Hsinchu

It was as comfortable as Japan's Shinkansen bullet train. I was glad I could use it at half price for a one-way trip. Booking was also smooth.

The lines at Leofoo Village on Sunday weren't as incredibly long as they used to be when I was a kid. There was a queue, but it was manageable! The Snoopy collaboration this time was adorable! However, the Starbucks coffee included on the voucher was just Starbucks "coffee beans," pressed using an automatic coffee machine—a small disappointment, deducting one star 🤣

People are so helpful while I tried to figure out where to board the train in the huge station. Food was not the best. However it is a very nice way to hv a headline view the country. The mountain and coastal views were gprgeous! if you like Karaoke, there is a karaoke carriage where you can scream your favourite songs while strangers clapped and cheered you on.

We rented two cars this time, but due to system settings... there was a discrepancy with the store... during this Mid-Autumn Festival holiday... everyone waited for almost an hour to pick up the cars. During this time, there was also an extra charge for full vehicle insurance... the cost of two cars for two days was equivalent to renting another car... haha... but the cars were in good condition, and the air conditioning was cool enough... so it was acceptable. As for fuel and mileage metering, I think it's best to write that in the rental agreement... so consumers can weigh the total cost and avoid exceeding their budget.

It's very convenient to take, just as fast as calling a taxi, but saves a lot on transportation costs!

I booked the Xinyi branch, but the map on my KKDay email showing the order/voucher showed the address of the Xinsheng branch. When I arrived at the Xinsheng branch, I realized I had gone to the wrong place. The staff there were very kind and called the Xinyi branch to let them know we were in the wrong place, extended our appointment, and even arranged for a car to take us to the Xinyi branch. The service was excellent. At the Xinyi branch, the staff were also very professional. The technician skillfully loosened the lumps in my muscles. Although the process was sore, it was necessary for recovery. After the massage, my whole body felt very relaxed, and I was very satisfied with their service.

Both the sweet and savory meals were delicious, and the train stopped twice to explore, listen to historical stories, and take photos of Turtle Island. The interior of the train was upscale and comfortable, and the service staff were very friendly.

Food and atmosphere is exactly as expected and similar to DTF in the states. The wait time is really long, but I heard of the “hack” to buy your set via KKDay and it worked!! The trick is to NOT pull a number. Instead, walk up to the hostess with your QR code, they’ll scan your code and get you in within 15/20 minutes. You can also add additional food via a separate check (your set is prepaid via KKDay). Good Luck 👍👍

I used this service for a round trip to Kaohsiung. At the ticket counter, you show your reservation number and passport to receive a ticket booklet, which you then show to pass through the gate. Due to my travel itinerary, I could only go to Kaohsiung, but it was definitely worth it. It's a great opportunity to visit cities other than Taipei! I think it will become a popular service for repeat customers.