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Orchid Island (Lanyu) Ferry Guide – Travel Smart and Save Money

Byforeignersintw June 21, 2026June 21, 2026

Orchid Island has the best-preserved aborigine culture in Taiwan, and it also has an amazing coastline, great diving and snorkeling, and historical and geological sites to explore. Despite this, the only way for most tourists to get to Orchid Island is via a 2-hour ferry ride. There is an airplane option, but seats are limited…

Tai’an Hot Springs 泰安溫泉

Byforeignersintw February 10, 2026February 10, 2026

Tai’an Hot Spring is a popular natural hot spring location in Miaoli County, Taiwan. Here you can find many hot spring resorts, Tai’an Old Street, which is full of delicious snacks, as well as nature trails, historical sites, and wild hot springs. It is one of the best hot spring getaways in Taiwan. 🏯 Planning…

Valley of the Gods (Shenxiangu) 神仙谷

Byforeignersintw January 20, 2026January 20, 2026

Shenxiangu (aka Valley of the Gods or Fairy Valley) in Donghe Township of Miaoli County is an amazing scenic area with multiple waterfalls flowing into a small mountain valley. The trail is short and includes a suspension bridge over the waterfalls, offering beautiful views of the area. It is a worthwhile stop for anyone visiting…

Sun Moon Lake Ferry Guide 日月潭渡輪指南

Byforeignersintw January 1, 2026January 1, 2026

Sun Moon Lake is a beautiful scenic area in Taiwan and a popular tourist destination that is best enjoyed via a ferry boat ride. By taking the ferry to the three main piers around the lake, you can enjoy Taiwanese street food, gift shops, temples, a gondola, an Aborigine theme park, and more. Here is…

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

Byforeignersintw January 1, 2026January 1, 2026

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…

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

Byforeignersintw January 1, 2026January 1, 2026

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…

Taiwan Amusement Park Guide 台灣主題樂園指南

Byforeignersintw December 23, 2025December 29, 2025

Taiwan does not have Disneyland or Universal Studios, but there are still quite a few home-grown amusement parks here that are worth visiting. In this guide, we will compare and contrast all the amusement parks in Taiwan so that you can find the right experience for you. Whether you are travelling with small kids, older…

Lalu Island 拉魯島, Sun Moon Lake’s Sacred Island

Byforeignersintw November 7, 2025December 24, 2025

Lalu Island on Sun Moon Lake is a sacred island to the indigenous people here, who believe that a deer showed their ancestors the way to the lake. Before a dam was built, the island was larger and shaped like a crescent moon. Even though tourists can no longer visit the island, it is one…

Ita Thao Wharf 伊達邵碼頭

Byforeignersintw November 4, 2025November 13, 2025

Ita Thao Wharf (aka Ita Thao Pier 伊達邵碼頭) is the best place for water sports and cycling at Sun Moon Lake. Here you can find Ferry rides, SUP and paddle boat experiences, bike rentals, and a bike path that goes to the Statue of Nine Frogs. There is also an Old Street with endless snacks…

Aowanda 奧萬大, Explore Taiwan’s High Mountain Forest Wonderland

Byforeignersintw October 31, 2025December 24, 2025

Aowanda (aka Aowanda National Forest Recreation Area) was an ancient hunting ground for the Atayal Tribe and was an area for Japanese hydroelectric power development. Now it has been converted into a nature preserve with an easy hiking trail for the public to enjoy, and is now famous for its maple trees and cherry blossoms….

Maolin Butterfly Season Guide 茂林賞蝶指南

Byforeignersintw October 29, 2025October 29, 2025

Maolin is one of only two overwintering butterfly valleys in the world, and has been named as Taiwan’s only three-star site mentioned by the Michelin Green Guide. In this guide, we will tell you where and when you can see butterflies here, what to expect, and a list of commonly seen butterflies. 🏯 Planning your…

Wushe Incident Memorial Park 霧社事件紀念公園

Byforeignersintw October 14, 2025October 14, 2025

The Wushe Incident (aka Mushe Incident or Wushe Rebellion) was one of the largest uprisings against the Japanese during their colonial control over Taiwan, as well as one of the last major uprisings. As part of the rebellion, 134 Japanese were killed, and 354 Seediq Indigenous people were killed in retaliation, which all took place…

Chuping Archaeological Site 曲冰考古遺址

Byforeignersintw October 9, 2025October 9, 2025

Chuping Archaeological Site is the only well-preserved highland prehistoric village site on the island of Taiwan. Although the site is now just an empty field, you can still see the artifacts that are stored at the Museum of History and Philology at Academia Sinica. In this blog, we will explore the physical site as well…