Travel
Charter a flight to Malaysia for Lunar New Year
Have you decided where to spend Lunar New Year yet? Why not head to a tropical island to enjoy the warm sunshine? The Malaysian Tourism Board, in collaboration with travel agencies and airlines, has launched a special charter flight package for winter and Lunar New Year holidays—ClubMed Cherating Bay...
Snap up great deals during the New Year – even wait in line for Sendai’s “Hatsuka-uri”
Among the New Year celebrations in Japan, besides visiting shrines to pray for peace, there are also many festivals and grand events to enjoy. One of Sendai’s nationally renowned New Year events, “Sendai Hatsuka-uri,” which takes place every year on January 2...
Pre-order New Year’s Eve dishes online for hassle-free festive feasts
By Chi Bing-hui As the New Year arrives, mothers and grandmothers get busy preparing New Year’s Eve dishes. Putting together a lavish spread takes considerable effort, and ingredient prices also tend to rise during the holiday season. This year, why not take it easy and...
Relive History and Experience Authentic Japan:: Tenshu Village
Tenshu Village is just a 30-minute drive from Akita Airport and is a preserved village of traditional Japanese architecture. The site centers around Tenshu Castle, surrounded by standalone buildings such as those of traditional samurai families, farmers, iron craftsmen, and textile weavers, along with historical exhibits...
Taroko to Build Taiwan’s First International Tourism Theater
The stunning landscapes and rich indigenous song and dance performances of Taroko will be showcased to more people. Taiwan’s first international tourism theater has been officially planned and is a one-of-a-kind rotating theater in the world. Two giants in the Taiwanese performing arts scene—renowned director Stan Lai...
Narita Airport's Tokyo Food Bar Newly Opened
Stop by Tokyo Food Bar at Narita Airport. It offers dishes and services that match the theme of “a relaxing moment before boarding, Japan’s final food stop,” all with a Narita Airport twist. The decor features...
Winter fun in Yilan: The Sanxing "Silver Willow Festival" kicks off!
When visiting Yilan in winter, besides soaking in hot springs, don’t forget the exciting "Silver Willow Festival" in the Sanxing area. Yilan County’s Sanxing has held the Silver Willow Festival for seven years, and this year's event runs from 2010/12/25 to 2011/...
Great winter vacation destinations: A century-old island loop for just NT$100
The nation is celebrating the 100th anniversary of its founding with great fanfare, and many businesses are offering special deals for just NT$100. Domestic travel during the winter vacation and Lunar New Year holiday is seeing extremely high interest, with the most popular short island loop tours being perfect for family outings. Businesses are promoting...
Win an iPhone 4 by choosing your happy stay
The "Happy Stays: 100 Kinds of Touching Moments – Staying at My Place is the Most Touching PK" campaign by the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications has entered its countdown to the New Year’s Eve moment. The voting activity will end at midnight on January 5th of the 100th year (2011), and all premium hotel and homestay vouchers will be drawn on January 6th...
A Love Story: A Honeymoon in Little Liuqiu Together
Recently, the Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area Administration held an online essay and voting campaign titled “A Love Story,” which concluded on December 15. The top six stories were selected, among which the most memorable was that of a grandfather from the senior group who is...
Explore wildlife and world heritage sites on an in-depth journey through Australia
Looking for an exploration trip away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life? Stay at top-tier mountain resorts in Australia, enjoy the pastoral charm, revisit the Blue Mountains National Park in New South Wales, discover pristine wildlife and colonial historical sites, and enrich your life with a fulfilling intellectual journey...
The first meteor shower of the century arrives on January 4
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the founding of Taiwan, people were treated to the first “heavenly” gift of the year in the first few days of January — the Quadrantid meteor shower. As one of the three major annual meteor showers, this year’s event coincides with a new moon, promising numerous and bright meteors...
Visit the Hidden Hot Spring from the Korean Drama “IRIS” :: Crane’s Hot Spring :: Nyuto Onsen
Text/Photos: Chi Binghui, TravelScape. The Korean drama “IRIS,” produced with a budget of 20 billion KRW, became a huge hit in Japan and Korea. In Taiwan, it was first aired on December 27, 2010, but the drama has already successfully attracted...
January 1, 2011 Taitung 10,000 Steps Walk Event
Take your first step toward health on this "Centennial New Year's Day" milestone. To promote Taitung as a healthy, leisurely, and livable city, the Taitung County Government will launch the nation’s earliest 10,000 Steps Walk event at midnight on January 1, 2011, starting from the countdown party venue at Taitung Seaside Park...
Plum Blossoms "Everlasting Harmony" at Yangmingshan, 2011 Taipei Camellia Exhibition
Taiwan is home to a rich diversity of plant species. The Flower Trial Center on Yangmingshan offers floral sights year-round, with various sections showcasing colorful blooms according to the season. Now in its eighth year, the Camellia Exhibition will...
Round-trip flights to Osaka for under NT$20,000
Jetstar Asia recently announced the launch of “Lunar New Year” round-trip tickets starting from just NT$19,300. Travelers planning to visit Osaka, Japan, should definitely take note of this offer. Osaka Mint Bureau is a famous spot for cherry blossom viewing...
Asian Adventure Tour, The Orient Express Journey
Travel across multiple countries and experience all the exciting attractions in Asia—an enriching and thrilling journey. Now there’s a new alternative to flying or cruising: take a luxurious ride on the Orient Express and explore destinations like Singapore and Bangkok...
“Hong Kong Leisure Pass” offers even more – 10% discount at five major attractions
The “Hong Kong Leisure Pass” promotion, newly launched last year, saw enthusiastic participation from four Hong Kong attractions and was warmly welcomed by travelers from around the world, benefiting over 15,000 visitors in total. This year, Hong Kong Ocean Park, Ngong Ping 360, ...
The Okinawa Nago cherry blossom season kicks off in late January
Located in Okinawa, Nago enjoys a warmer climate, so its cherry blossom season arrives earlier than in other parts of Japan. This year’s Nago cherry blossom season is expected to start in late January, between January 29 and 30, at Nago Central...
A panoramic 360-degree view of the Oga Peninsula: Kanpuu Mountain Observation Deck
Kanpuu Mountain in Oga Peninsula, Akita, features five small volcanoes and two volcanic craters. The road leading to the summit offers scenic views of the surrounding area, while the Kanpuu Mountain Observation Deck at an altitude of 355 meters on the mountaintop rotates once every ten minutes, not...