The Naval Crew

Taiwan Family Travel Tips 🇹🇼👨‍👩‍👧‍👦
From Our Birthday Trip with Toddlers!

1️⃣ Hotels near MRT stations 🚇
Staying close to MRT stations makes moving around the city with kids much easier.

We stayed at Green World Zhonghua (Taipei) and Delton Hotel (Kaohsiung), both right across the MRT—but there are lots of other hotels near MRT stations too, so you have plenty of choices.

2️⃣ Consider proximity to main attractions 🏙️
Even if your hotel is near the MRT, check where most of your destinations are. Being closer to key attractions can save transportation time and fees, even if it costs a bit more.

Even though Delton Hotel was near MRT, most of our destinations were near Pier-2 Art Center. Staying closer would have saved transportation time and fees—even if the hotels near Pier 2 is slightly more expensive.

3️⃣ Check walking distance 📍
Use Google Maps walking view to see how long it takes to reach the MRT. Ideally, hotels should be 3–5 minutes from the station.

4️⃣ Research MRT stops & transfers 🗺️
Transfers can involve stairs, corridors, and waiting. Plan your route on Google Maps before heading out.

5️⃣ Check train & bus schedules 🚌
Google Maps shows arrival times, platforms, and stops—perfect for planning around toddlers’ schedules.

6️⃣ Book taxis easily 🚕
Uber works well, or taxis can be booked at 7-Eleven. Staff can help, but Google Translate makes communication much faster.

✅ Pro tip: Always get a Chinese address card for your hotel or look up your destination in Chinese for smoother taxi rides.

7️⃣ Hotels near convenience stores 🛒
7-Eleven or FamilyMart nearby = lifesaver for snacks, drinks, and small essentials.

8️⃣ Hotels with breakfast 🍳
Saves time in the morning—but don’t miss Taiwan’s amazing local food outside later!

9️⃣ Bring a portable water dipper 💦
In hotels without bidets, a small water dipper is essential for quick toddler clean-ups.

🔟 Essential travel apps 📱
✨ Google Translate – absolutely necessary for menus, signs, and conversations.
✨ Google Lens – snap a photo of text for instant translation.
✨ Google Maps – plan routes, check train, MRT/bus times, and navigate easily.

These tips helped our family enjoy Taiwan with toddlers, and we hope they help yours too! 💛

– Mommy Lira

Every day feels extra special because of our kids 🤍✨

Finn, you keep saying you’re not a baby anymore 🥹
But you still stick to us like glue.
Hugging us while we’re doing chores,
holding our shirts,
and giving random kisses like it’s the most normal thing in the world 😘

You love red ❤️
Red shirts, red toys, red anything.

And lately, you’ve been making your own songs 🎶
Not copying anyone, just singing your own little creations, and it’s the cutest thing.

We love watching you run, laugh, sing, and explore.
Even when you’re clingy or a little mischievous,
you fill our home with so much life.

Finn, you’re sweet, caring, curious, and so full of love.
You remind us to slow down, to laugh, and to enjoy the little moments.

Happy birthday, our little velcro boy 🎂🎉

We’re so proud of you and so grateful to be your Mommy and Daddy 🤍✨

May you always walk on God’s side.
May your heart stay kind and soft.
May you grow with courage and wisdom.
May you never lose your joy in singing and creating.
May you always feel safe, loved, and guided.
May you be a blessing to everyone around you.

And may you always know that no matter how big you become,
you will always have us cheering for you and praying for you every single day 🤍

Love,
Mommy & Daddy

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