Formosan Aboriginal Cultural Village 九族文化村, Have a Blast at Taiwan’s Indegenious Theme Park
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Formosan Aboriginal Cultural Village 九族文化村, Have a Blast at Taiwan’s Indegenious Theme Park

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Formosan Aboriginal Cultural Village is Taiwan’s only large Indigenous-themed amusement park. Here you can find roller coasters, dolphin shows, indigenous dances, museums, and more. You can also visit Sun Moon Lake via the Ropeway/Gondola. It is definitely an experience you don’t want to miss. 🛥️ Planning your trip to Sun Moon Lake? ⛰️ Here are…

Taiwan Constitution Day (Christmas in Taiwan) 台灣行憲紀念日
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Taiwan Constitution Day (Christmas in Taiwan) 台灣行憲紀念日

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Taiwan Constitution Day is an important holiday in Taiwan when Taiwanese people can remember the founding of their constitution, and also celebrate Christmas. Now Christmas is finally a national holiday in Taiwan! In this blog, we will explain the history of the holiday, its significance, and how it is celebrated now in modern Taiwan. 🏯…

Labor Day in Taiwan 台灣的勞動節
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Labor Day in Taiwan 台灣的勞動節

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Labor Day in Taiwan is an important holiday in Taiwan when Taiwanese people celebrate their workforce. Before 2025, this holiday only applied to the private workforce. Starting in 2025, this day became a national holiday in which everyone, including government workers, has the day off from work or school. In this blog, we will explain…

Keelung Travel Guide, Best Places to See in the Harbor City 基隆旅遊指南
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Keelung Travel Guide, Best Places to See in the Harbor City 基隆旅遊指南

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Keelung is a small city in the northern part of Taiwan, known for its deep harbor. Here you can find interesting historical sites dating back to the Dutch, Spanish, Qing, and Japanese colonization of Taiwan. Now the town is a bustling urban area with tons of food options, amazing coastline, waterfalls, mountains, and much more…

Teacher’s Day in Taiwan 台灣的教師節
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Teacher’s Day in Taiwan 台灣的教師節

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Teacher’s Day is an important holiday in Taiwan when Taiwanese people celebrate the teachers in their lives by giving gifts and showing signs of appreciation. Starting in 2025, this day became a national holiday in which everyone has the day off from work or school. In this blog, we will explain the history of the…

The Ultimate Travel Guide to Taiwan 台灣旅遊指南英文介紹
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The Ultimate Travel Guide to Taiwan 台灣旅遊指南英文介紹

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Thinking of coming to Taiwan? In this blog, we will share insider tips for planning a great vacation here. Taiwan is the most friendly country in the world for foreigners and one of the best tourist destinations in the world. Many have called it the best-kept secret in Asia. Taiwan is not usually known as…

Orchid Island (Lanyu) 蘭嶼, Taiwan’s Best Indigenous Cultural Experience
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Orchid Island (Lanyu) 蘭嶼, Taiwan’s Best Indigenous Cultural Experience

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Orchid Island (not to be confused with the Fijian Island of the same name), known in the local Tao language as Ponso No Tao (Island of the people), and in Chinese as Lanyu (蘭嶼) is a secret indigenous people’s paradise off the southeastern coast of Taiwan. It is different than any other place in Taiwan…

Nanjichang Night Market 南機場夜市, A Complete Guide for First-Time Visitors
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Nanjichang Night Market 南機場夜市, A Complete Guide for First-Time Visitors

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Nanjichang Night Market (南機場夜市) is a large night market area in Zhongzheng District of Taipei known for its variety of food stalls and local crowds. The night market sits far away from the MRT station, meaning that usually only locals will snack here and prices are generally cheaper. Popular foods here include meatballs, sesame flatbread, stinky…

Taiwan Retrocession Day 臺灣光復節
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Taiwan Retrocession Day 臺灣光復節

