A luxury Taiwan tour, customized just for you. Curates Taiwan travel experiences for the discerning luxury traveler.| Life of Taiwan
Taiwan has never served as a venue for the Olympic Games but it has successfully hosted a number of major international sporting events. In 2009 the southern harbour city of Kaohsiung did a superb job welcoming the 8th World Games (an Olympics-style event featuring sports that aren’t part of the summer or winter Olympics) and the […]| Life of Taiwan
For both the island’s indigenous people and for Han migrants arriving from the Chinese mainland, the narrow valleys east of Taipei were never especially attractive to settle. The rugged terrain and wet climate made agriculture difficult. And because the topography impeded movement and communication, this region had a serious bandit problem well into the 19th […]| Life of Taiwan
Now one of Taipei’s twelve districts, Beitou wasn’t even part of Taiwan’s capital city until 1968. Prior to that, it and much of what’s now Yangmingshan National Park were treated as a unique administrative area because the national leadership, including Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, had their official residences — and various secret bunkers — in the […]| Life of Taiwan
Despite being exceptionally mountainous, Taiwan has few true ‘mountain towns’. Two of the most captivating hillside communities are Jiufen and Jinguashi, side by side and overlooking the ocean about 30 km (19 miles) northeast of central Taipei. In terms of history, the two have a great deal in common; both are former mining towns that […]| Life of Taiwan
Welcome to Taiwan, a destination that offers a delightful blend of natural beauty, vibrant culture, fabulous food, and unmatched hospitality. In this article, we’ll take you on a journey through the top-notch hotels and resorts that cater to discerning travellers who seek a luxurious escape in Taiwan. On a Life of Taiwan private tour of […]| Life of Taiwan
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, […]| Life of Taiwan
On bilingual road signs around Taiwan, almost every place name is spelled according to its pronunciation in Mandarin. Tamsui is one of the few exceptions, because it’s been the location of key interactions with the outside world. Sometimes written Danshui (which reflects the pronunciation used by most 21st-century Taiwanese people when referring to this charming […]| Life of Taiwan
Enjoy a private Tea Tour in Taiwan to learn the traditions, tastes, and cultivation techniques of Taiwanese tea. Immerse yourself in beautiful tea plantations, tasting top-quality oolong tea and Oriental Beauty tea. Experience the elegant processes of growing, gathering, drying and brewing your own tea.| Life of Taiwan
Learn about the island, people, and culture of Taiwan. A semi-tropical island in East Asia, Taiwan is one of the world’s most exciting and rapidly changing regions. Check out our comprehensive guide to learn about Taiwan and the beautiful features of this island.| Life of Taiwan
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 […]| Life of Taiwan