Emirates is now the first and only airline that operates an A380 into Taipei and Prague. The expansion of the network of destinations by Emirates will connect Eastern and Western destinations with the signature Emirates A380 experience.
Read MoreDuring my last trip to Taipei, I stayed at the beautiful Grand Hyatt Taipei (which is rumoured to be Taipei's most haunted hotel) and the amazingly opulent Mandarin Oriental, Taipei. On my way back to Singapore, I checked out the China Airlines Dynasty Business Class Lounge Taipei and was immediately blown away by how beautiful it is. As part of the benefits for holding an ANZ Travel Visa Signature Card, I have unlimited access to Veloce Lounges around the world and this lounge used to be part of that list - it is sadly now being removed.
Read MoreDuring my last trip to Taipei, I stayed at the allegedly haunted Grand Hyatt Taipei and the ultra-luxurious Mandarin Oriental, Taipei. Travellers who have been to Taipei will know that the city only has a handful of international luxury hotel brands and as a result of that, the prices are often very high (the average rate is approximately twice of what you will expect to pay in Singapore at a similar property). Between my two luxurious accommodations, I stayed in a budget friendly boutique hotel that is expanding all over Taiwan (even outside of Taipei!) - Just Sleep Linsen.
Read MoreTaipei is one of my favourite cities in the world and during my last visit, I stayed at the luxurious Grand Hyatt Taipei and the opulent Mandarin Oriental, Taipei. If you have plans to visit Taipei, it may be a good idea to check out the Shangri-La's Far Eastern Plaza Hotel and her newly refurbished rooms.
Read MoreWhile there are over a handful of night markets that one can check out in Taipei, the Rao He Night Market (饶河夜市) is home to some of the best tasting street food one can find in the city of Taipei. If you have not seen my previous article on Tong Hua Night Market (通化夜市), you should definitely consider checking out the place as well!
Read MoreThe Mandarin Oriental, Taipei is the most luxurious hotel in Taipei. After having stayed at the Mandarin Oriental, Singapore multiple times, I have fallen in love with the brand that epitomises the legendary service that is well-known for. The Mandarin Oriental, Taipei is located within Taipei's most established business district (Dunhua North Road) and it is famous for the lush canopy of trees in the vicinity. Check out my stay in the Club Deluxe Room at this opulent property.
Read MoreThe Shutterwhale reveals how to get to the Grand Hyatt Taipei from airport, what to eat around the Grand Hyatt Taipei and which is the closest night market!
Read MoreI have been to Taipei many times (even before I started writing) and I love the city for the delicious street food, orderliness and friendly people. In fact, I am writing a whole series of food articles around Taipei that you should definitely check out! There is no lack of boutique and affordable hotels around Taipei but if you are looking for an international brand, I may very well have stumbled upon the best one in this beautiful city - the Grand Hyatt Taipei.
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