Day: November 18, 2023

The process of opening a bank account can be complex and time-consuming for foreigners in Taiwan. However, Taiwan is looking to welcome more and more foreign talent into their businesses. With this in mind, and your desire to integrate the Taiwanese banking system, this article will inform you of the procedures required for foreigners in […]

Taipei Guting MRT is conveniently located near many of the best language schools in Taipei. It certainly has a lot to offer, including great nightlife, Shida night market and more – but one of the biggest reasons why it’s so popular with students is it’s proximity to so many top Chinese language schools. Below we […]

If you’re planning on visiting, studying or moving to Taiwan you should definitely know more about the Taiwanese customs and etiquette. In this post we will be going over some of the most important Taiwanese customs and etiquette you should know before you go to Taiwan! The Taiwanese people are some of the friendliest and […]

Not only is Taipei a big and living city, just on the outskirts of the city are plenty of mountains to be found where you can spend time in the incredible nature that Taiwan has to offer. So if you’re just considering in hiking for 1 day or don’t have the time to go to […]

Songshan district, located in the east of Taipei is is one of Taipei’s trendiest areas. Bordered by the Keelung river to the North and East, it is decidedly more green, spacious and hip than other parts of Taipei City. It’s a fantastic place to make a base in Taipei and we are going to show […]

Being only 1,5 hours away from Taipei city with public transportation makes the Yilan county the best getaway from the city for a daytrip or overnight trip. Filled with things to do, in Yilan you will find whatever that suits your needs! From hiking in the nature, relaxing on the beach or getting lost in […]

If you’re planning on travelling, moving to taipei or studying in Taipei. In this post we will be going over all the 12 districts in Taipei to give you an idea of where to go, where to stay and where you will find the things that will suit your needs. The 12 districts of Taipei […]

Are you planning to travel to Taiwan? Are you travelling around asia and you want to include Taiwan but you’re not sure it will fit your budget? Here we will be discussing some ways to budget travel in Taiwan and reduce the cost of travelling around Taiwan so you get the chance to travel this […]

If you’re planning to go to Taiwan and have no clue how to get around, here is a list of some possibilities to give you an idea how you can get around in Taiwan by using public transportation in Taiwan. The public transportation system in Taiwan is well organized and easy to follow, there will […]

sections: Intro Daan or Da’an translates as ‘Great Peace’, which might not make a lot of sense, since Daan District has the most heavily populated and probably the lively area of Taipei – it has many different neighborhoods, many of which are very trendy, as well as many businesses, universities and night markets. Transportation Da’an […]

If you’re looking for some of the best museums in Taipei, you came to the right place! In this article we will be going over some of the best and most famous museums in Taipei. The museums in Taipei this article : The museum of contemporary art Even though this is a small museum, it […]

Beitou District is in the far north of Taipei City, and is famous for it’s many hot springs. It’s been a holiday destination since early 1900s. Many people love Beitou for it’s fresh air, mysterious hills – and it’s most famous asset, ‘white sulfur’ hot springs! Beitou is in fact one of the most hot […]

The Beitou district is the most mountainous, highest and is also the northernmost located district of Taipei city. The Beitou district is known for its beautiful natural and green surroundings. Furthermore is it also known for its natural hotsprings and thermal valley, which is a must visit when you’re in Taipei. In this article we […]

Nowadays safety is a big topic, CCTVs everywhere, criminality rates world wide are as low as never before and there are more solved then unsolved crimes, though not in every country. So what about Taiwan? Is Taiwan safe or not? Taiwan is a small island nation that truly hides a bunch of awesomeness. It has […]

For a daytrip to Jiufen or a overnight trip during the weekends, Jiufen is the perfect getaway from the city and enjoy this little cozy old goldmining town that has been build during the colonisation from the Japanese. With a stunning view to the sea and mountains from the town this is a must visit […]

The Zhongzheng district has to thank his name to the generalissimo and the late president of the republic of China Chiang Kai-Shek. Zhongzeng district is a loved district by foreigners and tourists because there are a lot of thing going on here. Home to many tourist attractions, most of Taiwans governmental buildings, this district has […]

As Taiwan is a country of natural and cultural diversity, many people decide to stay here longer than the 90 days visa-exempt entry and start living here on the Ilha Formosa. But as you’ve probably already expected, to apply and receive an Alien Resident Certificate is not as easy as spreading butter on bread. So […]

In general Taiwan is pretty safe, back in 2015 it was even declared as the 2nd safest country in the world. You can walk around alone day and night and sit together in parks without any worries. Just until a few decades ago everything had been different: Taiwan was infamous for a lot of brutal […]

Taiwan is not only one of the the Asian Tigers, but also has an astonishing flora and fauna. The climate here ranges from subtropical to subarctic, and its vegetation zones range from coastal over montane to alpine. Makes it not hard to guess then, that the biodiversity is enormous. There are over 120 different mammals, […]

It is kind of obvious, most of the time female travelers/expats can’t experience a place the same way as their male counterpart. There are always added dangers, prohibitions, assumptions, expectations and just those extra things women notice because experience and necessity have trained them to do so. It can be said for sure, that in […]

Once known as the “Black Town” due to it’s former large settlement of all kind of industries, producing emissions of thick, black smoke, luckily has changed a lot since back then. Nowadays it’s known for it’s agriculture and is the hub for humanities and technology. Even education recognized that, letting the Chinese University of Science […]

Being one of the oldest districts and even having the oldest roadway in whole Taipei, the iconic Dihua street, the district is one of the cultural hot spots of the city. In this article I’ll work through some of the best places of this amazing district to give you an idea what to expect if […]

Wenshan District is the most southern District of Taipei and is famous for its beautiful nature. Most foreigners like to live there because of its natural beauty and calm small-town vibe not far away from the big city life style In this article I”ll work through some of the best places of this amazing district […]

As the center of the city’s tourist industry and one of the centers of international business it’s easy to say that this district has its general and administrative importance. It’s covered with large hotels and international restaurants and is one of the main centers of art and culture. You can say it’s an area of […]

This district is well known as a major financial and cultural center of Taipei. You can find numerous headquarters from relevant banks and airlines. Plus, there are a lot of museums and Songshan is the uprising district, meaning it’s gaining more and more popularity. In this article I”ll work through some of the best places […]

Assuming you’ve already been through everything to get a drivers license, this article will cover how to buy a car, either through a dealership or privately. I will also work through the things you have to be aware when buying a used older car. The topics will be: Information to know beforehand To be able […]

Cultural and Creative Parks are something really unique for Taiwan, it’s a place, where nature and culture meets together. It’s a place, where you can see, how artists work and even purchase local pieces. It’s a place, where you can admire exhibitions for a small fee or even for free . Sounds good? Then check […]