
The annual Taichung Jazz Festival draws visitors from all over Taiwan and abroad, 2019 is no exception. Besides visiting the usual Taichung Tourist Spots, if you are visiting Taichung in October, be sure to check out the Jazz Festival.
3 reasons why you must visit Taichung Second Market
Many travel guide books and blogs don’t mention Taichung Second Market as a must-visit Taichung tourist spot. This hidden gem in Taichung is one of the most traditional markets in Taichung and is definitely worth paying a visit.
Best Surf Spots Near Taipei and Around Taiwan
Among the top water sports in Taiwan, one is growing in popularity faster than any other, especially now that it has been included in the 2020 Summer Olympics – surfing. Not only are locals catching the literal and proverbial wave, people from all over Asia and the world are island hopping to Taiwan to take […]
The Ultimate Guide to Taichung Airport
Taichung International Airport, also known as Taichung Airport, is an international airport terminal located in Taichung, Taiwan. The International Air Transport Association (IATA) Taichung Airport Code is RMQ. Previously known as Ching Chuan Kang Flight Terminal or Qingquangang Flight Terminal, it is a military and civilian airport. Taichung Airport address is at No.168, Sec. 1, […]