Claw machine arcades are one of Taiwan’s great novelties, inspiring the curiosity, delight and bewilderment of travelers and new-comers alike. If you’re wondering what a claw machine arcade is, well, it’s exactly what it sounds like:...
Sometimes it’s easy to forget that there is a lot of learning involved in moving to a new country. Often the things you have to learn are literally the most basic every-day things that you have...
Giving birth (especially for the first time) is daunting, no matter where you are. When you find yourself about to go through such a life altering event in a foreign country where you don’t speak the...
In Taiwan, it’s well worth keeping track of your receipts. The Taiwan Receipt Lottery, formally known as the “Uniform Invoice Lottery” (In Chinese 統一發票 Tǒngyī Fāpiào), gives all residents the chance to win up to 10...
Venturing to a new country is always full of exciting novelties! Here are 10 surprising things about living in Taiwan that no one told you.
Soak in the culture and religion in Keelung by paying a visit to its Three Big Temples - centers of local life, celebration and festivity!
If you're considering a move to Taiwan, and you want a list that's loaded with personal experience, insights, and careful consideration, this is it!
When I think of iconic Keelung places, the one that immediately springs to mind is the Zhengbin Fishing Harbor. In fact, if you search “Keelung” in instagram, this is one of the spots you’ll see most...
I thought it might be helpful to write a post about getting a spousal visa in Taiwan, as last year I was pulling my hair out over it and would have benefitted from a comprehensive blog...
The most common Keelung day trip is likely, in my estimation, some combination of Zhongzheng Park, Miaokou Night Market and Maritime Plaza, adjacent to the cruise ship dock. Maritime Plaza is a great place to see...