The Taipei Guide Blog

This blog records both the posts as they happen, the pictures and updates that I post, and tidbits of information on events or news for visitors to Taipei or Taiwan, as well as 'foreign' locals...

Jan 14, 2012

Tamsui River: From Tansui to Bali and back!

The Tamsui River provides the most wonderful opportunities to explore a wonderful area that encompasses dramatic mountains, an estuary, a bustling town, and a thriving waterfront.

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Jan 14, 2012

Taiwan Tea: From Green to Black

Green tea lovers are going to love Taiwan tea, as are those who like black teas. There are so many varieties of tea available including the famous bubble teas... So have a cuppa today!

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Jan 14, 2012

Taiwan Scooters: Scooters are EVERYWHERE!

The taiwan scooters are the primary mode of transport for getting around here. Tourists, foreigners and other visitors to the island are often horrified by these. So why do the locals use them?...

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Jan 14, 2012

Taiwan Property: Overvalued or undervalued?

Taiwan property just came through a long period of the doldrums. But are things looking up for Taiwan real estate? Or is it just Taipei real estate that benefits?

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Jan 14, 2012

Taiwan North Coast: Day Trips from Taiwan

The Taiwan North Coast provides some scenic and fun places for you to escape from Taipei City.

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Jan 14, 2012

Taiwan News: Headlines, stories and more

This page links to my resource for Taiwan News that I created courtesy of Google. It updates automatically the days headlines, business news, and much more in English

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Jan 14, 2012

Taiwan Markets: Looking for something to eat?

If you ever look for good food Taiwan has plenty to offer, especially in the Taiwan markets.

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Jan 14, 2012

Taiwan High Speed Rail

The taiwan high speed rail is one the pride and joys of the island! It's amazingly fast, affordable and comfortable as it whisks you from the North to the South of the island in less than 2 hours!

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Jan 14, 2012

Taiwan Food: Unique, Flavorful and Varied

Taiwan Food: You simply have to try some of their snacks

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Jan 14, 2012

Taiwan Flowers: A Sunday Trip to the Flower Market

You can really see some great Taiwan flowers if you visit the local flower markets in Taipei City, they are located in several places, and are an easy way to see some of fantastic flora and fauna here

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Jan 14, 2012

Taiwan Elections: Results in Asia's Most Dynamic Democracy

The taiwan elections are always hotly contested, very colorful, and present an interesting and uncomfortable contrast to politics across the straits!

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Jan 14, 2012

Taiwan Coffee: A unique experience

Taiwan isn't famous for its coffee culture yet, but with the recent innovations taking place, I think there is a lot of hope for Taiwan Coffee in the future. We take a look at a great coffee shop here

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Jan 14, 2012

Taiwan Blog & Website List

Looking for a site or taiwan blog? Taiwanese Secrets is a fantastic introduction to Taiwan's culture and food.

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Jan 14, 2012

Taipei City Walks

This is one of the taipei city walks that we took one Sunday! Though it includes the current Taipei City and Taipei County

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Jan 14, 2012

Splendor Hotel Taiwan

Ever stayed in the Splendor Hotel Taiwan? There are two: one in Kaohsiung and one in Taichung.

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