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Taiwan Retrocession Day (officially Taiwan Retrocession and Battle of Guningtou Victory Memorial Day 台灣光復暨金門古寧頭大捷紀念日) is a National Holiday in Taiwan, which celebrates the recovery of Taiwan from the empire of Japan. It also celebrates the Battle of Guningtou, the last time that the PRC tried to invade Taiwan. This holiday was recently reinstated as a…

Our Favorite Taiwan Desserts 我們最喜歡的台灣甜點, The Most Delicious Treats in Taiwan
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Our Favorite Taiwan Desserts 我們最喜歡的台灣甜點, The Most Delicious Treats in Taiwan

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Taiwan has some delicious sweets and desserts; even if you are a picky American like me you can find something delicious here that you will be sure to miss if you ever leave. Desserts are one of the main things that has brought me back to Taiwan time and time again. Here I will list…

Sun Moon Lake Ropeway (Gondola) Guide 日月潭纜車指南
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Sun Moon Lake Ropeway (Gondola) Guide 日月潭纜車指南

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The Sun Moon Lake Ropeway or Gondola has perhaps the best views of Sun Moon Lake. Currently, the ride takes you from Ita Thao Pier to Aboriginal Cultural Village Amusement Park. Check out this blog for a virtual tour. 🛥️ Planning your trip to Sun Moon Lake? ⛰️ Here are some top travel tips for…

Thermal Valley 地熱谷, A Natural Wonder in Beitou You Can’t Miss
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Thermal Valley 地熱谷, A Natural Wonder in Beitou You Can’t Miss

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Thermal Valley (aka Geothermal Valley, Ghost Lake, Jade Spring Valley, or Hell Valley 地熱谷) is a bubbling and steaming turquoise pool, that is one of the sources of Beitou’s hot springs and one of only two green sulfur hot springs in the world. Here you can take a walk around the entire pool, enjoy the…

The Best Hot Spring Hotels in Beitou 北投最佳的溫泉飯店英文介紹
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The Best Hot Spring Hotels in Beitou 北投最佳的溫泉飯店英文介紹

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Wondering where to stay in the Beitou Hot Spring Area? There are so many hot spring hotels in this area, that it may be hard to choose from. There are many hotels within walking distance from the MRT station as well as museums and historical sites. There are also hotels that are more secluded and…

The Best Beaches in Penghu 澎湖最佳沙灘
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The Best Beaches in Penghu 澎湖最佳沙灘

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Penghu’s beaches could easily beat any beach on the main island of Taiwan. The water is clear, the sand is golden, and the weather is great. In this blog, we will share a list of the best beaches in Penghu, so you can more effectively spend your time on your next trip to this island…

Turtle Island (Guishan Island) 龜山島, Taiwan’s Volcanic Island Treasure
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Turtle Island (Guishan Island) 龜山島, Taiwan’s Volcanic Island Treasure

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Guishan Island (literally Turtle Mountain Island) is a turtle-shaped island off the coast of Yilan in Eastern Taiwan. Once inhabited by fishermen, it is now a coast guard base but is open for day tours. The island tour includes beautiful sea cliffs, hiking, a lake, an abandoned village, military tunnels,  and whale watching just offshore. …

Keelung Islet (基隆嶼) Travel Guide, A Little Island with Big Views
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Keelung Islet (基隆嶼) Travel Guide, A Little Island with Big Views

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Keelung Islet is the tall, rocky island off the coast of Keelung City, Taiwan that has recently been reopened to tourists. The island features a trail to the lighthouse at the highest peak that provides breathtaking views of the surrounding area. Just a short trip from Taipei, and then a 20-minute boat ride, it is…

Taiwan Festivals Guide, A Monthly Guide to the Best Festivals and Traditions 台灣節日指南
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Taiwan Festivals Guide, A Monthly Guide to the Best Festivals and Traditions 台灣節日指南

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Throughout the year, Taiwan is full of festivals and holidays. Besides the three major festivals and National Holidays when people are off from school and work, there are also many smaller religious festivals and events throughout the year. In this guide, we will provide a month-by-month breakdown of the major festivals and holidays in Taiwan….

