LORRAINE
@LORRAINE A.CRIMANDO
American 暗网禁区 in Taiwan
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American
Lives in Taipei
Speaks ENGLISH
Registration: 14 January 2012
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Speaking Mandarin in Taiwan by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Mandarin is essential for a successful integration in Taiwan. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Mandarin? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language ...
After living in Taipei for 6 years, I find that most Taiwanese are terrified of speaking English to a native speaker. And after working with elementary school students for 6 years, I also find that the way they're taught English by people that ... Read More
Speaking Mandarin in Taiwan by Priscilla
Hi everyone, It is widely agreed that speaking Mandarin is essential for a successful integration in Taiwan. Do you agree? Share your experience! Do you speak Mandarin? If so, where did you learn this language? Where can one attend a language ...
Dear Priscilla No. I do not speak Mandarin, but I suggest for other ex-patriots to know Mandarin before they come to Taiwan because the Taiwanese have a limited ability with English. In my case, my roommate is bi-lingual so she acts as my ... Read More
Are you happy in Taiwan? by Priscilla
Hello everyone! According to the 2016 UN World Happiness Survey, Denmark, Switzerland and Iceland are the happiest countries on earth. How about you? Are you happy in Taiwan? Do you feel happier today in your host country than before in your ...
I've been living in Taiwan since October 28, 2010. Soon I'll be celebrating my sixth anniversary of living in this fine country. During these past 6 years, I have found Taiwan to be a friendly and safe place to live, the people friendly, ... Read More
Your experience of culture shock in Taiwan by Christine
Hi, Living in a foreign country implies to discover its culture, to learn and master the cultural codes. How did you deal with that? Share with us your culture shock stories where you experienced a funny or awkward moment in Taiwan. What is ...
Actually, I experienced culture shock in Taiwan in a very unique way. The first time I came to Taiwan was in August 1979, exactly 36 years ago, and at the time the culture and attractions of Taiwan had a lot more Oriental flavor. While I was in ... Read More
Driving in Taiwan by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Taiwan? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Well, in NYC taxis drive wherever they want, trucks double park and while we may not have scooters driving on sidewalks, we have plenty of delivery guys driving bicycles on sidewalks and so I think that surviving driving in NYC more or less prepares ... Read More
Driving in Taiwan by Maximilien
Hi, What do you think of the way people drive in Taiwan? How different is it from your home country? Respecting the road safety rules, driving etiquette such as general courtesy, speed excess聟 what are the characteristics of the driving style ...
Compared to my home city of NYC, driving in Taiwan would be a breeze. The only issue is being able to read street signs. Read More
Safety in Taiwan by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Taiwan? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
Safety in Taiwan, as elsewhere in the world, is dependent upon personal awareness and caution. During my 4.8 years here, I've encountered zero episodes during which I felt unsafe. And speaking as a New Yorker and Manhattan resident all my life ... Read More
Safety in Taiwan by Christine
Hi, We would like to talk about a sensitive but important topic: do you feel safe in Taiwan? How would you define the level of safety in the country? Can you walk safely during the day and at night without any fear? Do you think there ...
I don't think I've ever felt safer anywhere than I do in Taiwan, and I say this as a former resident of New York City. I've lived on this beautiful island for 4.8 years and feel incredibly safe and comfortable. While traffic is ... Read More
Hospitality professional looking for some help in taiwan\taipei by spanishfoodandbeverage
Hi everybody, I am a spanish FB manager and I love the idea of moving to live to Taiwan\Taipei. I have been visiting Vietnam and Singapore lately, but i am not convinced due that i have 2 beautiful little girls , so could you give some advise or ...
Getting a resident visa in Taiwan is no easy task. First, you must obtain a Work Permit -meaning,have a job opportunity here. In your case, FB would be your employer, but I can't say whether that would make you eligible for a Work Permit under ... Read More
Living in Taipei with Shrimp Allergies by AmericanInTaiwan
Hi all! This is my first post on these forums and it's a pleasure to introduce myself. I'll be moving to Taipei within the next few weeks, and I've been an active part of similar forum communities in the past. If all goes well I am looking forward ...
I read your post about allergies to shrimp and seafood. I'm an American who's been living in Taipei for 30 months and though I don't have an allergy to seafood or shrimp, I do know that many restaurants where I live serve dishes without shrimp and ... Read More