There is an ever-growing number of quality options to get your cocktail fix in Taipei. Whether you want a multisensory experience in a chic bistro or just want to take your drink home, the city’s talented mixologists will be sure to...
For a country seemingly obsessed with tea-drinking, it’s surprising to learn that until the 1970s most of the tea produced in Taiwan was exported. Coffee shops tend to be trendier than artisanal teahouses these days, but local tea aficionados have been...
With a terrific combination of shared-bike systems and dedicated bikeways available in cities in its north and along its west coast, Taiwan has become an urban cyclist’s paradise. Thoughtfully planned bike routes connect to public transportation hubs, green spaces, and tourist...
The Caoling Historic Trail is one of the best-known hiking routes in northern Taiwan. It is fairly easy to walk, takes you to points of historical significance, and presents you with spectacular mountain and ocean views at its highest points. Perhaps...
Put away your cellphone, clear your mind, and focus on the task at hand, no matter how mundane, at Chan Grove’s “Living Zen” retreats. I didn’t say a word to anyone, and when distracting thoughts arose – such as how I...
Happy Times in Hakka Land Text: Han Cheung; Photos: Maggie Song The Hakka people are proud of their culture and heritage, which are both presented in informative and entertaining ways in museums and theme parks around Taiwan. One of the best and...
Let’s Go on a Walk through Dalin, in Chiayi County! Text: Han Cheung; Photos: Maggie Song A small town in rural southern Taiwan, Dalin is a travel destination about which you most likely have never heard. This obscurity may soon be a...
Shenji New Village — Culture and Creativity in Taichung Text: Han Cheung, Photos: Maggie Song In recent years a major trend in cities around Taiwan has been the restoration of old houses, industrial sites, military dependents’ villages, and other heritage treasures. The aim...
The Scent of Tea and Trade in Taipei’s Dadaocheng District Text: Han Cheung; Photos: Nick Chiu Wandering through the streets and alleys of the old Dadaocheng area in Taipei City, you will be presented with a rich mix of East and West,...
Let’s Experience Tree climbing in Taoyuan! Text: Han Cheung; Photos: Maggie Song There is no shortage of trees on this subtropical/tropical mountainous island. Even from the center of northern Taiwan’s densely populated urban centers, it usually takes just a short bus or...
