When I first published this article (in late 2024), it had been a rough year for weather disasters in Taiwan, including the devastating Hualien earthquake in April and destructive typhoons Gaemi in July and Kong-rey in October. On top of that, many popular hikes and tourist attractions were closed for renovations that year. 2025 is| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed guide to basic Taiwanese Mandarin, including pronunciation, tones, best apps, and a list of key Chinese phrases, sentences, and vocabulary.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Taiwan travel expert shares the results of tasting 7 brands of Taiwanese pineapple cakes back to back, to find out which pineapple cakes are the best in Taiwan!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Taiwanese cuisine is characterized by some of the best street food in the world. Here are 101 Taiwanese foods you MUST try!| Spiritual Travels
Wondering where to eat in Taipei? Here are the best restaurants in Taipei, including Taiwanese, sushi, vegetarian, buffet, seafood, and more!| Spiritual Travels
This guide covers everything about tea in Taiwan, from how to buy or order tea from Taiwan, types of Taiwanese tea, tea attractions in Taiwan, and more!| Nickkembel Travels
Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) is the largest airport in Taiwan and main airport serving the capital city, Taipei. Like any major international airport, Taoyuan Airport is sprawling and at times confusing. I’ve prepared this guide based on many years of flying in and out of TPE while living in Taiwan. Below you’ll find answers to| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Taiwan travel expert Nick Kembel shares his favorite speakeasy and cocktail bars in Taipei, focusing on special cocktail experiences which stand out from the rest.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Nick chooses the top 20 vegan and vegetarian restaurants in Taipei based on 10+ years living in the city, including Taiwanese, Asian, Western, and vegan ice cream.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A super detailed guide to where to eat in Ximending Taipei, including the best breakfast, street food, bars, restaurants, and more!| Spiritual Travels
Heading to Taiwan? Here's the ultimate bucket list of places to visit in Taiwan, from popular to off-the-beaten-track, by a 10+ year resident!| Spiritual Travels
Uncover loads of things to do in Tainan, the ancient capital of Taiwan, including the best temples, night markets, and other attractions!| Spiritual Travels
A guide to the best sights, attractions, and other things to do in Kaohsiung, the largest port city and street art center in Taiwan!| Spiritual Travels
The best activities, playcenters, and other things to do in Taipei with kids, from a family that lives in Taipei!| Spiritual Travels
Did you know that cat cafes started in Taipei, Taiwan? Find out the best cat cafes in Taipei and across Taiwan, all personally visited!| Spiritual Travels
Yong Kang Street Taipei is famous for mango shaved ice, teahouses, and more. Join me on this self-guided foodie tour of Yongkang Street!| Spiritual Travels
Tainan has more temples than any other city in Taiwan. This guide introduces the 20 most important Buddhist and Taoist temples in Tainan!| Nickkembel Travels
Wondering what do to in Taichung, Taiwan? Here's a guide to the best things to do in Taichung, including some quirky attractions!| Nickkembel Travels
A complete guide to renting a YouBike in Taipei and across Taiwan, including rental instructions with pictures, how to lock the YouBike, assigning EasyCards, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Fuhang Soy Milk (阜杭豆漿) stands out at the most famous breakfast shop in Taipei city, especially among foreign tourists. For many visitors, getting up at the crack of dawn to wait in a long line at Fuhang is pretty much a mandatory experience. The line can take anywhere from 15 minutes to 1.5 hours. But| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed walking tour of Dadaocheng and Dihua street, Taipei's gorgeous historical neighborhood, including best restaurants, hotels, and a temple guide.| Nickkembel Travels
Maid cafes, amazing street art, claw machine shops–here's a list of quirky and outright weird things to do in Ximending, Taipei, 2023 updated!| Nickkembel Travels
With over 30 night markets in Taipei, how can you decide? This guide covers the best night markets in Taipei and the most famous foods in each one.| Nickkembel Travels
In my Yangmingshan National Park guide, I cover the top sights in the park in great detail. But the transportation information ended up being so complicated that I've created this separate post for it. Below, I'll introduce the main options for going from Taipei to Yangmingshan, including by tour, private driver, self-driving, or by public| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out everything you need to know about visiting Taipei & Taiwan in November, including the weather, best things to do, and what to wear!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A super detailed guide to visiting Taiwan in July, including things to do in Taipei in July, weather, what to wear, and best places to visit in the country.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed guide to visiting Taiwan in March, including March weather in Taipei, and the best March activities in Taipei and around Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
If you're thinking of visiting Taiwan in February, there are some important things you need to know. Learn how to plan the perfect trip in this guide!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Thinking of visiting Taipei in January or traveling around Taiwan in January? Find all the information you need, such as weather, events, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out how to participate in the 2024 Pingxi Lantern Festival, Taipei Lantern Festival, and various other lantern festivals in Taiwan, with dates and locations!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Whether you're seeking autumn foliage, pleasant whether, or low crowds, Taiwan in autumn is arguably the best season. Click to find out why!| Nickkembel Travels
A super detailed guide to Tamsui (Danshui) in New Taipei City, famous for Tamsui Old Street, San Domingo Fort, and Tamsui Fisherman's Wharf.| Nickkembel Travels
Taiwanese temples are a riot of color, detail, and activity. Discover the 30 best temples in Taipei and Northern Taiwan in this comprehensive post.| Nickkembel Travels
