Hotel and Lodging
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Travel Tips
Packing Essentials
Expect warm, humid weather with daytime temperatures and nighttime lows. Pack lightweight, breathable clothing for outdoor comfort, but include a jacket for air-conditioned venues. Rain gear is highly recommended due to the Plum Rain Monsoon, which brings frequent showers.
Purchasable Essentials: Things to consider buying
The monsoon will bring about unpredictable weather that changes with little to no warning, so consider purchasing a travel umbrella. Sunscreen and bottle water optional but recommended.
Spending Tips: Digital and Cash
Credit and debit cards, and digital wallets are widely accepted in malls and most restaurants in Taipei, but note that numerous local street food stalls only accept cash, so carrying a small amount of cash is advisable if you wish to sample the local street delicacies.
Tipping is not mandatory
- Value-Added Tax Tax (VAT): Expect a 5% tax on goods and services, unless stated otherwise, verify displayed prices and receipts for clarity
- Service charge: Taiwan does not typically add separate service fees to bills, unless stated otherwise
- Street Food: Tipping is not common but appreciated
- Other Services: Tipping taxi drivers or staff at hotels is not customary
Tourist Refunds
International visitors spending over NTD 2,000 at designated stores can claim VAT refunds at airports (e.g., Taoyuan). Ensure goods remain unused and sealed for eligibility.
Ride-hailing Apps for Tourists
Uber is the most common and convenient ride-hailing app available for tourists. Other local apps, such as 55688 or FindTaxi, are available but may not support foreign language localization.
E-wallets to Consider
- Line Pay (widely used)
- JKOPAY (local option)
- Apple Pay/Google Pay (accepted at major retailers)
Language: Mandarin Proficiency
The primary spoken language is Mandarin Chinese, with Minnan Yu (also known as Hokkien) being a secondary dialect. The written version is Traditional Chinese. English is commonly spoken in tourist areas and venues, but many local street stall vendors may not.
Visa Requirements
Most nationalities (including US, EU, UK) receive 90-day visa-free entry. Check Taiwan’s Bureau of Consular Affairs for updates. No digital arrival card currently required.
Local Insights
Taiwan, the birthplace of the internationally acclaimed Boba Tea, or Bubble Tea, offers a wide array of variants to choose from. Be mindful of the sugar content!
The information above is subjected to change without being reflected on this page. Due dilligence for your own travel requirements is advised.