Category: Travel: Taiwan
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Beigan: Cats, Deer, and Cold War Relics
Hello everyone! I apologize for missing last week, but I was affected by a cold for the first time since arriving in Taiwan. Now I can proudly say that catching a cold is just as bad in Taiwan as in the United States. I want to share with you about Nangan’s northern neighbor Beigan this…
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Nangan: Where the Past Casts a Long Shadow on the Present
The Matsu Islands, a group of 36 islands and islets, are perched in the East China Sea, just a stone’s throw from mainland China. These islands have seen a lot of action over the centuries – fishermen, pirates, and soldiers have all called Matsu home at some point. Today I want to talk about my…
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Taiwan Travel: Overnight Ferry to the Matsu Islands (Full Guide!)
Forget airplanes – I found a more adventurous (and cheaper!) way to reach the Matsu Islands: a 10-hour overnight ferry! From quirky encounters with fellow passengers to stunning nighttime views of the coast, this journey was full of surprises. In this post, I’ll take you along for the ride on the New Taima from Keelung…
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Mystery Destination Revealed: The Matsu Islands
Welcome to this week’s ‘post’, I’m very excited to finally share with you about my mystery vacation. For at least the next three weeks I will be covering my trip to the beautiful Matsu Islands! These islands are absolutely stunning and located less than 10 miles from Mainland China (you can even catch a glimpse…
