Mode of Transport

Taipei has a very good public transportation system that includes a subway train, bus lines and numerous taxi's to get you where you need to go.  Parking is a really big problem so a car is not recommended unless you know that your destination has designated parking.  The car is better left at home except for trips to Costco for groceries or adventures away from town.

However, we have found that the most convenient and economical means of transportation for short distances is the bicycle.  In our area, there are tons of bicycles and motor-scooters crowding the sidewalks and streets.  Jeff and I each have a baby seat attached to the back of our bikes which enables us to travel in style as a family.   Jeff's baby seat converts to a basket for carrying computer bags or the milk home from the grocery store.   The girls just love our bicycle outings.