The Ultimate Travel Itinerary: Sun Moon Lake in 2 Days
Of the many stunning attractions scattered amongst the island of Taiwan, in the eyes of locals, Sun Moon Lake is the pinnacle tourist destination! There’s little wonder why, as a myriad of beautifully adorned temples stand amongst awe-inspiring landscapes and…
The Ultimate Guide to Taiwanese Temples
In a country with over 15,000 temples, Taiwan is most definitely a country in touch with its spirituality. In the resulting melting pot of Taiwanese culture, elements from some of the world’s oldest religions and ancient superstitions have been brought…
Does Taiwan Have the World’s Best Breakfast?
There are a few countries out there that are highly regarded for their cuisine. Italy, China and France offer some of the most iconic dishes and have massed countless restaurants across every corner of the globe! That’s all very well…
The Ultimate Travel Plan: Eating Snakes in Taipei’s Snake Alley
Despite Taipei being a modern and progressive city at the forefront of modern society, like many other iconic cities, it has its fair share of seedy activities hidden amongst the darker alleys in districts filled with organized crime. Within the…
Your Ultimate Daily Guide: Living in Taipei
There are plenty of cities around the world that are beloved amongst expats. New York, London and Tokyo may be some of the most iconic, but according to a recent survey, the Taiwanese capital of Taipei was placed firmly at…
The Ultimate Travel Guide: Jiufen
There are a few things that have placed Taiwan on the world stage. Whether it’s bubble tea, cute black bears or their constant beefing with neighbouring China, the country has earned a place in many people’s collective consciousness. However, many…
The Milk Tea Alliance: An Online War of Democracy
A few things are capable of bringing nations together. It may be a common heritage or sharing cultural similarities, yet history has shown that nothing brings two countries together more than a hatred of a common enemy. For Asian countries,…
What is Bubble Tea? The Rise of a Global Trend
As a British man, I thought I knew everything there was to know about tea. I couldn’t have been more wrong! It wasn’t until I arrived in East Asia that I discovered a whole new spectrum of the world-renowned beverage,…
The Ultimate Travel Guide: Lanyu (Orchid Island)
Everyone wants to find their own slice of paradise. White sandy beaches, vibrant coral reefs, wild unhindered rainforests and authentic tribal culture are just some of the ingredients needed for the perfect getaway destination. Well, that’s exactly what you find…
Turtle Island: Snakes and Volcanoes
Since the beginning of the COVID outbreak, until recently, travel has been unrestricted within Taiwan! During that time I was fortunate enough to visit most of the country’s iconic sites. My options on new places to explore were starting to…
