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72 Hours in Taichung, Part 1 (Why?)

By: Taiwan Scene 2019-03-062019-05-24

Central Taiwan, PlacesAttractions, May, Restaurant, Taichung1 Comment

Taichung is an amazing place for the casual traveler looking to delve deeply, and for more than a few reasons. Taiwan Scene would like to share some tips on stuff to do in Taichung.

Taiwan votes against LGBT equality, but all is not lost

By: Taiwan Scene 2018-11-262019-05-02

Activities, Festivals, History & Culture, Voices From TaiwanCulture, LGBTQ, May, Taiwan1 Comment

This weekend saw Taiwanese citizens go to the polls to vote on five referendums of great historical significance to the global fight for LGBT equality.Three of these referendums were worded in opposition to LGBT equality, while two were worded in support.

Lord of Formosa: A Traveler’s Review

By: Joshua Samuel Brown 2018-05-312019-03-21

From the Editor, Voices From TaiwanCulture, History, May, TainanLeave a Comment

Taiwan Scene reviews Joyce Bergvelt’s Lord of Formosa, a sweeping historical novel about Taiwan’s Dutch colonial period and the life of Admiral Koxinga.

Exploring Tainan’s natural side and a brief trip to Hell

By: Taiwan Scene 2018-05-282019-03-21

Places, Southern TaiwanAttractions, May, Nature, Tainan1 Comment

“This area is famous for its fireflies,” Chen-hui said, “but of course, they come out closer to dark.” Though we saw no fireflies as we hiked, we could hear the melodic chirping of cicadas. And as we climbed higher, the views became more impressive.

From Hip Hop Icon to Tech Entrepreneur

By: CommonWealth 2018-05-192019-03-21

Voice of influencers, Voices From TaiwanMay, StoriesLeave a Comment

At the age of 20, Jeffrey Huang was the oldest member of L.A. Boyz, a hugely popular trio that took Taiwan by storm with their American-style hip hop, rap, and dancing. Now in his mid-40s, Huang has become a serial crossover business entrepreneur. From performing on stage to founding businesses behind the scenes, how has Huang adjusted?

Exploring the History, Handicrafts and Culture of Tainan City

By: Taiwan Scene 2018-05-162019-03-21

Places, Southern TaiwanCulture, May, Tainan1 Comment

Not long ago my partner Stephanie and I were invited to take part in a two day tour of Tainan by the Tainan City Tourism Bureau. They offered us a few suggestions for places to check out, but were also genuinely interested in customizing the tour to fit our desires.

Health is the Greatest Wealth: A Conversation with Peter Kurz

By: Joshua Samuel Brown 2018-05-142019-03-21

Living in Taiwan, Voice of influencers, Voices From TaiwanMay, StoriesLeave a Comment

If the name Peter Kurz doesn’t ring any bells, chances are you’re not deeply invested in Taiwan’s financial sector, the world in which Kurz has made a name for himself over the past three decades as an investment guru, earning the nickname “Mister Taiwan” in the process.

10 Ways to Evade and Escape Taiwan’s Summer Heat

By: Taiwan Scene 2018-05-082019-03-21

Activities, Travel tips, Urban Exploration & ExhibitionsMay, Taiwan, Tourism, Travel tips3 Comments

For some people, embracing the heat isn’t always the best option. For these readers, we’d like to offer a few suggestions to help them escape Taiwan’s summer heat entirely.

Circle Taiwan With a Bike – A New Trend for Japanese

By: CommonWealth 2018-05-042019-03-21

Action, Sports & Adventure, ActivitiesCycling, Hualien, May, TaitungLeave a Comment

Among the 60 % of foreigners who participated in this round-island cycling event, a Japanese journalist talks about him getting deeply moved by the beauty of the east coast, the cheers of the passer-bys, and the potential he sees in Taiwan tourism.

Dressing for the weather in Taiwan

By: Taiwan Scene 2017-07-252019-05-20

Travel tipsApril, May, Taiwan, Travel tipsLeave a Comment

It’s been said that Taiwan has two seasons: Wet, hot summers and cool, damp winters. Let’s keep it simple, starting with a few basic and usually reliable generalities about Taiwan’s climate.