Taiwan’s supermarket scene and collection of convenience stores is massive – from huge supermarkets like PX Mart and Carrefour to smaller convenience stores like 7-Eleven, FamilyMart and HiLife, you will never go short on snacks, drinks and Taiwan souvenirs. The biggest Taiwan supermarket chain is PX Mart with around 1,250 PX Mart stores across Taiwan […]
Category Archives: TAIWAN ESSENTIAL
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Mar
Mar
No trip to Taiwan is complete without some form of Taiwan souvenir to take home, from tasty treats like pineapple cake to more lasting treasures like a Taiwan tea set or ‘gaji’ bag. Be it cool ceramics from Yingge to top Taiwan tech and cheap consumables from Syntrend Creative Park Mall, there are super Taiwan […]
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Dec
Dec
A couple of common questions in our Taiwan Travel Tips (TTT) Facebook group is whether Klook is legit and where is the best place to buy Taiwan tours and attraction tickets. We’ve been using Klook for many years without a hitch, alongside other reputable travel websites like Get Your Guide, Viator and KK Day. Using travel service providers […]
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Sep
Sep
Off to Taiwan soon? Great news – but planning and packing properly is the key to a successful Taiwan trip. From Taiwan’s changeable weather (pack layers – you’re welcome) to Taiwan travel essentials like the correct plug adaptors, putting together a Taiwan packing list is a must-do before you fly. We’ve been lucky enough to […]
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Aug
Aug
One of the most commonly asked questions in our Taiwan Travel Tips Facebook group is about Taiwan driver recommendations or the best private driver service in Taiwan. Whilst public transport in Taiwan is very good, sometimes you may want to create a more personalised itinerary using a private driver which might also include some out […]
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Jun
Jun
Taiwan’s Online Arrival Card (twac.immigration.gov.tw) will need to be completed by most international visitors to Taiwan – it is easy to fill in online before you arrive or at the airport itself before Immigration. We last visited Taiwan in early 2025 and completed the form on our phones at Taoyuan International Airport. It was very […]
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Apr
Apr
Off to Taiwan soon? Make sure you get the right Taiwan SIM card or eSIM for your travels – they are surprisingly affordable but prices can vary greatly (particularly eSIMs). From cheap combos to airport SIM cards, we’ll showcase a range of Taiwan SIMs which you can easily buy at the airport or in advance […]
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Mar
Mar
Travelling to Taiwan has never been easier thanks to all the free smartphone apps available – from translation to transportation, weather to wonderful restaurants, Taiwan phone apps make life so much easier. Whether using a SIM card, eSIM or the wide ranging Wi-Fi network in Taiwan, most of the information you need is available at […]
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Mar
Mar
For those travelling to Taiwan and planning to enter the Lucky Land draw, you might want to opt for the Lucky Land accommodation vouchers as your potential prize. The Taiwan Lucky Land prize draw is one of the most discussed topics in our Taiwan Travel Tips (TTT) group. Based on many posts, it would appear […]
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Jan
Jan
No trip to Taipei is complete without spending some time shopping for the perfect Taiwan souvenir to take home. You are spoiled for choice as to where to buy gorgeous gifts and perfect presents in Taipei. Here is our guide to the best places to head to in Taipei for all your souvenir shopping needs! […]
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