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141 Harvest Festivals: Tribal Celebrations Across Eastern Taiwan in July
As summer vacation approaches, the Aboriginal Harvest Festivals (Harvest Festivals) of various ethnic groups in Taitung County will kick off with the Jianong Tribe Harvest Festival in Taitung City on July 3 and continue through early September, totaling 141 events...
Japan is "Totally Fine" – A Historical Tour of Kumamoto and Saga in Kyushu
Is it really safe to travel to Japan now? It has been over three months since the March 11 earthquake, and although radiation levels in most parts of Japan have long been within safe standards, many people remain cautious, seemingly waiting for more travelers to take the first step before they do.
A daily-changing menu at Vietnam’s “no-menu” restaurant – Café Des Amis
Located in Hoi An, Vietnam, Café Des Amis is a “no-menu” restaurant where the enthusiastic owner prepares different dishes every day and even takes time to chat with diners during his free moments. Dining here...
EVA Air’s 20th Anniversary: Hong Kong 2D1N Package from NT$7,600
EVA Holidays has unveiled a newly redesigned official website starting today, featuring added online booking and hotel reservation functions to make itinerary planning more convenient. In addition, to celebrate the 20th anniversary of EVA Air’s flights, it has simultaneously launched the “Beyond Twenty”...
Taipei promotes Confucian culture with new audio guide at Confucius Temple
Recently, the Taipei City Government invited a well-known food critic to design 10 Taipei-style Confucian dishes inspired by the ancient Confucian scholars enshrined in Taipei Confucius Temple, combining their legacies with culinary heritage. Now, Taipei Confucius Temple has officially launched a brand-new...
A passionate summer: The 2011 Penghu Chrysanthemum Island Arts, Music & Beach Festival
Welcoming the summer, music festivals along Taiwan’s coastal areas will also kick off one after another, bringing enthusiasm to the hot season. With its naturally blessed beaches, the Penghu Tourism Association has scheduled this year’s Music & Beach Festival from July 15 to...
The first 1,000 mainland tourists to Taichung can enjoy a "stay one, get one free" hotel offer.
Taiwan officially opens up to independent mainland travelers starting June 28. The Greater Taichung area has launched the “Love Travel Taichung 123 Independent Travel” campaign to attract visitors. The first 1,000 independent mainland tourists visiting Taichung can enjoy benefits such as one night’s accommodation free...
Relive the scene of 50 years ago: bamboo raft races at Dapo Pond in Taitung
To revive the unique cultural charm of Dapo Pond in Chishang Township, Taitung, where bamboo rafts dotted the waters 50 years ago, Dapo Pond will host a "Bamboo Raft Race" and a "Subway Triathlon" event. For those who simply wish to experience rowing a bamboo raft on Dapo Pond, a reservation-only "Bamboo Raft Public Experience Camp" will also be held from July 2 to August 28. During the bamboo raft season, the ticket price is NT$50 per person, while for non-holiday reservations, the price is NT$80 per person.
Convenience stores compete for mainland tourists with "Free Independent Travel Gift Packs" featuring food, drinks, and entertainment.
As the countdown to mainland tourists' free independent travel to Taiwan begins, various industries are gearing up with measures to welcome this wave of tourism. Taiwan boasts the highest density of convenience stores in the world, ranking top in convenience among nations,...
Welcoming summer vacation: Tokyo Disneyland's Flying Magic Carpet opens
In the sunny summer season, Tokyo Disneyland and Tokyo DisneySea will bring endless fun-filled holiday moments to visitors. First up is the Japanese Tanabata Special Event from July 1 to July 7, where at the “Tanabata Welcome Ceremony”...
Flying Miracles Taiwan Edition～Hot Air Ballooning Without Leaving the Country
The long-running Taitung "Season of Flying" event has traditionally focused on paragliding. This year, the Taitung County Government is organizing Taiwan's first-ever hot air balloon carnival, which will take place from July 1 to August 31...
Hong Kong Summer Festival kicks off with great fervor — two-day-one-night trips start from just HK$6,800
Planning a family trip abroad this summer? Why not consider nearby and fun-filled Hong Kong? From now until August 31, Hong Kong is hosting the “Hong Kong Summer Festival,” featuring events such as the Lan Kwai Fong Beer Festival, the Hong Kong Summer Pop Music Festival, and the Hong Kong Book Fair...
Countdown to National Day: 100 Days to Go & Afternoon Tea at 50% Off
What to eat on a hot afternoon? Domestic hoteliers are bucking the summer price hike trend — from July 1 to October 9, they’re offering 50% off on Chinese and Cantonese cuisine during afternoon tea hours, limited to 100 people per day. Plus...
Summer amusement parks – with a chance to win a million in cash
To celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Republic, the Tourism Bureau and theme park operators have jointly launched the “Touching 100, Win a Million” campaign. From July 1 to August 31, every visitor who purchases a ticket to enter the park will receive one raffle stub...
Jiufen and Sun Moon Lake ranked as the most popular attractions
According to statistics from the Tourism Bureau, the number of visitors to Taiwan last year reached 5.567 million, an increase of 26.67%, setting a new historical record. Among them, mainland China replaced Japan as the largest source of tourists. The total annual tourism foreign exchange earnings amounted to approximately...
Admire the night view of Kumamoto Castle and savor horse meat in an imperial setting
Japanese food enthusiasts regard horse meat as a delicacy, best enjoyed fresh and raw. Its pink flesh is even dubbed "cherry blossom meat" and is a famous local specialty in Kumamoto, especially from the Aso region...
Rocker Soul～Get Your Hard Rock On in Macau!
When visiting Macau, you must check out the uniquely themed “Hard Rock” hotel. With its edgy, fashionable style and an abundance of rock-inspired elements, it transforms everyone into a rock star!
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Where to go on vacation this summer? It takes several hours to reach Kenting even if you take the high-speed rail and transfer, but getting to Macau only takes a one-and-a-half-hour flight — no visa required and no language barrier. The Macau Government Tourism Office has partnered with ten travel agencies this summer...
This summer, Hualien is going artistic with weekly concerts
With summer vacation here, the East Rift Valley National Scenic Area Administration has organized Midsummer Lakeside Concerts every Saturday from July 23 to August 13 at the Lianhua Pond Water Stage in Hualien to promote local tourism resources. With fresh, natural music...
Dance Across Taiwan MV Grand Collection – Win a Free Hotel Stay for a Year
Just dance and film an MV while traveling, and you could...