10 Safest African Countries to Visit
If you are looking to learn about what are the safest African countries to visit, whether for a short holiday or perhaps business or education look no further. We take…
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75 Travel Affirmations to Invite More Adventure Into Your Life
You want to experience more adventure in your life. You want to use your PRO or quit altogether, pack your bags, and hit the road. You want to drive directly…
5 Must See Lakes in Tanzania
Tanzania is a country located in East Africa, within the African Great Lakes region. It is bordered by Kenya and Uganda to the north, Rwanda, Burundi, and the Democratic Republic…
10 Best Beaches in Croatia
Croatia, with its stunning coastline along the Adriatic Sea, is a treasure trove of beautiful beaches waiting to be explored. From the sandy shores of Istria to the pristine beaches…
10 Must See Waterfalls in Croatia
Croatia’s natural gem is a treasure trove of stunning waterfalls that are sure to leave you in awe. These cascading wonders are scattered throughout the country, each with its unique…
Best Travel Baby Monitors for Parents on the Go
Traveling with a baby can be both exciting and challenging. As a single parent or couple, ensuring the safety and comfort of your little one throughout the trip is a…
20 Italian Words Every Tourist to Italy Should Know
Learning basic Italian vocabulary can be a fun and rewarding experience. If you are planning to travel to Italy, have Italian friends or family, or simply want to expand your…
15 Best Beaches in Italy You’re Sure to Love
Italy is home to some of the most beautiful beaches in the world. From crystal clear waters and stunning coastlines, to pristine white sands, there is no shortage of breathtaking…
The 10 Most Picturesque Forests in Italy
Italy is a country known for its history, culture, beauty and natural wonders. Amongst these wonders are its forests, which offer astonishing views of the Italian landscape. From lush green…
Exploring the World as a Travel Massage Therapist
Traveling to the far reaches of the world is an exciting and enriching experience that can broaden your horizons and help you develop a deeper appreciation for diverse cultures. But,…
Moving to the UK for Your Child’s Education? Here’s What You Need to Know
If you’re moving your family from the United States to the United Kingdom, you’ll notice that the two educational systems are significantly different. While both produce highly educated individuals, you…
Do I Need to Learn Thai Before Visiting Thailand?
Thailand is a country that many people want to visit at least once in the lives. With its amazing culture, delicious food, and beautiful landscape, Thailand should be high on…
The Pros & Cons of Solo Travel: Is it Right for You?
“You’re going by yourself?” That’s typically what I hear when I mention during casual conversation that I am planning on taking a trip by myself. Almost anyone other than an…
Chinese Swear Words You Might Hear in Taiwan
Let’s face it. When we start to learn a new language, one of the first things we do is learn the bad words. I don’t know why. Maybe it’s just…
4 Places You Should Visit and the Languages You Should Learn to Truly Enjoy Them
Many people aren’t traveling right now for obvious reasons (Hello Covid-19!). However, the pull of the unknown is inherent to human nature – and what better way to satiate that…
Travel Photography: 5 Tips to Take the Best Photos
Travel photo albums this year are going to be very slim. According to the United Nations World Tourism Organization, international tourism dropped 22% in the first quarter of 2020, and…
Point Boutique Hotel in Phnom Penh, Cambodia: Our Review
Point Boutique Hotel isn’t one that is usually on anyone’s must stay hotels on Phnom Penh. But, if you want a spacious room in a fairly convenient location and are…
An Incredible 24 Hours in Sydney – How to Do it Right
Alright let’s be upfront here, as of April 2020 travel plans are on hold around the world. But when things get back to normal and the world opens up it…
Traveling to Asia? Here are the Top 4 Activities to Consider Trying
For those who enjoy being outside and exploring nature, Asia is the perfect place to take a vacation or go backpacking. There really is something for everyone, and with so…
5 Tips for First-Time Visitors to South America
South America is a gem of the world that is recently becoming a popular travel destination. Many people who have never visited the beautiful continent before are booking flights to…
How to Fly to Asia for Free (from the USA)
No matter if you are planning a vacation of looking to move somewhere in Asia for the foreseeable future, getting there from the USA can be an expensive event. A…
Domestic vs. International Travel: What’s Different?
Are you planning your first trip abroad? As it exciting as it may seem, if you’ve never left the comfort of your home country, you might want to make sure…
Global Entry vs. TSA PreCheck: What’s the Difference?
If you’ve ever been on an international flight, you’re probably familiar with the annoying yet necessary hassle of having to pass through TSA check lines. You might have also noticed…
How to Cope with Pre-Travel Anxiety
Fun, exciting, and enjoyable are all adjectives that can describe travel. And, if you are into beach vacations, you might opt for using words like relaxing. But, it’s surprisingly common…
Sour Sunday at Free Will Brewing Company
If you are a fan of sour beers like I am then you should understand why I was extremely excited when a good friend told me about a special event…
Green Door Bar in Taipei: Our Review
To be perfectly upfront and transparent, this wasn’t my first rodeo as far as the Green Door kitchen & dart bar goes. The fact that I’ve spent quite a few…
Hotel Fun in Taipei: Our Review
Hotel Fun is an interesting place to hang your hat for your stay in Taipei. It’s a bit of a fusion of a traditional hotel and a hostel. I personally…
Ximen Corner Hostel in Taipei: Our Review
Ximen Corner Hostel has a much more traditional hostel feel than the previously reviewed Hotel Fun. If you are looking for a reasonably priced hostel smack dab in the middle of…
How Expensive is it to Live in Taiwan Compared to Other Countries?
