Category: Resources

Check out our post about Koxinga, Taiwan's "Pirate King" and Ming Dynasty folk hero.

Think of it as your broad brush survival guide to the wonderful world of Taipei weather. It's a Groundhog Day, a "Practically-Destitute Richard's" predictive masterpiece, and we are very excited to be your forecasters.

Mark your calendars with the events and all that you cannot miss in Taiwan in 2024.

Pyrotechnics around the world rejoice! One of our favorite times of year is upon us, New Year’s Eve and the concussive displays of fireworks that chase midnight across the world like a wave rising around a sports stadium.

A cold snap descended on Taiwan this week, resulting in weather advisories for the northern end of the Island. For those of us who call Ilha Formosa home, it was a signal to pull out our long underwear and heavy blankets, and transition fully into our winter routines. For those of you who are new to Taiwan or who have not spent a lot of time in Southeast Asian in the winter months, we decided to write this post for you. Welcome, it can definitely get chilly here.

The rules, written and unwritten, of traffic and pedestrian laws and etiquette are tricky to decipher especially in new country. In India you just walk, in Japan you must wait, certain countries in Central America, you should run. For foreigners new to Taiwan, we’re here for you, and we’re still learning some of these conventions ourselves. Here are some of the things we have found.

If you enjoy fresh fruit and are new to Taiwan, get ready to have your world rocked. Taiwan is famous for its fruit. In fact, the Island has been nicknamed “the kingdom of fruit” on account of the quality and different varieties of fruit that is grown throughout the year. In our opinion (and we are only slightly biased) Taiwan has some of the best fruit on the planet -- especially if your baseline for good fruit up until this point has been a European or American grocery store half a…

Ever wonder where to get the best coffee in the city? We've been wondering too so we recently reviewed 6 different coffee chains in Taipei. Here are our thoughts.

There are a wealth of stories out there about foreigner purchasing faux pas in foreign countries. It is almost a tale as old as time. However, with a little bit of help and knowing where to look, sometimes things can go a little easier. In this edition of our blog we have collected a list of grocery stores in Taipei that supply foreign foods and ingredients. If you are looking for a taste of the familiar but don’t know where to begin check out our list below. 

In this blog post we explore the primary languages are spoken in Taiwan as well as a few of the benefits to studying Mandarin on the Island. 

It can be a great joy to find your place and your stride living and teaching in Taiwan. But in order to make sure you succeed, let's talk brass tacks. In the post below we will seek to answer the big question that most first time teachers or those new to the Island have: How do I save money while teaching in Taiwan?

Traveling in Taiwan is convenient and a great deal of fun, especially if you are using the right resources! Here is a list of the essential apps you will need when visiting or planning to live on the Island. 

Here are some ideas and resources to get you started on your workout journey in Taipei.

Living in Taiwan and need to get in contact with your country of origin? We can point you in the right direction. Check out our list of embassies and consulates in Taiwan.