Working holiday in Taiwan's B&B by Sally_1

HEADING TO "FLOWER" PALACE

After some rest, heading to “Flower” Palace to begin my working holiday! My first exposure (≧◡≦)

During my train ride, instead of sticking my butt on the train seat, I sneaked out as I was completely attracted by the stunning landscape. I had managed to take some shots as the train was moving pretty fast ψ(｀∇´)ψ

Here sharing with everyone

"The greatest reward and luxury of travel is to be able to experience everyday things as if for the first time, to be in a position in which almost nothing is so familiar it is taken for granted." – Bill Bryson


AT FLOWER PALACE_CI-HUI SHI-BI BUTANG (慈恵石壁部堂)

First day at work, always slow in speed and super blur. Cannot finish on time. But Theresa kept on "chasing" me to put down and enjoy.
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The sun were pretty strong and warm. Rode the bicycle alone on the unfamiliar street...abit lost but full of surprises...Halted for awhile and took a shot of the beautiful road that I rode.

Below were the places that I went for my first day route

Along Jianguo Road Section 2 towards Shui Yuan Bridge

Ci-hui Shi-bi BuTang (Temple)

Ci-hui Shi-bi BuTang (Temple)

Ci-hui Shi-bi BuTang (Temple)

Ci-hui Shi-bi BuTang - 慈恵石壁部堂 link


AT FLOWER PALACE_PINE GARDEN (松园别馆)
Today was my off day!

Looking forward to my second time bike trip, however the weather changed suddenly...Rainy with cooling winds_temperature 22c.

Making me so Indolent. Fortunately, Bro Auther and Theresa giving me a free ride to town area. So sweet (●*∩_∩*●)

Drove me around the "golden triangle districts" and bought me pancake to try it. Fillings_ Garlic Chives (known as jiu cai)! So yummy! My saliva dripping out... ツ

Alighted at Pine Garden and walked around in the museum, looking at the masterpiece done by the female students. All of the furniture was so unique. Wish I can have half of their talents ㋡

As today was a rainy day, not much of outdoor shot taken (╥_╥) Just share with you the Pine Garden Museum masterpiece! Please feel free to comment yeah (╯3╰)

 

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Pine Garden_松园别馆 Link

Working holiday in Taiwan's B&B

It’s been five years since we’ve moved to Hualian, and two years since we’ve run the minsu business.

These days, Errantry Lodge has been working towards a goal- that one day, Hualian will become one of the must-see destinations to an international tourist. In the past, whenever we had the chance to travel to a foreign tourist attraction, we often lost track of which day of the week it was, because everyday these hot spots were packed with international tourists.

As a new migrant to Hualian, I hope that such phenomomon could be duplicated in Hulian, as I’m sure this will greatly improve the local economy and increase the employment opportunities for local youths.

Ideas as such has turned managing international toursists a dream and ideal goal for Errantry Lodge- for international tourists, they will visit not only on weeknds, but also during weekdays, and I believe this is what Hualianers need, to have holiday everyday, and everyday is a wonderful day.

I want to send out my heart-felt gratitude to the Ministry of Economy for establishing an internet forum for “Minsu Homes.” With their efforts, “Ki Taiwan work in exchange for lodge tour around Taiwan” has attracted thousands of people around the globe. During the summer, 5 international friends were enriched by the experience of “Ki Taiwan Work in exchange for lodge tour around Taiwan.”

They are all the best seeds, and also the best promoters. During the busiest months, these good friends helped maintained the customer satisfaction. As for the international friends, I believe that they will all carry the wonderful memories of in-depth tour and one-month long stay at Hualian and Taitung with them back home.

International friends of Errantry Lodge:

(Left) Kelvin Kan K, A Bao, Frederick Chip, Kaiping

Experience sharing by international friends:
A Bao
Frederick Chip

Video by Kelvin Kan K:
Aborigines offering sacrifices in the centennial of the Republic of China (Taiwan)

Tso Tseng Trail

Tso Tseng Trail, a scenic trail that is no further than 4km away from Errantry Lodge, is located to the at the foot of the mountain on the east side of Mt. Sabado, belong to Chilai mountain range, an offshoot of the grand Central Mountain Range. Looking out from the windows of Errantry, the imposing mountain range stretches across your vision, as if embracing the community warmly into its arms.

Relax, and That’s Your Money Shot!

Originally I selected Errantry Lodge because, besides my friends’ strong recommendation, of the photos of comfortable and spacious guestrooms on Errantry’s website. Other than the comfy guestrooms, friends specifically mentioned Arthur’s portrait service. “Arthur has won many photography competition awards!” My friend emphasized. To be honest, for a person who always hid behind a camera and took group photos of friends, been “shot”  somehow made me nervous, as 1) I didn’t think I was photogenic; 2) my body was rigid and inflexible and could hardly come up with elegant poses, and both were the reasons why I hesitated. Hence, portrait service was never a priority on my list.

Exotic Experience at Local

When choosing a room at Errantry, it did trouble me a bit. Besides the cartoon room is a quad, which I do not consider, all the other rooms have appealing photos on the website. Since it is my first time, let’s begin from the aborigine room!

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                                                                                         (2011/08)

When I arrive at the front door of Errantry, I immediately see a spacious garden. Upon entering the lodge is the lounge, and the bar with a hand-drawn Greek sea view painting is stand conspicuously. On the left hand side of the 2nd floor is my aborigine room. I am pleasantly surprised when I open the door, because of the vast space, large bed, and an enormous LCD screen! This guest room is even larger than my own bedroom, about a dozen pings. To a city dweller where every inch of earth cost a fortune, to have a capacious room like this is simply extravagant.

A Biking Trip at Dawn

 

5 a.m., an hour at dawn that normal people would not be awake, is the most beautiful hour to ride a bicycle in Hualien.

When Arthur recommended a bike ride 5 a.m. in the morning, frankly, I was a little nervous, since I was never an early bird. After listening to a friend told me her unforgettable biking experience at Errantry, I decided to pose a challenge to my lazy bones. Let’s ride a bicycle at 5 a.m.!

When 5 a.m. arrived, I tried so hard to show up on time at the courtyard of Errantry. My first surprise was the verdant greens of the mountain peaks stood tall before me, with clouds and mists lingering at the half-way. I began to awake deeply within. To a city dweller, this is a very luxurious morning call.

A New Experience for New Migrants – Jhuilu Historical Trail

With a passion to trace the footsteps of our forefathers, in light gear and 2400c.c. of water, Arthur and Theresa challenged the renowned Jhuilu Historical Trail with several hiking pals.