Author: Maja
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Where to Stay in Taipei: Best Areas Based on Your Interests
I’m going to make finding your perfect accommodation super easy for you. But before I do, you should know that public transportation in Taipei is incredibly easy, efficient, and affordable. The MRT connects the city well, taxis are inexpensive, and most places you’ll want to visit are easy to reach. That means almost any area…
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Taipei FunPASS: Is it Worth It? (2026 Honest Review + Break-Even Calculation)
Should you spend NT$1,300–2,000 on the Taipei FunPASS, or are you better off buying attraction tickets individually? The short answer? It depends. For some travellers, the Taipei FunPASS is an excellent deal that saves both money and the hassle of buying separate tickets. For others, buying tickets individually is simply the cheaper option. In this…
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A Traveller’s Guide to Saving Money in Taiwan
Taiwan isn’t a particularly cheap destination by Southeast Asian standards, but it offers incredible value if you know where to look. The tips below have saved me hundreds of euros over the years, and I still use almost every single one today. Tip 1: Book your hotels through Agoda with up to 76% discount (and…
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Silks Place Taroko Made Me Forget About Taroko National Park
This review is not sponsored. Every opinion is my own. First of all, I’m hard to impress. Especially when it comes to five-star hotels. In my not-so-humble opinion, many five-star hotels do not live up to my five-star expectations. What I expect: Not only doors being opened on arrival and my needs anticipated, but personalized…
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The Best Boutique Hotel in Hanoi: A 5-Star-Experience for a 4-Star Price
Why Bespoke Trendy Hotel is My Favourite Hotel in Hanoi I have high standards when it comes to hotels, and I’m extremely indecisive. My research usually starts on Agoda, then continues on Google Images, where I look for more photos of the rooms, the facilities and, most importantly, the breakfast. I have spent a slightly…