🌏 Welcome to the Taipei Couch Crash 2026! 🇹🇼 This is a special one. For the very first time, Taipei is hosting a Couch Crash - and you’re part of the group that gets to take part and help shape it. Over the next few days, we’re not just exploring the city, we’re setting the tone for what Couch Crash in Taipei will become. From night markets and mountain views to shared meals and late-night conversations. This weekend is about connection, curiosity, and community. Whether you’re arriving as a traveler or a local, come open-minded and ready to meet people from around the world. Some of the best Couchsurfing experiences aren’t planned... they happen in the in-between moments, the spontaneous chats, and the friendships that form along the way. ✨ A few quick notes: • Be on time (or message if you’re running late). • Bring comfortable shoes & good energy. • Respect each other, our hosts, and local culture. • Jump in, be social, and make the most of it • Schedule may change. You’re not just attending — you’re part of the first chapter. Let’s make it unforgettable. 🎉 . . . . . 🔗: https://tinyurl.com/TaipeiCouchCrash2026 . . . . . Thursday . 19:00 - CS Taipei Thursday Social (🎉 Taipei 2026 Couch Crash Kickoff)
 🕒19:30 - 22:00

 📍Revolver - No.1-1, Section 1, Roosevelt Road

 🚆CKS Memorial Hall MRT Station, Exit 4
 🛎️ Al, Malcolm
 🔍 This is a special edition of our regular Thursday social to kick off Taipei’s first Couch Crash 🌏. Play “2 Truths and 1 Lie (Travel Edition)”, share stories, and enjoy a #TeachYourCulture TedTalk 🗣️✨.. . . . Friday . 18:00 - Dinner: Local Taiwanese Meal
 🕒 19:00 - 20:00
 📍 Shuanglian Area 📸
 🚆 Shuanglian MRT, Exit 1
🛎️ Host - Al, Malcolm
 🔍 Enjoy a shared Taiwanese-style meal — a chance to slow down and connect over food. . 🍹 Late Evening: Drinks in Ximen
 🕒 From 21:00
 📍 The Garden, Ximen
 🚆 Ximen MRT, Exit 1
 🛎️ Host - Al, Malcolm
 🔍 Relaxed drinks and socialising to end the day. . . . Saturday . 09:00 - Maokong Gondola & Tea
 🕒 09:30 Ximen Meet Up or 10:00 at Maokong
 📍 Maokong
 🚆 Taipei Zoo MRT
 🛎️ Host - Al, Malcolm
 🔍 A scenic gondola ride 🚡 leading to tea house with panoramic views 🌄, perfect for a relaxed lunch experience.
 . 14:00 - 🐼 Taipei Zoo
 🕒 14:00 - 17:00
 📍 Maokong
 🚆 Taipei Zoo MRT
 🛎️ Host - Al, Malcolm
 🔍 Visit one of Asia’s best zoos, home to native species including the Formosan black bear. . 19:00 - Raohe Night Market
 🕒 19:00 - 22:00
 📍 Raohe Street Night Market
 🚆 Ximen MRT Station, Exit 6
 🛎️ Host - Al, Malcolm
 🔍 A more local, slightly less touristy night market experience . . . Sunday . 10:00 - Temple + Historic Walk
 🕒 10:00 - 12:00
 📍 Longshan Temple OR Dadaocheng Wharf for 📸
 🚆 Longshan Temple MRT Station, Exit 1 / Beimen MRT Station, Exit 1
 🛎️ Host - Al, Malcolm
 🔍 Visit Longshan Temple 🛕, Bopiliao Historical Block 🏘️, presidential palace, Peace APrk and Libery Squarel 🏛️, while learning about local culture & traditions 🏮🎎.
 . 🍔 Lunch
 🕒 13:00
 📍 LeBeer Bar
 🚆 Zhongxiao Fuxing MRT Station, Exit 4
 🛎️ Host - Al, Malcolm
 🔍 Casual burgers and drinks in a relaxed setting 🍻 . 17:00 - Sunset Hike / Leisure Stroll + Coffee
 🕒 17:00 - 18:30
 📍 Xiangshan MRT Station, Exit 2 for 📸
 🚆 Xiangshan MRT Station, Exit 2
 🛎️ Host - Al, Malcolm
 🔍 Capture sunset (🌇18:06) views of Taipei 101 🏙️📸! The hike 🥾 takes 30–60 min to reach the main viewpoint. Elevation gain/loss is 180 m (590 ft) over 1 km (0.6 mi) one way ⬆️⬇️, with maintained short/steep stairs 🪜. Wear comfortable shoes & bring water 💧.


 . 18:30 - 🍹 Farewell Drinks
 🕒 6:30 - 8:30pm
 📍 Dadaocheng Wharf
 🚆 Xiangshan MRT Station, Exit 2
 🛎️ Host - Al, Malcolm
 🔍 A calm and memorable closing — sunset drinks by the river 🌅