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Travel to Taipei

Taipei offers a unique blend of tradition and progress that feels both familiar and inspiring to Filipino visitors. Once a quiet settlement, it has grown into a modern urban hub while holding on to its deep cultural roots. Sleek high-rises rise beside forested hills, and the city’s night markets—alive with the scent of street food and the glow of red lanterns—sit just around the corner from stylish shopping malls and efficient public transport. It’s a place where centuries-old temples stand beside buzzing tech offices, and quiet parks offer a break from the fast-paced rhythm of the city. For many Filipinos, Taipei is more than just a travel destination—it’s a glimpse of how a city can move forward without losing its soul.

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#Grand Hi Lai Hotel Taipei #Island Buffet Restaurant

After 2 months, I came back to enjoy 3H lunch❤️
After 10% discount on co-branded card, $1490/person

I have been to the island 6 times since its opening. I was not very satisfied the first time, but in the past six months I have only been dining there once every 2 months!

The price difference between lunch and dinner on weekdays is $300, and the meal time is only half an hour different. The difference in the dining table is not big, so lunch is more recommended.

The holiday dining table is not much different, lunch and afternoon tea are both 2.5 hours, dinner is 3.5 hours, but one more portion can be served with half a lobster, it depends on your preference☺️

Island Language is themed around eight islands, namely, refreshing, abundant, brilliant, delicious, fresh, roasted, stewed, and colorful. Its specialty is one island with one wine pairing, with over 200 dishes.

The Nangang store is designed with a long and narrow environment. This time I sat in Area C (the beverage area at the end), and I felt obviously at a disadvantage.

Only desserts and fruits are convenient. If you want to go to the door, the bartending, fresh food and fried grill areas are quite far away.

A raw seafood table with sake
This area is the biggest battleground after the crowd enters. The sashimi and sushi are of good quality, but there is a queue for an hour before.

Fresh, all kinds of fresh cold cuts, appetizers and salads with white wine. Today's red crabs are big and sweet.

Roasted with red wine
In addition to freshly fried scallops and prawns, there are also high-end steakhouses, grilled meats, freshly fried American steaks (the sign says fillet but the chef said it’s not 😅), rosemary lamb chops and tomahawk pork chops

Choose two from three frying pans, and if there's no queue after one o'clock, you can order more!

Meal, served with millet wine
Classic Chinese dishes include the Michelin Guide-recommended Taiwanese cuisine Dongpo pork from Fuyuan, Mingrenfang's abalone siu mai, roasted cherry duck with crispy skin, abalone, squid, snail meat, garlic, and Changchun rolls.
Fresh meat loves roast duck, and there are two notices on the table saying the duck is ready to be roasted 😂

Pots, various freshly cooked soups and pots
It's amazing that the XO sauce oyster pot in this area is not as delicious as Han Lai's

Qin, the beverage counter, includes Bar TCRC co-branded cocktails and Taihu Craft Beer, which have won the honor of being one of the top 50 bars in Asia. The cocktails and sparkling wine in this area are very good. My best friend recommends Jinxuan and Metropolitan Men and Women.

Shuo, with a refreshing fruit vinegar drink
The fried and grilled food station includes warm oysters, fried oysters, fried shrimp, fried abalone and other Japanese fried foods

Bin, Happy Dessert
This time I ordered more salted bean curd, it was pretty good
It's just too small a cup.
I love the strawberry cheese in the island language 💞

This meal didn’t taste as good as last time. The grilled oysters I was looking forward to were quite fishy! Plus, they called the day before to confirm that they might need to add extra chairs for a party of eight, which felt awkward, so I didn’t make reservations for next time!

Island Buffet Restaurant
2F, Jingmao 1st Road, Nangang District, Taipei City

Weekday lunch 11:30-14:30, $1490+10%
Holiday lunch 11:30-14:00, $1790+10%
Afternoon lunch 14:30-17:00, $1490+10%
Weekday dinner 17:30-21:00, $1790+10%
Holiday dinner 18:00-21:30, $2090+10%
Holiday dinner includes half a lobster per adult

Online reservations can be made within two months.
A deposit of 500 yuan per adult is required for reservation
Cancellation is possible 48 hours before the meal date

If you drive there, you can park at the parking lot attached to Grand Hi Lai Hotel
One hour discount for every 1,000 yuan spent, up to four hours per car (dinner). It is recommended to park in the nearest area of ​​Zone A.

