@Huntersville
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Registration: 09 November 2008
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Homesick in Taiwan by KatrinaI
Hi, I'm Katrina. I have recently moved here from Canada, Alberta and am unbearably homesick. I came here to teach english - that of which I have my doubts in an ability to do so. And I'm not clicking with anyone at all! Can anyone help me? Katrina
Hi. I've been here quite a while. Most people speak a smattering of English especially the white collar types. We live in Hsinchu on the East coast. You can buy practically any Western type food here but if you vacation here that will give you a ... Read More
Outdoor Activity by vijian
Hi, It has been 3 days since arriving Hsin-Chu on an official work. The weather is pretty nasty - cold and windy. I am wondering where does people in HsinChu head out during their weekend? Any places where the outdoor temp is at > 20 deg C?
Not really, I wish. And tomorrow it gets colder! Read More
Hello I am tuyatsetseg by tuyatsetseg
Hello I am Tuyatsetseg. I study in Taiwan. My subject is related to international human resource management. After graduation I would like to work as trainer of expatriates.
Guys, cut out the squabbling..please! Read More
Where to buy apt. items? by smigs
Hi everyone, I am moving to Taipei in a few days. I have a job setup waiting for me when I arrive. But when I move into my place I don't know where to go for kitchen supplies, furniture, or items needed when one moves into a new place. What are ...
I'm in Hsinchu, on the west coast..Don't worry, if you can buy it in New York you can buy it in Taipei & probably cheaper. Read More
Marrying in taiwan (please help) by richarddeerflame
Advice needed for marying in taiwan, a southafrican man to a taiwanese lady. Any one who knows how long the process takes as my fiance and i want to come to taiwan to marry there and then come back to southafrica. But i only have 30 days leave and i ...
Hmmm, wouldn't it be easier to get married there? Read More
Marrying in taiwan (please help) by richarddeerflame
Advice needed for marying in taiwan, a southafrican man to a taiwanese lady. Any one who knows how long the process takes as my fiance and i want to come to taiwan to marry there and then come back to southafrica. But i only have 30 days leave and i ...
Richard..Forgot, I had a visitor visa too..You'll probably need a birth certificate..Ask her to check these things out. Read More
Marrying in taiwan (please help) by richarddeerflame
Advice needed for marying in taiwan, a southafrican man to a taiwanese lady. Any one who knows how long the process takes as my fiance and i want to come to taiwan to marry there and then come back to southafrica. But i only have 30 days leave and i ...
Hi Richard..I was married in Taiwan ( still am ) to a Taiwanese citizen..Apparently 30 days is ample time. Wife says you have to be in the country 3 days then apply for a marriage licence at city hall.She says it is no big deal. In my case I ... Read More
I Want To Retire To Taiwan From USA by arnie
I am a retired gentleman from the USA. I love Taiwan and the Taiwan people very much. I visit Taiwan often and learn more and more about this unique country. I have researched the ARC requirements. It looks like it is almost impossible to ...
No, no fear there..If they saw my bank account they would welcome me with open arms. My monthly income is double the average worker here. Read More
I Want To Retire To Taiwan From USA by arnie
I am a retired gentleman from the USA. I love Taiwan and the Taiwan people very much. I visit Taiwan often and learn more and more about this unique country. I have researched the ARC requirements. It looks like it is almost impossible to ...
I got a multiple entry visa in NYC..Good for 60 days but with extensions good for almost 6 months then I have to leave the ountry so I zip over to Hong Kong etc & return to start all over again. I inquired & was informed that I need a good conduct ... Read More
Any retired expats in Taiwan? by Retired in Hualien
Greetings, I am a young retiree who has recently relocated to Hualien city in Taiwan. I am Chinese Canadian who has traded in his snow shoes for golf shoes. I have thoroughly enjoyed my thirty seven years in the great white north, but it is time to ...
I too have retired & live in Hsinchu, Taiwan..I got a multiple entry visa in NYC..Good for 60 days then I go & get an extension for another 60 days..They give you 3 extensions then you have to leave. So I zip over to Hong Kong or Macau for & few ... Read More
Housing near Science Park in Tainan by veenasterling
My husband and I are moving to Tainan, sometime late in August. Wondering what sort of apartments are available with swimming pool, what sorts of rents are we expected to pay, near the Science Park? We are thinking of getting a 3-4 bedroom ...
Our place is brand new, four 15 story buildings surrounding a small park. In each building there is a courtyard with pool, execise room, library, & internet room. Across the street is a 7-11 convenience store & starbucks. A supermarket just up the ... Read More
Housing near Science Park in Tainan by veenasterling
My husband and I are moving to Tainan, sometime late in August. Wondering what sort of apartments are available with swimming pool, what sorts of rents are we expected to pay, near the Science Park? We are thinking of getting a 3-4 bedroom ...
Hi. I live in a new high rise complex a short distance from Science Park. A lot of the residents work at the park. Yes we have a pool, 24 hour guards at the entrance. A four bedroom apartment goes for about $US1000-1200 furnished. If your company is ... Read More
Moving to Hsinchu by Ruchika
Hi -- I came across this site whilst searching for information on Hsinchu. My husband, 2 year old son and I currently live in Texas, USA and are contemplating a move to Hsinchu. My husband has recently been offered a job in Hsinchu (for 1 year) and ...
Hi and welcome to Hsinchu! Are you staying at the Royal Hotel? If so we live just a five minute walk from there. I talked to my wife ( She's Chinese ) & she said if you are interested she'll take you under her wing and show you how to do this & go ... Read More
Living in taiwan-quite a challenge by Angel_ize
I recently moved from south africa and am an esl teacher.Must admit its quite a challenge to adapt.I havent seen any other foreigner in the past 2 weeks.I would really like to make some friends.
It depends on where you're living. Read More
Garbage, littering
I recently purchased an apartment in a newly constructed high end, high rise building. There are four buildings surrounding a small park ( also brand new ) Already lighting has been vandalized. A bench has been ripped out of its' foundation. The ... Read More