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European festive season kicks off as Christmas markets continue for a whole month
The month-long (November 24 to December 24) Christmas markets, held from Advent to Christmas Eve, are a major festive event in many European cities. Now, in Germany, both big cities and small towns have started holding Christmas markets (Weihnachtsmarkt) since the end of November...
Taiwan Selected as One of the World’s Top 10 Travel Destinations by Lonely Planet
The global backpackers’ bible, Lonely Planet (寂寞星球), and its community of travel enthusiasts have unanimously recommended Taiwan as one of the world’s top ten best travel destinations for 2012. In addition to preserving a wealth of...
2012 Fashion Forward: JANSPORT’s New Backpacks Hit the Market
The popular American backpack brand JANSPORT has launched its 2022 new collection, Up！ Known globally for its classic school backpack series, JANSPORT introduces this year not only a variety of vibrant new colors...
A new era of new media art has arrived, where sound awakens Giuseppe Castiglione’s paintings
Imagine using sound to bring Giuseppe Castiglione’s “Spring Blossoms in a Bower” to life, immersing yourself in the vibrant spring scenes of birds chirping and flowers blooming; step into Wen Zhengming’s “Snow-Covered Mountains and Passes,” and lose yourself in the winter wonderland crafted by layers of light and snow...
Swimmers from Taipei Physical Education College and Nuannuan High School's Long-Distance Swimming Team Take the Crown in Dapeng Bay Swim!
The "2011 Centennial National Swim Across Dapeng Bay Long-Distance Swimming Event," jointly organized by the Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area Administration of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications' Tourism Bureau and the Republic of China Swimming Association, commenced at 8:00 AM on the 26th at the Dapeng Bay International Leisure Zone in Donggang, Pingtung County...
Rustic Cabin Outdoor Hot Spring Experience ~ Donggang Xiuchuan Hot Spring Resort
The predecessor of Donggang Xiuchuan Hot Spring Resort was Ruisui Spring Hot Spring, covering an area of four hectares. "Donggang" refers to the eastern rugged mountains, and "Xiuchuan" refers to the Xiuguluan River. Both the main building and the hot spring cabins feature a Japanese-style design. The hot springs here come from...
Perfectly unpolluted hot spring water – The Carlton Beauty Spring Spa
Nestled by the Youluo River, The Carlton Beauty Spring Spa is located in the deepest part of the Jianshi Hot Spring area. With no noisy crowds, it offers a serene and tranquil atmosphere. ...
Soak in a soothing, all-over rejuvenating "beauty bath" at Sichongxi Hot Springs
Sichongxi is located within Checheng Township, boasting the geographical advantage of being surrounded by mountains. It was discovered as early as during the Guangxu reign of the Qing Dynasty, and after the establishment of the Republic of China, it was ranked among Taiwan’s four famous hot springs, alongside Yangmingshan, Beitou, and Guanziling Hot Springs...
The Joy of Soaking Outdoors – Asahi Hot Springs
During the Japanese colonial period, Asahi Hot Springs was known as “Asahi Onsen” due to its east-facing location. It boasts Taiwan’s only undersea hot springs, a rare phenomenon also found only in Japan and Italy. The formation of these underwater hot springs occurs when seawater seeps deep beneath the island, is heated by geothermal energy, and then rises to the surface due to increased pressure.
A Century-Old Imperial Favorite Hotel—Kagaya
Kagaya, a century-old hotel in Japan that has ranked first in the “Experts’ Choice: Top 100 Japanese Hotels & Ryokans” for 30 consecutive years, has opened its first overseas branch in Beitou, right next to Taiwan’s first hot spring inn, “Tengu-an...”
Blend the timeless beauty of spring light~ Longshan Su’ao Hot and Cold Spring Resort
The resort is located in the Su’ao Cold Spring area, and is the only five-star resort in the country that combines both cold and hot springs. Surrounded by mountains on three sides and embracing the stunning sunrise and sunset over the Pacific Ocean, it is close to the Nanfang’ao Fishing Port and Wushikan Scenic Area. Just a 15-minute drive from Su’ao New Station, you can transition from the bustling city to this Yilan paradise. The rustic cultural charm blends seamlessly with the unspoiled natural landscape, offering an irresistible spring spa experience that refreshes the mind, body, and soul.
The beginning of dreams by the Little Fishing Village of Xuhai ~ Peony Bay Villa
Located in the Xuhai Tribe of the Peony Township, once a restricted area requiring entry permits, stands the exceptionally tranquil Peony Bay Villa. With its natural and rustic style and an abundance of wooden furnishings, it attracts many urban refugees in need of...
Shanshui Fenglu Art Museum ~ Pushi Lizhi
What defines the transcendent beauty of mountains, water, and nature? The artistic space of Pushi Lizhi harmoniously blends with the elements of sky, earth, mist, springs, and streams, exquisitely situated on the weir edge of Wulai Hot Springs. As the name suggests, Pushi is nestled in the misty thermal valley like unpolished jade...
Designed by international design masters ~ Hualien Ideal Grand Resort
Ideal Grand Resort boasts a vast area of 250 hectares, equivalent to the size of Yonghe City—an exceptional advantage not found in just any hotel. Planned by the world-renowned design team WAT&G, the creators behind...
Endless fun in the water and hot springs～Baxian Coast - Datang Hot Spring Story
Datang Hot Spring Story was renovated from the former cultural exhibition hall of Baxian Amusement Park. With the theme of the “Tang Dynasty,” peonies and calligraphy works can be seen everywhere, exuding a rich Chinese ambiance. The tropical-style public hot spring pools include both cold and hot baths,...
The most beautiful mountain scenery and clouds in Wulai ~ Fragrant Land Wulai
Adjacent to the Nanshi River and boasting the most stunning mountain views and drifting clouds in Wulai, coupled with service that surpasses five-star standards and a visual experience of Southeast Asian leisure, it leaves visitors amazed. ...
Free riverside hot springs ~ Wulai Open-Air Public Bath
Day or night, rain or shine, the public baths in Wulai Scenic Area are always bustling with visitors. You can enjoy the most natural and unpolluted pure hot spring water—completely free of charge.
The most magnificent palace of the French royal family – the Palace of Versailles
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Run from the groom’s chase: Paiwan tribal mass wedding features bride’s great escape
Having an unforgettable wedding ceremony is surely a dream for many women. On November 26 and 27, the 2011 Austronesian Tribal Wedding event held at the Maqatu Visitor Center in Pingtung County saw 12 couples dressed in indigenous...
Share on Facebook for a chance to win a free flight to China for Chinese New Year!
Starting December 1st, simply write about your airport travel experiences and tips on the SkyTeam Facebook page. The traveler with the most votes will win a prize provided by that month’s member airline. The December prize will be offered by...