Even five-star resort hotels can be part of a fun island-hopping adventure. Formosa Fun Resorts offers 8 properties for a customizable island-wide trip.

▲ The Old Caoling Tunnel bicycle path boasts scenic views, making it perfect for a cycling trip.

Reported by Chen Ruizhong / Taipei

Many people who love island travel have heard of "island-hopping," which means traveling and moving between different islands each day to enjoy their unique features. A Taiwanese hotel chain has integrated its properties across northern, central, and southern Taiwan to launch a 3-night, 4-day accommodation package. Customers can freely mix and match their stays at different hotels, experiencing the surrounding attractions and cuisine at each location for a "hotel-hopping" tour around the entire country.

▲ The Tamsui branch of Formosa Fun Resort features a distinctive design and a "Lover’s Tower" offering panoramic views.

This "Heartfelt Island Experience" package by Formosa Fun Resorts includes 8 properties: Tamsui Love Boat Cruise Hotel, Taichung Lihpao Formosa Fun Theme Park Hotel, Fulong Branch, Shenkeng Branch, Hualien Branch, Kaohsiung Branch, Kenting Branch, and Meizhan Street Hotel. It offers two 3-night, 4-day combo options.

▲ A real-life view of the Lover’s Tower at Formosa Fun Resort Tamsui.

Among these 8 hotels, customers can freely design their own combinations. For example, those in northern Taiwan who want to experience the warm hospitality and sandy beaches of Kenting in southern Taiwan can opt for a stay in Taichung, Kaohsiung, and Kenting. Meanwhile, those in central or southern Taiwan wanting to enjoy the vast scenery of the Northeast Coast and Hualien can choose a route through Tamsui, Fulong, and Hualien. They can plan their own customized island-wide trip based on personal preferences.

▲ The newly opened Cloud Gate Theater is a rising tourist attraction in Tamsui.

Since the 8 hotels in this package are located in areas with distinct characteristics, besides using the hotel facilities, it’s also ideal to explore nearby attractions during the 3-night, 4-day journey for a mini day trip. Take the Love Boat Cruise Hotel in Tamsui, for instance—it not only has the Lover’s Tower offering a 360-degree view of Tamsui but is also close to attractions like the Lover’s Bridge and Fisherman’s Wharf, perfect for enjoying the local romantic atmosphere. Guests can also use the hotel shuttle service to visit the newly opened Cloud Door Theater or stroll through Tamsui Old Street to explore historic sites like Fort San Domingo.

▲ Along the way of "hotel-hopping," you can also sample local snacks.

Under the summer sun, the Fulong Branch not only has a cozy wooden cabin resort vibe but also boasts the nearby Fulong Beach, a great spot to cool off and enjoy the water. During the International Sand Sculpture Art Festival, visitors can admire exquisite sand sculptures crafted by artists from around the world on the beach. Nature lovers can also hop on a bike and ride along the bicycle path to the Old Caoling Tunnel, enjoying the thrill of pedaling through the tunnel and shaded woods. At night, when the crowds have dispersed, you can take a stroll on the beach, unwind, and soak in the starry sky, sea breeze, and the sound of waves—a sense of freedom and relaxation you can’t experience during the day.

▲ Fulong Beach has fine sand and is a popular spot for summer water activities.

Additionally, the Hualien Branch, where you can go whale and dolphin watching, the Kaohsiung Branch, where you can stroll along West District Beach, as well as the Kenting, Taichung, and Shenkeng branches all offer their own unique attractions. By taking advantage of the distinct features of each hotel, you can embark on a culinary island-hopping tour—eating Tamsui’s A-gei for lunch and Hualien’s stuffed buns for dinner—fulfilling your dream of tasting delicacies from all over Taiwan in one trip.

▲ The Formosa Fun Resort Fulong Branch, located near the beach, has a strong resort atmosphere.

According to Formosa Fun Resorts, this package offers a new travel model where customers "choose the hotel first, then plan the itinerary." With standardized management and services, guests can enjoy consistent service quality when switching between different hotels. In addition to discounted accommodation rates, Formosa Fun also provides deals on car rentals, extended stays, dining, and shuttles, making it easier for travelers to enjoy hotel facilities and move between properties.

▲ During your stay at the Hualien Branch, you can also enjoy a late-night cup of Hualien Temple Street black tea.

Compared to fixed-location travel, switching cities daily adds variety and allows you to experience the diverse cultures and rich, delicious local cuisines across Taiwan. Although it means packing up every day, it also brings an extra element of adventure to your trip.