Understand Taiwan beyond the clichés.
Bubble Tea Island offers clear, honest insights into life, study, work, and culture in Taiwan, grounded in lived experience, not idealized narratives. If you’re considering Taiwan as more than a short trip, this is where you start.
- Taiwan Ranked No. 1 in the World for Healthcare in 2025
According to Numbeo’s Best Healthcare Systems in the World 2025, Taiwan has officially been ranked No. 1 globally, yet again.… Continue reading Taiwan Ranked No. 1 in the World for Healthcare in 2025 - Friendships in Taiwan: Stories from My Life Here
Making friends when you move alone to a foreign country is never easy. I know this for a fact, because… Continue reading Friendships in Taiwan: Stories from My Life Here - I Lived in Taiwan for Over 5 Years. Here’s Who Taiwan Is Not For
I’ve lived in Taiwan for over five years; first as a student, and later as a professional. During that time,… Continue reading I Lived in Taiwan for Over 5 Years. Here’s Who Taiwan Is Not For - Taiwan Is Wealthy on Paper — But Living Here Tells a More Nuanced Story
In 2025, Taiwan made headlines by overtaking Japan and South Korea in GDP per capita, ranking fourth in Asia. On… Continue reading Taiwan Is Wealthy on Paper — But Living Here Tells a More Nuanced Story - Studying Chinese in Taiwan: When It’s Worth It — and When It’s Not
Taiwan has long been a popular destination for Mandarin learners from around the world. The country offers a wide range… Continue reading Studying Chinese in Taiwan: When It’s Worth It — and When It’s Not
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