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Travel on a Budget: Taiwan

The island of Taiwan, located in the South China Sea, is an excellent travel destination with majestic mountains, fantastic hiking trails and exuberant festivals. Taiwan has a bit of everything and its efficient transportation system, low cost of travel and security are just a few reasons why it’s becoming a popular destination. Travel to this welcoming destination and experience the stunning Buddhist temples, world-class shopping and awe-inspiring national parks.

Our travel on a budget will help you to plan your trip and provide you some useful tips to get the best out of your time in Taiwan.

1) Getting There

- By plane

Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, located near the city of Taoyuan, about 50km southwest of the capital Taipei, is the major international airport. For those flying from North America or Europe, most trips will require a change of plane somewhere else in Asia (mostly Hong Kong). According to our price prediction calendar, the cheapest flights from mainland China to Taiwan can be found during the second half of April (2017).

2) Where to Stay

There are many great places to stay on the island, from spartan dormitories and weathered white-tile hotels to quaint, family-run homestays and plush five-star resorts.

When deciding where to stay in Taipei, we recommend you Zhongshan district with a wonderful selection of restaurants as well and beautiful parks. Here, you’ll be also within easy reach of the MRT metro line, which will take you to sights like the Shilin Night Market and Tamshui Fisherman's Wharf, as well as the National Palace Museum, Maokong Gondola and the Taipei 101 building.

Now, Ctrip is giving away promo codes to save you up to CNY 100 on your Taiwan accommodation.

Here are some options we think you might like in Taipei:

1) Taipei Cheeky House

Ctrip deal: USD 11/CNY78

Taipei Cheeky House offers a strategic location with easy access to public transportation (mrt) and tourist attractions (museums, Taipei 101, Xinyi Shopping District...) are just nearby.

2) Charming City Hotel

Price: USD 75/CNY515 (Exclusive Member Deal)

The Charming City Hotel is located in World Trade Center Exhibition Center Area, making it a fantastic Taipei accommodation choice. For travelers needing to exchange money, a currency exchange service is available.

3) The Tango Hotel Taipei Nanshi

Ctrip deal: USD 111/CNY764

The Tango Taipei Nanshi (Taibei Tian’ge Jiudian-Nanxi Guan) is conveniently located within a three-minute walk from Taipei Railway Station, Shin Kong Mitsukoshi and various restaurants.

3) Where to Eat

Taiwanese cuisine is often associated with influences from mid to southern provinces of China, although influences from all of mainland China can easily be found. A notable Japanese influence also exists due to the period when Taiwan was under Japanese rule.

Local food is very cheap in Taiwan. Eat local and you can spend less than USD 9.50 a day per person for all three meals and dessert.

Braised pork rice (滷肉飯)

This dish is almost synonymous with Taiwanese food. A good bowl of Braised pork rice comprises finely chopped, not quite minced, pork belly, slow-cooked in aromatic soy sauce with five spices.

Beef noodle soup (牛肉麵)

This savory, slightly spicy, winter comfort food is often hailed as the national dish of Taiwan. It is made of stewed or red braised beef, beef broth, vegetables and Chinese noodles.

Pineapple cake (鳳梨酥)

Pineapple cake is an iconic Taiwanese pastry made of mini-pies filled with candied pineapple. This is also one of Taiwan's best food souvenirs.

Dumplings (小笼包)

Xiaolongbao may be a Shanghainese delicacy, but some argue the Taiwanese perfected it. These delicious thin skinned dumplings are filled with pork and steamed

Our favorite restaurants in Taiwan

Ay-Chung Flour Rice Noodles

The small Ay-Chung Flour Rice Noodles shop, established in 1975, is easily visible along Emei Street thanks to the permanent throng of people standing outside its doors. The restaurant is legendary for its single menu item, soft rice noodles served in a thick, flavorful gravy.

The Kitchen Table

The Kitchen Table offers a wide selection of fantastic dishes, with a full breakfast buffet in the morning, a light lunch buffet with tasty desserts in the afternoon, and an excellent dinner buffet in the evening. During dinner, guests can indulge in a variety of international dishes, from Yorkshire pudding and Italian pizza to Chinese dim sum and roasted duck.

Mayur Indian Kitchen

Mayur Indian Kitchen is the best Indian restaurant in Taipei, serving authentic and delicious Indian dishes. They also serve Vegan/Non-Veg/Jain food.

4) Transportation

If you take the public bus in Taiwan, tell the driver where you are going and he will tell you how much it is. Write your destination down because most drivers don’t speak English.

Taxis are pretty cheap in Taiwan but like bus drivers, make sure you write down where you are going (or learn to say it in Mandarin).

The MRT is super easy to use as well as their train system.

Extra tip： If you are lost, don’t know which bus to take, or need a ride, call 0800-024-111. It is a toll free 24-hour tourist hotline in Chinese, Japanese and English and they can help you with whatever you need help with.

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