3 Days in Taipei on a Budget

Taipei, Taiwan. 3 days, (well, technically, 3.75 days.) $100 per day. All the street food.
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[@weisinsoong6738]

Been to Taiwan maybe 4 times and would go back in a heartbeat just for the food, beautiful sceneries and the friendly people and great service culture.

[@LisaAndJosh]

Couldn't agree more!

[@sryherd766]

Hello 7-11! YUM!!!

[@sunshineafrican6872]

I am going there in December for the first time from Las Vegas 🎉

[@Melohhdee]

Could you possibly tell me if you need cash or card in Taiwan? I’m planning to do a 2 day trip, how much cash would you think for food? I was thinking maybe $500 for a 2 day trip

[@jamreyes3249]

Agree! I’ve been to Taiwan twice this year and I am planning to go there again by early 2024. Taiwan might be a so-so for other people but for me it’s been absolutely amazing!

[@meng-hsuanlee8543]

Your heartfelt monologue about your parents and your reflection on Taiwan’s and your own family history brought tears to my eyes. Wasn’t expecting this watching about budget travel in Taipei. Makes me miss home. I’m also a Taiwanese immigrant to the US

[@jonchaochao4567]

Plus one

[@Boredasianmom]

Love your video!! I’m American Taiwanese and I also got a bit emotional when Lisa talked about her dad and mom. I really enjoyed you guys. 加油❤

[@LisaAndJosh]

ah, yes! 加油! thank you for watching!!! ❤️

[@63viet]

I was in Taiwan two months ago and had a fantastic time. I would love to go back again. The Taiwanese are very friendly people and orderly. Taiwan reminds me of Japan.

[@zillsburyy1]

japan is overrated

[@doctorwilly]

Taiwan = Japan minus the bad weather ,minus terrible road traffic , minus ugly buildings

[@user-fi8rr2cl2n]

Hi thanks for your comment. Can you recommend a guide? Thanks

[@rachelbaziak4159]

Really? I’m going,don’t really care about mainland China.

[@robcanad]

​@@zillsburyy1I went to Japan a year ago and loved it, can't wait to go back, so lived up to its hype. Haven't been to Taiwan yet but looks very interesting.

[@ariashowron]

Thank you for this. Lived in Taiwan over a decade ago, and you getting emotional made me emotional. It's so easy to get caught up in that beautiful city ❤

[@LisaAndJosh]

it's an incredible place ❤️

[@PeterTraveler]

Last time I've been to Taipei was almost a decade ago. But I'm going back to visit in January 2024! This time, I'm doing some research and came across this video, which definitely sparked ideas as I build my itinerary because it's practical, informative, and no nonsense.

[@LisaAndJosh]

thanks so much for watching and have a great trip in January!

[@p.t.3113]

This is the best vlog in a long time, if not the best I've seen from you two. Funny, moving, informative, so satisfying (food market lover here), and also the most inspirational one yet. I almost cried when you said your goal was to give away a trip because all you want is to inspire people to travel. Please know that you have done far more for us already. Your past Hawaii vlogs are a reason why my trip went smooth-sailing this past summer. Then your credit card churning videos made my trip to Bali possible this past February, meaning just 8 months after I returned from Hawaii. I am already planning my next trip and I am again taking notes from your videos. You two are not just inspiring us to travel. You're literally making our travel dreams come true. I am subscribed, I love you both, and I am super grateful for all you continue to do :)

[@LisaAndJosh]

this means a lot to us, truly. we never quite know how much of an impact our videos make, so we appreciate you letting us know. we really do hope and believe that every single person deserves a chance to travel once in their lifetime. so, so happy to hear about your trip to Hawai'i and Bali! safe and happy travels!

[@MyYT100]

Over 53 glorious minutes of Taiwan! Loved the variety you showcased. It makes me want to go back!!

[@LisaAndJosh]

thanks for watching all 53 minutes of it! ☺️ we want to go back soon too!

