Travel
Four Taiwanese enterprises head to Queensland to compete for a $30 million travel prize
The "Million Dollar Memo" competition organized by Tourism Queensland has entered its final stage, with four major Taiwanese companies making it to the top 20. They will fly to Queensland on August 22 for an eight-day competition against businesses from around the...
Explore Taitung with Ease: Themed Tourist Shuttle Buses Launched
Beautiful Taitung is perfect for family and friends trips, and following the success of the Taiwan Good Trip—scenic area shuttle buses and the “True Feelings Bus” one-day tour packages, the Taitung County Government has once again launched a large-scale themed event series from summer vacation through the end of the year...
Highlights of Central Taiwan: The Central Region International Light Spots Project Launches
Central Taiwan boasts abundant tourism resources. In recent years, the number of unique restaurants has surged, and arts and cultural spaces have flourished, adding even more vibrancy to the region. On the 24th, the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications and the Taiwan Seen Foundation held the...
Perfect for family trips — experience seasonal fruit picking at leisure farms
Taiwan is bountiful year-round, producing a wide variety of delicious fruits across all seasons, which are beloved by people both domestically and internationally. Family trips are ideal for fruit-picking activities. The Council of Agriculture’s Agri-Travel Network has planned a series of...
Tourism in Japan’s Tohoku region is rebounding, with EVA Air resuming flights to Sendai
After the 311 earthquake and tsunami in Japan, Sendai Airport was flooded and, following months of emergency repairs and restoration, officially reopened on July 25. Most of the major tourist attractions in the Tohoku region have also largely returned to their former state. As the tourism high season in Japan’s Tohoku region begins in late September...
Taipei Holds Its First International Bicycle Film Festival in October
Taipei leads Chinese-speaking regions by becoming the host city of the Bicycle Film Festival (International Bicycle Film Festival; abbreviated as BFF). The “2011 Taipei International Bicycle Film Festival”...
October is a bountiful month for seafood — head to New Taipei City to feast on crabs and abalones
October is a season of rich fishing yields, and New Taipei City boasts a coastline stretching 126 kilometers. The city is home to five major district fishermen's associations — including those in Tamsui, Jinshan, Wanli, Ruifang, and Gongliao — and 30 fishing harbors, the most in Taiwan. Starting this October, it will host a series of events such as the Wanli Crab Festival, Gongliao Abalone Exhibition, Tamsui Sardine Festival, and Ruifang Squid Festival, inviting everyone to enjoy fresh seafood and scenic beauty in New Taipei City!
Hop on the nostalgic train of railway bento boxes at the Wutao Chishang Bento Culture Story Museum
It’s unclear exactly when it started, but eating railway bento while on a train seems to have become a tradition. Visiting the Chishang Bento in Taitung has also become a must-do, almost like a local specialty—just as naturally as having “ah jian” (oyster omelet) in Tamsui. However, the “Wutao Chishang Bento Culture Story Museum” is not just about selling bento boxes; it’s a vibrant exhibition space that combines the history of the bento. With interactive installations and retro decor, it feels like a nostalgic trip back to the days of rushing to catch a train and grabbing a quick meal, bringing back a flood of fond memories.
Halloween fun: Hong Kong Ocean Park’s “Boo-Up October”
The festival where you can boldly “dress up as ghosts and goblins”—Halloween—is coming in October. This traditional and important Western holiday is very popular among children and young people. Parents take their kids out in Halloween costumes to go door-to-door for candy...
The "sister hot spring" of Beitou Hot Springs—Tamagawa Onsen in Akita Prefecture, Japan
Taiwan and Japan both have thriving hot spring cultures, and Beitou in Taiwan and Tamagawa Onsen in Akita, Japan are home to the only two deposits of Beitouite in all of Asia. Recently, the two hot springs announced the official formation of an alliance, symbolizing a new milestone for the hot spring tourism industries in both regions. The governor of Akita Prefecture also traveled to Taiwan to attend the signing ceremony, witnessing this important moment as sister hot springs.
Win plane tickets to see glaciers and taste caviar in Montana!
If you hear someone mention caviar in Montana, located in the U.S. inland, don’t doubt it — because in the pristine waters near Glacier National Park in Montana...
The quality of mainland Chinese tourists visiting Taiwan is under scrutiny, prompting the tourism industry to take joint action
It has been over three years since mainland Chinese tourists were first allowed to visit Taiwan. The average daily number of arrivals has gradually increased from 300 to over 3,000, with the total exceeding 2.57 million. However, due to competition among operators, continuously falling tour package prices, and...
The Taipei International Travel Fair kicks off in November, and the blogger citizen journalist selection has begun
This year’s ITF Taipei International Travel Fair will be held from November 11 to November 14, the largest in scale to date, spanning both Hall 1 and Hall 3 of the World Trade Center, setting a record with 1,500 booths. The organizers, aiming to encourage...
Enjoy a celestial Mid-Autumn moon while staying with us — unlimited barbecue buffet included
As summer vacation draws to a close, the Mid-Autumn Festival is just around the corner. The cool autumn evenings are perfect for barbecues and moon gazing. This year’s Mid-Autumn Festival falls on a Monday, coinciding with a long holiday. Yangmingshan Tienlai Retreat has launched a special BBQ unlimited buffet promotion...
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle’s cross-county collaboration: 2D1N in Zhubei & Miaoli for just NT$999
This year’s newly launched “Shishan Line” and “Shishan Nanzhuang Line” of Taiwan Tourist Shuttle in Hsinchu County connect key attractions in the area, joining forces with Miaoli’s “Nanzhuang Line,” “Xianshan Line,” and “Xiangtianhu Line,” making it convenient for travelers to explore both Hsinchu and Miaoli...
Unlike authentic Confucius Mansion Cuisine, Taipei Confucian Cuisine officially debuts on the table
The Taipei City Government officially launched "Taipei Confucian Cuisine" in June this year. After nearly two months of promotion among local businesses, there are now 32 restaurants participating in the campaign. In addition to well-known establishments such as the Grand Hotel Taipei, Din Tai Fung, Pin Jyun Hsuan, and Yong Fu Lou...
European-style rural charm at Taoyuan's Prado Homestay
In recent years, homestays have become extremely popular, with various design styles creating diverse environments—some even becoming backdrops for idol dramas. Characteristic homestays typically have limited rooms and often require booking weeks in advance. This Prado Homestay, located in...
Soaking in hot springs combined with hiking—Taitung Big Camping Event
Autumn is the perfect season for camping. How delightful it is for families to immerse themselves under the cool starry sky together. In October and November, operators are launching the “This Is How You Play in Taitung!” themed event, combining camping, hot spring soaking, healthy hiking...
Cool off this summer at these hidden gems in the Northeast Coast!
On a sweltering summer day, you want to snorkel, take a yacht out to ride the waves, chow down on juicy meat, and enjoy ice-cold treats. The nearby Northeast Coast fits all these desires perfectly. The well-preserved Longdong Bay offers a sea floor where you can see starfish and sea urchins, as well as...
Falling ticket prices！It's the perfect time to celebrate Halloween at Hong Kong Disneyland
This year during Halloween, the legendary “Headless Horseman” will make his first-ever appearance at Hong Kong Disneyland, leading a parade of ghosts and goblins as they roam the park in search of his lost head！Hong Kong has relaxed travel restrictions for Taiwanese visitors. Starting September 1...