Taiwan Travel

Discover my Taiwan adventures, from bustling night markets and scenic mountains to hidden streets and local delights. This category shares travel stories, tips, and reflections from my trips across the island. Whether you’re planning your first visit or looking for off-the-beaten-path experiences, these posts will help you explore Taiwan like a local.

Crossing the threshold at Taipei Zoo felt like stepping into a story—golden letters welcoming me to a world of wildlife and wonder.

Travelers on the Pingxi Line itinerary release colorful sky lanterns inscribed with handwritten wishes over the railway tracks in Pingxi, Taiwan.

Pingxi Line Itinerary: Tracks, Lanterns & Pawprints

I didn’t plan a strict, sequential Pingxi Line itinerary, nor did my transit go entirely as expected. But then again,

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Modern subterranean plaza of Kaohsiung Main Station with its organic white ceiling design before boarding the Kaohsiung to Taipei by train express.

Kaohsiung to Taipei by Train: My 5-Hour TRA Trip

My Kaohsiung to Taipei train journey was one of two halves. One part quiet reflection and one part neon energy.

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The colorful stained-glass Dome of Light ceiling at Kaohsiung Metro station is a vibrant landmark often featured in Kaohsiung Solo Travel experiences.

Kaohsiung, Taiwan Solo Travel: A Rainy Season Guide to Southern Taiwan

In August 2023, I returned to Taiwan for the fourth time. This time for Kaohsiung solo travel. I wasn’t chasing

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Longshan Temple with ornate roof carvings, incense smoke, and worshippers in Taipei, Taiwan.

Taipei Temple Itinerary: Xingtian, Shandao & Longshan

✧ Series Note – Taiwandering 2019 ✧A third visit, a shared adventure—full of inspiration and discovery.Thank you for reading and

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Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall plaza with gardens, National Theater, National Concert Hall, and Liberty Square Arch in Taipei, Taiwan.

Taipei Day Trip Itinerary: Museums, Memorial Halls & Night Market Experience

✧ Series Note – Taiwandering 2019 ✧A third visit, a shared adventure—full of inspiration and discovery.Thank you for reading and

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A wide-angle, desaturated view of the Tamsui River in Taipei, Taiwan, featuring Guanyin Mountain in the background under a heavy, cloudy sky. In the foreground, there are parked cars, a construction excavator, and leafy trees framing the riverbank.

A Day in Tamsui, Taiwan: Wandering Paths and Hidden Moments

✧ Series Note – Taiwandering 2019 ✧A third visit, a shared adventure—full of inspiration and discovery.Thank you for reading and

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