When I first moved to Douliu, I wasn’t sure what to expect. As a foreign teacher, I was assigned to work here, and I just knew one thing! I needed to live somewhere with convenient public transportation since I can't ride a bike or drive. Fortunately, Douliu proved to be the ideal location. Douliu is the capital city of the county of Yunlin in central western Taiwan. It’s a small, quiet city with a relaxed pace of life, much less crowded than Taiwan's bigger cities like Taipe

Teaching in Taiwan is more than just a job. It's an opportunity to experience new culture, form meaningful connections and grow both personally and professionally. Whether you're a fresh graduate or someone looking for a change, Taiwan offers a welcoming environment for foreign teachers to teach English. In this article, I’ll walk you through where and how to apply, along with the documents you need to prepare. Why teach in Taiwan? Friendly and respectful culture High demand

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Planning a trip to Cambodia? Discover 7 places to include in your Phnom Penh itinerary, from cultural landmarks to historic sites and local attractions. Euro Park Euro Park is one of the places worth seeing when in Phnom Penh. It’s a great spot for strolling, taking photos, having a picnic, boating, shopping, or enjoying coffee and a meal at one of the cafés or restaurants. Best of all, entrance is free! Inspired by European architecture, Euro Park features Georgian, Victori

Jars of Clay is one of my favorite restaurants to go to whenever I want to dine alone. It provides a sense of calm and peace. My friends and I also often visit the restaurant to celebrate special occasions. Jars of Clay is a social enterprise founded by Barbara Neale, a missionary from the UK, in 1998. The café is grounded in Christian values and employs disadvantaged and vulnerable Cambodian women. Apart from the great food, these are some of the reasons I visit the café.

If you’re planning to move and teach abroad, consider Cambodia! Known as the Kingdom of Wonder, Cambodia is famous for its stunning temples, including Angkor Wat, Ta Prohm, and Bayon. Located in Southeast Asia, it shares borders with Thailand, Vietnam, and Laos. As a developing country with a population of over 16 million, Cambodia offers a unique cultural experience. The official language is Khmer, but English is commonly spoken in tourist areas. While the Cambodian riel is

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Craving Korean food after binge-watching your favorite K-drama? Check out these restaurants! Bornga Korean Restaurant One of the best Korean restaurants in town! My friends and I have been to Bornga several times, and our favorite dishes are hae mul pajeon (seafood green onion pancake), bangyetang (chicken soup with ginseng), and dolsot bibimbap. Everything is delicious and comes in generous portions. They also serve a variety of mouthwatering Korean dishes, making it a great

Planning a trip to Thailand? Here are some dishes you should try! I still remember the vendors selling all kinds of food along the road in front of the school where I worked. Every morning, they offered delicious and affordable breakfast options—you could get a tasty meal for as little as 20 baht! Here are some of my favorite Thai foods that I highly recommend: Jok Looking for something healthy and comforting? Try jok, a rice porridge commonly eaten for breakfast. You can enj

Obtaining a police clearance certificate in Cambodia is easy but the process of getting the requirements for it can be a walk in the park or a herculean task depending on your location and your landlord. To obtain a police clearance certificate, you need to get some documents from the Sangkat (commune) police station and the local commune office where you are residing. You are lucky if your landlord knows the process and is willing to help. When processing, it would be better

Looking for a caffeine fix, a place to unwind, or a quick bite to satisfy your hunger? Here are some coffee shops and cafés in Phnom Penh worth checking out. Brown Coffee Whenever my friends and I want coffee or simply need some downtime, Brown Coffee is often our go-to. We love the taste, reasonable prices, and convenient locations. It seems like there’s a Brown Coffee branch almost everywhere in Phnom Penh! What I also love about Brown Coffee is the interior design. Each br

Craving pizza? Head to Pizza 4P’s to satisfy your craving! It had been days since I’d been craving pizza, so I mentioned it to a friend, and she recommended Pizza 4P’s. The dining experience was fantastic—cravings satisfied! Pizza 4P’s is a Japanese-owned, Vietnam-based restaurant that opened its first Phnom Penh branch in July 2021. What makes it even better is that it goes beyond great food with a commitment to becoming a zero-waste restaurant. It’s always nice to enjoy a g