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Autumn for Foodies: A 5-Day, 4-Night Gourmet Journey in Central Japan
As the cool autumn breeze sets in and the season of bountiful produce arrives, food-loving gourmets are ready to indulge. Head to the Hokuriku region of central Japan, a melting pot of exquisite flavors, to savor local and signature dishes that will delight your taste buds...
The Tainan Hot Spring Music Festival kicks off this Saturday, with Guanziling offering new hot spring experiences
The winter series of events “Colorful, Romantic, and Joyful Siraya – My Rural Tourism” will begin on October 22, starting with the “Century-Old Premium Hot Springs – Guanziling Hot Spring Music Festival”! The event will feature special performances by Diva A-Lin, Princess of the Cold Baling Liang Wen-Yin, and all-original talent Yan Jue, among others. To promote tourism, the local area has also launched package tours, with two-day trips starting at NT$1,999 per person, and shuttle bus routes from Chiayi High-Speed Rail Station to Guanziling and Wushantou Scenic Area for independent travelers.
Experience the prosperity of the Silk Road as the desert comes alive in a science and education museum
From October 29, the special exhibition "Journey Through Time on the Silk Road" will be held at the Shilin Science and Education Museum, featuring precious historical relics and specimens from the Silk Road provided by the American Museum of Natural History. The exhibition combines realistic natural dioramas, captivating films, high...
Get ready for the Taipei International Travel Fair (TaipeiITF)! Online event to give away iPad2 and cameras
The highly anticipated Taipei International Travel Fair (TaipeiITF) will take place next month from November 11 to 14. Now in its 25th year (19th edition), the scale of the Taipei Travel Fair has expanded like never before...
Delicious Tastes by the Coast: Creative Dishes Unveiled at the Yunlin–Chiayi–Tainan Good Food Festival
Taiwan is surrounded by the sea, which has led to a thriving marine fishing industry, allowing Taiwanese people to enjoy delicious mountain-and-sea delicacies. Among them, the Yunlin–Chiayi–Tainan Coastal National Scenic Area offers ingredients such as spicy mullet roe, fresh oysters, and milkfish. The Yunlin–Chiayi–Tainan Management Office...
The Century-Old Story of “Us”: Masterpieces from the National Museum of History Go on Display
This year marks the centennial of the founding of the Republic of China. From the beginning to the end of the year, a rich array of centennial celebration events have taken place, ranging from grand and lively commemorative ceremonies to historical retrospectives featuring precious historical materials. The National Museum of History (NMH) tells the century-long story of “us” through the life memories of the people...
The Hot Spring Food Carnival kicks off—bring a voucher and the second person gets in for just NT$100 for a soak.
With the weather turning cooler recently, Taiwan has entered the peak season for hot spring bathing. How can you enjoy a soak at the best price? The Tourism Bureau has partnered with over a hundred businesses across 17 hot spring areas nationwide to launch a “Discount Passport.” In addition to 120 shops offering exclusive perks through this passport...
Explore Lanyang with rural fun and slow travel
Wellness is in vogue, and rural tourism is booming. In recent years, many have included rural attractions in their family travel itineraries. Not only can you get close to nature, but there are also various hands-on activities that provide both education and entertainment. In Dongshan Township, Yilan County...
Nantou Boosts Tourism with 500 Job Openings on Oct. 16
Nantou County has become one of the main destinations for mainland Chinese tourists visiting Taiwan. During holidays, visitors often flock to scenic spots such as Sun Moon Lake, Puli, and Xitou. While this boosts business for local operators, it also leads to a shortage of manpower—especially since...
More beautiful at night: Little Yehliu Recreation Area gets a makeover
This year, Little Yehliu Recreation Area has introduced nighttime lighting, featuring ocean-themed light installations that dance along with the waves at night, casting joyful gleams. The entire area is no longer as dark and dull as before. With these new lights...
Taiwan’s Finest Souvenirs: Specially Selected Yilan Local Delicacies
Yilan’s beautiful mountains and clear waters are already well known. In recent years, under the guidance of the Council of Agriculture (COA), Executive Yuan, and various agricultural associations, the region has been fully committed to developing distinctive souvenirs. With carefully selected fresh ingredients, agricultural specialty processed goods have taken on a new look;...
The world’s most grueling mountain race — Sabah’s “Kinabalu” awaits your challenge
Mount Kinabalu in Sabah, eastern Malaysia, known as the "Sacred Mountain," stands at 4,095 meters, making it the highest peak in Southeast Asia and one of UNESCO’s World Natural Heritage sites. Its rich natural ecosystem offers...
Stroll through the Beitou art district – Guandu area, 2011 Guandu Arts Festival
Guandu is a habitat for migratory birds. In addition to its unique natural environment, it is also brimming with artistic charm. Since 1993, the National Taiwan University of Arts has held a month-long international arts festival every October. This...
Romantic Ranch, Romantic Encounters – Thailand’s A Cup of Love
When most people think of traveling in Thailand, Bangkok is usually the first thing that comes to mind. However, this vast and resource-rich country is home to countless scenic spots just waiting to be discovered. In Nakhon Ratchasima Province in northeastern Thailand, within the Wang Nam Keaw area (which means “Green Water Bay” in Thai)...
Trees can be planted with slingshots too！Afforestation in Thai national parks is super easy
Have you heard of tree planting with slingshots? In Thailand’s Thap Lan National Park, seeds are shot out using slingshots to help trees propagate. Thap Lan National Park is about 200 kilometers from Bangkok and is part of...
Hawaii Launches a New Kauai Movie Tour Experience
In Hawaii, Taiwanese tourists generally only know about Oahu. Because they have to take an additional domestic flight from Oahu to Kauai, and due to the inconvenience and cost of transporting luggage, Kauai is often overlooked by consumers in the Taiwanese market...
MSPC’s new autumn/winter collection is now available, with the preppy-style HOPE bag set to launch
The trendy bag brand “master-piece (MSPC PRODUCT)” from Osaka, Japan, is known for its artisan-crafted designs and made-to-order customization, winning popularity among many. In 2011, it laun...
The starting point and endpoint of happiness: Taichung’s Fulfillment Church
Solemn, exotic-style churches have always evoked a dreamy and romantic atmosphere, making them popular spots for couples to take wedding photos. Fulfillment Church in the mountainous area of Wufeng, Taichung, is one of the buildings within the Jinling Mountain Religious and Leisure Park...
Current Report on Thailand’s Flood Situation: Only Certain Areas Affected
This year in Thailand, unusually heavy and intense rainfall has led to flooding in some regions, drawing considerable international attention. Extensive media coverage has caused many tourists to hesitate about visiting. The Tourism Authority of Thailand also announced today...