[@itsteej30]

I just got back home from Taiwan and the separation anxiety is kicking so bad. Taiwan is so beautiful. The people there are so warm and very helpful despite the language barrier. I love that elderly people are still accepted for work with no judgement. The transporation system was a breeze! So clean and safe. I fell in love with Taiwan and I'm coming back soon.🥹🥹🥹 Also, just like you, I felt so emotional the moment we got at Chiang Kai Shek Memorial Hall. The place was so solemn and full of stories in silence. My favorite so far.

[@christineleneghan7661]

Your lantern release was beautiful and meaningful! Thank you for sharing that.

[@jeffreybruner5462]

I think Taiwan may be at the top of my travel list now, thanks to this video. Looks like airfare is a bit more reasonable in September.

[@LisaAndJosh]

so glad to hear! Taiwan is such a special place!

[@Makeitblue127]

You guys are fun to watch, thanks! Going there in 1 week and doing some research

[@EvanandLemon]

We are loving this 3 day series!!! 👏🏻👏🏻

[@LisaAndJosh]

thanks, guys!

[@TheAls4173]

Having just discovered your channel, I am loving every moment of it. The food tours are unique, and I admire Josh's optimism when things do not go well. And I really appreciate the daily budget recap. Lisa, I enjoyed your wanting to know your mom's take on what happened when she was young; those conversations are priceless. I am recuperating from colon surgery at home, and you all are chasing away my boredom.

[@lelaterry]

Beautiful journey, thank you for taking us along with you 😊 One of your best videos ❤

[@LisaAndJosh]

Thank you so much!

[@geraldinehadiwidjaja7421]

Awesome trip! Enjoyed following you here. And the food!!!

[@Johnny847]

Josh&Lisa, this is one of your best and most informative vlogs. I just have one wish that you listed the sights and restaurants in the description, so we can find them.

[@LisaAndJosh]

noted, thanks for the feedback! we've been including the locations within the video, but we can see how that would be helpful in the description. we just added a map with all the links saved to the places we visited in the description :)

[@hjahansouz]

Great video! Thanks for sharing your trip with us.

[@LisaAndJosh]

thank you for watching!! :)

[@alank1995]

You guys did an amazing job with this video! I often find people try too hard and I find it annoying but you both just seem so genuine and likeable. You went to just about every place I went on my trip a few years ago. Glad you had a good time!

[@havechopstickswilltravel2990]

Glad you got out of the city. Very nice video. I’ve never considered Taipei before, but after seeing your video I have added to my list to visit. Thank you for showing us around.

[@drkrf5135]

Why am I only seeing this channel for the first time? Super refreshing you two! God bless and more videos please! 🙏🏽

[@BrendanGates]

Great vlog. Thanks for taking the time to share it.

[@jen1963]

You two are such a lovely, positive beautiful couple! My son and I watched this to prepare for our eventual trip to Taiwan, and now we want to watch all your other videos.

[@ehmmmjay9907]

Sweet, I love these longer vlogs from you two!

[@LisaAndJosh]

More to come!

[@willmurphy8650]

My wife and I just got back from Taipei. Her family is from Taiwan also. The food was so good! I was worried that you guys weren’t going to try 臭豆腐 (Chòu dòufu) lol. I had both the fried version and the soup version with blood cake and the the soup version in my opinion was so much tastier. Awesome video guys, made me miss Taiwan!

[@LisaAndJosh]

awesome! had to save the best for last 😂 we love the fried, crispy version. hope you had a great trip!

[@BrianaisGoingPlaces]

I can't believe I watched basically an hour long vid, but it was great! Excited to see more 3 Days vids now that i've stumbled upon your channel!

[@themrgumbatron]

Beautiful vlog, bought back memories of my trips there in the past.

[@berrystrawberry7563]

my new favorite travel vloggers :) thank you so much for sharing your experiences during your trips!