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Step into the world of Squid Game!
📍 Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall, Taipei
Netflix brings Squid Game Season 3 to life with this immersive event right in the heart of Taipei! From the iconic Red Light, Green Light doll to themed activities, it’s a must-visit for fans. 🎮🎭
Perfect for photos, thrills, and getting a taste of the game (without the danger 😉).

🎟️ Free to enter | 📅 Limited-time event
📷 Don’t miss your shot with the famous guards and eerie doll!

#SquidGame3 #NetflixTaiwan #TaipeiEvents #CKSMemorialHall #TripMoments #TravelWithMe #AsiaPopCulture #trip.com
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#Register for June Hotel Test Sleeper 2025 #Taipei 

[Accommodation Recommendation] 👉🏻 #TaipeiWanderingHotel 

I have two main points for pop-up accommodation selection ✍🏻
1️⃣Convenience of location 2️⃣Hotel facilities
And for this weekend pop-up, I recommend "WanderingHotel" mainly because of 1️⃣!
✅Convenient access to various attractions
✅Many restaurants and convenience stores around the hotel
✅Affordable price
The next article will introduce the hotel layout in detail!
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🗓️【Itinerary】

Day 1 🔆
Take an early flight on Saturday and arrive at Ximending at noon
First, walk 10 minutes from the hotel
👉🏻"Mingming Noodle House"
Of course you have to eat beef noodles when you come to Taipei❤️
(The pickled cabbage here is very delicious and appetizing and is unlimited🤤)
👉🏻"Dezheng"
After a full stomach, you must have a glass of waste water😌
Must drink~~~~✨Cheese milk cap pecan oolong✨
(My taste is sweet, but this half-sugar is sweet enough
People who don't like sweet should pay attention to the sweetness)

After eating and drinking, I recommend everyone to go
🌟Chifeng Street🌟
This place is full of youthful atmosphere
There are markets and many check-in spots, which is very suitable for Citywalk
And there are many special restaurants hidden in the alleys
Go to the coffee shop in the afternoon Come to an izakaya at night🤟🏻
👉🏻 "Sprinkle. White. Sweet"
The internet celebrity shop in recent years is in this area
Its taste is different from traditional mochi, you might as well try it
And there are different flavors to choose from
I recommend the peanut flavor, which is more fragrant~
On the contrary, the black sesame flavor is slightly less fragrant

Day 2 🔆
If you love Taiwanese breakfast, I recommend
👉🏻"Rui Lin Mei Er Mei"
The hotel is a 5-minute walk away
✨Taiwanese egg pancake✨ Radish cake✨ Soy milk✨
Just thinking about it makes me drool😋Must try~
👉🏻"A Zong Noodles"
Old brand~People who love it will still eat it after many years🫢
👉🏻"Feng Da Coffee"
Coffee shop in Ximending After trying many restaurants, I still recommend "Feng Da"~ This restaurant is loved by locals and tourists ❤️ The strong and fragrant coffee☕️ After drinking a cup of Hui Shen Coffee, you can be full of energy to go shopping in Xinyi District😏😏 This time I also encountered the opening of the "KODAK" pop-up store If you like street style or text T-shirt style, you may want to go shopping in Taipei in the near future😏👍🏻👉🏻 Dadaocheng Braised Pork Rice (Taipei Station) On the weekend pop-up trip to Taipei, I will end with the most delicious braised pork rice I have ever eaten😌😋💓 Every dish in the picture is a must-recommendation for me! No one else😌
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A popular restaurant in the Ximen area! Introducing "Steamed Dumplings" where you can eat juicy and chewy boiled dumplings!

⭐️Review
A steamed dumpling restaurant that serves freshly steamed dumplings after ordering. There are two types of dumplings: regular dough and yellow dough with turmeric. It takes about 8 minutes for the dumplings to be steamed. There is a bench in front of the restaurant, so you can sit and wait.

I took the freshly steamed dumplings back to the hotel and ate them, and the meaty pork without any binders was elastic, juicy and very delicious! The dough is also chewy and satisfying. It will fill you up, but they also provide chopsticks and sauce, so it is also suitable for eating on the go👍

If you like boiled dumplings, please go and try them🫶

📍Address: No. 55, Sec. 2, Hankou Street, Wanhua District, Taipei City 108

#Absolutely Free Travel
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This is Longshan Temple, one of the oldest temples in Taipei, which is very beautiful and has great historical value. The architecture here is outstanding in terms of carvings. You can see carvings in every corner of the temple. This temple is very sacred. People who come here believe that this temple is famous for prosperity, love, and business, so many spiritual people come here to pray. There are also amulets for sale here. If you are a spiritual person, you must not miss this temple.

How to get there
Take the MRT Blue Line and get off at Longshan Temple Station, Exit 1. Then walk for about 200 meters to reach Longshan Temple.

#TravelTaiwan
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🧸✨ Pop Mart Ximending – A Hidden Treasure in Taipei! ✨

If you’re a fan of designer toys, collectibles, or just cute aesthetics, Pop Mart Ximending is a must see stop in Taipei. Here’s what made my visit so special:

📍 Story 1: A Toy Wonderland in the Heart of Ximending
Tucked inside the vibrant streets of Ximending, Pop Mart stands out with its sleek design and walls full of surprise boxes. From DIMOO to Molly, every shelf is a visual treat. I spent ages just browsing the tiny art toys that feel like they each have their own personality!

🎁 Story 2: Blind Box Thrill

📸 Story 3: The Perfect Souvenir – Retro TV Display Case
I couldn’t leave without this adorable retro TV-style display for my DIMOO set. It lights up and adds instant charm to my collection. A perfect memory of my Taipei trip that I’ll take home with me 💖

Whether you’re a collector or just want to explore a fun and trendy space, Pop Mart in Ximending is worth the stop!
#TripMoments #PopMart #Ximending #TaipeiTravel #ToyCollectors #PopMartTaiwan #DIMOO #TravelFinds #CuteCulture #TaiwanTrip #tripcom
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#5月好去处2025
Next to Jiangning Park
A nice little coffee shop called "Zou Ma Fei"
There are about 10 seats in the shop
You can enjoy the scenery of Jiangning Park directly in front of you
The staff is very friendly
There are many different flavors of beans to choose from in the shop
The Basque cake for dessert is very delicious
A cup of coffee with a dessert costs about NT$300-400
There is no work atmosphere in the coffee shop
Not suitable for bringing a laptop
It is more suitable for relaxing and reading novels
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Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall is located in Taipei, Taiwan. It is a significant tribute to Dr. Sun Yat-sen, the founder of the Republic of China. Completed in 1972, the hall is designed by architect Wang Da-hung and features a blend of traditional Chinese and modern architectural styles. Covering 29,464 square meters, it serves as a cultural and educational center, hosting various exhibitions and performances related to Dr.  Sun's contributions to Chinese democracy.  The memorial hall is surrounded by beautiful gardens, enhancing its serene atmosphere for visitors. #everyonefollowers #everyonehighlights #everyoneactivefollowers #everyoneシ゚ #everyone #everyoneactive  #trendingpost #trendingnow #viralpost2025 #viralpost2025シ #viralpost #EVERYBODY #follower #followersシ゚ #followme #followersreels #amazingposts #travel 
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🧳✨ Travel finds in Taipei! ✨🧸

Just picked up the cutest DIMOO World collection from Pop Mart in Ximending. A must visit spot for toy lovers and collectors! 💖

The store is full of surprises, and I couldn’t resist this adorable retro TV-style display case and mini figures.
If you’re in Taipei, don’t miss out on Pop Mart’s charm. It’s a perfect mix of art, fun, and kawaii vibes! 🎁
#TripMoments #PopMart #Ximending #TaipeiFinds #DimooWorld #ToyCollector #TaiwanTravel #TravelWithMe #tripcom
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These photos were taken at Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall in Taipei, Taiwan last October, 2024. The Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall is located in the Zhongzheng District of Taipei. It is an iconic symbol of Taiwan’s history and heritage. Completed in 1980, this striking monument serves as a tribute to Generalissimo Chiang Kai-shek, the controversial leader of the Republic of China from 1928 to 1975. The hall is architecturally significant, featuring a stunning white marble exterior and a large blue-tiled roof, embodying traditional Chinese design elements. The grand structure is surrounded by a beautifully landscaped park, highlighted by lush gardens and serene ponds.
One of the main draws for visitors is the impressive main hall, which houses a massive statue of Chiang Kai-shek, standing at 6 meters tall. Daily changing of the guard ceremonies adds a dynamic element to the experience, drawing crowds eager to witness this precision display. Additionally, the memorial complex includes the National Theater and Concert Hall, which host cultural performances and events throughout the year.
While the memorial honors Chiang's contributions to Taiwan, it also symbolizes the complexities of Taiwanese identity, given his divisive legacy. Visitors often find themselves reflecting on Taiwan’s historical context and the dichotomy of admiration and criticism surrounding its past leaders. #everyonefollowers #everyonehighlights #everyoneactivefollowers #everyoneシ゚ #everyone #everyoneactive #trendingpost #trendingnow #viralpost2025 #viralpost2025シ #viralpost #EVERYBODY #follower #followersシ゚ #followme #followersreels #amazingposts #viralpost2024シ #ALLNATIONALITIES #viralpost2025シ #viralpost2025 #amazingposts #chiangkaishek #chiangkaishekmemorialhall #taiwantravelers #taiwanexplorers  #taiwan #taipei #discovertaiwan #discovertaipei #discovertaipeicity #formosa #china  #chiangkaishektreasurefromchina #taiwan_tourism #taiwantour #explorersintaipei #republicofchina  #triptochiangkaishekmemorial #beautifulplaceintaiwan #taiwantouristspot #Zhongzhengdisctrict #zhongzhengtaipei #amazingplaceintaiwan
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#Ho-kangs

