.🎊Remember to comment below 'Why You Want to Visit Hualien?' Best answer will win a specially curated goodie bag from me! Good luck! Contest ends 31 Aug 2024. I will reply to the winner’s comment on 1 Sep 😀 This video was filmed before the earthquake in April 2024. While Hualien City is mostly back to normal business, Taroko Gorge was severely damaged and is currently partially opened (as of Aug 2024).
When I first visited taiwan, taipei in 2020, before the lockdown happened, i fell in love with the place and till this day, I still regretted not being able to visit places like Hualien and the more chill areas instead I went to tourist attractions like Jiu-fen and Shi-Fen. Although an amazing experience, I almost got trapped in taiwan if I did not board my plane in time, because when I landed back in SG, the next day taiwan announced a lockdown, so wheeeee...
I really want to visit Hualien to experience somewhere so absolutely gorgeous and so different from where I live, Scotland. I’ll be turning 40 next year and I really do want to see more of the world, see different cultures and really immerse myself. I want to push my boundaries and try new foods. The foods you ate in Hualien looked incredible and so healthy however I have to draw a line at eating a Goose or any animals head! I’m amazed how clean and fresh everything and everywhere looked. It’s very inviting.
Just watching this makes me feel like I'm there with u guys even though I'm not there physically. And the lemon drink..I could almost taste it..such a beautiful scenic views what's not to love about Hualien?❤🥰😍💃🏻
My family is originally from Taiwan. While I’m Singaporean citizen. I love both Taiwan and Singapore. But I love Taiwan’ amazing nature, scenery, people and Food
For a moment I thought Taroko Gorge had been restored to its original state😅 but read further in your comment that this was filmed before the earthquake…….And so, here’s what went thru my mind initially that you were doing this video to promote Hualian and make this lovely destination worth visiting again. 😊. We all heard and experience Eva Air and Taiwan’s hospitality and it’s really so heartwarming for you to show how you experience it too. We will always love Taiwan as it’s like a 2nd home for our family and a place we chill catching up with their street foods, warmth friendship and all the amazing mother nature has to offer🥰 We love Taiwan❤
Taiwan is one of my favourite place to go and I have been to Hualien each time I went to Taiwan. Hualien is like a painting and I get reminded how beautiful nature is each time I visit Hualien's attractions! Not to mention the Taiwanese hospitality and they are so friendly!
I've seen so many videos about Taiwan but I like how you took us away from the usual places. We were able to see some beautiful hidden gems and I appreciate that . I have so many places on my list to see and Taiwan is definitely one of them . Huallen is now a must see I want to experience its beauty and not have to deal with the hustle and bustle of thousands of people. Just give me a great cultural experience fresh air and an amazing view and I'm in heaven 😊
Been thru Taroko Gorge while driving thru Taipei and pass Hualien, just realised that we had missed such a beautiful place. Really looks like heaven on earth! Can't wait to go back to Hualien again & really stay at least a week there! Thanks Ghib for showing us what a beautiful place Hualien is and remind us that we should always find time to realise our dream before te catches up.with us! ❤
Thank you, Ghib, for the fantastic introduction to Hualien. The delicious food at Dongdamen Night Market made my mouth water even after I had dinner. The breathtaking view at QiXingTan Lake was truly awe-inspiring. Lastly, the footage of Taroko Gorge was especially captivating. Keep up the excellent work! I eagerly anticipate your future videos from other countries. You and your wife truly deserve this trip.
My favourite part of Taiwan is how friendly the people are. Singaporeans are friendly sure but we are almost always in a hurry and don't have time to just... talk to each other. Would love to visit Hualien to soak in the local culture.
I'm a Singaporean and I agree with u that TW is a great place to visit. I have already been there 3 times. Still love it. The people there are very friendly and I have no issues with their food too. Enjoy your time there
Hua Lien allows me to enjoy life with great scenery view and time to sink my teeth into sumptuous food after watching your video. I was not there for 10 years. It brings me the unforgettable memories. In love with Hualien once again!
Hualien is such an incredible place, and having a piece of it through your goody bag would be amazing. I can't wait to see what treasures you’ve picked out and how they reflect the beauty and culture of Hualien. Thank you for this opportunity and for continuously sharing your adventures with us!
I went to Hualien last Nov, and I was blown away by the Taroka National Park, so beautiful, majestic, mesmerizing. I have a friend there, and it was also my first time driving his car, on the left side, nervous but fun!! Would love to go back again!!
Wah I went to Hualien and Taroko Gorge 10 years ago, in awe of how beautiful the place and people are. It's a nice place to live, enjoy Taiwan! Should explore as much as you can in your 20s and 30s.
Totally get what you mean. As a singaporean I do feel exhausted at times, the hustle culture just make one hard to catch and lack opportunities to slow down to appreciate the life. I wish I could be like you, leaving Singapore for awhile to recharged 😢
Agree with you. Singapore is becoming a place for only the very wealthy. Average folks can afford the basic needs but not much else. Even a small car costs close to SGD200k, and you can use it for only 10 years.
My family and I were in Hualien 1 week before the earthquake happened. It was sad to hear that because we had fond memories of the trip. I would love to go back there again!