The first question you should ask before moving to any country should be, “What will I be doing there?” In fact, we’ve mentioned that jobs don’t come as easily as you…
Get a TEFL Certification Online or Not?
If you’re looking to teach English in a different country, you have probably come across at least one site trying to sell you a TEFL certificate. If not, you will.…
Taiwan’s Sun Moon Lake in the Off-season
Many Taiwan tourists end up spending a lot of time in Taipei. But, there’s a lot more to see and do. One very popular tourist destination outside of the Taipei is…
Doing a Food Tour in Taipei
One of things Taiwan is best known for is it’s unique and interesting food. However, as a foreigner it can be challenging to actually try many Taiwanese dishes. That’s because you…
Trip Report: Club Med Cherating Beach, Malaysia
I figured I would take advantage of the free time during the summer, since my contract ended and I have yet to sign on to anywhere new, and take a…
Even English Teachers Need Resumes
I am about to finish my current teaching contract and while contemplating what I want to do next, I realized that I needed to update my resume. When seeking a…
5 Things I Wish I Knew Before Coming to Taiwan
Before I came to Taiwan I did a ton of research to find out what life would be like here. I thought I had a pretty good idea of what…
Going for a Hike in Taipei
Updated 2020 If you have read any of my posts, you’ve probably picked up on the fact that I really like hiking and being outdoors. One of my favorite things…
Country Showdown Part 2: Taiwan vs. Japan
Our friend TJ recently did a really great job showing us the differences between teaching English in Taiwan and teaching English in Korea. I wanted to follow up his effort…
Teaching English in Taiwan at Hess
One of the most common questions Nick and I receive about people interested in teaching English in Taiwan is about whether or not they should apply to Hess. We both…
Taiwan Vs Korea: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
We get a lot of questions a lot about how teaching English in Taiwan compares to other countries in Asia, like Korea, Japan and China. I thought it would be…
6 Reasons to Skip Taipei and Move to Tainan Instead
Taipei is a great city to live in. However, many people do themselves a disservice when they don’t even consider other cities to move to in Taiwan. For a variety…
Living in Taiwan with Typhoons
Over most of the last decade Taiwan has treated me pretty well. I have met a lot of cool people from all over the world. I have never had problems…
Riding the Maokong Gondola – Fun Things to Do in Taipei
Tim and I have written a lot of posts recently about teaching English in Taiwan, so we wanted to add some more info about the some of the fun things…
Living Expenses for Taiwan: Rent, Utilities, Food, Transportation and Nightlife
There are a lot of places in the world where a native English speaker can choose to move in order to teach English abroad. Taiwan has the reputation for being…
Questions & Answers About Learning Chinese in Taiwan
This is a post by our friend David Joughin. David has lived in Taiwan for many years and works as the Marketing Director for a Florist in Taipei. He has…
Visa Basics for Living and Working in Taiwan
Something that becomes an important part of your life when you move to Taiwan is your residency status. In your home country you never need to worry about work and…
What Exactly is a Buxiban?
A lot of our recent posts have been about teaching English in Taiwan because many people who are considering to move here make a living by teaching. If you are…
Teaching English in Taiwan: The Interview
In an earlier post we wrote about the different types of English teaching jobs available in Taiwan. We also wrote about the best ways to find those jobs. What I…
Where to Live in Taiwan
One of the biggest decisions you can make if you plan to move to Taiwan is where to live in Taiwan. If you are being sent over by a company…
Vroom Vroom: Driving a Scooter While Living in Taiwan
Ok, so you have thoroughly planned and saved and finally moved to Taipei (or another place on the island). Probably the first thing you’ll notice (other than all the neon lights) is that Taiwan…
Intercultural Dating While Living in Taiwan
After moving to and living in Taiwan, if you aren’t already married or dating someone, establishing a social life is inevitable. While there is always the chance that you may…
How Much Money Should You Save Before Coming to Taiwan?
We’ve covered some financial related issues in other posts like how much money you can save and also how there is a relatively lost cost of living in Taiwan. However, one of…
Taroko Gorge National Park in Taiwan
There are plenty of interesting places in Taiwan that you can see without ever leaving the island, and one of them is Taroko Gorge. If you are a nature lover,…
Getting Sick and Seeing the Doctor While Living in Taiwan
This may not be the most exciting topic for many people, but I think it’s one of the most important factors that people should consider when thinking about moving to…
Should You Move to Taipei?
If you decide to move to Taiwan, inevitably you are going to have to ask yourself whether you want to move to Taipei, or one of the other places on…
English Teaching Options & Opportunities in Taiwan
Most people from Western countries moving to Taiwan end up in the English teaching field. Whether it’s as a way to support themselves while exploring a new culture, or as…
Door to Door: Leaving Your Home to Move to Taiwan
You have made up your mind. You are ready to make the move. You are headed to Taiwan for travel, work or study. But, what exactly do you need to…