Travel
The Busan International Travel Fair kicks off, and I recommend the new global tourism brand
To strengthen marketing efforts in the Korean market, Taiwan participated in the "2011 Busan International Travel Fair" and the industry... held from September 2 to 5 at the Bexco Convention Center in Busan Metropolitan City
Sweet September: Taitung’s Series of Joint Wedding Events Begin
The first Taitung Wedding Cuisine and Souvenir Competition saw five wedding cuisine teams and 18 souvenir teams (with 29 entries in total) make the shortlist. After fierce competition, the judges announced the winner yesterday (September 1)—Luming Hot Spring Hotel...
Tourists line up just to try them out: Top 5 must-try bubble tea brands in Taichung
Taiwanese bubble tea has become increasingly diverse and rich, with fresh milk tea and brown sugar-based drinks being among the must-tries. Recently, brown sugar tapioca fresh milk has taken Taichung by storm, leading to the rise of many popular bubble tea shops, including...
Feel the nostalgia and admire the moon at the Lin An Tai Historic House during the Mid-Autumn Festival
There’s a new spot to admire the moon this Mid-Autumn Festival. Remember the Lin An Tai Historic House in the Taipei Expo Park? The Taipei City Government will host an event titled “A Century of Mid-Autumn, Taipei Shines Bright” at the Lin An Tai Historic House from 3:30 PM to 9:30 PM on Saturday, September 10. Free commemorative mooncakes will also be given out, allowing visitors to enjoy the moon while receiving gifts.
A top-tier luxury feast kicks off Hong Kong’s Wine & Dine Month
This year’s “Hong Kong Wine & Dine Month” will take place from October 27 to November 30, kicking off with the “Hong Kong Wine & Dine Festival,” which combines world-class wines, gourmet cuisine, music, and entertainment...
Decoding the Headhunting Mission: National Taiwan Museum Presents a Sediq Heritage Exhibition
The Taiwanese film *Seediq Bale* sparked a wave of enthusiasm at the Venice Film Festival and across Taiwan. To gain a fuller understanding of the culture of the Sediq people, the National Taiwan Museum is presenting the “Return of the Braves: Seediq Bale Heritage Exhibition” from now until October 30.
Visit Leofoo Village during the Mid-Autumn Festival holiday — adult tickets at NT$590, kids’ tickets free
This year’s Mid-Autumn Festival falls on a Monday, resulting in a three-day long weekend — perfect for a family outing. Leofoo Village Theme Park in Guanxi, Hsinchu, is offering special Mid-Autumn promotions over these three days. From September 10 (Sat) to September 12...
Mid-Autumn isn’t just about mooncakes — there are plenty of local gift options
Mooncakes aren’t your only option for Mid-Autumn gifts. In fact, regional specialties from across Taiwan also make great choices. Department stores have launched a series of gift box displays for this festive occasion, featuring everything from Hong Kong and Taiwanese mooncakes, pastries...
The Enchanting and Bizarre Rocky Wonders of Little Yehliu on the Seaside
Little Yehliu in the East Coast National Scenic Area is located north of Fugang Fishing Port. Geological processes have created unique rock formations such as monocline ridges, honeycomb rocks, turtle-back rocks, tofu rocks, and mushroom rocks. The striking landscape resembles that of Yehliu in the North Coast, hence earning the name...
Budget airline deals kick off, AirAsia tickets all at 20% off
AirAsia has once again launched selected promotions, with all international and domestic flights enjoying a 20% discount across the board. Customers only need to book through the AirAsia...
Lively Mid-Autumn Celebrations: Taichung’s “Moon Champion of Taiwan” Gala & Food Carnival
The consecutive holidays of the Mid-Autumn Festival are just around the corner, and exciting activities across counties and cities are highly anticipated. This year, Taichung City’s “Moon Champion of Taiwan” Mid-Autumn Gala is pioneering a collaboration with the Greater Taichung Food Carnival for the first time. It will take place on Mid-Autumn Festival, September 12th, from 3:30 PM to 9:30 PM at...
Fun and Educational: A One-Day Farm Trip for Families in New Taipei City
New Taipei City covers an area of over 2,000 square kilometers and boasts diverse landscapes such as mountains, streams, tea plantations, and farmland. The government is actively promoting the development of leisure agriculture. Starting September 10 this year, it has planned various one-day farm tour packages...
Dreamy Princess-Themed Desserts at Taichung’s Grace Patisserie
Each delicate dessert melts smoothly in your mouth, not only healing the soul but also filling you with happiness. Add in romantic ambiance, and you might just feel like a princess yourself. Located on Daye Road in Taichung, the patisserie “Grace Patisserie” is a favorite among women, featuring a two-story building with a pure white exterior and elegant, refined décor. It’s an especially delightful spot to enjoy cake and afternoon tea.
Blending Thai and Japanese styles, a top resort opens on Koh Samui
This private island resort boasts breathtaking dreamlike scenery, along with tranquility, comfort, and a high level of privacy, making it a favorite among political and business elites as well as a honeymoon destination for couples. This summer, a top-tier resort...
Improving Flight Quality to Offshore Islands: Uni Air Purchases New Aircraft from France
Uni Air has purchased 10 ATR 72-600 passenger aircraft from French aircraft manufacturer ATR, and today held a signing ceremony. The newly acquired aircraft are Taiwan’s first digital turboprop planes, primarily slated for routes to offshore islands such as Kinmen, Penghu, and Matsu...
Easier ticket purchase: Taiwan Tourist Shuttle – Sun Moon Lake Line tickets now available at 7-11
Since its launch in March last year, the “Taiwan Tourist Shuttle” transportation ticket has been popular among tourists, surpassing 100,000 ridership trips. This summer alone, the number reached as high as 23,000, showing that this ticket has become one of the most-used...
Montblanc Global Special Exhibition: Two Centuries of Swiss Antique Watches Come to Taiwan
This year marks the 190th anniversary of the invention of the chronograph, and Montblanc has specially collaborated with the Swiss International Watch Museum (Musée international d’...
3-Day Trip to Berlin, a Major German City
The German capital, Berlin, is definitely one of the must-visit cities in a lifetime. The city not only boasts historical landmarks left from the East–West Germany division era, architectural icons like Bauhaus, but also the UNESCO-listed Museum Island. Moreover, the efficiency with which the German urban landscape has rapidly regenerated from the devastation of being a WWII defeated nation, along with its well-developed transportation system, makes it easy to see why it has become one of the leading countries in the EU. The basic itinerary is three days, but if you have more time, you can add sites such as the Jewish Museum Berlin, the Bauhaus Archive, and Tiergarten.
70th Anniversary of the Battle of Wake Island, Commemorative Events Launched in Guam
In 1941, when Japan launched its surprise attack on Pearl Harbor, Guam and Wake Island were also severely attacked. At that time, Wake Island was defended by a garrison made up of navy personnel, sailors, soldiers, and residents. After being attacked by Japan...
Uni Air and Mandarin Airlines launch Taoyuan–Yancheng route
Cross-strait exchanges are becoming increasingly frequent. Starting September 7, Mandarin Airlines and Uni Air have respectively launched the Taoyuan–Yancheng route, with two round-trip flights per week. Mandarin Airlines will operate Boeing B737-800 aircraft, offering 8 business class seats and...