Iron Bikes × Surfing × Paragliding: Three New Ways to Enjoy Taitung in Midsummer

By MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network, Reported by Chen Guanxin

 

As the heatwave hits, you may want to escape to the deep forests, avoid the scorching summer heat, and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of butterflies and cicadas. But you also miss the azure hues of the east coast, longing to dive into the embrace of the blue sea and sky, enjoying the refreshing bliss. Then come escape the city and head to the charming Taitung together!

This summer, HowBen Royal invites you to explore mountains and seas, pioneering an alternative land-sea-air experience in Taitung. After challenging your limits, feast your eyes on breathtakingly beautiful scenery. The “Extreme HowBen × Fun Summer Tour” package is available from now until August 24, starting at NT$7,100 + 10% per night. Participants in the two-day-one-night Extreme HowBen package will receive a complimentary “Hot Air Balloon Tour,” taking you to the 2013 Taiwan International Hot Air Balloon Festival venue to fully enjoy the lively and joyful atmosphere. When the hot air balloons line up in formation, the view is truly awe-inspiring. There will also be various uniquely shaped balloons invited from around the world, such as Angry Birds and Darth Vader from Star Wars, adding even more excitement. HowBen Royal also gives away a free hot air balloon keychain and a DIY hot air balloon wind chime crafting experience, so you can always remember this wonderful hot air balloon journey.

The three-day-two-night package features a specially arranged “Luye Longtian Green Tunnel Bike Ride.” In the beautiful Longtian Village, the small-leaved fig trees along the pineapple fields form a shaded green tunnel. This lush green scene has become a classic biking route. Weave through the interlacing rural paths, enjoy the cool summer breeze, and savor a leisurely feast of nature’s fragrance. After the ride, head to the Inn SPA on the second floor of HowBen Royal to choose from a variety of discounted wellness and aromatherapy treatments, allowing your body and mind to fully relax. The four-day-three-night package also includes an additional NT$1,000 cash voucher for sea-land luxury experiences, which can be used to upgrade to a surf lesson at Dulan Bay or take on the 918-meter paragliding challenge at Tai Ping Mountain!

 

The Duli sandy shore bay, located along Provincial Highway 11, offers excellent wave conditions for surfing and abundant marine resources, making it a surfing hotspot praised by both domestic and international surfers. Whether you're a beginner or a seasoned surfer, you can enjoy the thrill of riding the waves. The paragliding experience takes you to Luye Tai Ping Mountain, where you’ll take off from a platform at 918 meters above sea level, offering a panoramic view of all of Taitung—a thrilling challenge of flying against the wind at new heights!

The Naruwan Buffet is featuring a selection of Taitung’s delicious street snacks this summer: gathering popular local eats from Provincial Highway 11 (coastal route) and Provincial Highway 9 (mountain route), reimagined by chefs into exquisite dishes served in the Central Island area, allowing you to easily enjoy Taitung’s hottest dishes. On-site, you can pay an extra NT$49 per person for unlimited beer, cooling off your fun summer vacation. Guests staying for a four-day-three-night package will have their dinner upgraded to a luxurious sea-land set menu specially prepared by the Chief Chef of the Chief Iron Plate Restaurant, giving you the most abundant extreme holiday and VIP treatment. Book before July 25 and receive a complimentary casual lunch at Naruwan Restaurant per person. Check in on a Saturday, and your dinner will be upgraded to a chef-special set menu at the Chief Iron Plate Restaurant. Visit the official website of HowBen Royal Hotel: www.hotel-royal-chihpen.com.tw.