Taipei to Algiers Emirates Flights

  About Taipei

Taipei City is the capital of Taiwan and a city that has been developing fast. Taipei has a very welcoming feel, and the city embraces its tourists with open arms. The city will instantly make you fall in love with it. The locals here are quite helpful and very friendly. The city has a lot of historical monuments, museums, gardens and age-old temples that are worth visiting. It might not be exactly adventurous, but it is definitely worth visiting. You get to learn a lot about the lifestyle and culture that the locals here lead. The city has also quite adapted to the party scenes and makes sure you get a party if you are looking for one. Shilin Night Market and Ximending are some of the popular places in the city to shop. Taipei also boasts of housing the world's eighth tallest building which is about 508 metres tall called Taipei 101. Needless to say, the view from up there is simply breathtaking and one that you are definitely not going to forget. The city also has lush greenery and hot springs so tourists can get rid of all their stress and just relax.

Best Time to Visit Taipei City

Taipei experiences the spring season from March to May which is also the peak tourist season. You can go for a hike to the Elephant Mountain and be amazed at how beautiful the trails look, thanks to spring. The temperature ranges from 20 to 25 degree Celsius, and it even rains a little bit during spring. If you vacation clashes with The Tomb Sweeping Day, which is a public holiday celebrated in April, you will find most streets deserted at this time. Since this is peak travel season, make sure you book your hotel in Taipei several weeks in advance because availability might become an issue at the last moment. Not to mention, the hotel prices also see a surge during this season, so you will end up paying more money on accommodation that you otherwise might. You will also have to book your flight tickets to Taipei in advance.

September to November is autumn season in Taipei, and there are fewer tourists in the city. If you don't like crowds, this is the right time for you to head to Taipei. The temperature ranges from 23 to 30 degree Celsius and is quite comfortable. Hotel and flight prices also drop considerably during this time. You might get a good deal on a flight ticket to Taipei in autumn. You can take a stroll by the lakes or head to the beach, and you can enjoy exploring the city without being hassled by tourists. The locals also prefer and love this season better than the rest. While the days are warm and sunny, the nights are comparatively cool. The Moon Festival and Double Ten Day are some of the popular events that are celebrated during this time.

The city experiences summer from June to August, and the temperature reaches a maximum of 30 degree Celsius. This is a low tourist season since there is also a threat of typhoons hitting the city in summer. Though you might be able to get cheap flight tickets to Taipei and cheaper accommodations, this is not the best time to plan your vacation to Taipei. However, if you are in the city during early summer, you might be able to catch the Dragon Boat Festival. December to February is the winter season and the temperature drops to a minimum of 10 degree Celsius. It is not too cold, and a lot of tourists actually love planning a winter trip to Taipei.

Places to Visit in Taipei City

Taipei 101 is an important landmark in Taipei and one you must definitely not miss. It is the eighth tallest building in the world and is an architectural marvel. National Palace Museum is yet another major tourist spot that houses artworks and artefacts from more than 10,000 years ago. Ximending is a popular neighbourhood in Taipei and quite the party destination, too. You can also head to Shilin Night Market for some delicious street food and a satisfying shopping spree. Though you will also find a lot of fancy restaurants at the market, travellers recommend that you give the local street food stalls a shot. The Longshan Temple is one of the oldest temples in Taiwan and is mainly popular because of its markets. Xinbeitou Hot Springs is the best getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city. You can also head to the National Taiwan Museum, which is one of the oldest museums in all of Taiwan. If you are an animal lover, you have got to visit the Taipei Zoo. It is a very popular tourist attraction for families with kids.

If you are a history buff, you are going to love a visit to the National History Museum. It was built in 1955 and showcased a lot of important collections that depict Taiwan's history. Dadaocheng Wharf has become a tourist attraction today along the Tamsui River. It used to be a major trade location before it transformed.

Things to do in Taipei City

Visiting Taipei 101 and going all the way up to the observatory must be on your itinerary. You will have to pay a nominal tariff to get up there, but it's all worth it. You can sign up for a guided sightseeing tour of the city or explore the city on your own, whichever suits you. Head over to Shilin Night Market to let your hair down, and party or you can just spend the night dining and shopping. Both are great ways to end the vacation. Sign up for a food tour of the city, if you find one. Right from the local street food to the fancy restaurants, you can pick your favourite once you've tried everything you felt like trying. In fact, you can also enrol yourself in a cooking class and learn to cook at least one Taiwanese cuisine. You can head back home after your holiday and show off your skills to your friends and family. It would be best if you headed to the Xinbeitou Hot Springs and this place will get rid of all the stress that you are going through. You can indulge in massage therapy or just enjoy the warm water and other healing therapies. You can also participate in any one of the festivals here that will help you socialise and learn more about the Taiwanese culture. The people here are very warm and welcoming so that you can feel safe here.

