Forget the Rumors! 🇹🇼 Taiwan is NOT What You Think (AT ALL!)

[Madeline Hermann III]

There are many types of mobile payments, and credit cards are almost universally accepted. I personally don't carry cash anymore, just my phone. I think the issue is that you can't use our local payment systems, much like how we can't use Line in mainland China. Both regions have comprehensive payment systems; they're just not mutually compatible.

[Wesley Parisian-Kerluke IV]

Right, it's not that they're undeveloped, just incompatible. But you can use Apple Pay.

[Karen Bruen]

Actually, there used to be a lot of trash cans. But then people started stuffing their household garbage into them, making a mess, so many were removed.

[Beatrice Thiel]

No wonder I couldn't find any trash cans! I often end up carrying used tissues or empty bubble tea cups around for ages.

[Sally Breitenberg]

Excuse me, are public restrooms readily available?

[Morris Schneider]

Some convenience stores (like 7-Eleven, FamilyMart, Hi-Life) have restrooms.

[Jesse Paucek]

Every photo brings back memories of my trip there last November.

[Theresa Sporer]

Come on, post some pictures!

[Kristopher Schultz PhD]

For mobile payments, there's Apple Pay and Line Pay.

[Kevin Harris]

Line? That's the first I've heard of it.

[Jeremiah Bednar]

You're great at photography! Even the rundown streets look so charming in your pictures.

[Hugo Witting]

Haha, Taiwan might look a bit rundown at first glance. But then you discover it has a unique charm. It really grows on you and leaves a lasting impression after you've left.

[Ms. Wanda Kilback]

Comparatively, electronic payments aren't as widespread here. You definitely need to carry cash. Street food stalls and some great local eateries or cafes still prefer cash.

[Elsa Wyman]

That's right! And the ride-hailing apps seem different too. Apart from Uber, our usual ride-hailing apps don't work there.

[Howard Legros]

Trash cans... you can just use the ones in any of the convenience stores all over the place.

[Marcos Goodwin]

Basically, the trash cans in convenience stores are meant for customers who've eaten there. Most people feel a bit awkward just walking in to throw away their outside trash.

[Dallas Durgan]

For a sweet and fair-skinned girl like you, even if you weren't lost, I'd offer to help you cross the street.

[Dr. Lance Glover]

You're so sweet!

[Hugo Witting]

There are many mobile payment options, just not Alipay which you guys might be used to. You could try Apple Pay next time.

[Darren Sawayn]

We all use Alipay.