Travel: Taiwan - Taipei

[ammonite]

Ah misty villa! I heard about it! Thanks so much for the reply!

[mckenzy]

its either Misty Villa or Starry Minsu… both are usually compared in forums… Misty i believe is nearer amenities, Starry is ulu…

[ammonite]

I hear starry’s drive up is quite scary. I am scared of heights…

[mckenzy]

haha... understand. there's a video that circulating around the internet. i saw that before i left for taiwan as well... it is a sharp incline for that last 50 meters. but that hasn't stopped anyone so far!


The view is fabulous and i believe, quite worth it; i'm sure you've seen many pictures taken from there.

http://blk30taiwan.wordpress.com/2012/12/24/day-3-cingjing/

[ammonite]

Simply beautiful!! Did you go to toucheng as well? Is it suitable for older folks?

[mckenzy]

Yes. Toucheng is agricultural, with the exception of the goats that you can feed with the branches of leaves set aside for that purpose.


You are correct to say that the grounds are nothing to shout about, looked pretty run-down to me. However it really depends on your expectations. The kids had lots of fun with the t-shirt painting, lantern designing (and subsequent letting go), fireworks after that, bbq dinner… etc.

i personally appreciated the candor of the local guide. A man in his 60s or 70s, who walked us through the farm, describing the local flora and fauna in that region of Taiwan. Plucking the oranges was my favourite part… mainly because it was my first time.

So, whether or not older folks will enjoy that kind of thing… depends on them right? The walk though nature i believe, is good for anyone.

[ammonite]

Thanks for the detailed feedback! I appreciate it!

[micollh]

anyone been to miaoli flying cow ranch farm stay ? from taipei airport… what’s the most convenient yet reasonably cost way to go there? taxi i check estimate 1100 TW, means 45 or above?

[yeng]

Hi mommies,


We will be bringing our 2 girls (6 & to Taiwan this jun. Taipei, Hualien, Flying Cow Ranch (Maoli).

(1) Where is a good place to shop for shoes (comfort shoes, sandals)?

(2) Is Taiwan a good place to shop for dresses (myself & the girls)? Not looking for anything high-end but of reasonable quality. Looking for a place which allows fitting. I understand that Wufenpu and the night markets don’t have fitting rooms.

(3) I am also keen on purchasing some organic food and eco-friendly products. Did anyone come across any organic shops in Taipei, Hualien and Maoli?

Thanks in advance for your advice!

[leo]

Hi,


am also thinking if I should go Taiwan in June, but my colleagues said it will be hot like Singapore. Is that true?

Am thinking of getting a driver to drive us around as I am unable to find a tour package that I like but no time to do planning if taking public transport. Planning to go with my mom and DD so its abit tricky.

Please advise.