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  • Can I use credit card on Xiaoliuqiu?

    There are no ATM machines that accept international credit card withdrawal nor any currency exchange shops on the island. 


    If you are travelling from outside of Taiwan, please get cash in TWD before you arrive Xiaoliuqiu.


    Also, 99.9% of the businesses here DO NOT accept credit card ( international ) payment.

  • Do I really need to rent a vehicle during the stay?

    Xiaoliuqiu is quite hilly. 


    We highly recommend travellers to rent vehicles during your stay unless you are totally comfortable to walk by foot under this tropical weather!


    Also, if you are doing any kinds of water sports, no shops will provide transportation for you to reach the seashore fwhere the activities happen.

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