A worthwhile inclusion to any Taiwan itinerary, Sun Moon Lake ‘shines’ as one of Taiwan’s top tourist destinations. Whilst it can get busy, the sight of sunset over Sun Moon Lake or a trip to the waterside temples usually makes up for the crowds and it is accessible from Taichung, Taipei and Alishan. Sun Moon […]
Author Archives: Taiwanderers
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Aug
Aug
Time to try a Taiwanese tea egg, one of the country’s most popular snacks with millions consumed every day. Available in Taiwanese convenience stores, street-food kiosks and night markets, Taiwan tea eggs 茶葉雞蛋 are popular with all ages and are a super quick and convenient snack, usually costing around NT$10 to NT$15 an egg (cheaper […]
07
Aug
Aug
You will never go hungry in Ximending, with restaurants, eateries and food stalls to suit all tastes and budgets. Where to eat in Ximending shouldn’t cause you too much of a problem, as there are a whole range of Ximen restaurants including long established eateries like Lao Shan Dong Homemade Noodles, King Pork Wan Nian […]
06
Aug
Aug
With hundreds of Taiwan night markets across the country, there are dozens of different Taiwan Night Market snacks to try from national food favourites to local signature dishes. The Taiwanese night market food scene is incredibly tasty and on every trip, we try to eat at as many as possible (and prices are pretty good). […]
06
Aug
Aug
What is better than a shop bought Taiwan pineapple cake? Likely the taste of ones you’ve handmade yourself! At the Kuo Yuan Ye Museum of Cake and Pastry 郭元益糕餅博物館 台北士林館, you can make your own tasty treats and take part in a hands-on pineapple cake making DIY class in Shilin, Taipei. Earlier this year, we […]
04
Aug
Aug
Taiwan ink stamp collecting is a fun and free thing to do in Taiwan, suitable for all ages (including big ‘kids’ like ourselves). One of the most popular topics of conversation in our Taiwan Travel Tips (TTT) Facebook group, you’ll find free Taiwan ink stamps to collect at stations, attractions and shopping malls. We always […]
04
Aug
Aug
Starbucks Taiwan is a popular place for travellers and locals to enjoy a cup of coffee or sweet treat – with almost 600 coffee shops, Starbucks Taiwan is ranked seventh in the world in terms of number of cafes, after the USA, China, Japan, South Korea, Indonesia and Mexico. From exclusive Taiwan Starbucks mugs to cute […]
03
Aug
Aug
Just married? A Taiwan honeymoon is the perfect way to spend your first wedded days – from beach breaks and luxury resorts to hot spring hotels, there are many romantic opportunities in Taiwan. Offering a wonderful mix of natural beauty, top rated restaurants and scenic train journeys, a holiday honeymoon in Taiwan can be ‘coupled’ […]
03
Aug
Aug
Are you planning a trip to Sun Moon Lake in Taiwan but are super confused about how to get there? Don’t panic as we have compiled this detailed guide to explain all the different transport options for getting to Sun Moon Lake. This article was originally published in April 2024. This article will cover how […]
03
Aug
Aug
Likely part of most travelers’ dream Taiwan itinerary, Alishan National Forest Recreation Area in Chiayi County is one of Formosa’s fantastic natural wonders. From its ancient tall trees to cherry blossom trails, sea of clouds and the famous Alishan Forest Railway, this is an amazing way to get back to nature. Getting to Alishan and […]