The slow-paced lifestyle captivates the world! Top 10 Travel Cities of 2018: Taitung Makes the List

▲ Sanciandao in Chenggong Township, Taitung County (Photo / Authorized by Chen Yanyu, no unauthorized reproduction allowed)

Travel Center / Comprehensive Report

As the year comes to an end, many people have already started planning their 2018 trips. Have you decided where to go yet? Booking.com recently released its “Top 10 Emerging Travel Cities of 2018,” and Taitung was featured among them for its slow-paced lifestyle, natural mountain landscapes, hot springs, and diverse marine activities. It is one of only two Asian cities on the list.

▲ Taitung’s Brown Highway (Photo / Reporter Huang Kexiang)

Booking.com noted that Taitung is a city that embodies a slow-paced lifestyle, and its charm and diverse culture are deeply captivating. In addition to its unspoiled natural mountain forests, it also offers hot springs, temples, and a variety of marine activities that have drawn attention from travelers around the globe to this incredibly vibrant city.

For those looking to enjoy marine activities, Green Island is a great destination for diving, snorkeling, or beach walks. To sample the freshest local seafood, head to Fugang Fishing Port. Of course, relaxing your body and mind at the famous Zhiben Hot Springs or visiting Taitung Night Market to try local delicacies are also excellent ways to enjoy a holiday in Taitung.

Top 10 Emerging Travel Cities of 2018

1. Sapporo, Japan
2. Nashville, USA
3. Bucharest, Romania
4. Zakopane, Poland
5. Taitung, Taiwan
6. Brisbane, Australia
7. Bogotá, Colombia
8. Portland, USA
9. Lima, Peru
10. Hanover, Germany