Thanks Ghib for this great video! I went there around 8 years ago and totally loved it. Your video makes me want to visit again. you are right about the Singaporean culture of stress and work.I appreciate that even tho it was your holiday and recharge, you still made a video. i love your videos and look forward to watchin them. now maybe i should plan a trip there ha ha ,you already planned the trip for me :) cheers!
I want to visit Hualien after seeing what you have shown us - to experience the epic and vibrant atmosphere plus recharging energy. Thank you very much...
Omg tbh Ive never really explored Taiwan other than Taipei. Hualien area looks really beautiful especially the sea, thanks for the introduction. This is also a long video but worth my time watching. Thank you and gambatte!
Me and my wife went to Taiwan together about 12 years ago for our pre wedding photoshoot and absolutely loved it. Especially the 3 days we sent in a homestay in Hualien was unforgettable.. the slight smell of roses, we still remember till this day and looking out of our windows were some incredible mountain views (on a good day). Really enjoyed ourselves at Taroko gorge brought around by a local guide and it was just core memories made that will stay with us for life. Would love to visit Taiwan again sometime
Thank you, Ghib for another great episode. You ask why I would like to visit HuaLien? The sound of crashing waves, turquoise lake, cloud-lined mountains and misty weather simply refreshes the soul. Yes, we all need to be in the bosom of beautiful nature from time to time to ground us and remind us life is more than houses and cars. And what makes wonderful holiday even more memorable is the people you meet. I have fond memories of my last trip to Taiwan and the people left me a deep impression and I know I will return again someday.
I have never been to Taiwan before, if I want an excuse to go I believe it would be what you showed about hua lian. After an awful personal year I really want to heal. You made me want to go there.
When a happy person like Ghib feels the pase of Singapore and I can absolutely relate. I love Taiwan, always have and always will. I want to go to Hualien because Tarako is a place I want to visit, and was supposed to visit in April, but the earthquake happened and we ended up rerouting our trip to Yilan instead. Still beautiful, but Tarako is still has a place in my heart to visit one day. Hope you get your well-deserved break and we will always love you and your videos !
Hualien is a great place to visit, but Taiwan summer is no joke compare to Singapore. I only have a day trip , only cover major attraction , the tour guide always remind us Hualien is very prone to earthquake, just stay safe
I visited Hualien once, 12 years ago, during a 12-day trip. We spent 4 days in Hualien just chilling and relaxing. Taroko Gorge was so beautiful and it’s something we can’t see in Singapore. I'd love to go back and enjoy another nice break 😊
Taiwanese working in Singapore now. With that said, I have never been to Hualien! Need to visit next time when I am back with my family during Chinese New Year! I am so glad you love Taiwanese food too!
I would like to visit Hualien because I have never visited it before and the food there looks AMAZING, the dumplings, fried dough and shaved ice really caught my eye. It seems to have a lot of other unique dishes I have yet to try as well. AND THE NATURE IS BEAUTIFUL, LOVE HOW THE SHAVED ICE UNCLE WAS SO KIND ❤😊
Taiwan is such a wonderful country! Its definatly the most underrated out of all the Asian countries. The people are great, its quite a safe country and the culture is really good. Only thing however is that opportunities is a bit hard to find cause there was an unemployment crises
I loved the friendly people and the nature spots in Taiwan so much that I would like to visit hualien as part of my dream to tour the whole Taiwan! Hope to see more videos and recommendations about the other cities in Taiwan!
Take care and have fun! Taiwan is a great place. Taipei is awesome and I managed to visit HuaLien last year too. Unfortunately there was a typhoon the time I visited so I couldn't visit many places but it was so pretty even still at the rare instances when it stopped raining. Would love to go back again soon ❤❤
Ghib, Taiwan is an awesome place, you will enjoy your trip! I'm planning a trip there soon. I'm originally from the San Francisco bay area (13.5 hr flight), but now live in Okinawa Japan (1 Hour, 20 minute flight to Taiwan). I think we are about 350 miles away. While you are in the neighborhood, consider making a trip here!!
I love Taiwanese culture and I actually wanted to visit Hualien. My mother is on a wheelchair and she loves Taiwan. I would love to bring her there soon!
We were there in Dec 2023 and we enjoyed our stay there. The BnB we stayed in was very near to Dongdamen night market and we had delicious dinner at the night market for 2 nights! Our hosts were very friendly and hospitable! Friendly cab uncle offered me bing lang on our way to check out a Catholic church in Xincheng :-) We had a delightful day at Taroko Gorge with our guide, especially the aboriginal lunch. The nature there was gorgeous. Before we took the train to Taipei, we went to buy Tzen's mochi. We hope to go back again one day. Good memories 👍
A good holiday starts with a comfy flight. Glad to see that you enjoyed the service with EVA Air. My hubby and I visited Taipei once many years back when our no.1 was still a baby. I hope to be able to bring my duo, now teens to visit eastern coast of Taiwan especially Hualien to experience the tranquility and appreciate the city's scenery. I'll definitely save this to my YT playlist for reference. Thanks for the amazing video, Ghib!
I love Taiwan. I've been there 4 times and my last trip was in 2018 from Taipei and Taichung but I've never been to Hualien. It's been a little difficult to travel recently but as soon as I'm able to, I wanna head straight to Taiwan again! Hope you'll come back to Singapore soon and make more inspiring videos even for us locals!
