Travel in Taiwan

All Aboard for Fugang, Taoyuan!

Travel in Taiwan — Fri, 08 May 2026 07:54:20 +0000

For the international traveler, except for its Taoyuan International Airport, Taiwan’s main gateway, the city of Taoyuan is largely terra incognita. Right beside Taipei/New Taipei City, most bypass it on the way to bigger-name attractions in the island’s center and south. Expats in the know, however, are well aware of its myriad worthy allures – here we explore charismatic Fugang, a time-capsule old market town.

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East Rift Valley Bikeways

Travel in Taiwan — Fri, 08 May 2026 06:51:11 +0000

Locals and in-the-know travelers use the inexpensive, high-quality Hualien City-to-Taitung City train service through eastern Taiwan’s gorgeous East Rift Valley like an “in-town” bus service, hopping on and hopping off at local stops. Tour cycling is popular in the flat-bottomed valley, which is carpeted with neat farms, especially rice paddies, and framed by the Coastal Mountain Range on the east and the Central Mountain Range on the west.

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When the Journey Is the Destination

Travel in Taiwan — Fri, 08 May 2026 06:00:04 +0000

Tourist trains are a relatively new phenomenon in Taiwan. It wasn’t until 1991, when the South Link Line was completed, that rail circumnavigation of Taiwan’s main island even became possible. It’s taken a while for the concept to build up a full head of steam, but with several new options coming on board in recent years, the country is now well on track to become a new hub for leisure train adventures.

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Three Routes, Countless Reasons to Ride

Travel in Taiwan — Tue, 05 May 2026 07:51:53 +0000

With understated efficiency, metro systems in Taiwan’s largest cities shift more than three million passengers a day, the high-speed rail system links north and south with a swift under-two-hour journey, and the round-island railway offers an easy, punctual, low-carbon way to explore at your own pace. In short, Taiwan takes train travel seriously.

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No Meat, No Limits

Travel in Taiwan — Wed, 04 Mar 2026 07:21:26 +0000

As vegan and vegan-adjacent diets increase globally, restaurateurs catering to the no-meat crowd face a conundrum: what type of eatery do they want to run? Some opt to win over the vegan-curious with familiar flavors. Others strike out in the opposite direction — unabashedly putting plants front and center. Others still take the How can this be vegan? approach. Below, Travel in Taiwanpresents worthy Taipei contenders from each camp.

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Slow and Sustainable

Travel in Taiwan — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:09:51 +0000

Framed by mountains and the Pacific, Taitung is a land of mesmerizing natural beauty. Improved transport links with the rest of the island have made the county more accessible, but this has also presented challenges to the environment. In this article, we’ll explore sustainable ways to travel in southeast Taiwan, from cycling and hiking to soaking in hot springs!

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Fields and Flavors

Travel in Taiwan — Tue, 03 Mar 2026 08:07:42 +0000

Long famous for its rice and lunchboxes, Taitung County’s Chishang Township really came into the spotlight decades back when its mesmerizingly beautiful scenery was used in some iconic Taiwanese TV adverts. Many visitors head straight for these drawcard attractions, but exploring its charming old namesake town uncovers art galleries, small museums, and provides tasty sustenance.

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Putting the Culture into Agriculture

Travel in Taiwan — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:49:31 +0000

Framed by dramatic mountain scenery and blessed with an abundance of sunshine, the counties of Hualien and Taitung are packed full of agritourism adventures that invite you to roll up your sleeves, fill your belly, and learn a thing or two along the way.

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Hualien Rising

Travel in Taiwan — Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:32:27 +0000

Wedged between the parallel peaks of the Coastal Mountain Range and the Central Mountain Range lies the East Rift Valley. It’s a place of exterior drama and inner peace, and — with its gentle bikeways, abundant nature, and community-oriented initiatives — it’s also the ideal playground for a spot of slow, low-carbon exploration.

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Coffee Meets Cocktails

Travel in Taiwan — Mon, 29 Dec 2025 08:24:41 +0000

The buzzing “C (coffee) by day, A (alcohol) by night” concept is reshaping Taipei’s dining scene. Many of the city’s cafés now offer extended hours, shifting from bright daytime hangouts and workspaces to relaxed, atmospheric bars at dusk. Some serve coffee and cocktails all day, even offering specialty drinks that creatively blend the two.

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