Taiwan mangoes in a basket
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Taiwan Mango Guide, How to Enjoy Over 50 Types 台灣芒果指南: 怎麽享用50多種的英文介紹

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Mangoes are one of the best aspects of living in Taiwan. Taiwan mangoes are the best. They are simply the king of fruit. Also, many mango varieties can only be found in Taiwan. The only downside is Mango season only lasts for a few short months during the summer in Taiwan. In this guide, we…

Taiwan Bank Comparison, The Most Foreigner-Friendly Banks 台灣銀行比較 – 最適合外籍人士的銀行
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Taiwan Bank Comparison, The Most Foreigner-Friendly Banks 台灣銀行比較 – 最適合外籍人士的銀行

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From my personal experience, banking in Taiwan as a foreigner can be a painful and confusing experience. To help foreigners choose the best banking options and have a more pleasant banking experience in Taiwan, we have created this Taiwan Bank Comparison. If you are stuck with a terrible bank in Taiwan, chances are there are…

What to See and Do in Hualien Besides Taroko Gorge
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What to See and Do in Hualien Besides Taroko Gorge

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Sadly, due to a recent earthquake, much of Taroko Gorge, Hualien’s most famous landmark, is no longer accessible to the public. However, there are plenty of other places to check out in Hualien. In this blog, we will share a list of other places to visit in Hualien besides Taroko Gorge. Hualien is the largest…

Maolin Travel Guide 茂林旅游懶人包, Our Favorite Place in Taiwan
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Maolin Travel Guide 茂林旅游懶人包, Our Favorite Place in Taiwan

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Maolin District of Kaohsiung City is an amazing outdoor paradise and my favorite place in Taiwan. In this mountainous district of Kaohsiung, you can find waterfalls, streams, hot springs, butterflies, aboriginal culture, and great views, all by the roadside! Popular activities include swimming, hot spring bathing, river tracing, camping, and hiking.  Please note I have also finished…

Taipei’s Waterfall Guide, Explore the City’s Most Breathtaking Falls 台北瀑布指南
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Taipei’s Waterfall Guide, Explore the City’s Most Breathtaking Falls 台北瀑布指南

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Taipei is home to some of Taiwan’s most magnificent waterfalls, and most of them are just a short trip away. Here we have compiled a list of the most easily accessible waterfalls around Taipei. Please note this is not an exhaustive list. There are many more waterfalls in Taipei than are listed in this blog. Get…

Tainan Travel Guide, Discover Taiwan’s Oldest City & Ultimate Foodie Paradise 臺南懶人包
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Tainan Travel Guide, Discover Taiwan’s Oldest City & Ultimate Foodie Paradise 臺南懶人包

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Tainan is the oldest city in Taiwan and was the capital of Taiwan for over 200 years. It is also said to be the culinary capital of Taiwan, with many traditional Taiwanese snacks that originated here. Surrounded by historical sites, from the Dutch, Koxinga, and Qing Dynasty, it is a great place to enjoy Taiwan’s interesting…

Taiwan vs. Thailand, Key Differences You Need to Know
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Taiwan vs. Thailand, Key Differences You Need to Know

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Some people out there may confuse Taiwan with Thailand, however they are two very different countries. In fact, there are so many differences that we can’t even list them in this article. To help you differentiate between Taiwan and Thailand, we have laid out the key differences that you need to know here. I have…

The Ultimate Foreigner’s Guide for Surviving in Taiwan 外國人在台灣存活指南
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The Ultimate Foreigner’s Guide for Surviving in Taiwan 外國人在台灣存活指南

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Whether you are coming to Taiwan for three days or for three years, it can be hard getting used to a new country, and new culture, and a new way of living. To help you out, we have prepared this guide to help you survive and thrive in this amazing country. 🏯 Planning your trip…