[@celraekc]

Thank you for sharing how to use the bike system and your experience. Documenting the process is helpful to people really trying these things.

[@LisaAndJosh]

happy to help!

[@nitroriley857]

Well now look where I have been, thanks to you two! Wow! Superb video, loved every minute of it. Thank you.

[@AidaJof]

Thank you Lisa & Josh, this was nice video of Taipei and you did it all for $100/day ... wow!!! I felt very emotional along with Lisa recounting to that memorial coinciding with her mother being born, the lighting of the lantern was also lovely, the waterfall, the food, the climb up Elephant Mountain ... thank you for giving us a glimpse of Taiwanese life. I have traveled quite a bit but never to Asia. I hope you get to fullfill your wish to give away a trip to someone deserving, someone who has never traveled outside of their city🙏

[@LisaAndJosh]

Thanks for coming along and for the lovely words ☺️we hope to make that dream come true soon!

[@joshoaaquinoterrado105]

Thousand libre kainan

[@stoggafllik]

​@@LisaAndJoshit's called Chinese Taiwan. Shill

[@biel8730]

❤

[@mayisla7395]

Was the $100 budget a day, in usd or ntd?

[@fromrighttoleft8328]

I may be moving to Taiwan soon. This video gives me a great idea of what to expect, and covers so much more ground than I did when I previously visited Taiwan. Thanks, y'all!

[@LisaAndJosh]

awesome!!

[@ntshabengra3370]

I am so happy i stumbled upon this Taiwan vlog. Incredibly done, can't wait to see all your other videos 😊 p.s just added Taiwan to my bucket list!

[@alyssabrochu8387]

I spent some time living in Taiwan and I absolutely love it. This is the best vlog I've seen that shows all the different sides of Taipei!! Love it, can't wait to go back:)

[@tayplaysgaymes]

Visiting Taiwan in October and just watched this whole vid. It was wonderful!

[@Soul.Munchie]

That was such a wholesome video! Appreciate Josh for being so curious of the culture 😊

[@henrylau2331]

Watched your video on KZbin and enjoyed it ,we definitely had to make this trip soon . Thank you love it 😊

[@csjames69]

Great video guys. Enjoyed it. We will be in Taipei in just over a month for a few days on our way to Europe.

[@WhaddupStef]

i just found this channel and i love both of yall, such great caring people. thank you for the advice

[@user-ip5hw6co7u]

I am looking to visit Taipei and came across your channel. I really enjoyed your content. It was like a watching friends holiday video. Nothing annoying, pretentious & full of useless information like most of the travel vlogs in here. I cannot believe I watched the entire hour and had so much fun. I will definitely follow all of your food recommendations and tips. Thanks for creating this helpful and enjoyable video and am so excited now for my trip!!!

[@LisaAndJosh]

Thanks so much! We really want to be helpful as possible! Hope you enjoy your trip!!

[@FlavorofMind]

Love Taipei so much! Amazing place to keep things affordable while enjoying some top notch food, attractions, nature, etc 🙂 Great of you guys to sift through everything to give us some of the best recommendations!

[@LisaAndJosh]

We couldn’t agree more! Such a beautiful place

[@Twogirlsabroad]

Just WOW! AMAZING!!!

[@momomo8383]

New sub here 👋 adore hearing the authentic thoughts and experiences you guys have. This makes me eager to visit Taiwan ❤

[@Potomacstud]

Delightful wonderful vid featuring Lisa and Josh spreadin the flavor of Taiwan literally out of the screen , i never been to Taiwan but Lisa and Josh sure making me give that a serious consideration , Thank You😅

[@LisaAndJosh]

so glad you enjoyed--wish we could also transmit the smells and tastes too! hope you get to visit soon!

