Quick question for the Taiwan regulars — has anything changed in the last few months?
I was there in 2024 and had a great time but I've heard prices have gone up.
Worth going back or should I try somewhere new?
Cheers
Taiwan — overrated?
Started by TexasHeat · 17 Mar 2026 · 479 views
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Just booked my flights! Thanks for the motivation.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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18 Mar 2026 at 07:20
Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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18 Mar 2026 at 09:01
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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19 Mar 2026 at 00:47
Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were higher when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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Interesting take but I think you overpaid. Try negotiating next time.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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20 Mar 2026 at 04:53
100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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20 Mar 2026 at 06:16
How does it compare to the Philippines?
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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100% agree. The value is hard to beat.
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How long did it take to feel comfortable and find the good spots?
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Any restaurant recs for the daytime?
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21 Mar 2026 at 16:26
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Adding my experience from February.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
The scene has stayed the same since pre-COVID. Biggest change: more competition.
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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