Our family visited Taroko last November and just like you, we fell in love with the magnificent scenery. It’s such a pity that the earthquake destroyed part of Taroko but we are grateful that we got to catch part of its beauty. Taiwan has always been our family’s favourite holiday destination and we can’t never get enough of it. We would love to visit Hualien again to check out the many places and food that you shared in this video, since our last visit was only a short 2 days. And needless to say, we need a break from Singapore, just like you 😂
I freaking love Taiwan Ghib! Fresh out of university earlier in April this year, and I backpacked Taiwan's West Coast (ie Taipei to Kaohsiung) for 2 weeks as part of my first solo grad trip in May :) Truly love the food, and in love with the people like you said - can't explain the many times locals brought me around to proudly show their attractions and culture, and hospitality to make you feel like home. Why Hualien for me? My grad trip was originally planned to backpack across the whole of Taiwan, but the earthquake unfortunately derailed my plans for Hualien and Yilan. Taroko Gorge looks extremely majestic as a popular nature attraction, and its a place I unfortunately had to cancel my tour for...but really hope to go there to enjoy the peace of nature and people who probably have many lived experiences of the force of nature ❤
I have been to Hualien twice. Once when I was younger, less affluent and a solo traveller. My second time, me and my partner brought my elderly (still spritely) mom. Both experiences were vastly different. Sights and tastes when you are a young solo traveller morphs into a more sublime experience when you are travelling with your loved ones. Taiwan has that scalability which appeals to the young as well as the old. The warmth of the people, the easiness, the welcoming spirit makes it a really special country. As you have rightly pointed out, it is an excellent place to take respite, recharge, and soak in the awe of nature. Unplug from the matrix.
Never been to Hualien. Really want to explore more of Taiwan and enjoy their good food and sceneries. Your video is so amazing. Hualien is so serene and a good place to relax. I love Taiwan.
Hey Ghib! I've been following your amazing travel vlogs, and the Hualien giveaway sounds incredible! Winning a trip to Hualien would be a dream come true. Imagine exploring the breathtaking Taroko Gorge, filling up on mouthwatering Taiwanese cuisine, and soaking in the sun at picturesque Qixingtan Beach. Not to mention the vibrant night markets and friendly locals! Your vlogs have inspired me to explore new places, and Hualien seems like the perfect destination for a truly unforgettable adventure. I'd be thrilled to experience all that Hualien has to offer and share it with your viewers! Fingers crossed! 🤞🏖️🇹🇼
I've been to Taiwan 3 times but haven't been to Hualien. I've been following and enjoying your RUclips channel and now watching you enjoying your time in Hualien makes me now want to plan my next overseas holiday in Hualien. Ghib and Hualien, perfect combination :)
My girlfriend prayed to the 月老 (god of marriage) in Taiwan with very specific traits she wanted. And I appeared in her life via a dating app and I checked all the boxes she prayed for! *wink* So I really want to go Taiwan to bring her back to the temple and thank the god for "guiding" me her! Totally looking forward to that!
Happy to see your viewers is increasing and agree that s’pore is over populated in a small country and over stress with high cost of living,work etc. Is good to go different countries to try out different things and food and share with us!Keep up the good videos you have done and Jiayou👍🏼💪🏼💪🏼
Why I want to visit Hualien? I first visited there about 20 years ago. Now that I am married and also becoming a dad, it will be a great idea to visit Hualien again with my wife and son.
Been to Taiwan many times but never the East Coast. Your Hualien video inspires me to bring my elderly parents there, especially knowing that Taroko Gorge is walking friendly even for wheelchairs 😊 Great content!
Omg I watched this on my TV and I came on my phone to see if this was filmed before or after the earthquake. I am going to Taiwan in Sept and I want to visit Hualien because it looks SO BEAUTIFUL and scenic, especially Taroko Gorge! I was going to change my itinerary because of your video and plus I thought this is after the earthquake 🥲 I still would love to visit Hualien one day for its stunning scenery and amazing food ❤
Amazing tour to hualian! I’ll definitely gonna plan a trip there, i’ve alway love taiwan. And most of the time i stay in taipei, this makes me want to try exploring hualian even more. Guess i’ll make be able to make more trip to taiwan soon again~!
@@GhibOjisan i've been to kaohsiung i love it there too. i'll likely try out hualian next. Will use the info from your video as a start off to start my hualian trip!!
I am planning our year end trip and last year we went to Japan, this year we were planning to revisit UNTIL I saw this video and you might change my mind!! If i win, i will revisit all the places you intro and send you photos 😂😂😂
I've been a few times to taiwan a few times but never to hualien. Your video has made me want to visit Hualien now. I would want to visit Hualien, Taiwan to experience its stunning natural beauty, including Taroko Gorge and the picturesque coastline. I’m also eager to immerse myself in the local culture, enjoy delicious Taiwanese cuisine, and explore the unique blend of traditional and modern attractions. Hualien offers a serene escape with vibrant cultural experiences, making it the perfect destination for both relaxation and adventure
WOW I remember you talking about wanting to do this during the covid lockdown skits -- to learn Chinese to go live in Taiwan. I'm so happy you're doing this!! Taiwan east coast is one of the most beautiful places in the world. Looking forward to your other videos!!