The most detailed guide to Yangmingshan National Park you'll find online, with top sights, hiking trails, how to get there, where to stay, flower viewing times, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Everything you'd want to know for visiting Longshan Temple, including how to get there, etiquette, visiting route, how to pray and ask for love, and where to eat nearby.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Looking for a restaurant open all night in Taipei? Find more than twenty 24-hour restaurants in this article, including breakfast shops, noodles, and dim sum!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Is Huaxi Night Market (Snake Alley) in Taipei really as sketchy as it used to be? Find out what its like today, the best food stalls, and how to find them!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A list of fun, unique, and interesting facts about Taiwan, a small but significant island nation straddling North and Southeast Asia!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Taipei 101 is by far the most famous landmark in Taiwan. The skyscraper rises above Eastern Taipei like a towering stalk of bamboo, nearly double the height of any other building around it (learn more in my Taipei 101 visitors guide!) Given its staggering height and prominence, and the fact that Taipei is surrounded by| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find all the information you need for visiting Taipei and traveling around Taiwan in December, including weather, best places to visit, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Wondering what to buy in Taiwan? In this article, I’m going to introduce more than 20 of the best Taiwan souvenirs. I’ll cover both traditional and modern & cute items, ranging from cheap souvenirs to expensive ones. I’ve personally purchased most of these items, so I’ll even tell you exactly where to buy them. I'll| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Elevate your Taipei 101 experience with this detailed visitor's guide, including how to get there, top things to do, what to eat, best views, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out exactly what to do in Taipei in one day, including the essential stops, how to get to them, what to eat, and where to store your luggage.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Looking for a free walking tour in Taipei? In this article, I introduce the four best ones, as well as some paid/private Taipei walking tours.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Some of the most common FAQs about traveling in Taiwan, with detailed answers by Taiwan travel expert Nick Kembel| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Learn the ups and downs to using eSIMs in Taiwan, why they are better (or not better) than regular SIMs, which eSIM is the best for Taiwan, and how to set it up.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
The absolute must-have apps for living or traveling in Taiwan, including transportation apps, dating apps, shopping apps, and more.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Looking for the cheapest flights to Taiwan? Here you'll find an updated list of all the low cost carriers (budget airlines) to Taipei, Kaohsiung, and Taichung!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed Taipei City guide by 10-plus-year Taipei resident Nick Kembel, including top sights, transportation info, where to stay, what to eat, and shopping.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Discover 30+ off-the-beaten-track things to do in Taipei, including unique attractions, temples, night markets, day trips, and neighborhoods with no tourists| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Loads of tips visiting New Taipei City, including top attractions, hotels, foods, itinerary planning, by someone who has lived there for over a decade.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A super detailed guide to Beitou Hot Spring and Beitou Thermal Valley, including the best spas, bathhouses, restaurants, historic sights, and more!| Nickkembel Travels
Personal recommendations on where to stay in Taipei, Taiwan from someone who lives there, including the best hostels, mid-range and luxury hotels!| Nickkembel Travels
A super detailed guide to riding Maokong Gondola and exploring Maokong area, including the best teahouses, restaurants with tea-infused foods, and hiking trails!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out how to use EasyCard, Taiwan's most popular smartcard, including how to buy it, where you can use it, and answers to several common questions about it.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed guide to hiking Elephant Mountain (Xiangshan) Trail for the best views of Taipei, including other hikes in the Four Beasts Scenic Area. Map included!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
What do Taiwanese speak? And what is Taiwanese language? Find in-depth answers to questions and the various languages of Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A step-by-step guide to tackling Raohe Night Market, including walking route, most famous food stalls, map to find each of them, and other tips for maximizing your visit.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A detailed walking tour of Tonghua Night Market (or Linjiang Street Night Market) in Taipei, introducing its four Michelin stalls and many more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
An in depth guide to the best traditional festivals, holidays, temple fairs, arts & cultural events, and music festivals in Taiwan.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A massive list of vegan and vegetarian food stalls at every major night market in Taiwan, with photos and locations included.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find a map and detailed walking tour of Shilin Night Market, with all the best things to eat, Michelin food stalls, and other cool things to see along the way!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find this year's cherry blossom forecast for Taiwan, including the best cherry blossom spots across the country and how to get to each of them.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Everything you need to know about moving to Taiwan or living in Taiwan, written by someone who has lived there for over a decade.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A guide to traveling during the Lunar New Year in Taiwan, things to do during Chinese New Year in Taipei, and the best/worst days to travel!| Nickkembel Travels
A super detailed guide to September in Taiwan, including the September weather in Taipei, what to wear, things to do, events, and more!| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Find out everything you need to know for planning a trip to Taipei or around Taiwan in the month of August.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
Introducing Taiwan's most opulent, unique, and highly rated luxury hotels and resorts, with practical tips for choosing the right one for you.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan
A super detailed guide to June in Taiwan, including the June weather in Taipei, what to wear, and ideas for things to do in Taipei and Taiwan in June.| Taiwan Obsessed - Your One-Stop Spot for all Things Taiwan