MISSED Train, Found Paradise — Shifen & Jiufen | Taiwan Day 3 🐈

Shifen Waterfall • Houtong Cat Village • Jiufen — a missed train turned into a slow-travel paradise along Taiwan’s northeast coast. Join me on Taiwan Day 3 for waterfalls, wandering trails, feline friends, and a lucky taxi ride that saved our Jiufen sunset. 🌿🚃🐾 In this episode: 🌊 Shifen Waterfall — Taiwan’s panoramic cascade and quiet viewpoints. 🐾 Houtong Cat Village — murals, cafés, and cats around every corner. 🏮 Jiufen Old Street — lantern-lit alleys, temple views, and a golden sunset. 🚃 Pingxi Line — slow local trains, tiny towns, and gentle discoveries. Links & resources ⬇️ 📺 Full Taiwan Series playlist:    • Taiwan Series | Slow Traveling Taiwan in 9...   ☕ Support the channel: https://buymeacoffee.com/serenetrails... 📚 My travel resources & gear: (I also have the Amazon Affiliate link below; you can support me by buying using the link below. I will get a commission if you buy from my link. ☺️🙏) Osmo Pocket 3(creator combo): https://amzn.to/421xLXx iPhone 14 Pro (for some videos): https://amzn.to/4lPJLT0 Ulanzi M-44 Tripod: https://amzn.to/4lHHbyl What you’ll see in this vlog: Waiting for trains & the Pingxi Line ride A quiet trail to Shifen Waterfall and the Rainbow Pool viewpoint Cat-filled Houtong strolls and cozy cafés A long walk toward Jiufen, then a surprising taxi rescue Jiufen’s viewpoint, sunset timelapse, and a late-night oyster omelette Practical travel tips from this trip: Take local trains for an authentic, budget-friendly experience. Build buffer time — “missed” connections often become the best parts. Walk between nearby stops to find hidden spots. Respect wildlife and lantern rules — thoughtful travel matters. Whether you’re searching for “Taiwan travel 2025”, “Taipei food vlog”, “how to go to Taiwan from the Philippines”, or “visa-free Taiwan for Filipinos”, you’ll find practical tips here — routes, budgets, must-try eats, and what to do in Taipei, Keelung, Jiufen, Shifen, etc. Taiwan’s visa-free entry for Filipino passport holders is currently valid through July 31, 2026 — but rules can change, so always double-check official sources before you fly. Jump to: 0:00 Intro 0:53 Taiwan Day 3 Journey Starts | From Taipei Main Station to Shifen 2:34 Shifen Old Street | Jing An Bridge | Pingxi Line 4:05 Shifen Waterfall Park, New Taipei City 5:13 Shifen Waterfalls | Taiwan’s Niagara Falls 6:37 Houtong Cat Village | Cat Village Taiwan | Ruifang District 11:19 Jiufen Old Street | Jiufenjishan Street 14:47 Taiwan Night Market | Taipei Main Station | Zhongzheng District 15:41 Outro Serene Trails and Suitcase — where every journey begins with a suitcase and a dream. Dedicated to a tranquil lifestyle, gentle food discoveries, and peaceful travels. As an aspiring world traveller, I explore serene trails across 🇵🇭🇩🇪🇫🇷🇱🇺🇲🇾🇧🇪🇹🇼 and beyond. My voice-over travel vlogs are designed to inspire slow travel and capture the beauty of serenity. 🌿 What you'll find: 🧳 Serene travel guides & tranquil destinations ✨ Slow travel and thoughtful experiences 💸Practical travel tips & budget travel 🛵 Peaceful trips off-the-beaten-path & faceless travel vlogs 📍 Tranquil life moments, and quiet lifestyle & food discoveries If you’re seeking serene trails and a gentle approach to exploring the world, subscribe and join me in discovering thoughtful travel experiences and the quiet wonders of our planet. Let's turn our dream destinations into reality. TOGETHER. 🌏 Let's connect! ⬇️ Facebook: facebook.com/SereneTrailsandSuitcase X: x.com/SereneTrails_aS Instagram: instagram.com/serenetrailsandsuitcase TikTok: tiktok.com/@serenetrailsandsuitcase Threads: threads.net/@serenetrailsandsuitcase #taiwantravel #shifenwaterfall #jiufen #jiufenoldstreet #TaiwanDay3 #taiwanvlog #slowtravel #PingxiLine #HoutongCatVillage #SereneTravel #mindfultravel #travelmishaps #unplannedadventure #peacefuljourney #authentictravel #budgettravel #spiritedaway #travelguide #gentleadventure #travelstories #SereneTrails #serenetravel