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The Tainan City Free Travel Pass is valid until the end of January.
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle – Tainan City Free Travel: The 88 & 99 Sightseeing & Leisure Bus Passes will be suspended from sale on December 31st. Passes purchased can still be used until January 31, 2011. Consumers who have bought the passes should use them as soon as possible. ...
Shop the smartest way to save money this year
The festive atmosphere is filling the streets as the New Year approaches. Besides being the peak season for year-end cleaning, it’s also the perfect time to give yourself a fresh new look from head to toe. Retailers are rolling out great shopping deals with bonuses for reaching spending thresholds—helping you get everything you need for a joyful New Year celebration. MUJI...
Top New Year’s Dishes Parade in the Year of the Golden Rabbit
What New Year’s dishes should you choose? That’s quite a head-scratcher too...
The Starbucks Reading Store at Shida exudes the fragrance of books
Text/Photos: Chen Yingzhen In the Shida Road area of Taipei City, due to its proximity to National Taiwan Normal University, it has become a uniquely academic district with many distinctive shops. Starbucks has especially opened a new store at the former site of the original Chung Hwa Bookstore...
2011 Taipei’s Lunar New Year Shopping Street: Six Bustling Business Districts Vie for Attention
As the weather gets colder, the festive atmosphere of the Lunar New Year is quietly building up. Every year before the Lunar New Year, families start buying New Year goods, hoping to bid farewell to the old and welcome the new, ushering in prosperity and wealth. This year marks the centennial of the Republic of China, and Taipei...
Universal Studios Japan Celebrates Its 10th Anniversary with a Year of Surprises
March 31, 2011 marks the 10th anniversary of Universal Studios Japan. To thank visitors for their long-time support, a series of exciting celebration events will be launched, themed “The Biggest and Most Special Happy Surprise in Universal Studios History...”
A Big Leap in Macau Tourism
Following a 15% increase in tourist numbers in 2010, Macau will this year expand its e-services and launch an interactive tourism website update plan, enabling travelers from around the world to gain a deeper understanding of Macau through the internet...
A tribute to classic French cinema: Alfred Hitchcock and a special exhibition on historical landmarks
Film enthusiasts are surely familiar with Alfred Hitchcock (1899–1980), and iconic screen stars—like historical landmarks—hold significant importance in cinematic history...
Business travel made simple and stylish—design hotels are all the rage!: Dandy Hotel
By & Photography = Chi Bing-hui, TravelScape
A creative twist on oden broth makes it super convenient
Text & Photo: Chen Yingzhen In the chilly winter, a bowl of hot soup brings immense comfort. Convenience store ready-to-eat meals continue to innovate, aiming to satisfy diverse consumer palates. Japan’s national comfort food—oden—has been...
The Lunar New Year celebration event will be held at Fuji-Q Highland.
To further engage with international tourists, the Yamanashi Prefectural Tourism Promotion Organization (a public interest incorporated foundation) and the Japan Mt. Fuji Association are organizing...
For fifteen years, the art of jade carving has been passed on. Free jade gifts at the grand jade exhibition.
Taiwan’s western region is rich in diverse types of jade, beloved by both domestic and international tourists. The native jade boasts a warm luster and uniquely distinctive patterns. After being skillfully carved by artisans, it transforms into artworks that embody poetic beauty. The Western Coast Jade Festival “Fifteen Years of Jade Art Legacy” exhibition...
The 2011 Hong Kong Arts Festival kicks off with 225 exciting events
Having been held for over 30 years, the Hong Kong Arts Festival has become one of the annual highlights. This year’s 39th edition will grandly commence from February 17 to March 27, spanning 39 days...
Great place for a flower expo family trip:: Dajia Riverside Park
The Dajia Riverside Park area currently features major exhibition facilities such as the Mobile Dome, Eco Theater, Dajia Wharf, Blue Highway, and Carnival Boulevard...
Pale pink cherry blossoms quietly bloom – 2011 Spring Cherry Blossom Sightseeing Information
The cherry blossom symbolizes purity and nobility, and is one of the most beloved flowers among people. This year’s climate has been unusual compared to previous years, especially with continuous cold fronts, causing cherry blossoms in mountainous and colder regions to bloom earlier. The New Taipei City...
Travel around the port city at an unbeatable price – the Kaohsiung MRT Land & Sea Pass goes on sale
It has been over two years since the opening of the Kaohsiung MRT, which has indirectly boosted tourism across the city. Visitors can easily explore the beautiful harbor charm of Kaohsiung. To meet the travel demand during the Spring Festival, Kaohsiung MRT, in collaboration with...
Flower Expo Pop-up Pavilion Photography Contest – Grand Prize of NT$70,000 Up for Grabs
Have you visited the Flower Expo yet? If you’re planning to stop by during the winter vacation or Lunar New Year holiday, don’t forget to take photos at the Pop-up Pavilion “Far Eastern Eco-Ark.” You might just take home the NT$70,000 grand prize. The internationally acclaimed Flower Expo...
The new Yilan New Year cuisine blends tradition with innovation
Catching the last wave of New Year feast orders, the Yilan County Government and seven local Yilan restaurants jointly launched “The Flavors of Lanyang – New Yilan New Year Dishes” on January 21. These dishes are crafted using locally sourced ingredients and creative culinary techniques. The designers behind...
Try these winter hot pot specialties—how many have you tasted?
This winter has been especially cold, and there’s nothing more satisfying than digging into a steaming hot pot dish. When winter comes, Taiwanese people love to gather with friends and enjoy dishes like spicy duck, mutton hot pot, and spicy hot pot. It not only warms the whole body but also...
Book high-speed rail tickets early to enjoy a 30% discount
The early bird catches the worm! Taiwan High Speed Rail (THSR) has launched an early bird discount starting January 26 and adjusted the ticket pre-sale window from 15 days (inclusive) before departure to 28 days (inclusive). Passengers can...