[@Potomacstud]

@@LisaAndJosh both of you makes the whole world beautiful

[@samshukporkwong6698]

Love Taipei! Can't wait to visit Taichung & Tainan soon! Great Taipei video! Thanks for sharing :)

[@bchibana]

Awesome Awesome video! Nice Punahou shirt! Liked and Subscribed! 👍

[@LisaAndJosh]

Hey hey!! Thanks so much! ☺️🤙🏽

[@SydneyTravellersGuide]

watched the whole video. You did miss yong kang street with some cool eateries and shop. I didnt go to shifen and that looked good. Great video.

[@francinejaninesarmiento1797]

Your travel advice is always so valuable! Speaking of travel gear, have you heard about the new V4 of the Bento Bag from Nomad Lane? It's making waves in the travel community, and I thought you might find it interesting for your future trips.

[@karenynyc2111]

Love 9 & 10 point!! Must do the wishing lantern and I just love that whole vibe! ❤

[@TMT939]

Loved watching your video. So much info. I had to take notes. 😂😂. We go back every year. Next time I‘ll def try the bike ride and JiuFen ShiFen. Thx for sharing 🎉

[@glenm5679]

Loved the video.

[@LisaAndJosh]

So glad! Thank you!

[@khairizuhair7128]

Amazing video. I’m thinking of going there this December

[@Joyful_Mandarin_Story]

Love your video for the uplifting energy. I’m native Taiwanese. May God bless you guys!

[@NotSoSeriousCouple]

ahhh! we already wanna go back to Taiwan! The fried chicken and boba tea was our favorite!!!

[@LisaAndJosh]

we miss it too!! :)

[@OtakuBoxes]

This is my first time watching one of your videos and I'm super impressed! You guys are so personable and offer a ton of information while also being entertaining. Also, your videos are SO clear and colorful and shot so well. Very impressed! I can't wait to go to Taipei :).

[@LisaAndJosh]

thank you for the kind words!!

[@charlesdenman9052]

I’ve been to Taiwan many times. I always come back with a full wallet and the happiest of memories. Not one bad experience in living there for over 18 months.

[@duongrkudo]

I love that you guys don't mind about the video, and you keep the real pace of your travel, not a heavily edited pace for vlogging.

[@weil9525]

Thank you so much for this video. Our family moved to Canada when we were young, and we are planning a trip to Taiwan this fall. I have never been to the lantern town outside of Taipei---so thank you for sharing this part of the trip for us. We have also never climbed the mountain to get the city view. We can't wait to visit again!!

[@d.s.151]

Just want to say I watched this video when you released it last year and it inspired me to visit Taiwan. I'm currently sat drinking coffee in Taipei rewatching to get myself pumped to visit Shifen and Jiufen tomorrow, then im heading down to Toroko NP. Thanks guys!

[@LisaAndJosh]

That is awesome!

[@clairewang7800]

Great video! Taiwanese here (but living in California for the past 20+ years). You hit all the great and fun spots that I would also hit whenever I go home. I was surprised that Lisa had never tried the "car wheel" cakes though. Maybe you have never lived in Taiwan for an extended period of time. They are literally everywhere including at night markets. Those and the "pepper buns" are two of the things I miss most and my "must-eat" items whenever I go home to visit. Watching you enjoy the food made me want to go back soon; can't wait!

[@nics.7703]

im flying to taipei tmr and im super excited now! thank u Lisa & Josh!

[@nunyabeeswax3936]

Wonderful video! Just wonder when you were there being as warm as it was. Be blessed ya'll !

[@alvinds5479]

OMG this video was almost an hour but it never got boring or I never even thought of skipping some parts bec of how enjoyable you both were!

[@ahom9387]

Really enjoyed your Taipei video. My family and I just returned from a short three day and a bit more stay in Taipei. Wish I had seen your video before our trip! I wasn’t sure if we would be able to withstand the weather and sightsee so much. We left with definitely the desire to go back! Always more food to try and places to see! Good luck with the channel!