I actually started watching your videos last week when I was in Singapore. (The internet knows where you are!!!!) I was born in Taiwan but grew up and live in Thailand. I went back to Taroko Gorge in Taiwan in November 2023 to run my very first full marathon. It was my first time visiting there and I am really glad I get to experience the magnificent masterpiece of the nature’s doing running through the gorge. The earthquake in April left lots of damage behind such beautiful place and it was quite painful when I learned about it on the news. Hualien is a beautiful place, the people there were so nice to me and my family. Taroko Gorge and Hualien will always have a special place in my memory. Hualien have a tough journey ahead with their road to recovery. And I sincerely wish they will come through with the strength of their beautiful hearts. The least I can do to contribute to their recovery journey is to go back there and experience its beauty and hospitality whenever I get the opportunity again.
Hi Ghib! Loved the hualien trip y'all embarked on! I remember seeing the hotel but unfortunately didn't get to stay there since I only spent a day there... Brings back good memories. Taroko Gorge is indeed a magnificent place to visit as well! Glad u seemed to have fun during the trip and you've potentially gotten me into wanting to visit there again soon 😁.
Ghib san, I love this clip as I have been to Taiwan 2x & it brought back the good memories 😃 Still love to be there again....even my hubby loves it after his 1st visit with our family. We're now of 60-70 age & wish to visit hualien, go for farm stay... hope I'm able to manage the trip with my bad knee/back 🙏
I was there in tw during the april earthquake! was traveling up north from tainan and wasn't feeling very well so i reworked the itinerary to go straight back to taipei, skipping hualien. the next day the earthquakes happened. if i had gone ahead with plans I would have been caught at ground zero, it was a pretty close shave and you could still feel it pretty strongly even in the city center. would definitely still try to make a stop at hualien on my next trip!
I was in Hualien 3 weeks ago, but I didn't read about the tarako park closure. They advised me not to go yet since plenty are still under restoration and some roads are partially closed (with timings). I still enjoyed myself, such a beautiful place, I would like to go back there when the weather is cooler tho and explore more! It was about 37-39°C (and the apps would say it feels like 46°C and above) Beautiful place, wonderful people, delicious food!
Really love taiwan as well, surprised that i manage to miss out on so much natural, and you going to complete your dreams makes me really want to go taiwan for my first ever solo trip
.🎊Remember to comment below 'Why You Want to Visit Hualien?' Best answer will win a specially curated goodie bag from me! Good luck! Contest ends 31 Aug 2024. I will reply to the winner’s comment on 1 Sep 😀
This video was filmed before the earthquake in April 2024. While Hualien City is mostly back to normal business, Taroko Gorge was severely damaged and is currently partially opened (as of Aug 2024).
First to reply..and chance to win the first prize of hualian!!
When I first visited taiwan, taipei in 2020, before the lockdown happened, i fell in love with the place and till this day, I still regretted not being able to visit places like Hualien and the more chill areas instead I went to tourist attractions like Jiu-fen and Shi-Fen. Although an amazing experience, I almost got trapped in taiwan if I did not board my plane in time, because when I landed back in SG, the next day taiwan announced a lockdown, so wheeeee...
I want to go to hualien because I was supposed to go there this year but due to the earthquake we were unable to visit this beautiful place 😢
I really want to visit Hualien to experience somewhere so absolutely gorgeous and so different from where I live, Scotland.
I’ll be turning 40 next year and I really do want to see more of the world, see different cultures and really immerse myself. I want to push my boundaries and try new foods. The foods you ate in Hualien looked incredible and so healthy however I have to draw a line at eating a Goose or any animals head!
I’m amazed how clean and fresh everything and everywhere looked. It’s very inviting.
Just watching this makes me feel like I'm there with u guys even though I'm not there physically. And the lemon drink..I could almost taste it..such a beautiful scenic views what's not to love about Hualien?❤🥰😍💃🏻
My family is originally from Taiwan. While I’m Singaporean citizen. I love both Taiwan and Singapore. But I love Taiwan’ amazing nature, scenery, people and Food
I was born in Taiwan but grew up in Singapore, I can identify with both cultures. Have a fun & safe trip!
Well yours a first class cotizen , it makes a lot of difference
Me too! Born in Taiwan but now singaporean! 😊
@@Elori007 no job in Taiwan?
As a Taiwanese who lives in Singapore, its really great to see so many ppl like you also like Taiwan! Thanks for your amazing video.
For a moment I thought Taroko Gorge had been restored to its original state😅 but read further in your comment that this was filmed before the earthquake…….And so, here’s what went thru my mind initially that you were doing this video to promote Hualian and make this lovely destination worth visiting again. 😊. We all heard and experience Eva Air and Taiwan’s hospitality and it’s really so heartwarming for you to show how you experience it too. We will always love Taiwan as it’s like a 2nd home for our family and a place we chill catching up with their street foods, warmth friendship and all the amazing mother nature has to offer🥰
We love Taiwan❤
Taiwan is one of my favourite place to go and I have been to Hualien each time I went to Taiwan. Hualien is like a painting and I get reminded how beautiful nature is each time I visit Hualien's attractions! Not to mention the Taiwanese hospitality and they are so friendly!
