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The Ultimate Travel Guide to Taipei 臺北旅遊指南

Byforeignersintw April 30, 2025April 30, 2025

Are you wondering what to do, see, and eat during your trip to Taipei? We have all the answers here in this ultimate travel guide. From the abundant food options, night markets, historical sights, mountains, and natural beauty of the area, there are endless activities and sights to enjoy for any amount of time. About…

Children and Parent’s Travel Guide to Taipei 小孩及家長台北旅遊指南

Byforeignersintw April 23, 2025April 29, 2025

Taipei is full of fun places and activities for kids. In the past few years, more and more fun parks, restaurants, museums, and theme parks have opened. In this blog, we will show you some of the most fun activities and places around Taipei that are enjoyable for kids. 🏯 Planning your trip to Taipei?…

Taipei Museum Guide – Discover the Best Museums in Taipei 臺北博物館指南

Byforeignersintw April 11, 2025April 29, 2025

Taipei is full of some of the best museums in Taiwan. Besides the National Palace Museum, there are dozens of museums in Taipei that can provide you deeper insights into Taiwan’s unique history and culture. 🏯 Planning your trip to Taipei? 🏮 Here are some top travel tips for you: Best time to visit: March-May,…

Xiaoliuqiu Island (小琉球) – The Best Place to Snorkel in Taiwan

Byforeignersintw March 27, 2025March 27, 2025

Xiaoliuqiu (aka Little Liuqiu, Lamay Island, or Lambai Island) is a small island paradise off the southwestern coast of Taiwan. The island is known for its clear water, amazing coral reefs, white sand beaches, and quiet, laid-back atmosphere. Only a short half-hour boat ride from the Taiwan mainland, the island is easily accessible. In addition,…

Dihua Street and Dadaocheng – Taipei’s Amazing Historical Hipster Paradise 迪化街及大稻埕

Byforeignersintw March 21, 2025April 29, 2025

Dihua Street is Taipei’s largest and oldest historic street, featuring an array of ancient buildings, traditional shops, art spaces, and restaurants. The street has a compelling history, dating back to a flourishing Chinese settlement in the mid-1800s. Key attractions include the Xiahai City God Temple, numerous traditional shops, and museums. It’s easily accessible via MRT…

Jiufen Old Street – Taiwan’s Amazing Mountainside Village 九份老街

Byforeignersintw March 20, 2025April 29, 2025

Jiufen, located in the Ruifang District of New Taipei City, is a charming hillside town known for its vibrant old street, which many consider the best in Taiwan. Visitors can wander through narrow alleys filled with classic Taiwanese snacks, steep stairways, and historic buildings. From nearly every spot in town, you’ll find sweeping panoramas of…

Shifen Waterfall and Old Street Travel Guide: Everything You Need to Know Before You Go

Byforeignersintw March 19, 2025April 29, 2025

Shifen Waterfall, Taiwan’s widest waterfall, is a must-visit scenic spot near Shifen Train Station. Surrounded by restaurants and gardens, it offers stunning views. Shifen Old Street is renowned for sky lanterns and local cuisine, but the practice poses environmental concerns. The area’s history and rich tourism have evolved from its coal mining past.

100 Amazing Things to Do and See in Taipei 台北景點懶人包

Byforeignersintw March 17, 2025April 29, 2025

This travel guide to Taipei offers an extensive overview of attractions, activities, and dining options. Highlights include popular sites like Taipei 101, night markets, and historical landmarks. It also provides tips on transportation, accommodations, and seasonal recommendations, presenting a detailed itinerary for an enriching experience in Taiwan’s vibrant capital.

Taipei 101: The Ultimate Guide to Taiwan’s Tallest Tower (臺北101)

Byforeignersintw March 14, 2025April 29, 2025

The Taipei 101 (aka Taipei World Financial Center) is the tallest building in Taiwan, standing at a height of 509 meters. It was the tallest building in the world from 2004 to 2010 and is now the 11th tallest building in the world as of 2023. It stands as an icon and symbol of Taiwan’s…

The Ultimate Travel Guide to Pingxi and Shifen 平溪懶人包

Byforeignersintw March 12, 2025April 29, 2025

Pingxi District of New Taipei has some of the most popular attractions in Northern Taiwan. With a total of 7 stations along the Pingxi Railway Line (plus 2 if you count Ruifang and Houtong), there are endless places to explore, eat, hike, and enjoy Taiwan’s history, culture, and natural beauty all in one place. 🏯…

Ultimate Guide to Taipei’s Old Streets 台北老街指南

Byforeignersintw March 12, 2025April 29, 2025

Taipei has some amazing old streets that you are waiting to discover. Each one of the old streets around Taipei has a special story to tell that can help you understand more about Taiwan’s History and Culture. In this guide, we will introduce the most popular old streets in Taipei, as well as some that…

The Most Awesome Day Trips from Taipei 台北一日遊景點

Byforeignersintw March 11, 2025April 29, 2025

When traveling to Taipei, don’t just stay within the city’s boundaries the entire time. Step outside and experience fascinating destinations that offer a new glimpse into Taiwan’s beauty and culture.To help you plan, we’ve highlighted some fantastic day trips from Taipei that are well worth your time. 🏯 Planning your trip to Taipei? 🏮 Here…

Tamsui Travel Guide – Taipei’s Amazing Historic Riverside Town 淡水最佳的景點

Byforeignersintw March 4, 2025April 29, 2025

Tamsui District of New Taipei is famous for its delicious food and historical atmosphere. It is one of the most popular and well-known areas in all of Taiwan. Some local delicacies here include A-gei, iron eggs, fried squid, and other seafood. Historical places near here include Fort San Domingo, Hobe Fort, Tamsui Old Street, Bali Old Street,…

