If youโve been following immigration news lately, the global mood isnโt exactly welcoming. Across Europe, North America, and parts of Asia, governments are tightening visa rules, raising salary thresholds, limiting family reunification, and making permanent residency harder to reach. For many foreigners, moving abroad in 2026 feels more complicated, more expensive, and more uncertain than… Continue reading While the World Closes Its Doors, Taiwan Is Opening Them Wider in 2026
I should probably start with a small confession. Iโm not vegetarian. Iโve never fully committed to it, never drawn a clear line and said โthatโs it, no more meat.โ But over the years, especially while living in Taiwan, Iโve found myself naturally eating less and less of it. Not out of guilt, not because of… Continue reading Being Vegetarian in Taiwan: Easier Than You Think
According to Numbeoโs Best Healthcare Systems in the World 2025, Taiwan has officially been ranked No. 1 globally, yet again. Anyone whoโs lived in Taiwan probably isnโt surprised. With its combination of high quality care, easy accessibility, incredibly affordable prices, and often shockingly short wait times, the system has earned admiration around the world and… Continue reading Taiwan Ranked No. 1 in the World for Healthcare in 2025
Making friends when you move alone to a foreign country is never easy. I know this for a fact, because Iโve had to do it three times already: in the US, in Mexico, and in Taiwan. Taiwan was by far the most challenging one. The language barrier and cultural differences can make interacting with locals… Continue reading Friendships in Taiwan: Stories from My Life Here
Iโve lived in Taiwan for over five years; first as a student, and later as a professional. During that time, Iโve experienced almost everything this island has to offer: its culture, its food, its chaos, and its calm. I love Taiwan, but I want to be honest: Taiwan is not universally perfect, and it is… Continue reading I Lived in Taiwan for Over 5 Years. Hereโs Who Taiwan Is Not For
In 2025, Taiwan made headlines by overtaking Japan and South Korea in GDP per capita, ranking fourth in Asia. On paper, itโs an impressive achievement โ and to be honest, when you walk around Taipei, Taichung, or Kaohsiung, the wealth is visible. New cafรฉs everywhere, packed restaurants, shiny scooters, iPhones in every hand, bubble tea… Continue reading Taiwan Is Wealthy on Paper โ But Living Here Tells a More Nuanced Story
Taiwan has long been a popular destination for Mandarin learners from around the world. The country offers a wide range of Mandarin training centers and university programs, and for many foreigners, it feels significantly easier to adapt to than mainland China. Daily life in Taiwan is more familiar to Westerners: there is no internet censorship,… Continue reading Studying Chinese in Taiwan: When Itโs Worth It โ and When Itโs Not
Last week, Taiwan announced its Chinese Character of the Year for 2025. The character chosen by voters was ็ฝท, meaning โrecallโ or โto dismiss.โ Far from being a poetic or abstract choice, the character is a direct reflection of the political turmoil that defined much of Taiwanโs year. In 2025, the word recall was everywhere.… Continue reading Taiwanโs Character Of The Year 2025: ็ฝท
If youโre learning Chinese, birthdays are a great place to start. In Taiwan, birthday celebrations are usually warm and low-key, and the language used for birthday wishes reflects that. In this article, youโll learn how to say โHappy Birthdayโ in Chinese, common birthday wishes Taiwanese people actually use, and how birthdays are celebrated in Taiwan,… Continue reading How to Say โHappy Birthdayโ in Chinese
When you think of Taiwan, one building immediately comes to mind: Taipei 101. Towering over the city skyline, itโs a symbol of national pride, ambition, and modernity. But few people know that the skyscraper we know today almost looked completely differentโand its journey from concept to iconic landmark is a fascinating story. The Original Vision:… Continue reading How Taipei 101 Almost Looked Completely Different
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