I've seen so many videos about Taiwan but I like how you took us away from the usual places. We were able to see some beautiful hidden gems and I appreciate that . I have so many places on my list to see and Taiwan is definitely one of them . Huallen is now a must see I want to experience its beauty and not have to deal with the hustle and bustle of thousands of people. Just give me a great cultural experience fresh air and an amazing view and I'm in heaven 😊
Been thru Taroko Gorge while driving thru Taipei and pass Hualien, just realised that we had missed such a beautiful place. Really looks like heaven on earth! Can't wait to go back to Hualien again & really stay at least a week there! Thanks Ghib for showing us what a beautiful place Hualien is and remind us that we should always find time to realise our dream before te catches up.with us! ❤
Thank you, Ghib, for the fantastic introduction to Hualien. The delicious food at Dongdamen Night Market made my mouth water even after I had dinner. The breathtaking view at QiXingTan Lake was truly awe-inspiring. Lastly, the footage of Taroko Gorge was especially captivating. Keep up the excellent work! I eagerly anticipate your future videos from other countries. You and your wife truly deserve this trip.
My favourite part of Taiwan is how friendly the people are. Singaporeans are friendly sure but we are almost always in a hurry and don't have time to just... talk to each other. Would love to visit Hualien to soak in the local culture.
Hear Taiwanese girls talk and singaporean girls .. it’s that easy
I'm a Singaporean and I agree with u that TW is a great place to visit. I have already been there 3 times. Still love it. The people there are very friendly and I have no issues with their food too. Enjoy your time there
Have a safe trip and wait for your next video update.
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LOL he already said the video was filmed before april this year.
I went Taiwan with my wife for honeymoon, unfortunately did not visit Hualian. After watching your video make us want to go to Taiwan again!
Hua Lien allows me to enjoy life with great scenery view and time to sink my teeth into sumptuous food after watching your video. I was not there for 10 years. It brings me the unforgettable memories. In love with Hualien once again!
Hualien is such an incredible place, and having a piece of it through your goody bag would be amazing. I can't wait to see what treasures you’ve picked out and how they reflect the beauty and culture of Hualien.
Thank you for this opportunity and for continuously sharing your adventures with us!
I went to Hualien last Nov, and I was blown away by the Taroka National Park, so beautiful, majestic, mesmerizing. I have a friend there, and it was also my first time driving his car, on the left side, nervous but fun!! Would love to go back again!!
Wah I went to Hualien and Taroko Gorge 10 years ago, in awe of how beautiful the place and people are. It's a nice place to live, enjoy Taiwan! Should explore as much as you can in your 20s and 30s.
Totally get what you mean. As a singaporean I do feel exhausted at times, the hustle culture just make one hard to catch and lack opportunities to slow down to appreciate the life. I wish I could be like you, leaving Singapore for awhile to recharged 😢
Agree with you. Singapore is becoming a place for only the very wealthy. Average folks can afford the basic needs but not much else. Even a small car costs close to SGD200k, and you can use it for only 10 years.
My family and I were in Hualien 1 week before the earthquake happened. It was sad to hear that because we had fond memories of the trip. I would love to go back there again!
Thanks Ghib for this great video! I went there around 8 years ago and totally loved it. Your video makes me want to visit again. you are right about the Singaporean culture of stress and work.I appreciate that even tho it was your holiday and recharge, you still made a video. i love your videos and look forward to watchin them. now maybe i should plan a trip there ha ha ,you already planned the trip for me :) cheers!
I want to visit Hualien after seeing what you have shown us - to experience the epic and vibrant atmosphere plus recharging energy. Thank you very much...
Omg tbh Ive never really explored Taiwan other than Taipei. Hualien area looks really beautiful especially the sea, thanks for the introduction. This is also a long video but worth my time watching. Thank you and gambatte!
Me and my wife went to Taiwan together about 12 years ago for our pre wedding photoshoot and absolutely loved it. Especially the 3 days we sent in a homestay in Hualien was unforgettable.. the slight smell of roses, we still remember till this day and looking out of our windows were some incredible mountain views (on a good day). Really enjoyed ourselves at Taroko gorge brought around by a local guide and it was just core memories made that will stay with us for life. Would love to visit Taiwan again sometime
Needless to say, it's your video that makes me wanna go to Hualien now! 💖
Thank you, Ghib for another great episode. You ask why I would like to visit HuaLien? The sound of crashing waves, turquoise lake, cloud-lined mountains and misty weather simply refreshes the soul. Yes, we all need to be in the bosom of beautiful nature from time to time to ground us and remind us life is more than houses and cars. And what makes wonderful holiday even more memorable is the people you meet. I have fond memories of my last trip to Taiwan and the people left me a deep impression and I know I will return again someday.
Taroko national park is beautiful. The natural beauty is out of this world.
I have never been to Taiwan before, if I want an excuse to go I believe it would be what you showed about hua lian. After an awful personal year I really want to heal. You made me want to go there.
When a happy person like Ghib feels the pase of Singapore and I can absolutely relate. I love Taiwan, always have and always will. I want to go to Hualien because Tarako is a place I want to visit, and was supposed to visit in April, but the earthquake happened and we ended up rerouting our trip to Yilan instead. Still beautiful, but Tarako is still has a place in my heart to visit one day. Hope you get your well-deserved break and we will always love you and your videos !
