Taiwan, Island of Street Food
June 15th, 2025
Wherever you begin your tour of Taiwan, you can’t help but notice the vast number of street vendors in urban areas. Even in little towns with just a few thousand residents, you can expect to find stalls selling tasty snacks, drinks, and other inexpensive items. This is one reason travellers who opt to cycle or […]
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An Experience Unlike Any Other: The One Nanyuan
March 10th, 2025
In a corner of northwestern Taiwan that’s often overlooked by international visitors, a sublime rural retreat faces the mighty Xueshan Mountain Range. Less than an hour’s drive from Taiwan’s main airport, The One Nanyuan is truly one of a kind. Created at the behest of a newspaper magnate and covering an area slightly larger than […]
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Drinking the good black stuff at the 2024 Taiwan Coffee Festival
September 18th, 2024
Temples, mountains, tea plantations, markets… there’s so much to see and do in Taiwan. But even if you’re eager to soak up every experience this amazing destination can throw at you, there’s bound to be a time or two when you just want to sit down and enjoy a good cup of coffee. Taipei: A […]
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Six of the Best: Some Unfamiliar Proteins for Your Palate
May 20th, 2024
When a Taiwanese person talks about meat, they usually mean pork. If you spend a week or two in Taiwan, there’s a very high chance you’ll sample some of the island’s most popular pork-based dishes, such as braised minced pork over rice, spare rib and daikon soup (in case you don’t know, daikon is a […]
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Tipples in Taiwan: The Island’s Surprising Booze Options
March 18th, 2024
In Taiwan, drinking revolves around food. There’s no pairing tradition like that in the West which recommends Cabernet Sauvignon and steak or Chablis and oysters, yet very few drinks are imbibed without some kind of solid food. During the warmer months, cold beer goes well with flavourful dishes like three-cup chicken (so called because it’s […]
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A Short History of Taiwan’s Spectacular Teas
February 19th, 2024
Taiwanese people love coffee and they enjoy a far greater range of alcoholic beverages compared to just a few decades ago. Yet tea still holds a very special place in local culture. Per capita tea consumption has grown fivefold since 1980. In every supermarket and convenience store, you’ll see dozens of milk teas, black teas, […]
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Explore Taiwan’s Vibrant Markets on Private Tours
September 5th, 2023
Taiwan’s Thriving Traditional Markets Discover Taiwan’s traditional markets, where local culture and fresh produce thrive. Join our private tours of Taiwan to experience the bustling atmosphere and rich culinary traditions of these unique marketplaces. Embracing Tradition in Taiwanese Markets While supermarkets have become popular, traditional morning and afternoon markets remain essential for many […]
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Words From the Wise: Travel Advice from Life of Taiwan Guides
June 20th, 2023
Taiwan is an exceptionally safe place for tourists to visit. At the beginning of this year, Numbeo — a website which compiles cost of living and quality of life data about cities and countries worldwide — ranked Taiwan as third safest among the 142 countries and territories it surveyed. According to the website, only Qatar […]
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Discover Taiwan’s Culinary Delights on Our Private Food Tours
May 4th, 2023
Great food lies at the heart of any unforgettable travel experience, and our Life of Taiwan guided tours know this better than anyone. With our expert guides and itinerary planners boasting a combined 200-plus years of exploring Taiwan’s culinary landscape, we are your ticket to a gastronomic journey like no other. Our tours will take […]
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Exploring the Tranquil Charm of Kezailiao on a Private Tour of Taiwan
April 25th, 2023
Kezailiao, a serene coastal village, offers a striking contrast to the bustling modern metropolis located a short distance to the south. Steeped in history, this quaint village boasts fishermen’s cottages constructed over a century ago, using materials like coral stone and mud bricks. Many of these cottages have embraced picturesque decrepitude, making them a delight […]
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24 Hours in Kaohsiung, Taiwan’s Maritime Metropolis
March 31st, 2023
Explore Kaohsiung: A Day Filled with Hidden Gems Whether you’re concluding a journey through Taiwan’s unspoiled east or wrapping up an exploration of historic Tainan, a day in Kaohsiung before your departure is a treasure trove of unique experiences. While Kaohsiung may not have the international fame of Taroko Gorge or Taipei 101, it offers […]
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Taiwanese Breakfast Delights: Savouring Taipei’s Culinary Gems
January 15th, 2023
Why settle for a run-of-the-mill hotel breakfast when you’re in Taipei? Taiwan’s vibrant capital boasts a rich culinary heritage that extends to its breakfast offerings. Exploring Taipei’s breakfast scene unveils a fascinating journey through history, reflecting the changing tastes and influences that have shaped Taiwanese cuisine. A Century Ago: Rice, Carbs, and Necessity Over a […]
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