The LOT Travel Blog

Ever wondered how a trip can feel less like sightseeing and more like a temporary home? With a Taiwan tour that slows your pace, you will trade a checklist for mornings by the lake and easy evenings in lively neighborhoods. The rhythm here is simple. By day, you slip into city life in Taipei, and […]

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Picture this: you step off a narrow street into a steaming night market and a vendor waves you over like an old friend. Those first five minutes tell you you’re in the right place. Your small group moves with ease. You taste scallion pancakes, learn to order in broken English, and laugh when a guide […]

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Surprising fact: more than 70% of multi-day visitors say they saw far more highlights when they booked an organized route than when they planned alone. Sounds obvious, maybe—until you’re juggling trains, opening hours, and “wait… which exit at Taipei Main?” I’ve done both. The DIY scramble was fun in a chaotic way; the guided version […]

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As you’d expect of a dynamic island that’s transformed itself from an impoverished backwater to the world’s leading supplier of key technologies, Taiwan doesn’t stand still. In 2026, visitors can of course expect stunning mountain scenery, entrancing temple culture, and delicious street food. But if you’ve been away for a year or two, you’ll notice […]

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The pattern of holidays and celebrations in Taiwan is very different to that in the United States. Thanksgiving, Hanukkah, and Kwanzaa mean nothing to ordinary Taiwanese people and, with the exception of the one in twenty who attends a Christian church, Christmas usually passes unobserved. The slightly strange history of Christmas in Taiwan This year, […]

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Taiwan’s southwestern coast is littered with sites of cultural, culinary, and historical interest — so many that, with the help of an experienced driver-guide, it’s easy to spend an entire day working your way through Tainan’s ocean-facing districts, and then another doing the same in Chiayi and Yunlin. The Southwest Coast National Scenic Area encompasses […]

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Choose the right season and your trip unlocks more of the island’s charms. Spring and fall offer comfortable weather, vivid scenery, and easier logistics for your travel. You’ll move smoothly between Taipei’s neon night markets and tranquil lakes without wasting days on bad weather. If you’re comparing Taiwan tours, this is where the timing really […]

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Ever wondered how much richer your next trip could feel with a local guide who knows the best street food, secret tea spots, and hidden views? You want a travel plan that fits your pace. You want real moments, not a checklist. Life of Taiwan pairs you with trusted local guides who handle timing, tickets, […]

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There are a million and one things to do and see in Taiwan. Whether you’re a hardcore foodie, and you can’t get enough of the island’s amazing eateries and street vendors, or someone who adores cultural treasures like those displayed in the National Palace Museum, you’ll never lack for ways to fill your mornings, afternoons, […]

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Okay, quick confession: the first time I planned a tour of Taiwan, I overthought everything. Flights. Rain plans. Snacks. But the thing I didn’t plan for—the thing that surprised me most—was how personal it felt. The island has this way of pulling you in. People chat, they help, they hand you fruit… and suddenly you’re […]

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Ever thought about how a community’s warmth can make your family trip memorable? In Taiwan, the locals’ genuine friendliness is a big part of the journey. If you’re even considering a tour to Taiwan, the way people smile at you in markets and parks—yeah, that sticks. This island is known for its rich culture and […]

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Sun Moon Lake is a place to kick back and relax. Whether you unwind on your balcony at The Lalu — one of Taiwan’s very best hotels — or find yourself slipping into a pleasantly empty state of mind while travelling by ferry from Shuishe to Ita Thao, you’ll agree that there’s something truly tranquil […]

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