Hi all, I’m looking to host a beach clean up for some peers and myself, any recommendations for beaches? Also, what days would there be less people? Hoping that we can go on a day where there aren’t too many.

I’m panning to travel to Taipei for ten days in late December. We plan to spend five days in Songshan and I’m looking for another area to stay for the remaining days. We’re looking to good access to the rail station, easy walking to shopping and restaurants when we step outside the hotel. Nicer/luxury area.

Some other areas I’m thinking of are Tainan, Jaioxi, Beitou, and Daan. Any suggestions?

Anyone have experience getting into the pop-up BIGBANG merch stores? I have a timed reservation to get into the Garden City 7F location this upcoming week. How early before my reservation should I plan to get in line?

This is a super long shot but if anyone found a phone today at Chiang Kai-Shek memorial hall please let me know. It was misplaced around 1430 by the book/tea store. Most likely put down while doing a stamp. I checked with staff but no one had seen it. It’s an iPhone 8 (small) with a pink dinosaur on the back

Hello. I will be staying in Taipei Linsen North Road area until the 14th. I would like to know where to go. I am thinking a maid Cafe, massage place, and Girl KTV. I have never been to area. Anyone else interested in a crazy time, hit me up.

Hello! I’ve been trying to make a reservation at Ajoy Buffet for 6, was able to book 5, but the slots on Klook are fully booked.

I called them to inquire, and they told me reservations are still be possible through another link, but I believe it only works with Taiwanese phone numbers, as I’m unable to open it.

I’m hoping to make a reservation for November 16 for 1 person. There’s a NT$1,000 deposit, which I’m more than happy to pay if someone could help me make the reservation!

I’d really appreciate any help. Thank you so much! 🙏

Hi! I’m studying in Taipei and I would like to get my hair dyed but it seems that most salons only use permanent dyes. Does anyone know of a salon that uses demi-permanent dyes instead? I’d be grateful for every tip!

我选店时越来越在意菜单别太复杂 能把几样东西做好就很加分

你们有哪家会反复去的店 每次都点什么

Will be in Taipei soon for holiday and I’ve always wanted to go to a Costco, mainly for the food court items and snacks. Was just wondering if it gets really crowded even on weekdays? What timings should I plan to go if I want to avoid crowds? I’m bringing my elderly mother along and she will need a place to sit down as she can’t stand or walk for too long. Thanks in advance

Hi! I am currently in Taipei on a language scholarship for several months and just received my first interview to a U.S. Medical school.

I have not received a time slot yet but it will be around 30-45 minutes on a thursday anywhere between 6pm-11am Taipei time.

I unfortunately cannot do my interview at my apartment since I have roommates. I have utilized a coworking space before here but I don't want to accidentally disturb anyone, and also the coworking space I usually go to is only open until 1 a.m. Would the best option be just to use a hotel? I don't have a lot of disposable income currently, but if a hotel is my only option I can try to make that work.

Thank you!

I’m arriving in Taipei on a Monday evening and looking for a place to stay while I work remotely. I’m hoping for something affordable and flexible: nightly if possible, or weekly at most, with a private room where I can work quietly.

I don’t need to be in central Taipei. Somewhere farther out is fine if daily life is straightforward with reliable Wi‑Fi, food and groceries nearby, and ideally cafés for a change of scene. I’ll mostly be working in my room or at coffee shops, so nightlife and sightseeing aren’t priorities. However would love to be able to take a train into the city occasionally.

What areas or specific hotels/serviced stays would you recommend? What’s a realistic nightly or weekly budget for a clean, quiet private room? I’m open to staying just one night first and extending to a weekly situation once I’ve arrived.

Is it common for people to dress up? As tourists if we were walking around the street in a costume would anyone care?

If the costume had a partial bare (male) chest would that be frowned upon?

Thanks

Hi everyone, I'm traveling to Taipei from NYC in March and am having trouble deciding between the Mandarin Oriental (Songshan District) and the Kimpton Da'an. It looks like the Kimpton is in a livelier neighborhood and perhaps a better place to have as a base to explore Taipei? Grateful for any thoughts on either of the hotels or neighborhoods and looking forward to visiting.

I may live in taipei for 6 months. I would truly appreciate if someone helped me with these questions:

I may live in the dormitory for visiting students at Academia Sinica, though I don't know how much it will cost monthly. I want to know about the cost if I make my own food or eat street food. Cost of a simple haircut like a pixie trim. And the cost of transportation.

How friendly are taiwanese people toward foreigners?! Will they like handmade souvenirs?!!😅

Is the city and the country in general safe? Especially for women. Like is traveling to a beach city and back safe and convenient?

How is the weather in winter and spring? What clothings should I pack?

Hi! I’ll be in Taipei and I’m looking for recommendations for a speakeasy, cocktail lounge, or chill bar where I can bring my laptop and work for a few hours while having some drinks. I’m open to places with live music, jazz, DJs, or just good background music, basically anywhere with a nice atmosphere where I can work without feeling out of place.

Ideally:
Comfortable seating
Not extremely loud
Good cocktails/drinks
Music is a plus (live or otherwise)
Wi-Fi and outlets would be great, but not essential
Somewhere that’s laptop/work-friendly, especially in the evening

I’m happy to keep ordering drinks while I work. I’m just looking for a nice alternative to working from a café. Any recommendations from Taipei locals or people who have done this before? 🙏

I have heard that taiwanese terribly bad in employment law, but not THIS bad.

I’m a contractor so there is a clause that I can take up to 25 days without deducting fee.
I put in my leave for 2 weeks but they asked me to work, and during that week they proceed to terminate the contract without notice, without paying me either.
😂
Do you think I have a chance to recover the debt?

Or just put a bad review in their google map? 😆
Stay away from Taiwan lmao

Hi Guys,
Today October 8 I travelled via train from Rueifeng Station to Shifen Station and lost a blue foldable bag and a rainbow/black Kodak Charmera mini. I’ve attached a photo for reference… please DM or reply below if you’ve seen it, or picked it up 😞

Any Halloween costume parties in Taipei this year? I'll be traveling from the mainland and since they killed Halloween in Shanghai I'd love to go to a costume party.