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Taiwan’s official language is Mandarin, but English is widely understood. Many people speak Taiwanese.
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Taiwan’s official currency is the New Taiwan dollar. You can exchange money and traveler’s checks at some hotels and banks. Keep your receipts so you can change money back before you leave. Major credit cards are usually accepted, and ATMs are easy to find, but only some accept international cards.
Taiwan’s international country code is 886. To call another country from Taiwan, dial 002 followed by the appropriate country code. Most hotels provide Internet access for their guests, and Internet cafes are all over cities and towns.
It’s not customary to tip in Taiwan, but tips will always be accepted. You can give loose change to baggage handlers. A 10 percent service charge is usually added to hotels and restaurants.
Taiwan is very safe, and most travelers don’t have any trouble. There are low rates of petty crime. Natural threats are a bigger problem, with typhoons, tropical storms and earthquakes, although they are usually moderate.
If you’re coming from a country infected with yellow fever or cholera, you’ll need a vaccination certificate to enter the country. It’s a good idea to get immunizations for typhoid and hepatitis A. Protect yourself against mosquitoes which can carry dengue fever. Stick to bottled water and be wary of food poisoning. Medical facilities are very good, but you should make sure you’re covered by health insurance.
Taiwan’s electrical current is 110 volts, 60Hz.
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