Asia Travel Information Blog

Making the decision to do business with one of the countries most successful retailers is not one of those quick brainstorm ideas hatched over coffee and a bagel at your local Starbucks.  I am sure you have lain awake at night dreaming of your product prominently displayed at Costco with thousands of members clamoring around to grab a hold of the last item before they are all gone.  No doubt you have rehearsed your response to the frantic phone call from Costco begging for more product, offering anything to just get one more shipment.  Cool and unbothered you pause before letting them know you will see what you can do, while at the same time, asking for better terms.

Fortunately this has happened and could happen to you.  You may never find yourself invited over to Jim Sinegal’s house for holiday dinner, but that doesn’t mean you will never be successful selling your products to Costco if you are prepared.

Situated in the Pacific Ocean about 100 miles from China, Taiwan is a small island nation shaped like a tobacco leaf. Two third of the total area is covered by forested mountains and the remaining area consists of a hilly country platforms and highlands, plains and basins.

Taiwan has many enchanting travelling characteristics which have been facilitated for the enjoyment of the travelers. As the natural views and lush scenery unfolds it doesn’t take long to convince one of the islands unique beauties. Also called ‘the heart of Asia’, Taiwan has a special geological structure which brings out a variety of unique and extraordinary views. It was called ‘Formosa’ (beautiful island) by the Portuguese when they saw the islands verdict beauty in the 16th century. Taiwan is reputed as mountainous and costal island. Along the mountains are areas like the Maolin national scenic area where exists the world of butterflies and Rukai stone made houses which provides a relaxing scene of sunrise. Conversely the Cloud Sea is famous amongst the tourist for its natural setting for eagle spotting, home of fruit, lion head mountain etc. The Penghu national scenic area around the Taiwan Strait has flat landscapes with a blessed spectacular view providing the sport-loving tourists with entertainment of whale spotting and scuba diving. Majority of the locations are in Nangan, with Beigan being famous for its stone houses and fish noodles, Juguang for its fishing port and light house and Dongyin for its amazing rock formations.

Taipei, the political and financial center of Taiwan, is the island’s most populous city. Taipei originated as a small trading port over two hundred years ago before becoming the administrative capital under the Qing Dynasty. During the last few decades there has been tremendous growth in the city. Now a sprawling metropolis, Taipei is an ideal place to visit for those who love the hustle and bustle of the big city. Bei Tou (Peitou) Located in the northwest, Bei Tou is famous for its sulfur springs, spas and hotels. One of the more popular sulfur pits is Hell Valley. Bei Tou is in the middle of a small mountain range connected to Wellington Heights and Yang Ming Shan by public transport. Yang Ming Shan National Park is a great place to go hiking.