W Taipei - A more stylish Taipei stay

📍 Located in the heart of Taipei Xinyi District, right in front of MRT City Hall Station
🏨 Modern + luxury + stylish design hotel
🏊♀️ Enjoy the view of 101 Tower from the infinity pool
🍸 Popular rooftop bar WOOBAR & Cantonese restaurant YEN
🛌 Stylish city view from all rooms

📸 Stylish lobby, pool, and room shots are a must for Instagram!
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These photos were taken at Yangmingshan National Park in Taipei, Taiwan last March, 2024. Yangmingshan National Park is located just a short bus or taxi ride from downtown Taipei. It is a breathtaking natural escape renowned for its diverse landscapes and rich ecological systems. Covering approximately 113 square kilometers of the Datun Volcanic Range, the park boasts a variety of geological formations, including volcanic fumaroles and hot springs. The highest peak, Qixingshan, stands at 1,120 meters and offers stunning views that attract hikers and nature lovers alike.
One of the park's highlights is its iconic cherry blossoms, which bloom in early spring, drawing visitors from around the world. The vibrant pink flowers create a picturesque setting, particularly around the park's scenic trails. In addition to cherry blossoms, Yangmingshan’s rich flora includes lush forests, rolling hills, and unique geological features, making it a haven for photography enthusiasts and adventure seekers.
However, accessing the park can be challenging without personal transportation. While public transport options exist, such as bus #108,  they may not conveniently reach all attractions, which could limit exploration for some visitors. For a more rewarding experience, renting a car or hiring a driver can provide greater flexibility to explore the park’s various highlights.
Visitors often appreciate the tranquil atmosphere and the opportunity to engage in outdoor activities, such as hiking, picnicking, and soaking in the natural hot springs. The park's well-maintained trails cater to various fitness levels, offering both easy walks and more challenging hikes. #everyonefollowers #everyonehighlights #everyoneactivefollowers #everyoneシ゚ #everyone #everyoneactive #trendingpost #trendingnow #viralpost2025 #viralpost2025シ #viralpost #EVERYBODY #follower #followersシ゚ #followme #followersreels #amazingposts #viralpost2024シ #ALLNATIONALITIES #viralpost2025シ #viralpost2025 #amazingposts #yangmingshan #yangmingshannationalpark #yangmingshannationalparktaipei #taiwan #taipei  #taiwan_tourism #taiwantour #taiwanexplorers #discovertaipei #discovertaiwan #exploretaiwan #exploretaipei #taiwantouristspot #parkintaiwan #china #republicofchina #formosa #flowerclock #triptoyangmingshan

FAQs

  • Do people speak English in Taipei?

    English is common in tourist spots, hotels, and public transport signs. Outside tourist areas, younger people usually speak some English. It’s helpful to learn a few basic Mandarin phrases or use a translator app.
  • Is Wi‑Fi easy to find?

    Free Wi‑Fi is available at MRT stations, major tourist spots, cafes, and hotels. Consider getting a SIM or eSIM for data if you plan to use maps and apps on the go.
  • Do Filipinos need a visa to visit Taipei?

    No. Philippine passport holders can enter Taiwan visa-free for up to 14 days. Just make sure your passport is valid for at least 6 months.
  • Do I need an EasyCard?

    It’s highly recommended. The EasyCard works on Taipei’s MRT, buses, public bikes, and at many convenience stores. It’s a quick and easy way to pay and travel around.
  • Is there a direct flight from the Philippines to Taipei?

    Yes. There are regular direct flights to Taoyuan Airport (TPE) from Manila, Cebu, and Clark with airlines like Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, and EVA Air.
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