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East Coast Recruits 100 Travel Enthusiasts for Exclusive Dining, Fun, and Adventure
To celebrate the centennial of the founding of the nation and promote tourism development in Hualien and Taitung, the East Coast National Scenic Area Administration (ECNSAA) specially planned the “Travel 100 Kilometers, Celebrate 100 Years – Recruit Travel Enthusiasts” campaign earlier this year. The campaign has curated 11 travel routes, including cycling adventures along the East Coast, the BIKE Green Island Low-Carbon Cycling Tour, Siouguluan River Rafting Sightseeing, and the Qialulan Handicraft Market. Visitors can freely choose which routes to join. The top 100 participants who join the most routes will be awarded the “East Coast Honorary Friend” card, granting them exclusive discounts on dining, entertainment, and more across Hualien and Taitung. Hotel stays can even be upgraded to presidential suites!
China’s Dubai-like New Attraction: The Giant Pit Features the World’s Lowest-Elevation Hotel
While the world is busy building skyscrapers, the “Shimao Quarry InterContinental Hotel” located in the Shanghai Songjiang National Scenic Area is doing just the opposite — creating the world’s lowest-elevation five-star hotel. It is the first-ever...
Autumn travel long-stay: Seven routes for an in-depth exploration of Taiwan
After the Mid-Autumn Festival, the autumn atmosphere deepens. Have you thought about where to travel during this cozy season? Domestic hotel operators have launched different three-day-two-night itineraries at seven of their properties, allowing the public to roam various corners of Taiwan in autumn...
Celebrating Three Years with New Elements: Cirque du Soleil’s “ZAiA”
Cirque du Soleil’s “ZAiA” has almost become a must-see performance for visitors to Macau. This September marks three full years since “ZAiA” debuted at The Venetian Macao. To celebrate this milestone and welcome the next chapter, “ZAiA” has introduced brand-new artistic elements to refresh the audience’s experience.
The island where Zeus hid his love — Aegina Island
Located about 20 kilometers southwest of Port Piraeus, Aegina Island is said to be the place where the lovesick Zeus hid his mistress, Aegina. Due to its proximity to Athens — with a sailing time of less than an hour — it has become the perfect spot near the capital to experience island life...
Hotel star ratings are no longer the only reference—Taiwan’s comprehensive lodging evaluation system is here
Since the Tourism Bureau launched its hotel star rating certification, the third wave of evaluations for 19 hotels was completed last week. To date, a total of 182 hotel operators have applied, with 102 receiving star certification. With the “star” endorsement, star-rated hotels are in high demand, and the number of hotels wishing to participate in the evaluation has recently surged. The Tourism Bureau has decided to extend the discounted registration period until August 31, 2012, giving hotel operators ample time to upgrade comprehensively and join the ranks of star-rated establishments.
A Swing Wedding: 30 Couples Tie the Knot in a Paiwan Tribe Ceremony
As the centennial wedding fever continues to sweep the nation, coupled with the recent success of the film "Seediq Bale," the joint Paiwan tribal wedding held in Taitung on September 10th attracted registrants from all over Taiwan. On that day, 30 couples pledged to walk hand in hand for a lifetime. In addition to the soon-to-be-married couples, exemplary spouses celebrating their 10th, 20th, 30th, 40th, and 50th anniversaries also appeared to share tips on marital bliss. To experience the charm of this unique ceremony, don’t miss the upcoming “Grassland Wedding” on October 9th at Taitung Forest Park.
Celebrate the "German Oktoberfest" and indulge in classic German cuisine
Every year from late September to early October is when Germany holds its Oktoberfest, an annual major festival in Munich that lasts for two consecutive weeks. In recent years, similar events have started to be held in various countries, incorporating elements of German cuisine during this time...
Explore exciting Macau in just 3 days and 2 nights—fun, food, and an incredibly fulfilling experience!
In the past, most people visiting Macau treated it merely as a stopover on the way to Hong Kong, with few choosing to stay overnight for a day or two. However, in recent years, Macau has seen a growing number of large-scale entertainment resorts. These complexes integrate hotels, vacation experiences,...