Taipingshan Travel Guide 太平山 – Discover Yilan’s Amazing Mountain Scenery

Byforeignersintw February 21, 2025February 21, 2025

Taipingshan (aka Taipingshan National Forest Recreational Area 太平山國家森林游樂區) is a magical mountain paradise in Datong Township of Yilan County in Taiwan. It has an old Japanese-era logging railroad track which has mostly been abandoned, but part of it has been restored with a working train. In addition, there are hot springs, Taiwan’s largest alpine lake,…

228 Peace Memorial Day Holiday Guide – What to do and Best Historical Places to Visit (228和平紀念日指南)

Byforeignersintw February 19, 2025February 27, 2025

228 Peace Memorial Holiday is a holiday to remember the February 28 Incident in 1947, which was a massacre against the Taiwanese by the ruling KMT. It is a day to remember that Taiwan was not always a free democracy and that we should be grateful for the sacrifices of others who helped to bring the civil…

Miaoli Travel Guide – Discover this Amazing Mountainous Backwater 苗栗旅遊懶人包

Byforeignersintw February 18, 2025February 18, 2025

For you expats or foreigners who have never left Taipei, Miaoli is a large rural county in central Taiwan. From the ocean to hills, to mountains, and more mountains, Miaoli is an outdoor paradise. There are also many interesting cultural and historical sites here. Below I will list out some of the best places in…

Taiwan’s Northern Coast Travel Guide – Discover a Beautiful and Amazing Coastline 台灣北海岸懶人包

Byforeignersintw February 5, 2025April 29, 2025

The North Coast of Taiwan is a beautiful area with endless sights to explore. Taiwan’s northern coast is an amazing area with unique geology and rocks, lots of sandy beaches, amazing mountain views and hikes, old streets, night markets, historical sites, and much more to discover. Don’t not come here. 🏯 Planning your trip to…

Sun Moon Lake Travel Guide – Taiwan’s Most Beautiful Lake 日月潭旅游指南

Byforeignersintw February 5, 2025February 13, 2025

Sun Moon Lake is a beautiful scenic area in Taiwan and a popular tourist destination. Besides the lakeside scenery, one can also enjoy boat rides, Taiwanese street food, gift shops, temples, a gondola, an Aborigine theme park, and more. It is a must-see destination for anyone who is coming on vacation in Taiwan. Here is…

Nantou Travel Guide – Taiwan’s Most Stunning Mountain Getaway 南投縣懶人包

Byforeignersintw February 5, 2025February 14, 2025

Nantou lies at the heart of Taiwan and is its only landlocked county. It is known for its rugged natural landscapes and mountains and includes the highest mountain in East Asia. If you come to Taiwan you should definitely pass through this place and stop by at some of the sights we will mention below….

Chiayi Travel Guide – Best Places to Visit, Eat & Explore 嘉義懶人包

Byforeignersintw February 5, 2025February 13, 2025

Chiayi is a mostly rural county in south-central Taiwan. Despite its relatively small population compared to other counties in Taiwan, it has some of the most beautiful scenery, delicious local food, and interesting history. Come for Alishan, and stay for everything else you find along the way. Below I will list out some of the…

Changhua Travel Guide – Fall in Love with Taiwan’s Historical Central County 彰化懒人包

Byforeignersintw February 5, 2025February 5, 2025

For you expats or foreigners who have never left Taipei, Changhua is a large mostly rural county in central Taiwan. For years I myself never visited, because I didn’t know what was there and had no reason to go. It turns out there are quite a few attractions here in this secret paradise.Below I will…

Taitung Travel Guide – Top Things to Do in Taiwan’s Outdoor Tourism Paradise 台東懶人包

Byforeignersintw February 4, 2025February 4, 2025

Taitung has some of the most beautiful scenery in Taiwan, two amazing offshore islands, a striking coastline, deep mountains, and most of all it is bursting with unique aboriginal culture, with Indigenous people making up over one-third of the population. It is an unmissable stop on your next trip to Taiwan. Here we have compiled…

Pingtung Travel Guide – Explore Taiwan’s Sunniest County 屏東旅遊懶人包

Byforeignersintw January 23, 2025March 27, 2025

Pingtung is Taiwan’s southernmost county and includes the best beaches, sunshine, the best outer island, some of the best mountains, rivers, and waterfalls, the most sunshine, as well as interesting historical and cultural sites. It should definitely be on your list on your next visit to Taiwan. 🏖️ Planning your trip to Pingtung? ☀️ Here…

Yunlin Travel Guide 雲林旅遊懶人包 – A Rural Wonderland in Southwest Taiwan

Byforeignersintw January 21, 2025January 21, 2025

Yunlin is a rural county in western Taiwan that for many expats is simply a large landmass on their way to another destination. However, there are many worthwhile places to visit here, such as interesting historical sites, natural beauty, and rich culture worth exploring. Below I will list some of the best places in Yunlin…

Guide to Toucheng 頭城懶人包 – Yilan’s Amazing Seaside Paradise

Byforeignersintw January 15, 2025February 26, 2025

Toucheng Township in Yilan is known for its amazing beaches, but there is much more to do here, such as visit Lanyang Museum, visit Turtle Island, enjoy seafood, traditional fishing harbors, recreational farms, hiking, cycling, surfing lessons, and much more. Here is a short guide to Toucheng, to let you know the variety of activities…