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What to do in Kenting Welcome to the most southerly point on the island of Taiwan. Stunning scenery, gorgeous beaches and beautiful sunsets are the order of the day. There is more than enough to see and do to keep you busy for 3 or more days. Half of the pleasure comes from exploring the winding coastal roads. Use our guide to help you plan what to do in Kenting. Getting there and away Located at the very southern tip of the island, the town of Kenting itself is tiny, with a decent smattering of guesthouses and restaurants. Its close proximity to the beaches, hiking trails and scenic spots that make up the stunning Kenting National Park means that this is where most travellers head to, us included. The only way the get to Kenting is from Kaoshuing (高雄), Taiwans second city. There are direct buses from bus stations outside…

What to do in Taipei Welcome to one of Asia’s most dynamic and diverse capital cities. For many this is their point of entry into Taiwan, and it is certainly a fantastic place to start. The city centre itself is chock full of temples, historical buildings, museums and delicious food. However just an hour or so on the MTR or bus can have out in the middle of mountains feeling like you’re a million miles away from the 2.7 million people that call Taipei home. This wonderful mixture of city and nature is just one of the things that makes Taipei such an intoxicating place to visit. Getting there and away Most flights will land at Taipei’s Taoyuan airport which is about an hour or so from the city centre so plan accordingly. Do be aware that immigration can be a long wait if there are a lot of flights…