Foods and Restaurants in Taipei

Taipei is one city where you will find all sorts of cuisine. It is a modern city and caters to all kinds of taste buds. Though there are quite a few dishes here that are inspired by Chinese cuisine, the locals have managed to make Taiwanese food stand out. Gua bao is a popular pork belly dish that is quite popular in Taiwan; so is the oyster omelette. Taipei also has a lot of Indian restaurants like Mayur Indian Kitchen, Saffron Fine Indian Restaurant, Balle Balle Indian Restaurant and Ali Baba's Indian Kitchen. However, it is not very easy to find vegetarian food in the city. Mik-4ever Indian Restaurant is a popular restaurant that has quite a few options for vegetarian and vegan dishes. Hotpot and beef noodle soup are some of the other popularly ordered foods at restaurants here. The local street food at the night markets here are delightful, and you must try it. Ay-Chung Flour Rice Noodles is a very popular restaurant that you must try. The mee sua with braised pork intestine is a highly recommended dish at the restaurant. Fuhang Soy Milk is yet another popular restaurant in the city that serves traditional Taiwanese breakfast. You can also head to the Tao-Yuan Street Beef Noodle Shop for more variety in Taiwanese cuisine.

How to reach Taipei City

Taoyuan International Airport is the largest and busiest airport in Taiwan. The flight connectivity to Taipei City from India is excellent. Cathay Pacific Airways, Dragonair and Singapore Airlines have frequent flights to Taipei City with layovers at Hong Kong and Singapore. If you book several weeks in advance, you will come across exciting flight deals to Taipei City online. During the offseason, you might even get cheap flight tickets to Taipei City. The Taoyuan airport is connected really well to other cities by road and rail. You can either book a cab from the airport or board a bus. You can also commute by train near the airport. The airport has premium lounges, WiFi, ATMs, currency exchange, restaurants, cafes, shopping areas, massage services, information desks and so on. If you have to wait for a long time to board your flight, be assured that you will not get bored here. You can also book a hotel in Taipei City near the hotel for the last couple of days of your vacation, so you reach on time.

  About Algiers

Algiers is the capital of Algeria, and you will find a lot of French colonial-style buildings in the city. Exploring the neighbourhood by food is one of the best ways to explore the city. It is a hilly place, and if you have booked a hotel in Algiers that has a view of the entire city from the top, you will certainly be a tad overwhelmed. It is far more convenient to take public transport than hiring a car and paying more money for that. The fuel is cheap, the food is exquisite, and you get the best desserts in town. Algiers will not disappoint you at all. However, you won't find any retail chains in the city be it a Zara or McDonald's. The French highly inspires the food in Algiers, but they also add their own charm to it. Though you won't find high-end Michelin star restaurants in the city, you will find a lot of small eateries and joints that will ensure you don't leave disappointed. Le Jardin d'Essais du Hamma is a botanical garden, which is also an important tourist attraction here, especially if you are visiting during summer.

Best Time to Visit Algiers

November to April is high season for Algiers since the weather is less ferocious and a lot of tourists plan on visiting the Sahara desert, too. Make sure you book your hotel in Algiers well in advance to avoid the surge prices. January records the coldest temperature up to 8 degree Celsius, but you can still head to the city during this season. It won't put a damper on your plans to go sightseeing or indulge in any outdoor activities. Make sure you also book your flight tickets to Algeria in advance to avoid the surge pricing.

March to July is the spring and perfect to explore the Roman sites in the city. The weather remains pleasant and lets you carry on with your sightseeing plans without any hindrance. However, you might even get a good deal on flights to Algeria since it is not peak season and airlines will introduce a lot of offers. August is quite hot, and the number of tourists in the city also sees a dip considerably. Best to avoid the Sahara. The temperature reaches up to 31 degree Celsius.