Taiwan is good.
Thank you ❤
Ya totally agree I like him he a very cheerful person
Hualien is a great place to visit, but Taiwan summer is no joke compare to Singapore. I only have a day trip , only cover major attraction , the tour guide always remind us Hualien is very prone to earthquake, just stay safe
Taroko is in my bucket list for one of the places of interest in Taiwan! I hope to visit there soon!
台湾の東海岸は1度じっくりいきたい場所です。
宜蘭は何度か行っていて、大好きな場所になっています。
台湾らしさが凝縮していると思います。
宜蘭から南は、行こうと計画すると地震があって実現していません。
花蓮では先住民文化とグルメにガッチリ向き合いたいし、食堂を経営して定住されて長い宇和島出身のGosanにも会ってみたい。
行ってきたいと思っていた店ばかり出てきて笑っちゃいました。
It's great that you believe in self education, and that is something that we should involve ourselves in for life! Thank you for being an inspiration!
I visited Hualien once, 12 years ago, during a 12-day trip. We spent 4 days in Hualien just chilling and relaxing. Taroko Gorge was so beautiful and it’s something we can’t see in Singapore. I'd love to go back and enjoy another nice break 😊
Taiwanese working in Singapore now. With that said, I have never been to Hualien! Need to visit next time when I am back with my family during Chinese New Year! I am so glad you love Taiwanese food too!
Nice~ I stayed in Taiwan for a year with my spouse and we visited many places, love Taiwan!
I would like to visit Hualien because I have never visited it before and the food there looks AMAZING, the dumplings, fried dough and shaved ice really caught my eye. It seems to have a lot of other unique dishes I have yet to try as well. AND THE NATURE IS BEAUTIFUL, LOVE HOW THE SHAVED ICE UNCLE WAS SO KIND ❤😊
Taiwan is such a wonderful country! Its definatly the most underrated out of all the Asian countries. The people are great, its quite a safe country and the culture is really good. Only thing however is that opportunities is a bit hard to find cause there was an unemployment crises
Taiwan is not a country.
I went to Taroko Gorge back in April 2023 and I loved it!
cant go now due to the earthquake that happened recently.
@@lyhthegreat do you know if they announce repair work, or it is closed for good?
@@vulcangui6350 don't know but last i heard the rebuilding is gonna take quite awhile..
I loved the friendly people and the nature spots in Taiwan so much that I would like to visit hualien as part of my dream to tour the whole Taiwan! Hope to see more videos and recommendations about the other cities in Taiwan!
Take care and have fun! Taiwan is a great place. Taipei is awesome and I managed to visit HuaLien last year too. Unfortunately there was a typhoon the time I visited so I couldn't visit many places but it was so pretty even still at the rare instances when it stopped raining. Would love to go back again soon ❤❤
Ghib, Taiwan is an awesome place, you will enjoy your trip! I'm planning a trip there soon. I'm originally from the San Francisco bay area (13.5 hr flight), but now live in Okinawa Japan (1 Hour, 20 minute flight to Taiwan). I think we are about 350 miles away. While you are in the neighborhood, consider making a trip here!!
I love Taiwanese culture and I actually wanted to visit Hualien. My mother is on a wheelchair and she loves Taiwan. I would love to bring her there soon!
We were there in Dec 2023 and we enjoyed our stay there. The BnB we stayed in was very near to Dongdamen night market and we had delicious dinner at the night market for 2 nights! Our hosts were very friendly and hospitable! Friendly cab uncle offered me bing lang on our way to check out a Catholic church in Xincheng :-) We had a delightful day at Taroko Gorge with our guide, especially the aboriginal lunch. The nature there was gorgeous. Before we took the train to Taipei, we went to buy Tzen's mochi. We hope to go back again one day. Good memories 👍
Nooo we’re gonna miss u Ghib 😢 Edit: oh wait you’re heading back to Singapore already yay welcome home
It takes a foreigner to show Singaporeans how to enjoy life
A good holiday starts with a comfy flight. Glad to see that you enjoyed the service with EVA Air. My hubby and I visited Taipei once many years back when our no.1 was still a baby. I hope to be able to bring my duo, now teens to visit eastern coast of Taiwan especially Hualien to experience the tranquility and appreciate the city's scenery. I'll definitely save this to my YT playlist for reference. Thanks for the amazing video, Ghib!
Yes one of my favourite destinations. Love the mountains , rivers, sea and the local foods. Surprised you didn't try the moochi in Hualien
Went to Taiwan 14 years ago, really lovely place and want to visit again for the FOOD! Thanks Ghib for reigniting the crave to travel to Taiwan!
I just can't believe how beautiful Hualien is. Just like you, I would love to go to rejuvenate for my next step in life.
That gorge is unbelievable, definitely want to check it out one day
I wish to visit Taiwan with my wife for relaxation. She had never been to Taiwan. Hualien is a really beautiful place.
I love Taiwan. I've been there 4 times and my last trip was in 2018 from Taipei and Taichung but I've never been to Hualien. It's been a little difficult to travel recently but as soon as I'm able to, I wanna head straight to Taiwan again! Hope you'll come back to Singapore soon and make more inspiring videos even for us locals!
