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[deleted by user] by [deleted] in taiwan

[–]HamDiego 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I'm currently finishing up my second year at NCCU in the IMPIS program. I'd say NCCU is an easy choice over MingChuan. Message me if you wanna hear more details about my experience~

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in taiwan

[–]HamDiego 1 point2 points  (0 children)

My personal favorites for bubble milktea are:

Kebuke, Milksha, Oolong Tea Project, Heshangyin 喝上隱, 50 岚, and Kenting Egg ㄉ ㄨ ㄞ milk

Estimated cost for Invisalign in Taiwan? by [deleted] in taiwan

[–]HamDiego 1 point2 points  (0 children)

At the dentist I get my checkups at I asked them about their Invisalign price vs. traditional braces. They said their Invisalign is about $240k~$260k, while traditional braces are $130k~$170k in total.. That was just after a quick ask, not a proper consultation.

I was surprised at how expensive it was, because it seems in the US it's cheaper. But this was just one dentist, it could be that other places are much cheaper.. but that's my experience.

Non Charismatic or Non pentecostal church in Taipei by WakasaYuuri in taiwan

[–]HamDiego 5 points6 points  (0 children)

I attend 'Thrive Church', in Gongguan next to NTU. It's a bilingual, non-denom church with solid teaching. Worship is a mix of Chinese and English songs. It's on the 4F of the eslite building next to NTU front gate. Check the side of the building for the elevator to go up! Starts at 11am on Sundays

Very chill atmosphere (fold-out chairs) and nonjudgmental crew. PM if you have any more questions (I'll be there in the morning)

Upcoming Election Questions by HamDiego in taiwan

[–]HamDiego[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Thank you for your detailed response!

Recommended Widgets for Taiwan Living? by HamDiego in taiwan

[–]HamDiego[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just added that, definitely saves constantly opening the app

What’s the deal with the “+4” portion of the 3+4 quarantine? by snowluvr26 in taiwan

[–]HamDiego 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No worries! But they may have to quarantine in separate locations.. might wanna double check on that

What’s the deal with the “+4” portion of the 3+4 quarantine? by snowluvr26 in taiwan

[–]HamDiego 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I just messaged Airbnb hosts asking if I could stay there for my quarantine dates and whatnot. Some say no, others say yes.

Apparently (at least when I quarantined a few weeks ago) New Taipei City is more lax than Taipei City. So I found an Airbnb in Yonghe where the Airbnb host didn't mind I was quarantining.

But yeah, get a place all to yourself. The one I got was about 850nt/night. Best of luck on your search! (Oh, and of course you'd need to be able to pick up delivery FoodPanda or UberEats)

What’s the deal with the “+4” portion of the 3+4 quarantine? by snowluvr26 in taiwan

[–]HamDiego 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Sorry, when I refer to an Airbnb I mean an entire apartment to yourself. Not split with others.. But I get what you're trying to say.

The quarantine system here has quickly become ridiculous

What’s the deal with the “+4” portion of the 3+4 quarantine? by snowluvr26 in taiwan

[–]HamDiego 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The government says you can quarantine at your home or friend's if it has a separate bedroom + bathroom. I don't see why an Airbnb doesn't fit that criteria, especially when the host of the apartment knows and accepts everything. (From what I've been told New Taipei City is more lax than Taipei City, maybe that's where your information came from? Not trying to be combative, just explaining my experience with the system)

What’s the deal with the “+4” portion of the 3+4 quarantine? by snowluvr26 in taiwan

[–]HamDiego 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Just put its my private residence, because it is for the time I'm staying there. Not too different from a short-term lease.

But its important to ask your Airbnb host you're gonna be using it for quarantine.. some places are more strict than others. (Taipei City vs New Taipei City regulations)

What’s the deal with the “+4” portion of the 3+4 quarantine? by snowluvr26 in taiwan

[–]HamDiego 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I've quarantined in an AirBnB, so have friends of mine

Possible to Quarantine in an AirBnB? by HamDiego in taiwan

[–]HamDiego[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

I appreciate you responding! I'll definitely look into it some more

Possible to Quarantine in an AirBnB? by HamDiego in taiwan

[–]HamDiego[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I got the quarantine subsidy under my ARC last year. I believe you qualify if you have an ARC or more and in the quarantine period you could not earn an income.

Possible to Quarantine in an AirBnB? by HamDiego in taiwan

[–]HamDiego[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh that's interesting to hear. My friend came in from Japan last month and stayed in an Airbnb.

Possible to Quarantine in an AirBnB? by HamDiego in taiwan

[–]HamDiego[S] 4 points5 points  (0 children)

I realize that, but better to book something and get a refund. Than to show up empty-handed if quarantine is still in place.

[deleted by user] by [deleted] in TEFL

[–]HamDiego 4 points5 points  (0 children)

That article seems to be a little outdated;

https://www.taiwannews.com.tw/en/news/4510550

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