Places to Visit in Algiers

The old city in Algiers is called Casbah, and it is a popular tourist spot in the city. Casbah is that part of the city that dates back to the 17th century. It was founded on the ruins of old Iconium. The exceptional architecture of the Ketchaoua mosque, mosque el Djedid and mosque Ek Kebir are the main reasons why Casbah made it as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Notre Dame d'Afrique is another popular tourist spot that you must head to if you are visiting Algiers. The stunning Catholic basilica was constructed in the late 1800s and is the perfect symbol of the Neeo-Byzantine style that took over French Algeria at the time. It took fourteen years for the construction of the church to finally get over. It opened its door to the public in 1872. You will lose yourself in the beautiful intricately designed glass windows of the basilica. Visit the Maqam Echahid to pay your respects to everyone who was killed in the Algerian war. Didouche Mourad Street is one of the main shopping areas in Algiers and quite a happening place, too. The Grande Post office, Faculty of Algiers and the park of Galland are some of the popular attractions here. The Great Mosque of Algiers dates back to 1097 and is the oldest mosques in the city.

You can also head to the coastal town of Sisi Fredj. It is one of the most visited resorts and is about 30 km from Algiers. It is popular for its splendid architectural work and sandy beaches. If you want to spend your day having lots of fun and getting a spa together? Head Over to Aquafortland which is a water park that has an outdoor Jacuzzi, three swimming pools and a man-made sandy beach. The Aquafortland Spa will take all of your troubles away and instantly put in you in a calm, relaxing zone. You can spend your evening at Sheraton Club des Pins Resort, one of the fanciest places to visit in the city. Visit the local art museums, if you are an art lover. The city's art galleries feature artworks from some very talented Algerian artists. If you are a history buff, You can head to a couple of museums in the city like The Bardo Museum and the National Museum of Antiquities. The displays and the stunning rock carvings, everything leaves you stumped. You will also come across a lot of malls in the city to fulfil all of your shopping desires. You can buy souvenirs, desserts or clothes for your loved ones at a reasonable price. It will surely not burn a hole in your pocket.

Things to do in Algiers

Take a walking tour at the Casbah. Not only is it one of Algiers' oldest towns but also one of the most beautiful towns to visit. You can also head to the Martyr's Memorial to pay your respects and learn more about the history of the city. If you have nothing planned for the day, just put on your favourite music and take a walk at The Botanical Garden. You can also go visit the Notre Dame d'Afrique here and compare it to the original one in France. You can also visit the National Museum of Fine Arts of Algiers if you are an art lover. You can also experience the vibrant nightlife here without having the dreaded feeling of going back to work the next day. The city is also quite popular for its culinary scene, and you are not exactly very motherly, and I know. Try the local food joints and eateries here instead of being hell-bent over heading to an expensive restaurant. Algiers is one city that will not disappoint you at all. The people in the city are quite friendly and very helpful, too. You will also end up making some great friends in Azerbaijan. You can also enrol yourself at one of the cooking classes in the city, and you will certainly come back more talented. Your love for food will certainly but do make sure that you don't leave your families lying around.

Foods and Restaurants in Algiers

Kalb-el-luz is easily the best way to end your Algerian dinner. The delicious baked dessert is made of semolina and ground almonds with lovely flavours of cinnamon, cardamom and vanilla. Liam lahlou is a beautiful lamb stew that is slightly sweet to the tongue but tasty overall. Interestingly, this meat dish has all kinds of fruits and nuts that compliment each other perfectly. It is certainly a dish worth trying. If you don't wish to experiment with much of their cuisine, then you can simply opt for Algeria's basic Tajine stone. It only has chickpeas, carrots, onions, olives, mushrooms and pieces of chicken. The exquisite dish is cooked well and is often garnished with lemon juice and saffron. Meat is predominantly part of all Algerian food, so do not be surprised to see more meat in your soup. Speaking of, you should give chorba a try. It is a tomato-based soup that has been tossed with cooked meat, chickpeas, frik and Algerian spices. These dishes will surely take you through quite the culinary trip.

For an intimate outing, head straight to Le Caid in Algeria. The place is beautifully set with classic local settings. Some more restaurant options that you should definitely visit when in Algiers are Restaurant Le Saint which is rich in seafood, Lalla Mina with its host of musicians, Cafe Yontonville with their top-notch breakfast and La Maison de Couscous to taste some of the best Algerian cuisines which do consist of some of the dishes mentioned above.

