{"id":23338,"date":"2020-01-23T02:00:21","date_gmt":"2020-01-23T01:00:21","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.saporedicina.com\/english\/?p=23338"},"modified":"2021-09-10T10:42:01","modified_gmt":"2021-09-10T09:42:01","slug":"apps-traveling-taiwan","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.saporedicina.com\/english\/apps-traveling-taiwan\/","title":{"rendered":"The 13 Most Useful Apps for Traveling in Taiwan"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Apps for Traveling in Taiwan – Index<\/h3>\n
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  1. Google Maps<\/a><\/li>\n
  2. Uber<\/a><\/li>\n
  3. GO! Taipei Metro<\/a><\/li>\n
  4. Tour Taiwan<\/a><\/li>\n
  5. KKday<\/a>\n
  6. Line<\/a><\/li>\n
  7. Pleco<\/a><\/li>\n
  8. FunNow<\/a><\/li>\n
  9. YouBike<\/a><\/li>\n
  10. Taiwan Weather<\/a><\/li>\n
  11. Travel Taipei<\/a><\/li>\n
  12. Taiwan GuideWithMe<\/a><\/li>\n
  13. Agoda, Booking, and Airbnb<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<\/div>\n

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    Do you plan to travel to Taiwan<\/a> and want to download a handful of useful applications? In this article, we list some of the best applications that are widely used among locals and travelers alike.<\/p>\n

    You can save a great deal of time, energy, and money if you download a handful of these applications and start using them from day one. <\/p>\n

    The applications listed are available both for the Android operating system (on Google Play) and iOS (the Apple Store). If you have any other recommendations of applications that should be of interest to travelers, feel free to write a comment below.<\/p>\n

    Let\u2019s start with probably the most important application. <\/p>\n

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    1. Google Maps<\/h2>\n

    You\u2019ve probably not gone unnoticed about Google Maps as it\u2019s one of the most widely used applications in the world. Google Maps has transformed the way of traveling as you won\u2019t need to bring physical maps anymore. The reason is that Google Maps allows you to download maps that can later be used in offline mode. <\/p>\n

    Thus, you won\u2019t even need an internet connection or Wi-Fi to use the application, even if that\u2019s preferred.<\/p>\n

    Google Maps is great in the sense that it\u2019s free, accurate and helps you to navigate streets, find bars and restaurants, check the distance between locations, and you can see routes and distances in real-time. <\/p>\n

    There are no real cons of using Google Maps even though it can be a bit slow from time to time, depending on the internet connection. <\/p>\n

    You can download Google Maps for free on Google Play<\/a> and in the Apple Store<\/a>. Having said that, it\u2019s usually pre-installed if you use Android.<\/p>\n

    2. Uber<\/h2>\n

    Uber is one of the biggest taxi-hailing apps in the world that has managed to continue its operations in Taiwan. That\u2019s not the case in Southeast Asian countries and in China where Uber decided to pull out due to fierce competition. <\/p>\n

    Uber has around 10,000 drivers in Taiwan and used widely among travelers who don\u2019t want to hassle taking regular taxis or public transportation. Sometimes, taxi drivers aren\u2019t capable of speaking English in Taiwan and you don\u2019t want to wait for a taxi to arrive. <\/p>\n

    Taxi fares are comparably cheap in Taiwan, at least compared to places like Singapore and Hong Kong. Thus, Uber can be a convenient choice if you\u2019re in a rush or just a bit lazy. <\/p>\n

    The company has been under scrutiny<\/a> by the Taiwanese government and announced that it will comply with the government\u2019s regulations in 2019.<\/p>\n

    3. GO! Taipei Metro<\/h2>\n

    GO! Taipei Metro was launched by Taipei Rapid Transit Corporation (TRTC) and is widely used among locals and foreign travelers alike. The application shows you the Taipei Metro route map<\/a>, transfer information, exit information, and it can be used as a journey planner.<\/p>\n

    Another great benefit of using the application is that they report incidents or disturbances to public transportation in real-time, by sending push notifications to users. You can simply go to the section \u201cimportant notices\u201d for the latest information.<\/p>\n

