Bugcat Capoo (貓貓蟲咖波) is one of the most popular Taiwan cartoon characters, a cute cross between a blue cat and a bug, created by Taiwan illustrator Yara (亞拉). Bugcat Capoo has over 2.1 million followers on Instagram and celebrated its 10th anniversary recently. Such is the popularity of Bugcat Capoo in Taiwan, you’ll find Bugcat […]
Author Archives: Taiwanderers
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Oooooh, a Bugcat Capoo themed 7-Eleven in Taipei is definitely one of the more fun convenience stores in Taiwan to visit. 7-Eleven Taiwan has over 100 themed stores across the country, including cartoon character branded stores such as Snoopy / Peanuts, Hello Kitty, Ultraman, Pokemon and Mofusand. Bugcat Capoo (貓貓蟲咖波) is one of the most […]
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One of Taiwan’s best night markets, Taichung’s Feng Chia Night Market is one fantastic foodie find, located very close to Feng Chia University. With around 200 pop-up stalls that open every night plus many permanent clothes, tech and amusement arcades lining the street, Feng Chia 逢甲夜市 is a large night market with some incredible foods […]
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Whilst Taiwan is amazing, the Taipei weather can sometimes be a little unpredictable – thankfully there are lots of Taipei rainy day and hot summer indoor attractions to suit all ages and budgets. From photo booths to Pokemon, there are lots of things to do in Taipei on rainy / hot weather days (and not […]
FOOD AND DRINK, NIGHT MARKETS, SHOPPING, TAIPEI
Gongguan Night Market – Taipei’s Local and Student Night Market
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One of Taipei’s best night markets and possibly the most authentic, what Gongguan Night Market lacks in size is more than made up for by the amount of amazing food. Located in a popular student area famous for its NTNU-Gongguan Campus, Gongguan Night Market is Taipei’s largest night market in the South District, within a […]
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Jul
One of the most commonly asked questions in our Taiwan Travel Tips Facebook group is about Taiwan driver recommendations or the best private driver service in Taiwan. Whilst public transport in Taiwan is very good, sometimes you may want to create a more personalised itinerary using a private driver which might also include some out […]
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Travelling to Taiwan has never been easier thanks to all the free smartphone apps available – from translation to transportation, weather to wonderful restaurants, Taiwan phone apps make life so much easier. Whether using a SIM card, eSIM or the wide ranging Wi-Fi network in Taiwan, most of the information you need is available at […]
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Jul
Off to Taiwan soon? Great news – but planning and packing properly is the key to a successful Taiwan trip. From Taiwan’s changeable weather (pack layers – you’re welcome) to Taiwan travel essentials like the correct plug adaptors, putting together a Taiwan packing list is a must-do before you fly. We’ve been lucky enough to […]
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Jul
Which is the best bubble tea brand in Taiwan? We put it to our Taiwan Travel Tips (TTT) Facebook group for a vote, and there were a few clear favourites plus a lot of other brilliant bubble tea (also known as boba tea) suggestions. From big brand bubble tea shops to some less well known […]
KAOHSIUNG, PINGXI LINE, SUN MOON LAKE, TAICHUNG, TAINAN, TAIPEI
40 Instagrammable and Colorful Taiwan Photo Spots 2026
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Taiwan’s rainbow villages, colorful creative parks and vibrant villages make it one of the world’s Instagram hotspots and top TikTok places. From Ximending’s excellent street-art to colorful fishing harbors and even a ‘Rainbow Railway’, Taiwan is tops for dazzling day-trips and epic excursions. Kaohsiung is a kaleidoscope of color with the Dome of Light, Weiwuying […]