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CHERRY BLOSSOM in Taipei, Taiwan

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Sakura brings back my childhood memories. That is not because I witnessed it as a child but because I remember watching Cardcaptor Sakura ❤ growing up. If you were born in the 1990’s in the Philippines, I am very sure you would know. Setting aside all my childhood memories, I…

How to Exchange Philippine Peso (Php) Currency to New Taiwan Dollar (NTD) outside Taiwan Airport?

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Not all banks in Taipei exchanges Philippine peso to New Taiwan Dollar. But Bank of Taiwan, Head Office near Ximen station do. I tried this when I almost ran out of dollars on my last day in Taipei on March 2018.  The process was easy.  I filled in a form…

Beginner’s Guide on Taipei Metro

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“My goodness!,” said I, a provincial girl from a third world country, on stepping inside Taipei’s Metro Train. It was all “Wow” and “Wew”. Everything felt like a movie. Then, I got confused a little. Oh! Let me be honest. I was VERY confused on taking the Metro my first…

Where to stay in Taipei City on a budget

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Fun-Inn Taipei Few minutes walk from Ximen Station, not far from the famous Ximending Youth District, and close to shops where traditional Taiwanese foods are. Glad I found a budget-friendly hostel where everything was accessible. Hot and cold shower, fast internet, clean bed, helpful receptionists and spacious lounge for meeting…