AMWF couple: After one year together

It has been over a year since I arrived in Taiwan, and a little over a year since we met. My life has changed a lot: moving to Taiwan, getting married, living with my parents-in-law, and now pregnancy. It has been overwhelming, especially since most of these things were unplanned.Not long after I came...

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Taipei Travel: Exploring the Hydrangea Farm of Yang Ming Shan

Driving through Taipei... I don't like the crowd everywhere. In the end, the road took nearly an hour longer than it should have.We came to Yang Ming Shan to see the beautiful hydrangea blossoms. We stopped at a farm near Zhuzhihu. The area was really crowded, and our parking space didn't seem very...

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Blossoms of Beauty: Hydrangeas in Bloom at Lavender Cottage, Miaoli

It's currently hydrangea season, and although I initially wanted to go to Yang Ming Shan, my husband thought it would be too crowded. So instead, we visited a farm in Miaoli. This particular farm used to be dedicated to lavender but is not as famous as the Lavender Cottage in Taichung. Unfortunately,...

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Where to enjoy nature in Hsinchu?

If you're seeking a place to escape the busy city life, there's a restaurant located in the mountains of Hsinchu called Xin Xian Forest, which offers a truly beautiful view.Although there is an entrance fee, it's definitely worth a visit. You can enjoy a leisurely walk amidst the stunning natural surroundings,...

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Where to enjoy nature in Hsinchu? - 17 km Coastline Scenic Area

In Nanliao Harbour, you can rent a bike to explore the 17 km scenic coastline area. The old harbor features a park, a beach, and a variety of street food.As you travel along this 17 km bikeway, you will encounter beaches, a vast wetland, parks, several bridges, and abundant natural scenery. This scenic...

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