Lonely Planet Recommends the World’s Top 10 Best Value Travel Destinations – Taiwan Ranks 8th

▲ Alishan Forest Railway. (Photo / From the Alishan New Impression Facebook page)

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With just two months left in 2014 and the new year fast approaching, have you started planning your next trip? The global backpacker’s bible, Lonely Planet, has recently selected“The Top 10 Best Value Travel Destinations in the World for 2015”, with Taiwan ranking 8th in the world.

If you want to travel abroad without breaking the bank, where can you find great value? Tunisia, the filming location of Star Wars, South Africa with its pleasant weather, and ever-evolving Shanghai take the top three spots, while Taiwan ranks 8th.

Lonely Planet points out that Taiwan offers great value for travelers not only because Taipei is more affordable than Hong Kong, Seoul, and Tokyo, but also due to its abundance of budget hotels, youth hostels, and national parks that allow deep exploration into the mysteries of its mountainous landscapes.

And if that’s not enough to convince you to visit Taiwan, Lonely Planet also recommends taking a railway journey, visiting captivating temples, or exploring affordable museums. Of course, the most irresistible attraction is Taiwanese cuisine—especially xiaolongbao (soup dumplings), which you can enjoy at both street stalls and high-end restaurants, making it a must-try when traveling in Taiwan.

“The Top 10 Best Value Travel Destinations in the World for 2015”

1. Tunisia
2. South Africa
3. Shanghai
4. Samoa
5. Indonesia 6. Uruguay
7. Portugal
8. Taiwan
9. Romania
10. Burkina Faso