Taipei travel tips
Everything you need before visiting Taipei: visa-on-arrival rules, TWD vs USD budget, Taoyuan Airport MRT (~35 min), EasyCard setup, typhoon season and tourist-trap warnings
Best time to visit Taipei — month by month guide
Honest month-by-month breakdown of Taipei's weather, crowds and costs — including typhoon season, cherry blossoms and sky-lantern festivals.
EasyCard guide — how to use Taiwan's transport card
Everything about the Taiwan EasyCard — where to buy it, how to top up, what it covers (MRT, buses, convenience stores), and whether you need it.
Taiwan High Speed Rail from Taipei — routes, fares, and tips
Using Taiwan's High Speed Rail from Taipei — how to reach Sun Moon Lake, Taroko, Taichung, Tainan, and Kaohsiung. Real fares, booking, and station
Jiufen vs Shifen — which should you visit (or can you do both)?
Jiufen vs Shifen compared honestly — atmosphere, crowds, what to do, travel time and whether combining both makes sense for a day trip from Taipei.
Taipei cherry blossom guide — when, where and how to see them
When and where to see cherry blossoms in Taipei, including Yangmingshan timing, crowd management and transport options for peak bloom weekends.
Taipei in winter — what to expect in December, January and February
What Taipei's winter is actually like — mild but damp, with cherry blossoms in February, Lunar New Year closures and excellent indoor options year-round.
Taipei itinerary guide — 3, 5, and 7 day plans
Practical day-by-day itineraries for 3, 5, and 7 days in Taipei. Honest priorities, realistic timing, and day-trip routing to Jiufen, Beitou, and
Taipei MRT guide — lines, fares, and how to use it
Complete guide to Taipei's metro system — 6 lines, color codes, fares, EasyCard, Airport MRT, and the stops every tourist actually needs.
Taipei packing tips — what to bring and what to leave home
Practical Taipei packing guide — climate by season, what to wear at temples, rain prep, power adapters, and what to buy in Taipei instead of packing.
How to get from Taipei to Jiufen — train, bus, tour, taxi
Getting from Taipei to Jiufen by train, bus, tour, or taxi. Real fares, departure points, journey times, and the most common mistakes to avoid.
Taipei travel budget — what things actually cost in 2026
Real daily budget for Taipei 2026 — accommodation, food, transport, entry fees, and day trips. Budget, mid-range, and comfort tiers with actual NT$ prices.
Taipei typhoon season — what travelers actually need to know
Honest guide to Taipei's typhoon season (June–September): real disruption risk, how to monitor storms, what stays open, and whether to cancel your trip.
Taipei vs other Asian cities — honest comparison for first-timers
How Taipei compares to Tokyo, Seoul, Bangkok and Hong Kong on cost, food, transport, safety and crowd levels — an honest guide for first-time Asia
Taiwan visa and entry requirements — what you need to know
Who gets visa-free entry to Taiwan, how long you can stay, the Taiwan Arrival Card (TWAC), passport requirements, and what to expect at Taoyuan Airport.
Taoyuan Airport to Taipei — every option compared
How to get from Taoyuan Airport (TPE) to Taipei city. Airport MRT, shared bus, taxi, and private transfer compared with real fares and times.
Tour vs DIY day trips from Taipei — which makes sense for you
Guided tour vs DIY for Taipei day trips — honest comparison for Jiufen, Shifen, Yehliu, Yangmingshan and farther destinations like Taroko and Sun Moon