Like many, people in China take their leisure time very seriously. And just like in Western countries, pastimes like shopping, gaming, hitting the latest cafes and restaurants and getting the latest n…
16/03/2023
Culture
You may already know that, while Mandarin is generally written in Simplified Chinese in Mainland China, it’s written in Traditional Chinese in Taiwan. But did you know that there are a few differences…
21/02/2023
Language Learning
Preparing for your first trip to Taiwan is super exciting, but with all the fantastic things to do there, it’s sometimes difficult to know where to start. Luckily there are plenty of apps to help y…
16/01/2023
Tourism
While it’s tempting to want to visit during well-known Chinese festivals like Chinese New Year, Taiwan’s rich, diverse blend of cultures means the island has many of its own unique festivals. Here …
17/12/2022
One of the best ways to make the most out of a trip abroad is to learn the local lingo ahead of your trip. And if you’re planning on travelling to a Chinese-speaking country, you might be hoping to le…
14/11/2022
Whether you’re a city breaker, adventurous hiker or beach bunny, Taiwan is a fantastic place to visit as it truly has something for everyone. If Taiwan is on your travel list, here are four tips to…
16/10/2022
You may already know that noodles originate from China. But did you know that the oldest bowl of noodles ever found was a 4,000-year-old bowl of la mian? A tasty meal since the Han dynasty, noodles…
19/09/2022
Making mistakes when learning Chinese – or any new language – is inevitable and all part of the learning process. But there are a few common mistakes when learning Mandarin that you can keep in mind a…
16/08/2022
In the first part of our UNESCO series, we covered two amazing, must-see places in China – the Great Wall of China and Nine Villages Valley. With over 50 sites in China officially recognised as World …
16/07/2022
With a huge variety of locally-produced goodies to discover, China is a shopping lover's paradise. There are plenty of modern shopping centres, but if you want to shop like a local, you’ll want to hit…
15/06/2022