[@LisaAndJosh]

thanks so much!! we can't wait to visit Taiwan again soon :)

[@joshknipe9843]

What a great video ❤

[@BrianaisGoingPlaces]

24:10 what a lovely reminder! I definitely want to do this with my grandma as well. She's my last grandparent alive and I don't want to miss out on all the stories she has to share.

[@leoblandford3234]

Really appreciate how you two travel. Doing some research for my upcoming trip to Taiwan. Taking my family to visit family but it is only my third visit, including being born there. Lisa's experience resonates with me. I am Taiwanese-American but my parent from Taiwan has passed. Most of my knowledge of Taiwan is academic. This trip is for a significant birthday and feeling all the emotions. Thanks for sharing your experience and itinerary!

[@murphysonthego]

Night markets are our favorite thing in the whole world and that one looked amazing!!!

[@LisaAndJosh]

There are so many in Taiwan that are so incredible!

[@karzten0809]

I watched the entire video! Made me so excited to visit Taiwan in August. Love your content! Inshallah you get more followers and views and reach that KZbin success!!!

[@TravelExotique]

Love you guys vlogs, looking forward to many more!

[@chadatirakul8758]

Really love Lisa. She is so sweet. Josh is polite and good manners. Best wishes to both of you.

[@davidperry3257]

I remember my first visit to Taipei a few years ago. This reminded me that I need to return. Lisa, it was obvious that the visit there was both fantastic and emotional at the same time!❤️

[@teslarob4790]

Excellent video. Brought back a LOT of memories for me and also helped me add to my list for when I am back there in October to Taichung and Taipei. Taipei is the best. My only problem with your video is that it could easily be 3x longer. Enjoyed every minute. 😎🇹🇼 Need more Taiwan! I got super emotional at 24 mins in - as you talked about your mom and her leaving Taiwan - and just realizing that as amazing as these places are there is such a rich history that we either never hear about or like you mention - just don't think to ask about.

[@janez7738]

Josh's mandarin pronunciation is pretty good! been following you guys since the hawaii days, love to see the come up!!

[@ostrichfun2115]

We have enjoyed your adventures so so very much. Definitely our favorite Vlogers. Watched them ALL. True story. In September we are also walking the Camino (Lisban to Santiago) mostly for personal self reflection. Both of your walks have been an amazing, welcome and insightful look at the road ahead. I was surprised no one mentioned Will Arnett in the Q&A "look alike / remind me of " question. Ok, maybe not twins but, that enjoyable quirkiness all the same. Thanks again! A real pleasure to enjoy the adventures and all the skills / work you both put into your videos! Grateful. Who's vlogs do you follow? We know a couple as there have been some crossed vlogs we watched. Take care and all our best, Mike and Betty, Vancouver Canada.

[@LisaAndJosh]

hi Mike and Betty! thank you for the kind words and watching ALL of our videos! :) what an incredible journey Lisbon to Santiago will be! And we can definitely see the Will Arnett tie :) Buen Camino!

[@kencchen]

Good video! I came to the US at 3 years old. So not a lot of memories, but good memories with my grandparents. Always cherish the visits as I get older. I’m with Lisa in that there was something missing growing up. You packed a lot into 3.75 days… Jiufen, Shifen, lighting the sky lanterns all awesome activities. Hopefully this is just a part of a longer Asia adventure. It takes me a week to adjust to the time difference, so a minimum of two weeks is my rule. Keep up the great videos.

[@user-kb8wf7sr6w]

We are loving this 3 day series!!! . We are loving this 3 day series!!! .

[@LisaAndJosh]

thanks so much for watching!! we're having a great time creating these :) more to come!

[@TaipeiEats]

Another Amazing Episode👍👍👍🎉🎉🎉 To be honest, I am a full time UE food delivery rider in Taipei since 2020 and I am from Taipei 100% MIT & I have to admit it I still get lost IN this night market, the other night markets I have no issues at all…

[@BrentTimm]

I just visited a Taiwan and loved creating vlogs there!

