Ding Tai Fon, Taipei

Advantages: fun and cheap
Disadvantages: hot and sticky

...You'll never feel bored in Taipei as there're so much going on. OK, the weather could be sticky and hot but you could always find a cafe or tea room with air-conditioning. Or just dive in a big department in Chun-Shou East Road and enjoy your shopping. Food in Taipei is fantastic and cheap. You could find any kind of food you want in Taipei easily. Thai, Indian, Japanese, American, Germany, French and of couse Chinese. The most great time to explore the city is in the evening. Everything happens in the evening. All the shops are open until 11pm. Night market is crowded with loads of people looking for food and cheap stuff. This is the most lively place to be. Or you could go to the KTV for a great fun time, singing with your friends. KTV is the most popular activity among people in Taipei. Go shopping in the evening is also very popular... Read review

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...If you happen to be in Taipei, don't miss out the chance to visit one of the best museum in the world - The National Palace Museum. It houses the world's largest collection of priceless Chinese art treasures, one which spans China's nearly 5,000-year history. Most of the museum's 620,000 art objects were part of the Chinese imperial collection, which began over 1,000 years ago in the early Sung dynasty. It's about 30 minutes from the city center (Taipei Railway station). The best way to get there might be a taxi. It will costs you about 300NTD (10USD) to get there from city center. The admission fee is 80NTD. The San Hsi T'ang Tea Room is on 4th floor of the main building. Chinese snacks there are tasty and not too expensive but could be very difficult to find a table.... Read review

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Advantages: Excellent service and in-flight entertainment
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...I flied Singapore Airline by the end of 1998 for the Taipei-London route. I decided to travel with it because I have been hearing very good comment about this company, and their commercials made it appealing. I received very warm welcome from the staff and attendants. The service they offer is excellent. For the route I have to transfer in Singapore. I received two boarding cards when I checked in in Taipei, which means I don't have to queue for checking in again and I only have to go straight to the gate after arriving Singapore. I saw in the airport (Singapore) that they also offer local tour if you have to spend long time waiting in the airport. The in-flight entertainment is excellent. Travelers have plenty of programs to choose from and each visitor has his own personal screen. You can also play computer games such as Super Mario... Read review

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