Nice place, nice scenery, nice foods and nice people. Great place to visit when on holiday
Our family visited Taroko last November and just like you, we fell in love with the magnificent scenery. It’s such a pity that the earthquake destroyed part of Taroko but we are grateful that we got to catch part of its beauty.
Taiwan has always been our family’s favourite holiday destination and we can’t never get enough of it. We would love to visit Hualien again to check out the many places and food that you shared in this video, since our last visit was only a short 2 days.
And needless to say, we need a break from Singapore, just like you 😂
I freaking love Taiwan Ghib! Fresh out of university earlier in April this year, and I backpacked Taiwan's West Coast (ie Taipei to Kaohsiung) for 2 weeks as part of my first solo grad trip in May :) Truly love the food, and in love with the people like you said - can't explain the many times locals brought me around to proudly show their attractions and culture, and hospitality to make you feel like home.
Why Hualien for me? My grad trip was originally planned to backpack across the whole of Taiwan, but the earthquake unfortunately derailed my plans for Hualien and Yilan. Taroko Gorge looks extremely majestic as a popular nature attraction, and its a place I unfortunately had to cancel my tour for...but really hope to go there to enjoy the peace of nature and people who probably have many lived experiences of the force of nature ❤
I have been to Hualien twice. Once when I was younger, less affluent and a solo traveller. My second time, me and my partner brought my elderly (still spritely) mom. Both experiences were vastly different. Sights and tastes when you are a young solo traveller morphs into a more sublime experience when you are travelling with your loved ones. Taiwan has that scalability which appeals to the young as well as the old. The warmth of the people, the easiness, the welcoming spirit makes it a really special country. As you have rightly pointed out, it is an excellent place to take respite, recharge, and soak in the awe of nature. Unplug from the matrix.
I want to cycle along the coast at Hualien and touch the Pacific Ocean. Thank you for reintroducing Hualien!
Your Taroko film is amazing and breathtaking! Can't wait to go for a visit!
Never been to Hualien. Really want to explore more of Taiwan and enjoy their good food and sceneries. Your video is so amazing. Hualien is so serene and a good place to relax. I love Taiwan.
Hey Ghib! I've been following your amazing travel vlogs, and the Hualien giveaway sounds incredible! Winning a trip to Hualien would be a dream come true. Imagine exploring the breathtaking Taroko Gorge, filling up on mouthwatering Taiwanese cuisine, and soaking in the sun at picturesque Qixingtan Beach. Not to mention the vibrant night markets and friendly locals! Your vlogs have inspired me to explore new places, and Hualien seems like the perfect destination for a truly unforgettable adventure. I'd be thrilled to experience all that Hualien has to offer and share it with your viewers! Fingers crossed! 🤞🏖️🇹🇼
Can't wait for more Taiwan series❤
Hualien is my Mom's hometown. been there so many times.
I've been to Taiwan 3 times but haven't been to Hualien. I've been following and enjoying your RUclips channel and now watching you enjoying your time in Hualien makes me now want to plan my next overseas holiday in Hualien. Ghib and Hualien, perfect combination :)
Have a fruitful and fun trip Bro, I love to visit Taiwan when I can afford it especially food is nice and fresh
Hualien looks amazing to visit -- it has scenic views, great unique foods and a ton of history and culture!
I agree with you ghib sometimes i really just want to rest but now unable due to national service
RIP bro, remember to take it a day at a time, ORD LOH
Ghib san, とても良い機会 台湾の生活満喫👍 太魯閣渓谷や花蓮なんて美しい😊✨
My girlfriend prayed to the 月老 (god of marriage) in Taiwan with very specific traits she wanted. And I appeared in her life via a dating app and I checked all the boxes she prayed for! *wink*
So I really want to go Taiwan to bring her back to the temple and thank the god for "guiding" me her! Totally looking forward to that!
Happy to see your viewers is increasing and agree that s’pore is over populated in a small country and over stress with high cost of living,work etc. Is good to go different countries to try out different things and food and share with us!Keep up the good videos you have done and Jiayou👍🏼💪🏼💪🏼
Why I want to visit Hualien?
I first visited there about 20 years ago.
Now that I am married and also becoming a dad, it will be a great idea to visit Hualien again with my wife and son.
Will love to go there and chill and slow down the pace!
Eva is indeed a good airline
A taiwan friend once brought me to the beautiful hualien scenery. Must go again la ❤
私もシンガポールに住んでいた時に台湾に寄りたかったのですがコロナ禍で行けずじまいでした😢花蓮も含めいつか行きたいと思っていたので参考にさせていただきます✨
Every dish looks so delicious. I enjoy your videos. Rest and relax some in Taiwan. Your Mandarin is getting better. All the best. Take care for now.
I like to trace your trip In Hua lien, especially Taroka National Park and see for myself how beautiful you have describe it.
Bye, hve a safe trip home ( or to wherever). Ty for all your videos!
Been to Taiwan many times but never the East Coast. Your Hualien video inspires me to bring my elderly parents there, especially knowing that Taroko Gorge is walking friendly even for wheelchairs 😊 Great content!
