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HullettHouse begins to roll out the “Hong Kong Culinary Treasures” promotion
To celebrate HullettHouse’s upscale restaurant St. George in Hong Kong being named one of Asia’s top dining establishments in the 2012 Hong Kong Macau Michelin Guide and receiving the prestigious Michelin one-star award...
Japan's winter festivals are in full swing – ice hot springs on lakes and snow caves to ring in the New Year
The silver-white world of harsh winter and the dazzling snowy landscapes are beautiful sights of Japan’s winter season. Around this time, annual winter festivals and snow activities are in full swing across various regions, attracting visitors to experience them. In addition to the famous Sapporo Snow Festival...
Band member Lu Guangzhong reads aloud on the high-speed train on 2/2; free admission to the book fair with your ticket stub
To promote nationwide reading culture, this year’s special “High-Speed Rail Reading Train” has been arranged, inviting 130 teachers and students from elementary schools in remote areas of Pingtung to visit the “Taipei International Book Exhibition” by taking the high-speed rail on February 2. The spokesperson for this edition of the book fair—singer Lu Guangzhong—will even read the classic literary work The Old Man and the Sea aloud on the train for the schoolchildren, sharing the joy and inspiration of reading.
Enjoy Cherry Blossoms Without Flying to Japan – Encounter a Romantic Blossom Season at Dabagan
Want to admire the breathtaking beauty of blooming cherry blossoms? You can actually see them in Taiwan too. Recently, the Dabagan Cherry Blossom Festival in Sanxia has been buzzing with excitement, featuring vibrant pale pink Prunus campanulata, delicate and elegant Somei Yoshino cherry blossoms, and ethereal Japanese cherry blossoms...
The Taiwan Museum of Railway Images Exhibition Revives the Historical Tracks of the 1970s
The National Taiwan Museum, located in 228 Peace Park, is hosting the "Railway Impressions: 1970s" photo exhibition from now until April 15. The special exhibition showcases over 60 precious images provided by photographer Huang Shumin and Loren Aandahl...
The Sun Moon Lake Nine Tribes Cherry Blossom Festival kicks off today
Right after the Lunar New Year holiday, this year’s “2012 Sun Moon Lake Nine Tribes Cherry Blossom Festival” with the theme “Cherry Blossoms, Pirates, and Lavender” will begin today (1/30) and run for two months until April 1. The event is divided...
The Southern Hemisphere Sky Is Mine～Top 5 “Fly High” Experiences in New Zealand & Australia
When most people think of New Zealand and Australia, they often picture farms, wineries, beaches, and diving. But there are also plenty of “high-altitude experiences” worth trying out. Head to places closer to the sky and explore New Zealand and Australia from a whole new perspective—you’ll discover even more profound joys. With summer in full swing in the Southern Hemisphere, why not take a trip that offers not just ocean and farms, but the entire sky?
The Jeju Wildfire Festival in South Korea sets mountains ablaze to pray for a bountiful harvest
The 15th of the first lunar month is when the Chinese celebrate the Lantern Festival, but in Jeju, South Korea, the Wildfire Festival takes place. This traditional event carries meanings of praying for peace, health, and a good harvest. Now in its 15th year, this year's festival...
Newcomers to Koh Samui can get married in a traditional Thai ceremony on the day—with all wedding expenses fully covered
Following last year’s highly acclaimed Chiang Mai wedding event, the Tourism Authority of Thailand is once again offering 50 spots this year, inviting couples to hold beach weddings on Koh Samui. The wedding date is set for February 24, and in collaboration with multiple travel agencies such as Shih Hsing, Lion Travel, and Southeast Travel...
Lonely Planet offers a free download of its new Christchurch travel guide
The travel guide publisher Lonely Planet has recently released a 45-page post-earthquake Christchurch travel guide, and is expected to publish a new edition of the New Zealand Travel Guide this September, featuring a completely rewritten section on Christchurch...
A Leisurely 2-Day Trip to Geneva, a French-Speaking Gem of Switzerland
Located in southwestern Switzerland, Geneva stands apart from German-speaking Zurich, making it not only Switzerland’s second-largest city but also a hub of the country’s French-speaking region. Although the city center isn’t very large, don’t be in a...
Collect Hello Kitty livery flight destinations and take home your exclusive gold-foil boarding pass
Hello Kitty fans, rejoice！ From today (February 1, 2012) until January 31, 2013, collect all six flight destinations of EVA Air’s Hello Kitty livery flights...
The Fengyuan Art Week kicks off on the 3rd, featuring two-story-tall lanterns showcasing Chinese style
In addition to the Central Taiwan Lantern Festival being held at Taichung’s Wenxin Forest Park this year, the Fengyuan District Office’s Cultural and Arts Plaza will host an Art Week event from February 3 to February 8. The site will display "Loong Shining Across the World" traditional Chinese ink painting lanterns created by nearly 30 painters...
The “Flying Dragon in the Clouds” makes its debut at the Taichung Lantern Festival today, while the “Jadeite Cabbage” attracts attention
The Central Taiwan Lantern Festival kicks off today at the Wenxin Forest Park in Taichung City, running for 12 consecutive days. During the event, visitors can admire the longest main lantern in the history of Taiwan’s Lantern Festival—the “Flying Dragon in the Clouds”—enhanced with light, sound effects, and an electric...
London Olympic merchandise goes on sale online
In less than half a year, the London Olympics (2012/7/27) will kick off. In addition to venue preparations and security drills, the organizers have also started listing eye-catching (and money-making) commemorative merchandise online...
The most beautiful wooden temple in northern Thailand — Wat Prathat Lampang
Lampang, located in northern Thailand, is about an hour and a half’s drive from Chiang Mai. In the early 20th century, it was an important teak trading hub in Thailand. Its grand pagoda temple, Wat Prathat...
The “HAPPY Dragon” appears at the National Father Memorial Hall; mini lanterns to be distributed today
The main lantern of the Taipei Lantern Festival, the “HAPPY Dragon,” was test-lit last night. Designed by the Industrial Technology Research Institute team from the “Dream Gallery” of the Taipei Expo, the entire performance features 3D animation, a dance of fire and water, water screen projections, misted aromas, and full-color...
Tens of Thousands Bike for the Goddess Mazu – Cyclists Across Six Counties Join the Wind-Chasing Ride
Now in its fifth year, the Mazu Million Riders BIKE event continues to draw passionate cyclists every time it’s held. This year, the festivities kick off with dual main venues in Hsinchu and Taichung, and the event will officially begin on February 18. ...
Taipei. Love. A Romantic Map Tour
Following the surge in tourism to Wanhua District driven by the domestic film Monga, the Taipei City Government's Department of Information and Tourism has once again collaborated with director Doze Niu to launch the “Taipei LOVE Map—Taipei. Love. Map,” combining scenes and stills from the movie Love...