    The application also allows you to see the nearest YouBike stations (more about YouBike later), which Metro stations that are handicapped-friendly, the quickest route to your final destination, and more.<\/p>\n

    Simply download the application on Google Play<\/a> or in the Apple Store<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    4. Tour Taiwan<\/h2>\n

    Tour Taiwan was created by the local government and helps you to find restaurants, accommodation, police stations, and hospitals. You can also read news, find popular tourist sites, and festivals.<\/p>\n

    It can be worth giving this application a try even if some users have complained that it\u2019s only available in Chinese now. It should be available in English, Chinese, Japanese, Traditional Chinese, at least according to various sources. <\/p>\n

    Few parts of the application are available in English and some complain that the application is rather slow. <\/p>\n

    5. KKday<\/h2>\n

    KKDay is an eCommerce travel platform that helps travelers to find and book local tours, activities, attractions, experiences, and transportation. The website is neat and available in English, Chinese, Japanese, Korean, French, Vietnamese, and more. <\/p>\n

    Simply input your budget and time range and then KKDay will display the best activities and attractions available. You can instantly see descriptions, prices, durations, and reviews. If you\u2019re interested in participating in an activity, simply add it to the cart and proceed to checkout. <\/p>\n

    KKDay is a partner of several major companies and service providers, including HSBC, UOB, Mastercard, Shopee, Grab, Uber, Lazada, and more.<\/p>\n

    The application has a surprisingly high rating, averaging at 4.7 on Google Play<\/a> and with almost 19,000 reviews. You can also find the application in the Apple Store<\/a>.<\/p>\n

    6. Line<\/h2>\n

    Line<\/a> is an instant-messaging application, similar to WhatsApp that is used in many other countries. Line originally comes from Korea and is widely used in places like Thailand, Korea, Japan, and Taiwan. <\/p>\n

    If you want to interact with locals and exchange your contact information, you should download Line before or after you\u2019ve arrived in Taiwan. Even if some locals use WeChat and WhatsApp, you\u2019ll see that most people use Line. <\/p>\n

    The application is easy to use and allows you to send texts, images, video, and audio messages, and have free VoIP conversations and video phone calls.<\/p>\n

    7. Pleco<\/h2>\n

    Pleco<\/a> is probably the best digital English and Chinese dictionary you can find in the market. As locals are keen to speak English and sometimes can\u2019t communicate in English, I recommend you to download this application from day one.<\/p>\n

    The application has been around for years and there\u2019s both a free and a paid version. That said, the free version should be more than enough. Originally founded in the US in 2000, Pleco has become one of the most popular English and Chinese dictionary for smartphones. <\/p>\n

    The application allows you hand-write characters, save flashcards for future training, screen readers, and much more.<\/p>\n

    Pleco has received<\/a> more than 35,000 votes on Google Play and with an average score of 4.7. It can\u2019t be better than that!<\/p>\n

    8. FunNow<\/h2>\n

    FunNow<\/a> is a popular application that allows you to book restaurant visits, spa visits, and other activities with just a click. It\u2019s not only available in Taiwan but Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, Okinawa, Tokyo, Osaka, and Bangkok.<\/p>\n

    FunNow provides low prices, quality services, and locations that are hand-picked for your convenience. The application has an average rating of 4.3 on Google Play and has received thousands of reviews from users. It has also been featured on CNBC, Vogue, and many other magazines. <\/p>\n

    9. YouBike<\/h2>\n

    YouBike is a public bicycle rental application, they provide countless of bicycles all over Taipei. Renting a bicycle can be a great choice if you want to see and explore more of Taipei and don\u2019t spend excessive time in the subway. <\/p>\n

    It only costs NTD 10 (USD 0.32) to use YouBike for 30 minutes, thus, it allows you to save money at the same time as you get some good exercise. They have hundreds of stations and you can find bicycles within a short distance.<\/p>\n

    You can download the application on their website<\/a>, Google Play, and in the Apple Store.<\/p>\n

    10. Taiwan Weather<\/h2>\n

    Taiwan weather<\/a> is a highly acclaimed weather application that gives you the latest weather forecasts. It can be wise to download this application to avoid sudden storms and rainfall. The application is available in English and Chinese and provide information about (examples): <\/p>\n