Sleepy mountain.Yehliu Geopark was quite a disappointment for us. There were too many tourists, most of them from mainland whose middle names are either 'I-Don't-Follow-Rules' or 'Who-Cares'… Read More
Company team-building activities are a fairly regular activity on the Dell calendar. One of the more community-spirited activities is the annual Jinshan beach clear-up operation at one of t… Read More
Ni hao! Greetings from Jiufen!More soon of Jiufen and Taiwan...Travel Period: January 2017Destination: Jiufen, TaiwanKeep in touch and follow me on Facebook: Travel & Lifestyle Diaries b… Read More
Xiangshan (香山) → Taipei City (台北市)
Como estava fazendo um tempo bom esses dias, eu e o pessoal da faculdade decidimos que na sexta iríamos para… Read More
View to the Shenao Fishing Harbour and the peninsulas from Jiufen.Yours truly had a little walk around Jiufen =)My day trip to Jiufen was really all about the food I ate and saw. I will post… Read More
I initially thought that I will be going to Jiufen (Jioufen) for some out-of-town Taiwanese village and culture sightseeing. It wasn't the case though.Bustling Jiufen Old Street with lots of… Read More
Jiufen Taiwan Day Trip
One of my favorite places in Taiwan was the decommissioned gold mining town of Juifen. This popular mountainside holiday destination is a particular favorite with… Read More
Jiufen used to be the economic hub during the gold rush period. Today it is very popular with tourists. It is situated on a hill side. Plenty of shops with narrow alleyways and rustic charms… Read More
Things to see in Hong Kong
My Hong Kong Itinerary definitely lived up to my expectations with so many interesting destinations full of culture in a fast-paced city life setting. Whether y… Read More
Jiufen is definitely a must day trip when visiting Taipei. While a lot of tourists visit Jiufen for a day tour, spending the night will definitely get you a unique glimpse into this beautifu… Read More
Taiwan is an underestimated tourism country for westerners – could it be because of the fact that so few Western airlines fly directly to the capital Taipei? In Taiwan it warm all the… Read More
Taiwan är ett underskattat turistland bland västerlänningar – beror det på att så få västerländska flygbolag har direktflyg till huvudstaden… Read More
My second day Taiwan trip was consist of four different locations namely: Yeuliu Geopark, Jiufen Old Town, Shifen Water Falls and Shifen Lantern Flying. This second day trip is package book… Read More
Location: Pingxi District, New Taipei City, Taiwan Shifen tour was the highlight of my day tour. I was completely in commune with nature when we had a delightful and leisurely walk to the w… Read More
Location: Ruifang District, New Taipei City, TaiwanThe 100-year Old A-Mei Tea House Jiufen, an old gold mining town of Ruifang District in the Northeast mountains of the New Taipei City, whi… Read More
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While Taiwan’s capital is home to plenty of attractions in its own right (and certainly worth the trip!), visitors to Taipei often miss the incredible gems located in the surround… Read More
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While it’s been a few years since I hiked to Teapot Mountain in… Read More
Here is a glimpse of Taiwan’s transportation, food, and the refreshing view of Jiufen! I get to see how the environment is different here and what are the supply chain and logistics po… Read More
Seacity Museum which houses artifacts from TitanicAside from IKEA, the Southampton Bar Gate, and museums, Southampton was the place where my sister lived throughout her years in the UK. Stay… Read More
In his latest series, Ideals and Traditions, artist Peter Chan explores themes of gender ideology, superstition, identity and popular culture in Asia.
Inspired by his recent visit to Beijin… Read More
It’s my first full marathon in Taipei! Had been wanting to run a full marathon in Taipei for a few years and finally did it this year. Maybe will run again a marathons in Taiwan but i… Read More
Best Taiwan foods and drinks
Taiwan is a place of incredible street foods everywhere, and it is also a place to make you feel warm.
My first trip to Taiwan for only 8 days. Although th… Read More
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With Beijing deciding to impose the national security law in Hong Kong, damaging the democratic foundations of the city, many Hongkongers are planning to flee to other nations. And to many H… Read More
Jiufen, Jinguashi, and Shuinandong are three former mining villages in New Taipei City’s Ruifang District, roughly an hour from downtown Taipei. Situated on the mountainous seaside slo… Read More
This post is long overdue. I have been super lazy with updating this blog so here goes another attempt to just put out a post! The pandemic has also had me itching to travel, so for now, I&r… Read More
Our agenda for the second half of the day was Shifen. Famous for its wishing lanterns (among other things), one has to visit Shifen after coming from Jiufen.
Shifen
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You know I love Taiwan. And if you didn’t, well I love Taiwan… Read More
In Asia, January is considered as the best month for travelling because of its climate and festive. During January most of the places in Eastasia like Korea and China will be in cold and mos… Read More
@TourTaiwanTTB Located in the north of the island of Taiwan, the capital of the country, Taipei, is one of the most modern cities in Asia. When the Portuguese first sailed to Taiwan in the 1… Read More
There's always room for dessert. This is something that I would often hear and something that I wholeheartedly agree with. After all, dessert is the best way to end a wonderful meal or the b… Read More
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Dominated by sparkling beaches, lush forest, and steep mountains, Taiwan is one of the most captivating island countries in Asia. This little magnificent destina… Read More
I’ve never really sat down and made a bucket list before and I still don’t know if I’d count this as one, but it kind of is. Obviously, I want to do a lot more than whats… Read More
Showcasing the amazing new works available now from some awesome designers. So what are you waiting for, come take a walk to our destinations for today:- Destinations: FaMESHe… Read More
If you're preparing for your next holiday but don't want to spend too much money on it, you may want to consider countries that are nearer to India or where the Indian rupee is higher in val… Read More
Thinking of travelling to the buzzing, vibrant, food-loving capital of Taiwan? Although the city’s most famous for its night markets and for being a shopping haven, there’s so mu… Read More
I thought i’d give it a try no matter if I was not a large enthusiast of long-distance relationshipZero, we don’t strike it well immediately. In reality, it had been quite the al… Read More
I thought i’d give it a try even though I was not a huge fan regarding enough time-range datingNo, we did not hit it well instantly. In fact, it had been a little the exact opposite. I… Read More
What to do in Taiwan?
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To visit Taiwan is to discover an island with magnificent landscapes, betw… Read More
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As a cultural traveler, I always look for unique cultural experiences wherever I travel. Do you also believe in cultural travel or immersive travel? That being so, this round-up of the very… Read More
In a lot of ways, it felt very similar to other business class flights I’ve taken. It was a great (and LONG at 15:50 hrs) flight, yet not much stood out as a must fly either. I wi… Read More
Taipei, the bustling capital city of Taiwan, offers visitors trip planner a unique blend of traditional and modern culture. If you only have 36 hours to explore this vibrant city, here are s… Read More
TAIWAN is KNOWN for its BUSTLING NIGHT MARKETS, DEEP INDIGENOUS HERITAGE, ROBUST ELECTRONICS INDUSTRY and BEAUTIFUL NATURE WITH LAKES AND MOUNTAINS.
Sitting on the junction of the East… Read More
Planning the perfect family vacation is an exciting endeavor that allows families to create lasting memories together. Whether you seek natural wonders, rich history, cultural immersion, or… Read More
From the second my plane set down on the runway to that brief moment I hugged my friend Allison goodbye on the metro as I set off back to the airport, my stay in Taipei was a whirlwind of de… Read More
Taiwan is an island nation that boasts a rich tapestry of history, culture, and natural beauty. Often referred to as the “Heart of Asia,” Taiwan is renowned for its vibrant citie… Read More