Breakdown of Taiwan’s Living Costs (2022)
Taiwan’s living costs aren’t too high, depending on your lifestyle. Throughout this guide, I’ll cover everyday living expenses in Taiwan. I’ve lived in Taiwan for over three years and have …
Taiwan Expat Guides
Time Zone: UTC+8 (13 hours ahead of New York)
Currency: New Taiwan Dollar (NT$ or TWD)
Languages: Mandarin, Taiwanese, Hakka, and Formosan languages
Power Sockets: type A and B
Best Month to Visit: February–April
Capital City: Taipei City
International Dialing Code: +886
Traffic Direction: right side of the road
How To Get a Prepaid SIM Card in Taiwan
To get a prepaid SIM card in Taiwan, you can find them online, at convenience stores, or in Southeast Asian markets. Alternatively, you can subscribe to eSIM card services and …
Here’s Why Taiwan’s Convenience Stores are Popular
Learn more about Taiwan’s convenience store culture and why the island nation has these shops everywhere. Moreover, learn why Taiwanese convenience stores dominate those in other countries.
Taiwan’s Culture: A Breakdown
Learn about Taiwan’s culture and traditions. Explore everything there is to know about this country’s unique culture and fascinating people.
20 Best Festivals in Taiwan
Are you eager to learn more about Taiwanese culture? Learn about upcoming festivals in Taiwan. That way, if you plan on traveling to this beautiful island country, you can visit …
15 Fascinating Taiwan Superstitions
Students will likely have a failing grade in their subjects if they trim their nails during an examination period. This belief, among other many interesting practices during my time in …
Can You Live in Taiwan Without Knowing Mandarin?
Not too many people in Taiwan speak English. Moreover, most English speakers are in the capital city, Taipei. While Taiwan has plans to become a bilingual country by 2030 and …