Few resources can build a better picture of life in Taiwan than the expat blogs maintained by foreigners already established on the island. Whether these writers are retelling significant challenges they've survived, relaying roll-on-the-floor funny encounters, delivering crucial advice and essential tips for new arrivals or reaching out to those around them, their insight affords others a unique and personal glimpse into their new community.
Recommended expat blogs in Taiwan
Taiwan Starts HereRobert, having lived in Shanghai and travelled extensively in mainland China, experienced a revelation upon his first visit to Taiwan: to him, Taiwan had become the 'real China'. His love for Taiwan led him to move to Taipei in 2019, strengthening his connection to the island. Robert shares the deep knowledge he has acquired from exploring and living in Taiwan, inspiring others to discover the unique charm that keeps drawing him in. ► Nationality: American |
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Foreigners in TaiwanThe team behind Foreigners in Taiwan are US expats with extensive experience living and working in Taiwan. They learned about how Taiwan works the hard way, and now their blog helps other foreigners learn how to survive and thrive as expats in Taiwan. ► Nationality: American |
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Spiritual TravelsNick's a 'retired backpacker' and full-time writer. He's always been drawn to the religious centres and spiritual sights of the world. He lived in Taiwan for 11 years before moving to Canada with his family. His blog shares valuable information about living in Taiwan and travelling the globe. ► Nationality: Canadian |
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Taiwan ObsessedNick also has a website with a closer focus on visiting Taiwan. It covers the logistics of planning a trip to the island and features itineraries, places to visit, things to see, do and eat, and where to stay. ► Nationality: Canadian |
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2 Stinky TofusCombined, the 2 Stinky Tofus have ten years of expat experience in Taiwan. This a quirky blog about Taiwanese culture filled with anecdotes, likeable and unlikeable things, and explanations of cultural oddities for confused expats. ►Nationality: Canadian and South African |
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The Taiwan AdventureThere's nothing like having someone to explain what's what when you move somewhere new. Thank goodness for thorough, bit-of-everything blogs like The Taiwan Adventure: non-stop posts about househunting, the weather, markets, weekend breaks, healthcare, getting around, restaurants... You name it. An excellent overview of life in Taiwan. ►Nationality: American |
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