How to reach Algiers

Houari Boumediene Airport is the main airport that serves Algiers and is about 17 km away from the city. The airport has been named after the former President of Algeria, Houari Boumediene. The airport has been functioning since 1924. The flight connectivity to Algiers from India is excellent. Turkish Airlines, Lufthansa, Emirates Airline have frequent flights to Algiers with layovers at Istanbul, Frankfurt and Dubai. You might come across exciting flight deals to Algiers if you book well in advance. If you visit during the offseason, you might even get cheap flight tickets to Algiers. You will find it very convenient to get a taxi service from the airport to your hotel, in case you haven't pre-booked your ride. The airport has free WiFi, restaurants, cafes, medical help, smoking areas, children's play areas, lounges and a lot more. You will definitely not get bored if you are waiting at the airport to board your flight. 

  About Emirates Airlines

Emirates, based in Garhoud, Dubai, is a state-owned carrier airline of United Arab Emirates. It is a subsidiary of the Emirates Group, wholly owned by the Investment Corporation of Dubai. Emirates is undoubtedly the largest airline in the Middle East which has operations of more than 3,600 flights in a week from Terminal 3 of Dubai International Airport, the hub of the airlines. It connects to over 150 international cities spread across 80 countries and has flights to six continents. With a fleet carrying about 300 aircraft along with cargo activities that fall under Emirates SkyCargo, it easily becomes one of the biggest and important airlines in the world.

The airline came into existence in 1985 after Gulf Air decreased the flight services to Dubai. Emirates was originally backed by Dubai's royal family as well as two flight services from Pakistan International Airlines on wet-lease. The start-up capital of the airlines was $10 million and operated independently from the government. Further on this, Pakistan International Airlines also enabled training services to help Emirates' cabin crew. The following years saw some tremendous expansion and put Emirates on the map of the top airlines in the world. This has been possible thanks to the leadership of their current chairman, Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum. The airlines have managed to expand their fleet size as well as the number of destinations.

Dubai International Airport even constructed a new terminal building dedicated to Emirates in 2008. All operations concerning the airport have since been moved to Terminal 3 of the airport. Emirates currently operates a mixed fleet which includes Boeing wide-body aircraft along with Airbus among them. It has been recorded that Emirates is the largest operator of Airbus A380, as of 2019, with about 115 aircraft service. The airlines plan to add eight more to its fleet. Ever since the introduction of Airbus A380, it has become an indispensable part of the Emirates fleet. It is perfect for long-haul international routes. Along with Airbus A380, Emirates is also known to be the largest operator of Boeing 777 in the world with 144 aircraft functioning from under the airlines.

Fleet size of Emirates

The fleet size of Emirates currently stands at 259 aircraft. The airline is the only one in the world to operate the largest fleet of massive aircraft, Boeing 777 and Airbus A380. The two aircraft are known for their gigantic sizes. Along with the two major aircraft, Emirates also accommodates A319, which flies as an executive jet. Since 1995, the airlines have not accommodated single-aisle aircraft as part of its mainline fleet.

Back in February 2019, Emirates signed a memorandum of understanding with Airbus to add 40 A330-900s and 30 A350-900s to their fleet. Simultaneously, they also plan to reduce the total number of Airbus A380 aircraft to 123. Post this, Airbus plans to cease production for A380. However, the same year, the airlines announced to order 50 instead of 30 A350-900s for a sum of USD16 billion. In the same year, Emirates also ordered 30 787-9s which values at USD8.8 billion. Deliveries of the same will commence in 2023 as the fleet further plans to reduce the order of 777Xs from a total of 150 to 126.

The livery on all Emirates flights features the flag of United Arab Emirates painted on the vertical stabilizer along with a white fuselage and the word Emirates etched in golden. The same design was introduced in 1999 and was first featured on the Boeing 777-300 as well as on all the Airbus A330 aircraft. The complete repainting of the fleet to the said design happened in 2005. An Arabic version of Emirates is also painted on the livery but has been etched in a smaller size.

Inflight services

First-class cabin services - In the first-class cabin, it has been segregated into two types of seating, one that is fully enclosed suite with a floor door extended to the ceiling and the second, also with doors but not the kind that extends up to the ceiling. The suite ensures complete privacy with in-flight services such as a coat rack, mini-bar and ample storage space. An ICE entertainment system has also been installed with a 23-inch wide LCD screen. The seat can be converted into a fully flat bed too. Interestingly, Emirates' in-flight services for first-class and business-class cabins also include lounge areas with a bar, shower-equipped lavatories and a spa. A 13-inch tablet to communicate with the cabin crew or call for room service is also available to upscale the first-class scenes for travellers.

