How is Life After Typhoon Gaemi in Taiwan?

July 24th was supposed to be the last day of our son's kindergarten, but due to Typhoon Gaemi, everything was shut down. We will have to go back another time to collect his things. Fortunately, the typhoon wasn't very strong in Miaoli, even though its path was just a few kilometers north of where...

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Miaoli Travel: Tongxiao Qiumao Garden and Salt Museum

Travel Date: 2024/07/13 Once again, we found ourselves in Tongxiao, ready to explore a few notable spots along the way, including Tongxiao Beach, Qiumao Garden, and the Salt Museum, as well as some delectable local food in town.Check out first part of this post - 2024 Tongxiao Sand Sculptures Art...

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Miaoli Travel: 2024 Tongxiao Sand Sculptures Art Festival

Travel Date: 2024/07/13Once again, we found ourselves in Tongxiao, ready to explore a few notable spots along the way, including Tongxiao Beach, Qiumao Garden, and the Salt Museum, as well as some delectable local food in town. Check out second part of the post - Qiumao Garden & Salt Museum...

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Tainan Travel: Houbi's Japanese Heritage

Travel date: 2024/06/08This trip south was filled with the charm of Japanese-era buildings. I tried to find places to see on the Chiayi-Tainan border and stumbled upon Puzi Town. Having lived in Tainan for three years, I had no idea there was such a large area of Japanese buildings nearby. Maybe it...

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