Taipei’s tastiest neighborhood, Yongkang Street is one of the yummiest things to do in Taiwan, packed full of cool cafes, decadent desserts and oodles of noodle shops and delicious dumplings. From the terrific Tian Jin Scallion Flaky Pancakes to xiao long bao and beef noodles, there is something to suit all tastes (and budgets) along […]
Author Archives: Taiwanderers
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Taipei’s Ximending is famous for its bright lights, evening bites and late nights – Ximending is the heart and soul of Taipei’s Wanhua District, home to sublime street art, cool shops like Pop Mart and night-time entertainment. And there are lots of Ximending hotels to suit all budgets making it an affordable place to stay. […]
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Which is the most tasty Taiwan pineapple cake? 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 great suggestions. From famous brand Taiwan pineapple cakes to some less well known bakeries, the results were a great tool to […]
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No long railway journey in Taiwan is complete without a Taiwan railway bento box (also known as a ‘bian dang’ 便當). A delicious traveller rite of passage, enjoy a TRA bento box meal bought from the station and enjoy it onboard – best served with epic Taiwan views through the window (and maybe a Taiwanese […]
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The historic district of Dihua Street and Dadaocheng in Taipei is perhaps most famous for its amazing architecture, traditional Chinese medicine shops and Lunar New Year celebrations – however, in recent years, the area has welcomed an influx of coffee shops, fashions stores and craft beer bars. A marvellous mix of new and traditional Taipei, […]
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As regular travellers to Taiwan, we stay in a lot of good hotels and post about our experience and accommodation reviews in our Taiwan Travel Tips (TTT) Facebook group. From relaxing retreats to themed hotels, stunning views or stargazing from National Park accommodation, these are the most unique Taiwan hotels and memorable stays based on […]
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Visiting Taiwan in September 2026? You are in for a treat as there are lots of Taiwan festivals in September 2026, from the Keelung Ghost festival to the Taipei Jazz Festival – both of which will raise your ‘spirits’! Taiwan concerts in September include K-Pop favourites IVE and ITZY plus Post Malone plays Kaohsiung. Featuring […]
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Celebrating the most weird and wonderful attractions Taipei has to offer, there are so many unique and unusual things to do in Taipei, Taiwan’s capital. From a ‘crap’ restaurant to a cat village, rude pineapple cakes to wonky post boxes, Taipei is utterly unique in the unusual tourism sector. With something to suit all tastes […]
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If you have a layover at Taipei Airport (Taoyuan International Airport), take advantage of the free Taipei tour (half day) available to transit and transfer passengers. The free half day tour from Taoyuan International Taipei Airport departs twice daily and lasts around four hours – and until 31 October 2026, transit passengers to Taiwan who […]
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Traveling to Taipei (Taiwan) for the first time? You are in for a treat as Taipei for first timers is an easy entry point to explore Taiwan and an excellent place to base yourself. From city transport to Taipei day trips, we’ve got you covered – and Taiwan is relatively inexpensive especially if you plan […]