Immerse yourself in a spiritually enriching spa experience at Malaysia’s “Tanjonjia Resort”
To enjoy a comfortable soak amidst the scenery of Southeast Asia, be sure to stay at a local resort, quietly admire the delightful views, and experience traditional spa treatments and exquisite cuisine. Malaysia’s Tanjong Jara Resort is a hotel that has been in operation since 1979...
Open the time capsule and visit the city where fairy tales originated.
The fairy tales that grew up with everyone—when it comes to the Brothers Grimm and Hans Christian Andersen, surely no one is unfamiliar. But do you know where the locations in “Little Red Riding Hood” and “Sleeping Beauty” from Grimm’s Fairy Tales are? The ancient castle standing in the forest—Sababurg—is the setting of “Sleeping Beauty,” and is now an ancient castle hotel; “Little Red Riding Hood” originates from the area between Alsfeld and Schwalmstadt, where unmarried women wore little red hats. The early cartoon “The Story of Lena” is set in Switzerland, and Hans Christian Andersen’s hometown is actually Odense in Denmark. Let’s return to our childhood and immerse ourselves in these sweet stories.
An affordable and relaxing holiday paradise – Maldives hotel promotions
The dreamy beauty of the Maldives is a vacation paradise many yearn for, yet high hotel prices often discourage people from going. But actually, a trip to the Maldives can be budget-friendly. During the off-peak travel season...
The president champions tourism, linking "Seediq Bale" to Penglai tea
To celebrate the centennial of the Republic of
A Michelin three-star itinerary in Tainan for just NT$999 per person
With the release of the movie “Seediq Bale,” whose director Wei Te-sheng is from Tainan, and the arrival of migratory birds such as black-faced spoonbills and black-tailed gulls in large numbers to Tainan’s “Qigu” and “Beimen” areas after the Mid-Autumn Festival for wintering, this has also spurred...
Renowned Shanghai Dim Sum Spot —— Green Wave Pavilion
First-time visitors to Shanghai will almost certainly include the Yu Garden in their itinerary. This is a private garden that once belonged to a Ming Dynasty provincial governor and is one of the representative classical gardens of the Jiangnan region. The garden is always bustling with waves of both domestic and international tourists. Just...
Rising as an Asian cycling city, Kaohsiung builds its second bicycle bridge
With growing public awareness of healthy cycling and increasingly comprehensive bike lane infrastructure across cities and counties, Kaohsiung City has announced the construction of its second elevated bicycle corridor — a bicycle bridge over Zhongshan 4th Road at Kaisyuan 4th Road. The groundbreaking ceremony was held yesterday...
Travel ebook "New Taipei ALLin Play" available for free download on iPad
The use of ebooks in travel is becoming increasingly popular, allowing tourists to explore without carrying heavy guidebooks. The New Taipei City Government has officially launched its travel guidebook "New Taipei ALLin Play," emphasizing "one book per person, all-in-one experience," and offering four language versions—Traditional Chinese, Simplified Chinese, English, and Japanese—for free download on iPad. The Traditional Chinese magazine version is also available for purchase at major bookstores.
"A River Runs Through It" Returns to the Big Screen, Showcasing Montana’s Breathtaking Scenery
The U.S. state of Montana has long been known as the "Green Hollywood," with many famous films such as "A River Runs Through It," "Whispers in the Dark," "The Perfect Storm," and "What Dreams May Come" all shot in Montana. Numerous Hollywood stars, directors, and producers have also chosen to build vacation cabins, ranches, or even invest in the state.
Choose your seat – Singapore Airlines now lets passengers pre-select their seats
Airline services are getting more convenient. Singapore Airlines has announced that starting today, economy class passengers can directly pre-select their seats when booking through any ticketing system. Previously, only passengers who booked on the Singapore Airlines website...
Hokkaido Welcomes Red-Crowned Cranes, Taipei Promotes “Small Joys” Travel
The Hokkaido Prefectural Government and Kushiro City Government gifted precious red-crowned cranes to Taipei City. On the evening of the 13th, Tourism and Communications Bureau Director Zhao Xinpeng took the opportunity of her trip to Japan to welcome the cranes, introducing at a welcome banquet hosted by the Japanese side...