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Food trip in Miakou (Warnings)
The street food in Miakou night market range from the ordinary to the out-of-this-world and far out to the downright disgusting. Still, everything is worth a try. You can't miss this raucous...Read full tip...
Keeping out of trouble in Kinmen (Warnings)
Keep out of Kinmen's military posts, especially after dark. Assaults from the PRC (People's Republic of China) may have quieted down decades ago, but you can never be too sure. . Read full tip...
Lanyu Island's Odd Burglars (Accommodation)
Tuck your valuables and food out of sight, even inside the lodge. There have been numerous reports about animals (e.g. goats) ransacking tourists' bags.. Read full tip...
Hot Spring Disclaimers (Warnings)
Every hot spring in Taiwan may claim to have 100% naturally-occuring mineral water, however some public baths (especially those high-end ones) are said to cheat on the customers by adding sulfur powder...Read full tip...
A must for women-travelers (Female Traveler)
If you're traveling outside Taipei, pack up on the tampons!. Read full tip...
In using the public toilets (Warnings)
Always keep a pack of tissue or wipes along, most of Taiwan's public toilets have none.. Read full tip...
What to avoid in Wulai's rivers (Warnings)
As much as Wulai's rivers can appease your craving for a little swim, be sure to get out of the water before 4-5 in the afternoon. Late afternoon showers are quite frequent in the area, and the...Read full tip...
Taiwan products-No labels in English (Warnings)
Lukang's market streets are known for selling local delicacies with exotic ingredients. However the majority of the food aren't labeled in English and they have some wired food there. It'd be best...Read full tip...
Taiwan's Tap Water (Warnings)
Taiwan's waters are generally unsafe to drink so you're better off carrying bottled water instead.. Read full tip...
Medical Care in Taiwan (Health)
While Taiwan's doctors are of high standards, the medical care can be very costly. What you can do is to get travel insurance which can cover the medical expenses you might have while you're in...Read full tip...
MRT in Taipei (Transportation)
If you plan to ride the MRT often, you can save time and money by getting the store-value card, EASYPASS. You can also refund the money left in the card when you're done with it.. Read full tip...
No death-related talk! (Itineraries)
Taiwanese locals are quite sensitive with topics related to death, so morbid and inauspicious issues are taboo. Another thing is to never write names in red, as this is a connotation of death. ...Read full tip...
The hot springs and cherry blossoms of Yangmingshan (Sights)
Contrasting to Taipei's city life is Yangmingshan National Park, found northeast of the city. The park is a cluster of mountains with many trails that pass through tropical rainforests, azaleas (spring...Read full tip...
The aborigines of Ita Thao (Sights)
To experience Taiwanese aboriginal culture, it is recommended to visit Ita Thao or Dehua Village, a community belonging to the Thao Aborigines, Taiwan's smallest ethnic group. Most Thaos are already westernized...Read full tip...