by Mark Butland | 15/10/2025 | Taiwan
We sought the misty serenity of Sun Moon Lake, embarking on a 30-kilometre cycling circuit to fully immerse ourselves in the landscape. Pedalling clockwise past the Ci’en Pagoda and Wenwu Temple, we shared the path with wild monkeys and marvelled at the glassy,...
by Mark Butland | 13/10/2025 | Taiwan
Tainan, the island’s oldest city, greeted us with its historic Chihkan Tower and a tapestry of intricate temples. The highlight was the ethereal Anping Tree House, where nature has reclaimed an old warehouse in a stunning display of banyan roots. Every street in...
by Mark Butland | 11/10/2025 | Taiwan
We travelled south to the sun-drenched shores of Kenting, where we settled into the unique, Moroccan-inspired architecture of the Amanda Hotel. Our days were spent between the soft sands of the national park and the vibrant, rhythmic energy of the Kenting Night...
by Mark Butland | 09/10/2025 | Taiwan
Returning to the mainland after a restorative morning, we settled into the Formosan Naruwan Hotel in Taitung. We spent the afternoon exploring the local area on foot, eventually discovering a wonderful local restaurant where the authentic Taiwanese flavours provided a...
by Mark Butland | 08/10/2025 | Taiwan
A ferry from Fugang Harbour carried us to the emerald shores of Green Island. This volcanic paradise offered a moment of profound tranquillity as we checked into the quirky Tube 18 Resort. The peaceful atmosphere provided the perfect start to our island adventure,...
by Mark Butland | 07/10/2025 | Taiwan
Arriving in Hualien via the fast Puyuma Express, we embraced a slower pace. While the elements kept us from the gorge, we found sanctuary at the cycle-themed Kadda Hotel. The evening was spent at the Dongdamen Night Market, where we savoured an array of local snacks...
