Travelling around Taiwan isn’t too popular with backpackers yet but it should be, because its great fun and less expensive than you might think! If you’re doing a circuit around the island then I really recommend Taipei, Kaohsiung and the…
11 wonderful things to see in Taipei on a backpacker budget
Taipei is an underrated East Asian capital in my opinion, and I loved the time that I spent here as its a relaxed capital but there’s still plenty of history, culture and things going on. Taiwan isn’t that popular with…
9 ways to have a wonderful time in Kaohsiung in Taiwan on a budget
Kaohsiung is a really underrated city and there is loads to do here, so I’m glad that I included it in my Taiwan itinerary. Taiwan isn’t that popular with backpackers yet but it should be, because its great fun and…
11 vegetarian foods to buy from supermarkets like 7-Eleven in Taiwan
I had some of the best vegetarian meals and snacks from supermarkets like 7-Eleven and FamilyMart when I was travelling around Taiwan, so I wanted to share them with you. As Taiwan is one of the more expensive Asian nations,…
15 delicious and cheap desserts to eat in Taiwan
Taiwan has the most delicious and cheap desserts at its supermarkets, bakeries and night markets that are so much fun to try! Many desserts are vegetarian and vegan as well as being kind to your budget so there is even…
9 tips to make your backpacker budget go further in Taiwan
Taiwan is a massively underrated destination for backpackers and if you follow my 9 tips to make your budget go further, then it is actually very affordable! It has the wonderful cities of Taipei and Kaohsiung, natural beauty like Taroko…
Ethical Travel: Why you shouldn’t let sky lanterns go in Pingxi, Taiwan (or anywhere)
Taipei is one of East Asia’s most lovely cities, and many tourists make a day trip to Pingxi to release sky lanterns near the train station. Pingxi is also the location of a massive lantern release to celebrate the Pingxi…