Business-class cabin services - Emirates' in-flight services for business class cabins include a 2-meter long recliner that stretches up to 79 inches lie-flat bed. Some of the amenities present in the cabin include partitions for privacy, a winged headrest that has a six-way movement, individual reading lights, in-seat power supply, RCA socket to connect laptops and ICE entertainment system, to name a few. Business-class cabins of Airbus A380-800 aircraft accommodates flat-beds and personal mini-bars. However, due to the awkward layout of the cabin, some of the beds stretch only up to 70 inches instead of 79. Business-class travellers are also given access to the on-board bar which is located at the rear of the aircraft.

Premium economy class services - While no other aircraft of Emirates' fleet accommodates a Premium Economy Class, the same is available in their first Boeing 777X. The seats have been curated to fit the design of what can be found in Airbus A380s and Boeing 777-300ERs. These will be introduced in the aircraft that is slated to release in 2020-21. Details of the same are yet to be revealed by the airlines.

Economy class services - Emirates' economy class is not blessed with all the world-class features that their other cabins do, but it still has enough to keep the passengers comfortable. The seats offered on Airbus and Boeing 777 aircraft is approximately 34 inches. It has ten seats lined up in a row with adjustable headrests and an ICE entertainment system that offers 3000 channels. Not to mention how the seat also comes with a laptop power outlet in some of the newer aircraft. An additional recline is also available in A380 aircraft.

In-flight entertainment and dining services - Emirates prides itself on being the first airlines in the world to propose a personal entertainment system on commercial aircraft. The same was introduced in 1992, right after Virgin Atlantic brought forth similar ideation along with an entertainment system. Emirates' in-flight services include personal entertainment system which is of two types, ICE and ICE Digital Widescreen. Larger high definition screens have been installed in all classes of Airbus A380 and Boeing 777 fleet. ICE is information, communication and entertainment and an in-flight service offered by Emirates. ICE also provides communication services which include sending and receiving emails for USD1 per message.

There are provisions to access mobile broadband services in flight as well. The same was introduced in 2008 and had been functioning well since. The airlines also offer scrumptious meals during the flight. Catering for the same is done by Emirates Flight Catering service, which operates one of the largest facility for airline catering in the world. Emirates strictly follows a halal dietary guideline and all meals are prepared accordingly. Much recently, Emirates also signed a million-dollar venture with Oakland-based Crop One Holding. The deal is to build and maintain the largest hydroponic growing facility that would provide yields to Emirates' fleet.

Baggage allowance

As long as you are able to meet the weight criteria, you can carry as many baggage on Emirates flights as possible. Depending on the class ticket that the traveller has purchased, the flight does have weight allowance segregated. As per the economy class' rules, the baggage on Emirates should not weigh beyond 32 kg. The weight concept applies to all international routes chosen by Emirates. As for first-class and business-class, the weight is 50 kg and 40 kg respectively. Emirates does not have baggage allowance with respect to numbers but requests passengers to adhere to the weight.

Popular routes and top cities for Emirates

Emirates has impeccable connectivity with respect to flights within the Middle East. Some of the domestic routes chosen by Emirates include countries such as Bahrain, Iran, Jordan, Iraq, Kuwait, Lebanon, Oman, Saudi Arabia and the United Arab Emirates.

Melbourne, Dhaka, Cambodia, Beijing, Hong Kong, Delhi, Mumbai, Kuala Lumpur, Tokyo-Haneda, Singapore, Seoul, Male, Karachi, Christchurch, Auckland, Seychelles, Colombo, Hanoi and Bangkok in Asia, are some of the top cities that the airlines have flight operations in.

In terms of global reach, Emirates flies to international routes such as Addis Ababa, Cairo, Lagos, Cape Town, London, Istanbul, Zurich, Moscow, Lisbon, Madrid, Amsterdam, Athens, Rome, Dublin, Frankfurt, Paris, Copenhagen, New York City, Chicago, Toronto, Vancouver, Mexico City to name a few.

Why travel by Emirates?

On a global scale, Emirates is the fourth-largest airline in the world in terms of passenger-kilometres flown and the second with respect to freight tonne-kilometres flown. The airlines have over the years built a name for itself to be the best with respect to comfort and connectivity. You can book Emirates flights online on all travel websites as well as the official site. Plus, you can find Emirates' flight schedules and check flight status on the website as well.