Hsinchu

It had been 12 years since my last visit to Taiwan. Unable to forget the taste of Din Tai Fung, I decided to return. Having heard beforehand that there would be a long wait, I found this website and used it on the day. The wait time, which was supposed to be over 60 minutes, was reduced to less than 20 minutes. The staff were attentive and efficient, and the piping hot xiao long bao arrived within minutes. The fish xiao long bao was especially delicious.

There were many natural experiences, as well as many animals and plants. You collected stamps to exchange for bird hats. The stamp collection was part of the process; you walked the entire route up and then took a shuttle bus down. The whole trip took almost three hours, and the shuttle bus cost 40 yuan per person. It was a great trip, and the kids enjoyed it.

This was my first time experiencing a rock bath. I booked a 3-hour basic package on KKDay for $850 per person. Upon entry, you need to scan a QR code to add someone as a friend and fill out a form. Then, you take off your shoes and socks, collect your clothes at the counter, watch a video, hand in your shoe locker key, and receive your locker key. Entering your locker key number into your LINE friend will tell you the end time. The showers only provide shampoo and shower gel, with basic wet and dry separation (each shower has two small spaces). There are water dispensers and vending machines (no containers provided, remember to bring your own water bottle). There are five different temperature settings. The environment is spacious and well-maintained. There are also semi-private spaces for one person, with plenty of comic book shelves and magazines to browse. There are also massage chairs ($30 for 10 minutes), soft chairs, sofas, and various other relaxation spaces. Charging stations are also available. A 10-minute hourglass is also provided inside the rock bath area.