[@JeppPadilla]

You both really love your beers! Nice video!

[@sewkzoo]

Love the longer videos. Keep em coming 😊

[@LisaAndJosh]

So glad to hear! More coming soon :)

[@vepm87]

Love your video!! Thanks for sharing your experience 😊 I’m planning my first solo trip for my bday in a few months n very nervous but excited. My panic mode when Josh said they got lost but loved his response to it😊

[@LisaAndJosh]

how awesome! have a great time and happy almost birthday :)

[@ImSchneckenhaus]

Oh my god, this blog is my first from you guys and its been fun watching this with you!! Got a new subscriber here! ❤

[@LisaAndJosh]

hey, awesome!!! Thank you!

[@anar.6388]

We plan to visit Taiwan next year and your vlog helps us plan for the trip, thanks from Canada 🇨🇦 for sharing your experience! Subscribed!

[@LisaAndJosh]

so glad to hear!! have a great trip!!

[@StephandPete]

Just now watching this all the way through. We head there on Thursday and y'all (as usual) made us even more excited (and prepared.) Thanks! :)

[@dorayoung1073]

Aloha from Hawaii! Thank you for this video. We will be going to Taiwan in October since we will be disembarking from our cruise ship in Taipei. We will be exploring our own so this video was super helpful. Subscribed to your channel and looking forward to more great videos from you both. Mahalo!

[@LisaAndJosh]

aloha dora! thank you for the message! so excited you will get to visit Taiwan! Had no idea there were cruises that stoped in Taipei--that sounds awesome :)

[@shaulheymans]

good sharing. wish you both all the best

[@whyaskus]

Hello, I was born in Taiwan. My family immigrated to USA when I was 6. I went back to Taiwan for the first time couple years ago. Your video reminded me of that trip. Thank you for sharing!

[@asiatravelasiatravel-fv6ob]

Look very beAutifull country TAIPEI TAIWAN ENJOY FRIEND WITH YOUR TRAVEL

[@DELL2225]

Great video, this will definitely help me navigate taiwan better with my mom. Thank you ❤

[@lavenderlove2024]

How come did i feel so comfortable watching the English-speaking Vlogger to introduce Taibei! I kept taking down lots of notes of the restaurants and the name of the delicious foods ! I ama Canadian-chinese while my son was totally Canadian, a western-style foods lover. So i did lots of research to mingle with our tastes buds to cater to both of us for the trip to Taiwan next March.

[@boukenred06]

Thanks for sharing your experience. I was there 2 weeks ago for only 3 days. There's so much more to see. Hopefully next time.

[@sherrytina2000]

Wonderful video! ❤🎉 I missed the food so much. To the memorial park, I also got sentimental. My family also never talk about this. Back then it was more like, it is a way to protect you if you don’t know about this… truly sad. 😢

[@LisaAndJosh]

Thank you for watching and for sharing as well. We understand this so well now and hope to be able to be more open with our families ❤️

[@benjorikkolindo6201]

Love this vlogging style. ❤ Taiwan is my 2nd home. ❤

[@LisaAndJosh]

So cool! Thanks for watching!! :)

[@user-di8ti5lp6f]

Yessah!!!! That tee shirt is featured in a couple of your shows and YOKAHAMA BEACH MAKAHA is heaven on Oahu...

[@cathyb2999]

Thoroughly enjoyed your video, one of the best I have watched. We are going to Taiwan in August. So looking forward to it and your video has been a great help in our planning. Thank you 🙏

[@hell25free]

I like the energy and the infos you are sharing... :) more blessings for both you! 🙏🙏🙏

[@mitchsince1988]

We will be there soon and it's our first time in Taiwan. We're so excited.🥰 Thank you for this video. ❤

[@phunk8607]

Planning Korea and Taiwan trip so need to see where to go here....

[@JamesWBurns]

The food looks incredible 😋

[@LisaAndJosh]

So so good!