Taiwan is located in East Asia, just off the coast of mainland China, north of the Philippines and south of Japan. Known as Ilha Formosa or 'the beautiful island' in Portuguese, Taiwan has a rich and colorful history. It became a protectorate of the Chinese Empire in 1206 and was made a prefecture of Fukien in 1684. In 1885, Taiwan was made a province of China.
With its beautiful landscapes, rugged mountains and ancient temples, this country has plenty to offer to tourists and is a must visit if you are in the region. There are many resorts and hotels in Taiwan that offer guests a quiet, relaxing vacation amidst beautiful scenery.
Ging-Lun Sun Spa Resort
No.1-6, Hot Spring Ging-Lun,
Taimali Township,
Taitung County, Taiwan The Ging-Lun Sun Spa Resort is located 29 km (18 miles) from the city center, in the mountainside of the Ging-Lun hot spring area in Taimali Township. It is about 116 km (70 miles) to the nearest airport and a 45 minute drive from Taitung City.
A fabulous getaway from the hustle and bustle of city life, Ging-Lun Sun Spa also offers a free shuttle service for its guests from the Ging-Lun train station to the resort. All 29 rooms at the resort have modern furnishings and decorations. Each room (single, double, triple and quad) has a large window from which you can view the sunrise over the Pacific Ocean or a beautiful starry night. Non-smoking rooms are available.
Room facilities include:
Air conditioning
Satellite television
Radio
Direct dial phone
Hairdryer
Automatic wake-up call
110v Voltage
Other facilities and services offered by the Ging-Lun Sun Spa Resort include a swimming pool, outdoor hot spring spa, fully-equipped function room, outdoor cafe and foot massage room.
The Howard Beach Resort Kenting is a 5-star deluxe class modern resort located on a secluded white-sand beach on Taiwan's southern shore. One kilometer (1/2 mile) to the city center, this resort is situated on the waterfront, 140 km (85 miles) from the nearest airport and 200 km (125 miles) from the Kaohsiung train station. A fantastic holiday destination, this resort has 406 rooms (single, double, twin, triple, suite) that are all spacious, each with a small private balcony. Tastefully furnished with all the modern amenities, this resort has:
Air conditioning
Satellite television
In-house movies
Radio
Direct dial phone
Hairdryer
Automatic wake-up call
110v Voltage
The Howard Beach Resort also has two restaurants serving western and Chinese cuisines and one bar. Recreational facilities include a pool, Jacuzzi, water space and space sports, an amusement park and a health center. Activities include a squash court, snorkeling and table tennis.
Other facilities and services at the Howard Beach Resort Kenting include: