As a long time US expat in Taoyuan City I would agree with your sentiment about friendliness amongst the locals. But in my apartment community people are really nice. Such as one neighbor bringing us free Taiwanese sushi from the local restaurant. I think it has a lot to do with economics and stability. In the last few years the economy has declined and people feel more stress. Google the Sunflower Movement last year. The traditional family structure is under threat too. Google suicide in Taiwan. Then there has been an influx of Mainlander rich and tourists. The Rich have bullied their way into lucrative business deals. The Taiwanese on the other hand were sold by President Ma on the illusion that tourism would boost the local economy. But these tourists go to Mainlander owned hotels and businesses bc they have a deal with them. Its linked. What has gone up is real estate. This is because Mainlanders buy through Taiwanese proxies. In July they can buy in their name. So discuss your ideas with locals to test them. Many times there are cause and effects that foreigners can't see.

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I would also like to know how you meet a girl here. Where to go to meet such girls? and what can I expect to pay for en evenings entertainment ?

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