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“8-Star” Luxury Feast: A Journey Through Hong Kong’s Michelin-Starred Restaurants
What a luxurious experience—to admire the sea view at The Peninsula Hotel at night, then ride in a Rolls-Royce to a Michelin-starred restaurant for dinner. Foodies who love top-tier cuisine are in for a treat. A new Michelin restaurant tour has been launched, featuring a carefully curated selection of 4...
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle website gets a more convenient revamp
The Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications has enhanced the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle (scenic spot shuttle) travel transportation information service to provide both domestic and international tourists with more convenient and faster access. It has strengthened themed promotional activities on the website and promoted the "Taiwan Tourist Shuttle (Scenic Spot Shuttle) Tourism Service Website..."
Bangkok Can Be Luxuriously Enjoyed Too
What’s your impression of Thailand? Temples or elephants? The low cost of living has always made it a popular travel destination, but Bangkok can also be enjoyed in luxury ! Lion Travel recently collaborated with photographer Chen Xingyi to introduce high-end Bangkok itineraries through her photographs...
Silks Place Lancheng Hotel Launches Yilan-Style Table Dishes
With the opening of the Hsuehshan Tunnel, Yilan has gradually become a popular tourist destination. Starting November 1, Silks Place Lancheng Hotel, a brand under the Silks International Hotels group, will feature...
2010 International Travel Expo Sneak Peek (Part 5): Hong Kong Draws Michelin Dining Itineraries
Hong Kong has always been a paradise for food and shopping. Although airfares and hotel prices in Hong Kong have both risen by about 20% this year, making Hong Kong tour packages slightly more expensive than in previous years, they remain relatively affordable compared to other destinations. This year's travel expo features 14...
Travel to Tokyo Disneyland more conveniently starting at just ¥9,500 on the Matsuyama–Haneda route
Day trips or two-day getaways to Tokyo are no longer a dream thanks to the new direct flights between Matsuyama and Haneda airports—a huge boon for travelers from both cities. Starting in late October, Japan Airlines will operate two round-trip flights daily, with the lowest fare available at just ¥9,500. After arriving...
Another noticeable earthquake with a magnitude of 5.2 occurred late at night, unrelated to the Hualien earthquake
Another earthquake with a magnitude of 5.2 occurred in the early hours of Monday, the 26th, felt across almost the entire country, though most people were asleep and may not have noticed. ...
Win your heart over—UNY Hankyu’s “Beauty Academy” and UNIQLO craze:: Taipei
Text by Chi Bing-Hui | Photos by Chi Bing-Hui & UNY Hankyu Department Store This year-end, the department store world is set to be rocked by a major bombshell: UNY Hankyu Department Store has entered the prime battleground of Xinyi District and successfully dominated media coverage, generating fiery buzz during its grand opening...
Tainan Souvenir Selection Event Ends November 18
Tainan cuisine is renowned far and wide. The Tainan City Government, now in its fourth consecutive year of hosting the highly acclaimed Souvenir Selection Event, has begun accepting applications for the “2011 Top Ten Tainan Souvenirs and Traditional Delicacies.” Applications will be accepted until November 18. ...
A colorful flower day tour for just 168
To ride the wave of the International Travel Fair, the Council of Agriculture is not to be outdone, joining forces with the Taipei City Farmers' Association to promote Taiwan's domestic flower industry and leisure farm tourism. Starting in October, there will be a total of 22 floral wellness travel packages—ranging from one to two days...
Travel to Hong Kong, Macau, and Mainland China – that’s what travel lovers do!
Just go when you feel like it – Hong Kong, Macau, and Mainland China, being the closest destinations from Taiwan, are perfect for planning a quick getaway. During the travel expo, be sure to compare prices and carefully choose trips and hotels that suit your needs to get great value for money...
Eastern Las Vegas: The City of Dreams in Macau Makes Your Luxury Dreams Come True
Thinking of a major entertainment paradise? No need to go as far as Las Vegas—just a 90-minute flight away. Macau is a renowned top-tier entertainment destination in Asia, not only close to Taiwan but also offering a great atmosphere and scenery. The hotels here are luxurious and spectacular...
Make a Smart Suitcase Choice for a Stress-Free Trip Abroad
Choosing the right suitcase for overseas travel is crucial, and smart packing can save you precious time...
Challenge the lowest annual price, starting from HK$8,488 for a 3-day trip to Hong Kong
Does traveling abroad always have to cost a fortune? During the travel fair period, travel agencies are pulling out all the stops to lower prices and attract customers. The discounts are so attractive that people are calling them a great deal. The "tax-inclusive" packages include a 3-day trip to Hong Kong starting from HK$8,488...
2010 Taipei Flower Expo Kicks Off with Dazzling Fireworks
The 2010 Taipei International Flora Exposition made its dazzling debut on November 6 (Saturday). To celebrate this major event in Taiwan, the opening night featured the “Festival of the Flower Goddess” gala and a spectacular 110,000-firework display to welcome the expo. The fireworks were launched at both Dajia Riverside Park and Dadaocheng.
The Taipei International Travel Fair kicks off with great fanfare on November 5
The annual Taipei International Travel Fair opened today in grand style, featuring participation from 60 countries and 1,200 booths—the largest scale ever recorded. The discounts offered aren't limited to just accommodation but also include meal vouchers and hot spring bath coupons, expected to...
The East Coast Indigenous Cultural Festival series of events kicks off with a bang on November 19.
Experience the Indigenous culture of Taiwan’s East Coast now！ The 2010 East Coast Indigenous Cultural Festival is scheduled to be held grandly across Taitung from November 19 to 28 this year (Year 99 in the Republic of China calendar), featuring tribal experience tours, the Lu Sen-bao Forum...
Latest Photo Spot Alert: Hidden Corners of TheSiam Hotel in Bangkok
TheSiam is located by the Chao Phraya River and is one of the top luxury hotels in Bangkok, Thailand. Its design features black and white as the main colors, while incorporating greenery and sunlight to give guests a warm feeling. Little do people know that there are actually several hidden photo spots within The...
Bukeyashiki (Warrior Residences):: Kakunodate
Almost from the moment Kakunodate was established as a castle town, it became synonymous with cherry blossoms. About 350 years ago, when the second-generation lord of the Satake clan married the daughter of the Sanjonishi family, a noble Kyoto clan, she brought three cherry saplings from Kyoto. These are said to be the origin of the weeping cherry trees in Kakunodate. As time...
Melt-in-your-mouth Bug Bug Chocolate, with 60,000 units sold in record time — Kobayashi Honten :: Japan
Text & Photo = Ike Hiromi