Travel Tips and Hotel Information

Travel Note

Travel Tips

1. Make sure to bring cash when going out. Some local stalls and eateries don't take credit card or ApplePay. 2. Taxes are always included in the listed prices. Some restaurants and hotels will charge a 10% service charge. Tipping only applies to valet parking, bellhops, and hotel room cleaning. 3. If you need a SIM card, buy your SIM card at the airport. 4. Get an EasyCard (悠遊卡) or iPass for getting around Taipei using public transportation. Trust Google Maps for directions. 5. It can rain a lot. Taipei is always humid. 6. Taiwan's laws are quite strict with drugs. General perception of drug use is very negative. Marijuana is illegal in Taiwan. 7. Some restaurants require reservations. Commonly used reservation app: https://inline.app/ 8. Commonly used takeout/delivery apps: Foodpanda and UberEats 9. Remember to check the VAT refund policy for foreigners. Click "View" for more travel info.

Flight

Getting to Taipei

Taipei Taoyuan International Airport (TPE) This is where most international flights arrive and depart. Take a cab, Uber, or the Taoyuan Metro to get to Taipei. Or, contact the hotel in advance to reserve airport pick-up/drop-off chauffeur service. Estimated Time to Taipei: ~1.5 hours. Taipei Songshan Airport (TSA) If you are flying from/to Tokyo Haneda Airport or Shanghai Hongqiao Airport, this is your arrival/departure airport. You will arrive closer to the city center. Take a cab, Uber, the MRT, or buses to the hotel. Or, contact the hotel in advance to reserve airport pick-up/drop-off chauffeur service. We recommend flying China Airlines (https://www.china-airlines.com/us/en) and Eva Air (https://www.evaair.com/en-us/index.html).

Travel Note

Getting Around Taipei

Public Transportation Getting around Taipei is easy with the Metro (MRT) and public buses. We suggest getting an EasyPass (悠遊卡) or a tourist Travel Pass. Google Maps is very helpful with telling you how to get from Point A to Point B. Ubers or Taxis Ubers and taxis in Taipei are generally reliable. All Uber drivers in Taipei are employed by taxi companies. For taxis, you may hail a taxi on the street, book a taxi by calling 55688 by cell phone and pressing “9,” or ask a nearby 7-11 to call a taxi for you.

Travel Note

Getting Around Taiwan

Public Transportation To get to other cities or counties in Taiwan, please take the Taiwan High Speed Rail, Taiwan Railway, and Intercity Buses. Car Rentals Car rentals can be found at major airports and train stations. You may also ask your hotel concierge to assist.

Hotel

W Taipei

This is where the wedding takes place. Guests can book rooms for 20% off the current rate. Please contact Eva Chen, Director of Events to book with discount: Eva.Chen@whotels.com

Discount Code - Book with Eva.Chen@whotels.com for 20% off current rate

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HOME HOTEL

This hotel is a 13-minute walk, 8-minute bus ride, or 3-minute drive from the wedding venue.

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Hanns House

This hotel is a 5-minute walk or 6-minute drive from the wedding venue.

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MADISON TAIPEI

This hotel is a 14-minute drive or 20-minute MRT/bus ride to the wedding venue.

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Dandy Hotel Daan Park

This hotel is a 16-minute drive or 20-minute MRT/bus ride from the wedding venue.

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The Corner House

This service apartment is a 17-minute drive or 25-minute MRT/bus ride from the wedding venue.