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The Maokong Gondola Convenience Store has opened, making food, drinks, and fun even more convenient!
The Maokong Gondola is a famous landmark in the Taipei area and a must-use transportation option for visiting the zoo and the Maokong area...
The ultimate food festival bonanza – come August 18 at the World Trade Center
The Taiwan Culinary Exhibition is set to take place from August 18 to 21 at Hall 1 of the Taipei World Trade Center. This year is shaping up to be the most rewarding edition yet in the event’s history...
The Blue Highway is set to launch at the end of the year, with routes available from Tamsui to Banqiao.
The development of the Blue Highway is a key project in realizing New Taipei City’s “Four Waters New Capital” vision — “managing water, connecting with water, cleaning water, and permeating water” — aiming to achieve the goal of becoming a “city of great rivers.” The city government also stated that the Huajiang and Zhongxiao piers have been completed...
Tsai Ming-liang Returns to the Theater, Casting Award-Winning Actors in "Only You"
As part of the inaugural "One-Man Show Series" at the National Theater and Concert Hall in 2011, internationally renowned director Tsai Ming-liang brings his world premiere work "Only You," marking his return to the stage after a 27-year hiatus. This year, Tsai is sure to spark new conversation, assembling a stellar cast...
Tainan promotes tourist-friendly taxis, drivers also speak foreign languages
Tainan City has launched tourist-friendly taxis. On the 16th, 27 drivers successfully completed oral examinations and graduated, with a certification ceremony for the “Tainan City Tourist Taxi Driver Training Program” held. Through the service of this first batch of tourist taxi drivers, service quality will be enhanced and a...
Cool off in the summer heat: A global ice treat showcase
The hot summer often leaves everyone feeling lethargic and unmotivated, with no appetite whatsoever. But a bite of a cool, sweet dessert is sure to lower your perceived temperature and instantly banish the summer heat. Yet everyone has their own favorite type of frozen treat...
Budapest Hot Springs Therapy: Hungarian Spa Hotels Offer Discounts
The hot springs therapy in Budapest has a history of thousands of years. Even before the Roman Empire's occupation, the Celts began utilizing the thermal springs. Coupled with the picturesque Danube River and ancient Roman ruins, Budapest’s Spas become even more enchanting...
Fresh Flavors of the Northeast Corner – Hidden Gem: Wǎngyuán Fishery
Craving an incredible view of Guishan Island along with freshly caught seafood? Wǎngyuán Fishery offers both. During the Japanese colonial period, the northeast coast became an exceptional fishing ground due to the convergence of warm and cold ocean currents. At that time...
Travel with music — the Taipei MRT Music Festival kicks off in September
The “2011 Taipei MRT Exit Music Festival” is set to launch on September 10th, with popular bands Won Fu and SKARAOKE leading the charge to ignite the opening of the Taipei MRT Exit Music Festival. This annual music...
Libraries aren’t boring anymore—The National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts brings art to every corner!
"Culture Is Right Around the Corner – Art Express Delivery," planned and hosted by the volunteer team of the Taipei Fine Arts Museum, has used libraries across Taipei as its main hubs to spread the seeds of art since 2011. From the beginning of the year up to now, 19 successful events have been held...
Thailand’s “Little Europe,” The Circle Shopping Street in Bangkok
Bangkok is one of Asia’s premier shopping paradises, not only home to numerous department stores but also a hub for design boutiques. In addition to Siam Square in the city center, Tonglo and H1 are also popular destinations for design-savvy travelers. And The Circle, which opened at the end of last year, is currently the hottest shopping street—rich in exotic charm and dubbed “Bangkok’s Little Europe.”
Summer Love in Lanyang: Jiaoxi Hot Spring Beer Festival
Soaking in hot springs isn’t just for winter. To promote Jiaoxi’s hot springs in summer, the Jiaoxi Township Office specially organized a series of events for the “Jiaoxi Hot Spring Beer Festival” from August 26 to August 28. The festival featured exciting performances, a thousand-person...
Rebuilding an Indigenous Paradise: The Hope and Light of the Bunun Tribe
The establishment of the Bunun Tribe, which brings together Indigenous art, culture, and tourism, began with Pastor Bai Guangsheng returning to his hometown to found the Bunun Cultural and Educational Foundation. It has since expanded into the Bunun Tribe Leisure Farm, allowing the public to get up close with Indigenous life...
“Deer Lodge Hostel” Backpackers’ Home – Free Stay on August 27
To assist communities across the nation in implementing sustainable development, the Council for Cultural Affairs specially launched the “Encounter the Future? Building Green Dream Communities Project” this year. The Yong’an Community in Luye Township, Taitung County, stood out with its “We Are All Family – The Deer Lodge Hostel Friendly...” project.
Achieving great success in his business ventures, Chang Yung-fa was awarded a medal by the Queen of the Netherlands.
Chang Yung-fa, Chairman of the Evergreen Group, received the “Commander in the Order of Orange-Nassau” from Queen Beatrix of the Netherlands on the 21st...
World-renowned chefs gather in Malaysia for the 2011 Malaysia International Gourmet Festival
The 11th annual Malaysia International Gourmet Festival (Fabulous Food 1 Malaysia—Malaysia International Gourmet...)
Cheer for Tohoku, Japan！Online event with exclusive giveaways
Aomori, Iwate, Akita, and Sendai in northern Tohoku are among the most beloved travel destinations for visitors from China. Each season brings unique and captivating scenery, offering a completely different experience with every visit. The “Ultimate Guide to Northern Tohoku,” specially designed for independent travelers, is currently running an online event where participants can enter a lucky draw by simply filling out a short questionnaire. Winners may take home exclusive regional specialties and adorable mascots from Tohoku.
Step into the mountain homeland of the Taitung Bunun Tribe
Taitung can be called the homeland of Taiwan’s indigenous peoples, home to seven indigenous groups within its borders. The warm and music-loving nature of these peoples has nurtured many outstanding singers in Taitung, such as A-Mei, Wang Hong-en, Chen Chien-nien, MATZKA...
A real-life version of Happy Farm: adopt agricultural produce and monitor it online
What kind of spark will emerge when “the internet” meets “agriculture”? Agriculture has always been a traditional industry, yet it is also a vital economic lifeline for Taitung. With technological advancements, Taitung has combined these two to develop the 3D Taitung Online Farm...
Northeast Coast Promotes Tourism: Buy the Golden Fulong Line Tourist Pass and Enter to Win an iPad 2
From now until August 31, anyone who purchases the Golden Fulong Line Tourist Pass in denominations of NT$50, NT$199, NT$299, or NT$599 can redeem an iPad 2 raffle ticket at the Fulong Visitor Center with their stub. Prizes include a grand prize — one Apple iPad 2 with 3G 64GB — and first prizes — two Apple iPad 2 with Wi-Fi 16GB. Raffle ticket redemption ends on August 31 of this year.