Travel to Taiwan: feature image is of a religious shrine on a street corner.

Tales of Travel in Taiwan

It’s been 9 years since I first travelled to Taiwan; a trip which was made possible thanks to the study programme I was on in The Netherlands. Living in Taiwan for half a year gave me the opportunity to complete my Minor study abroad – a novelty that was not lost on me given that I already studying abroad for my Major! Heading to Taiwan meant it was also going to be the first time …

Blogging from the middle of the North Sea – DFDS Ferry to Amsterdam

When journeying into mainland Europe I often opt to take my car with me; mainly for the overall freedom it provides me whilst I’m over there – and so I tend to take the DFDS Ferry from Britain onto the contintent. Travelling with the car means I don’t have to figure out the logistics of getting from A to B – which may be part of the fun, but is certainly time consuming. Getting my …

Chasing Castles and Extreme Weather en route to Romania.

Have you ever been faced with a mammoth challenge, just as you’ve started to come down with a heavy cold? Well how about tackling a 1,700 mile (2,735 kilometre) drive from Newcastle upon Tyne in the UK to Cluj, Romania? This feat, is something which I’ve just pulled off – coughing and spluttering my way across eight different countries, ploughing through countless rolls of toilet roll (for blowing my nose, you dirty buggers!!) and all …

12 ways to tell you’ve arrived in Taiwan

After several months spent in Taiwan I thought I’d give a run down on twelve things to expect when you’re visiting or living in this sub-tropical paradise. Here are my eleven key points and ways to tell you’ve arrived in the Republic of China. 1) Any time is a good time for a nap Whether you’re in class, at the doctors, on the bus, in a library, visiting a museum, in 7/11, in the park, …