Tag: shopping

Shopping for Tailor Made Clothes

When you think of getting custom made shirts or suits, Hong Kong often springs to mind. However, there has also been a long tradition of tailoring here in Taiwan, with many shops in Taipei around…

Latest news: May 9th 2014

As another week comes to an end, we are firmly in the grip of the annual plum rains. Apparently the plums are a ripening at this time of year and hence the name, but essentially…

EasyCards old and new

How Easy Is the EasyCard?

It’s 8:20 AM on Monday and you’re late for work. You rush out of the house, wondering if you’ll make it to the office on time. Arriving at the MRT station, you discover that you’ve…

Shopping for cameras in Taipei

Shopping for Cameras

A shopping experience often depends on the store and the staff who serve you. This is especially true when buying a camera as the amount of money involved can be substantial (see below for a…