Our next story takes you to the east coast of Taiwan, where many people go in summer for a memorable experience of observing whales and dolphins. Now here on CTS news, let's take a look at these stars of the marine world.

For a view of dolphins leaping over glistening waves, you don't have to travel very far. A trip to the east coast of Taiwan may give you more than you hoped for.

Setting out from the port of Hualien, it takes only twenty minutes' trip for the tourists to see dolphins jumping right next to the ship. Shouts of joy can be heard all around the deck. But more surprises are on the way.

Here comes the true star of the tour--the sperm whale. Tourists say that the moment it raises its flukes above the water is almost breath-taking.

The variety of marine species that could be observed around Taiwan is actually greater than many think. And eco-tours around the island may actually offer more exciting experiences than vacations abroad, and at much lower costs.