Taiwan squeezes more than 13,700 convenience stores—7-Eleven, FamilyMart, Hi-Life, OK Mart—onto an island the size of Luzon, giving every resident a shop within a three-minute walk. These “C-stores” act as 24-hour hubs where you can reload your EasyCard, pay utility bills, print documents, buy train tickets, pick up Shopee parcels, and grab a discounted bento … Read more
Shift work, rent, and family remittances can empty a wallet fast. My first Taiwan Metro Pass showed me a better way. One card let me cross Taipei before work, visit the south on weekends, and still send money home. In this short read, I share every pass, price, and trick I use so you can … Read more
Need a breather after a packed factory shift? On my days off I scout the best weekend activities in Taiwan for OFWs — night-market food crawls, hot-spring soaks, quick hikes, and even volunteer gigs. These mini adventures let me recharge without blowing my remittance goals. Below are my tried-and-tested picks plus cost and transport tips … Read more
Landing in Taiwan felt like stepping into a bright new world, but I soon missed the buzz of Filipino fiestas back home. That is why I keep a close eye on Filipino community events in Taiwan. From cooking smells that remind me of Sundays in Manila to simple chats in Tagalog after work, each gathering … Read more
Just like the Philippines, Taiwan is an archipelago. It consists of not just one, but 168 islands — including the main island and numerous smaller ones. Today we’ll look at the country’s most-visited “offshore” and outlying islands; some are just a short ferry ride from the main island, while a few are located further away… … Read more
If you have already explored Taipei City and you are thinking about your next destination, why not go to the southern part of the country? Here, you will find the third-most populous city in Taiwan, with 2.73 million residents as of 2023: Kaohsiung City. Kaohsiung City plays a major role in the national economy. It … Read more
Each culture is unique, with its own languages, customs, religious beliefs, and practices. As Filipinos, we grew up in a culture that is distinctive to our country and nationality. The same goes for the Taiwanese, and every other group of people, for that matter. As foreigners, we should always be ready to learn and adapt … Read more
We Filipinos are known for buying “pasalubong” (gifts) every time we travel. Whether it’s a local snack, a fashion accessory, or a trinket that can be displayed at home — these items serve as souvenirs from the different places that we’ve visited. In Taiwan, there are plenty of things that you can bring home as … Read more
Finding low-cost, English-friendly dental care in Taiwan for OFWs is easier once you know two things: what the National Health Insurance (NHI) actually covers and which clinics understand our accent and limited days off. NHI subsidises basic work—check-ups, cleanings, fillings—so you often pay only NT$150-200 per visit, but prices jump for cosmetic jobs like implants. … Read more
When I first started working in Taiwan, one of my biggest worries was what would happen if I got sick. Being away from home, I didn’t want to risk losing my job just because I needed to rest. That’s why learning about sick leave benefits for Filipino workers in Taiwan became so important for me. … Read more
