By John Yuan
Can’t stand the heat any more? Still wrestling with the sweltering sun? We know you just want to dip down and kick back in the water. Let The Foreign Exchange take you to the “cool” spots to get all refreshed! You’ll be amazed by what enticing water activities our lovable island has to offer. Be amped up for water fun and give yourself a cool summer. When speaking about water activities, Kenting is always the place that comes to mind first. Apart from its celebrated beach and tropical climate, Kenting is without question the Mecca for extreme water sports enthusiasts. Don’t presume these activities are just privileges of foreign countries. In fact, Kenting has a whole package of world-class water sports ranging from banana boating, jet-skiing, motor-boating, to parasailing…you name it! Kenting has gained tremendous popularity and over the years tourists flood into Kenting for a cooling-down getaway. Fancy sipping a Blue Hawaii by the beach while the breeze caresses your hair as you are sunbathing in your bikini? Can’t settle your wild instincts until you ride on a motorboat and feel the speed and the splash of water? Obviously, you should book your ticket to Kenting right away. For the northern shore, Jin Shan is probably the most renowned attraction for hardcore surfers. Located near Keelung, Jin Shan’s coast is not as sandy as down south but mostly rocky. Still, there are some places for surfers to swing their stuff. During surfing seasons, surfers from islandwide gather at Jin Shan for the big waves. Innumerable clubs have been founded to record and forecast the waves for surfers’ information. As a result, Jin Shan has become not only a surfers’ playground but also their paradise. Even if you are new to surfing, don’t worry. Besides professional coaches, most veterans are glad to share tips if you just ask. Pick up your surfing kit and come to Jin Shan if you dare to ride the waves! The off-shore islands are also high on the list for summer trips. Green Island, once a place designed to keep prisoners, is now a thriving attraction for its abundance of natural resources and water activities. The most enjoyable itinerary would not be complete without the island’s world-famous seabed hot spring and snorkeling. Green Island boasts spectacular underwater scenery. To witness the beauty of coral reefs and the vitality of sea life, don’t miss Green Island. Isolated and secluded, Green Island creates relaxing and undisturbed leisure for people who need to be away from the hustle and bustle. Counting the stars and listening to the waves to fall sleep is not a fantasy on Green Island. Last but not least is Peng Hu, which was recently established as a National Scenic Area. It is well-known for its extraordinary basalt terrain. Peng Hu will wow visitors with its grotesque rock formations and volcanic landscape. If you have a chance to visit Peng Hu, you have to sample the local specialty – cactus ice cream. Besides the pristine sea water and shiny white sand, Peng Hu has retained its small-town touch with traditional buildings of old times. The townspeople are genuinely hospitable. With its subtropical climate and distinct surroundings, you may, for a split second, have the illusion of vacationing in some exotic island country. Most importantly, primitive and unindustrialized, Peng Hu has the most stunningly beautiful beach you will ever find in Taiwan! Can’t hold your excitement any more? Still obsessing over your summer plans? If you are tempted to visit these places, check out the following information for your reference to schedule a “hot” trip. These websites provide recommended itineraries, contacts for local B&Bs and hotels, and transportation information. Kenting: http://www.fun-ez.com/index.html Jin Shan: http://www.surfingshop.idv.tw/ Green Island: http://green.taitung.gov.tw/index.asp Peng Hu: http://green.taitung.gov.tw/index.asp a
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May 2024
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