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The deadline for submitting your dream and applying for the funding program is approaching fast!
The registration period for the 8th “KEEP WALKING Dream Funding Program” is coming to an end. With a total prize pool of NT$10 million, the program will support 10 dream pursuers. If you have a dream, now is the time to seize the opportunity...
The East Coast Sailfish Season Kicks Off on November 19 — Enjoy Seafood & Learn Spearfishing
Good news for sailfish lovers！ The East Coast Sailfish Season will be held from November 19 to 27 in Chenggong Township, Taitung County. On the opening day, a unique local sailfish deity will be paraded for blessings, and local chefs will...
Challenge to become a Hot Spring Mastermind and get a chance to soak for free!
How much do you know about the hot springs of the North Coast? The Tourism Bureau’s North Coast & Guanyinshan National Scenic Area Administration invites everyone to take on the “Beiguan Hot Spring Mastermind” online challenge. Successfully complete the levels and you could win a free hot spring voucher or limited-edition souvenir!
EVA Airways and UNI Air launch new mainland China routes
EVA Airways and UNI Air announced that starting this winter season, they will add four new routes from Kaohsiung to Zhengzhou, Guilin, Tianjin, and Kunming. Flights from Kaohsiung to Zhengzhou and Guilin commenced on November 14 and 15 respectively, while flights to Tianjin and Kunming...
Surf the Internet at Sea: First Experience on SuperStar Aquarius
Starting now, passengers and crew aboard the cruise ship SuperStar Aquarius can stay in touch with friends and family while visiting various destinations across the Asia-Pacific region via wireless communication, including making calls, sending and receiving text messages and emails,...
The lakeside trail brings you up close to Heaven-Gazing Lake — Xiangtian Lake
Nanzhuang Township is the primary settlement of the indigenous Saisiyat people. Located in Donghe Village, Xiangtian Lake is their sacred site and the venue for their important tribal festival, the Pas-ta’ai (Ritual of the Short People). The festival is held every two years as a minor ceremony and every ten years as a major one...
The 2015 Asian Advertising Conference was held in Taipei
The Taipei City Government's Department of Information and Tourism provided full support to the "Taipei Association of Advertising Agencies (TAAA)" in successfully bidding for the 2015 Asian Advertising Conference. After a 10-year hiatus, the city has once again secured the hosting rights, and it is expected to attract nearly 2,000 advertising industry professionals from over 20 countries and regions around the world.
Flower Expo returns！The Exhibition Hall of Blooming Flowers transforms into a magical floral world
Last year’s Taipei Flower Expo attracted nearly 9 million visitors. Those who experienced its charm will have the chance to relive the magic！From December 24 to April 8, 2012, the Exhibition Hall of Blooming Flowers will host the “20...
Visiting the Forbidden City at Night with a Cultural Treasure Tot as Your Guide
Recently, the Forbidden City Museum has been quite lively in the middle of the night, with a porcelain doll of the “White Glazed Baby Pillow from the Ding Kiln of the Northern Song Dynasty” making appearances. It leads visitors into the “Dwelling in the Fuchun Mountains” painting, exploring its features, meanings, and even having conversations with the figures in the artwork...
Weekly giveaway: Win a couple’s trip by voting for your favorite eco-lifestyle route!
The Council of Agriculture’s Agricultural Travel Network has specially launched the “Colorful 100 Good New Vibes Eco-Lifestyle Route Voting” campaign. Now, simply go online to vote for your favorite itinerary to join the lucky draw. For five consecutive weeks,...
Uninhabited Matsu Islands Launch New Homestay – Everyone Can Be an Island Owner
Being an island owner in peaceful seclusion is something everyone envies. Since residents and military personnel withdrew, Da Wu Island in Matsu has been an uninhabited deserted island for 15 years. This year, the first homestay on Da Wu Island has opened, and the homestay owner...
The Korea Carnival kicks off on November 19th – experience the thrill of skiing!
Want to feel what it’s like to ski? This weekend (the 19th and 20th), at 1 PM, the 2011 Korea Ski Carnival will be held at Miramar in Dazhi. The event will feature a simulated ice slope modeled after a Korean ski run, with national-level ski instructors providing live demonstrations. Professional skiing equipment and snowsuits will be available, allowing the public to freely experience the excitement of skiing and sledding.
Taroko Bicycle Mountain Race – Japanese and Taiwanese Riders Battle for First Place
The 2011 MAXXIS Taroko International Mountain Bike Race will kick off at 6:00 AM this Sunday (the 20th) from Xiulin Junior High School in Xincheng Township, Hualien. This year, the event has specially invited last year’s champion of the Japan Cycling Grand Prix...
The Berlin Philharmonic can be seen worldwide in Taipei!
After a six-year hiatus, the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra is finally returning to Taiwan for the second time. They are scheduled to perform “Opening Night” and “Voice of the King” at 7:30 p.m. tonight and tomorrow (Nov. 18–19) at the National Concert Hall in Taipei. This time, the performances will also be simulcast outdoors at the Taipei Arena, the National Taiwan University of Sport Stadium, Hsinchu County Government Plaza, Taichung Dali High School, and the Hualien Arena, with HD live global streaming via satellite broadcast on the “Berlin Digital Concert Hall.”
A historically unique divination box from the Ketagalan people goes on display
“How Well Do You Know? The Ketagalan History and Culture Special Exhibition” is currently being held at the Ketagalan Cultural Hall and Beitou Hot Spring Museum. This is the first special exhibition in Taiwan themed around the Ketagalan people and is open to the public free of charge...
Lollipop Garden: A Must-Visit New Spot with Stunning Gradient Flower Seas
Taichung Welcomes a New Flower Viewing Spot: The Houli Lollipop Flower Sea Garden, Officially Opened in Late 2017, Is Currently in Full Bloom with Gomphrena and Lantana, Making It a Perfect Holiday Destination for Flower Appreciation, Photography, and Spring Outings. Visitors Can Enjoy Panoramic Views of the Flower Sea from the Small Hills Nearby...
Top 5 Romantic Cherry Blossom Spots for Enjoying the Flowers at Yangmingshan Flower Festival
The Yangmingshan Flower Festival attracts millions of visitors every year to admire the blossoms. The 2018 festival was themed around the "Cherry Blossom Lion," with main attractions located in Yangmingshan Park and the Floral Experiment Center. Visitors can enjoy varieties such as double-flowered cherry, Showa cherry, Yoshino cherry, and Hirado azaleas...
A Grand Collection of Authentic Taiwanese Flavors: 50 Must-Try Local Delicacies (Part 2)
The previous feature introduced 22 unique local delicacies from northern, central, and southern Taiwan. This installment will focus on gifts from eastern Taiwan as well as the outlying islands of Matsu, Kinmen, and Penghu. In addition to well-known specialties, we’ve also scoured the regions for newly launched...
Outdoor Music Feast in Taoyuan: 45-Member Orchestra Performs Without a Conductor
The first performance of this year’s Taiwan Connection Music Festival will kick off on December 3rd (Saturday) at the Plaza of Taoyuan County Arts and Cultural Park. Violin virtuoso Hu Nai-yuan and the Taiwan Connection...
Celebrate the Rice Harvest in Chishang with Hakka Winter Thanksgiving
Known for producing premium rice, Chishang Township in Taitung County will hold the “Premium Rice Winter Thanksgiving” event from November 26 to December 4 to celebrate a year of peace and bountiful harvest. On the opening day, there will be a blessing ceremony for the rice harvest and farming...