Before I really go into this too much I know that most people reading this will know about most of these tools. But, if they use of have used them, it has been while being in a relatively similar time zone as their friends and family members. Things can get a little tricky when you […]
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 nights here when there are so many other options in Taipei City should give you a pretty big hint on how I feel about it. […]
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 stayed here for seven consecutive nights during the summer, so I had the opportunity to get a solid feel for it. Also, it should be […]
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 an active area of Taipei City, you’ll want to keep reading. During this trip to Taiwan I booked a private room for five nights. That […]
3 Tips for Staying Healthy During Your First Visit to Taiwan
Travelling is one of the most exciting, fun-filled experiences that you can do, but when you’re travelling to a foreign country that you’ve never been to before, like Taiwan, there are certain things that you must remember to do before and whilst you’re travelling to ensure that you stay healthy. You don’t want to ruin […]
5 Awesome Holiday Ideas for Your First Year in Taiwan
If you have just arrived in Taiwan, you may not be aware of all the exciting attractions, excursions, and activities that you can visit. While the island isn’t exactly big, there are a number of thriving cities to explore. What makes Taiwan stand out is that two thirds of the island are covered by beautiful […]
Chinese Curse 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 fun or interesting. Regardless of the reason, it’s something that many of us do. When I started learning Chinese, it was no different. After learning […]
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 might think, especially in a foreign country. You have to have a plan and strategy set on how you will find employment, whether you want […]
4 Things to See When Visiting the Taipei Area
One of the great things about visiting Taiwan is that there are lots of places we’d recommend seeing when you visit Taipei and the surrounding areas. Below are 4 of our favorite places to tell tourists to check out when they are in Taiwan. 1. Grand Hotel The Grand Hotel is an iconic building looking down on Taipei […]
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. But, should you get one before making your move to Taiwan, Japan, South Korea, or other foreign country? What is a TEFL Certificate? TEFL stands […]
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