Hualian is a picturesque, serene and sentimental place.
Omg I watched this on my TV and I came on my phone to see if this was filmed before or after the earthquake. I am going to Taiwan in Sept and I want to visit Hualien because it looks SO BEAUTIFUL and scenic, especially Taroko Gorge!
I was going to change my itinerary because of your video and plus I thought this is after the earthquake 🥲 I still would love to visit Hualien one day for its stunning scenery and amazing food ❤
Amazing tour to hualian! I’ll definitely gonna plan a trip there, i’ve alway love taiwan. And most of the time i stay in taipei, this makes me want to try exploring hualian even more. Guess i’ll make be able to make more trip to taiwan soon again~!
You should definitely explore areas like Hualien, Tainan, Kaoshiung if you have the time!
@@GhibOjisan i've been to kaohsiung i love it there too. i'll likely try out hualian next. Will use the info from your video as a start off to start my hualian trip!!
Happy Birthday!!! Tawain is so much fun
I am planning our year end trip and last year we went to Japan, this year we were planning to revisit UNTIL I saw this video and you might change my mind!!
If i win, i will revisit all the places you intro and send you photos 😂😂😂
This gives me memories of my Hualien trip during September last year! :)
シンガポールもだけど、台湾にもいつか行きたいですねー！
歴史と人情、古き良き街並みと雄大な自然！
台湾は日本がピンチの時にいつも助けてくれた友人です
omg u look so good in those pics of u from 2016 hahaha long hair suits u very well!
I've been a few times to taiwan a few times but never to hualien. Your video has made me want to visit Hualien now. I would want to visit Hualien, Taiwan to experience its stunning natural beauty, including Taroko Gorge and the picturesque coastline. I’m also eager to immerse myself in the local culture, enjoy delicious Taiwanese cuisine, and explore the unique blend of traditional and modern attractions. Hualien offers a serene escape with vibrant cultural experiences, making it the perfect destination for both relaxation and adventure
WOW I remember you talking about wanting to do this during the covid lockdown skits -- to learn Chinese to go live in Taiwan. I'm so happy you're doing this!! Taiwan east coast is one of the most beautiful places in the world. Looking forward to your other videos!!
Yeahhh!! It finally happened😆
I actually started watching your videos last week when I was in Singapore. (The internet knows where you are!!!!)
I was born in Taiwan but grew up and live in Thailand. I went back to Taroko Gorge in Taiwan in November 2023 to run my very first full marathon. It was my first time visiting there and I am really glad I get to experience the magnificent masterpiece of the nature’s doing running through the gorge. The earthquake in April left lots of damage behind such beautiful place and it was quite painful when I learned about it on the news.
Hualien is a beautiful place, the people there were so nice to me and my family. Taroko Gorge and Hualien will always have a special place in my memory. Hualien have a tough journey ahead with their road to recovery. And I sincerely wish they will come through with the strength of their beautiful hearts. The least I can do to contribute to their recovery journey is to go back there and experience its beauty and hospitality whenever I get the opportunity again.
Hi Ghib! Loved the hualien trip y'all embarked on! I remember seeing the hotel but unfortunately didn't get to stay there since I only spent a day there... Brings back good memories. Taroko Gorge is indeed a magnificent place to visit as well! Glad u seemed to have fun during the trip and you've potentially gotten me into wanting to visit there again soon 😁.
So inspired by you to also go to Hualien to take a break like that given 15 years of working none stop. Can fully relate why you would do this.
人との繋がりを、旅で感じて大事にしてはるんですね😂私は渡る世間は鬼ばかりと考える人間で、直ぐ人を疑う、私が疑う気持ちがあるから、人は寄り付かないのはわかっています。47年間の癖でしょう。ジブリおじさん観て、ホッとするのは私だけでしょうか❤
Ghib san, I love this clip as I have been to Taiwan 2x & it brought back the good memories 😃 Still love to be there again....even my hubby loves it after his 1st visit with our family. We're now of 60-70 age & wish to visit hualien, go for farm stay... hope I'm able to manage the trip with my bad knee/back 🙏
I was there in tw during the april earthquake! was traveling up north from tainan and wasn't feeling very well so i reworked the itinerary to go straight back to taipei, skipping hualien. the next day the earthquakes happened. if i had gone ahead with plans I would have been caught at ground zero, it was a pretty close shave and you could still feel it pretty strongly even in the city center.
would definitely still try to make a stop at hualien on my next trip!
I would love the live in the stay at taroko nature park! So beautiful and scenic that can melt all the stress away
I was in Hualien 3 weeks ago, but I didn't read about the tarako park closure. They advised me not to go yet since plenty are still under restoration and some roads are partially closed (with timings). I still enjoyed myself, such a beautiful place, I would like to go back there when the weather is cooler tho and explore more! It was about 37-39°C (and the apps would say it feels like 46°C and above) Beautiful place, wonderful people, delicious food!
The nature sooth my soul
Really love taiwan as well, surprised that i manage to miss out on so much natural, and you going to complete your dreams makes me really want to go taiwan for my first ever solo trip
I love Hualien! Visited in 2019 and the nature was beautiful. The food was good as well.
I want to go to hualien to visit the hiking trail you showed. It is so beautiful!