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Ever felt torn between choosing what you want for dinner? There’s always the option to merge two classics together to create something new. That’s exactly what has been done at Pizza Hut Taiwan, where visitors can sample the world’s first tonkotsu ramen pizza. The crossover was created in partnership with Japanese ramen restaurant Menya Musashi…
Discover Taiwan’s National Parks and Scenic Areas When Portuguese sailors happened upon Taiwan in 1542, they called it Ilha Formosa, meaning “beautiful island”. Gargantuan, dramatic mountains covered in dense jungle foliage make up around two-thirds of Taiwan’s topography, with about ten percent of the total land area protected by the government. Taiwan boasts nine official…
Taiwanese Foods We Can’t Live Without Love the ease, hate the side dishes. Cheap Taiwanese bento boxes are available in most convenience stores. 1. Braised Fatty Pork with Rice From mountains of flavored shaved ice to chicken cutlets as big as your face, Taiwanese eating always comes with superlatives. Starting with one of our favorites…
Happening now Trump speaks at an event for the Economic Club of Chicago. Watch CNN Definitive Design ‘Taiwan by Design: 88 products for better living’ A quiet, battery-powered scooter with a light aluminum chassis. Rather than owning batteries, riders can swap their power cells for fully recharged ones at one of Gogoro’s Taipei battery stations….
The World’s First Quiet Trail: Cuifeng Lake in Taiwan Start your journey to discover the tranquility of Cuifeng Lake, Taiwan’s largest alpine lake located in the picturesque northeastern Yilan County. This unique destination has been designated as the world’s first “quiet trail,” showcasing nature’s beauty and serenity. What Makes Cuifeng Lake Unique? Cuifeng Lake has…
Tragic Fire in Kaohsiung, Taiwan Dozens of people died after a major fire broke out at a building in southern Taiwan on Thursday, October 14. The fire started in the early morning hours at a 13-story commercial and residential building in the city of Kaohsiung, according to Taiwan’s official Central News Agency (CNA). The fire…
Deadly Train Derailment in Taiwan An eight-car passenger train carrying 498 people derailed in a tunnel in eastern Taiwan on Friday morning, killing at least 50 people and injuring dozens more, authorities said. Moreover, the train came off the rails just north of Hualien, causing several carriages to collide with the tunnel wall, the government-run…
Discovering Taiwan: A Journey with iBestTravel With a toot of its horn and a metallic screech, the Alishan Forest Railway rumbles out of Chiayi, a midsize city in southern Taiwan. As the humid jumble of roaring motorcycles and bubble-tea shops vanishes behind me, knotted electrical wires make way for betelnut plantations and small-town back gardens…
Taiwan is an island of food lovers where snacking is the national pastime, regardless of the time of day or night. Known as a melting pot, Taiwan’s incredible cuisine draws upon a multitude of influences, including Chinese Fujian, Cantonese, and Hakka flavors, as well as indigenous and even Japanese and American elements. You can enjoy…
Beaches may not be the first thing you think of for a vacation in Taiwan. The tiny island is well known for its night markets and vibrant hiking in subtropical climates that make for great city breaks, allowing both locals and travelers alike to escape the city grind. However, weekends are often spent by the…
Essential Travel Tips for Visiting Taiwan Taiwan is a breeze to visit, with easy-to-navigate transport systems, handy convenience stores at every turn, and endless restaurants that just hit the spot. However, it doesn’t hurt to prepare a little before you go. Here are some tips from a Taipei resident of seven years. 1. Accommodation Tips…
Transportation Options in Taiwan All cities and the majority of tourist sites in Taiwan are connected by a web of safe, efficient, and affordable transport. Therefore, understanding the various modes of transportation available can greatly enhance your travel experience. Traveling Across Taiwan: The Basics There are far more options to go up and down the…