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South Korea’s cherry blossom season kicks off in Jeju first, with Seoul blooming in mid-April
Stowing away ski gear and bidding farewell to the snow-covered winter, South Korea will don a colorful new look to welcome travelers from around the globe. According to forecasts from the Korea Meteorological Administration, the first wave of cherry blossoms in South Korea this year is expected to bloom around March 24 in...
China Airlines teams up with hospitals in central, southern and northern Taiwan to launch health checkup and medical tourism packages for mainland visitors in April
In February, Lion Travel just launched a medical aesthetics and health checkup tour package in collaboration with Silks Place. Today, China Airlines announced that starting in April, it will partner with Shin Kong Wu Ho-Su Memorial Hospital, Chang Bing Show Chwan Memorial Hospital, and E-Da Hospital to offer the first-ever in Taiwan premium health checkup and medical aesthetics travel product tailored for mainland visitors...
The 2012 Spring Wave Music Festival kicks off in Kenting on April 7
The annual "Spring Wave Music Festival" is about to heat things up again this year, set to rock at the Spring Wave Stage in Kenting, Pingtung on April 7. The lineup includes the new “Four Heavenly Kings” of music – JJ Lin, net-famous singer-songwriter Della Ding, the new soul king Show Lo, as well as the talented and charismatic idols Yoga Lin, the popular Finnish-Taiwanese duo Super8 & Tab, Taiwan’s latest reggae sensation MATZKA, the ever-popular indie pop band Sodagreen, and Taiwan’s most internationally acclaimed rock star Jolin Tsai, who will deliver an electrifying 8-hour non-stop performance. Immediately following in the same venue during the midnight slot, there will be a 5-hour high-voltage EDM set by the global top 100 DJ Andy Moor, Finnish duo Super8 & Tab, and popular singer Susana.
A 3-Day Slow Travel Itinerary to Experience Hokkaido’s Four Seasons in Sapporo
Sapporo, the largest city in Hokkaido developed relatively late, boasts neatly planned streets, beautiful urban parks, unique local cuisine, festivals, as well as areas popular with young people for shopping. The city is also home to numerous historic sites and cultural landmarks...
Starting March 10, the "Pengwan Cross-Sea Bridge" opening show moves to 5 PM
The Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area Administration of the Tourism Bureau announced: In line with extended daylight hours, the "Pengwan Cross-Sea Bridge" opening show, originally held at 4:30 PM on holidays, will be adjusted to 5 PM on holidays starting March 10...
Let Your Dreams Soar – Taitung Hot Air Balloon Carnival Seeks Creative Logo
In 2011, Taitung County Government hosted the “Taiwan Hot Air Balloon Carnival” for the first time, inviting 17 hot air balloons from 7 countries and approximately 40 international experts in hot air balloons and related airspace fields. The two-month event...
Top 10 Tourist Towns Vote: Sanyi Secures First Place with Over 460,000 Votes
The Taiwan Top 10 Tourist Towns selection event, organized by the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications, ran from January 21 to March 9 at noon in 101 (2012), and after more than a month of voting, based on data as of the March 9 noon deadline...
Sweet White Valentine’s Day wishes for 1314
After celebrating Western Valentine’s Day, don’t forget there’s another — White Valentine’s Day in just a few days’ time. It’s said that if a boy also has feelings for a girl, he can give her a small gift on March 14 to show that your hearts beat as one, and your bond will grow even sweeter...
Easily capture perfect moments—Sony’s eight HandyCam models make a strong debut
When traveling, having a Handycam digital camcorder with projection capabilities allows you to instantly share every wonderful moment with friends. Sony has upgraded the features of eight new models, including the all-new PJ projection...
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Japan's "Kamen Rider" Takes Stage to Urge Travelers to Join Seed-Sowing Work Exchange Holidays
As the first anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake approaches, the well-known Japanese NGO NGOEarth, in gratitude for the immediate and heartfelt aid and concern extended by our Taiwanese friends after the disaster, has specially...
Travel off-season to snag great deals: Big price drops in Australia, many promotions in Hong Kong
It's currently the travel off-season, and those looking to save money might want to take a trip now. Especially in Northeast Asia and Canada, late March onwards is the prime cherry blossom season; the euro is weakening, making travel and shopping in Europe more economical; in the Southern Hemisphere...
Rock-inspired agnès b. FOR AIGLE classic rubber boots make their debut
In the lingering rainy season of spring, the La Niña phenomenon brings unpredictable weather with sudden sun and rain. After carefully dressing up before heading out, you may be troubled by a sudden downpour and wonder which shoes to wear. The most stylish traveler, AIGLE, has collaborated this spring and summer across fashion and...
The northward migration of monarch butterflies is an arduous 100-kilometer journey lasting a month
This spring, a small blue mottled butterfly with the wing code JS204 was discovered on Duotou Mountain in Dongshan, Tainan. This butterfly had begun its journey from 100 kilometers away in Chunya Township, Pingtung County, traversing mountains and valleys before appearing in the Siraya National Scenic Area...
Savor delicious food and soak in hot springs – Exclusive member benefits at Guanxiang Century in Jiaoxi
Surrounded by the sound of flowing water, indulge freely under the vast blue sky and white clouds, and unwind stress-free in an outdoor onsen SPA. Soak in a relaxing hot spring bath to soothe your tired body and mind. The premium original hot spring source at Guanxiang Century Hot Spring Hotel in Jiaoxi...
Taiwan’s first sky ladder — the Zhushan Ladder Bridge in Nantou
Located in the Taiji Canyon of Dashan Mountain area in Zhushan Township, Nantou, the area features the swift-flowing Jiagaoliao Stream that has carved through hard sandstone layers, creating majestic canyon landscapes. Among them, the “Ladder Bridge,” completed in 2005 (the 94th year of the Republic of China), spans the hundred-meter-deep...
Miaoli Craft Park Recruiting New Talent – Creative DIY & Street Performers, Apply Now
Miaoli Craft Park is organizing regular creative markets and will soon hold the 101st Holiday Creative Market and Street Performers Audition. Focusing on the brand concept of “Craft Creativity” to develop local cultural characteristics, it invites creative artisans...
From May 23, EVA Air adds new routes for Hello Kitty livery planes
EVA Air announced that starting May 23 this year, the Taipei Songshan–Tokyo Haneda BR192/191 and BR190/189 flights (BR189 from May 24), as well as the Taipei Songshan–Shanghai Hongqiao BR...
Citibank invests $100,000 to professionalize tour guiding in three indigenous tribes
The “Green Living Taiwan Ecotourism Promotion Project,” jointly launched by Citibank and the Seven Star Ecological Conservation Foundation, is entering its third year. In addition to the existing 12 ecotourism routes, this year will see the addition of two new routes in the Gaoshi Community of Hengchun and the Gangzi Community...
The "Naked Dragon" fire ritual at the Kaohsiung Lantern Festival allows the public to send prayers to heaven
During the Spring Festival Kaohsiung Lantern Festival, the "Prayer Naked Dragon," which attracted nearly 20,000 people to attach prayer cards, was yesterday (the 12th) cremated and ascended to heaven under the blessings and protection of the deities and divine soldiers from Neimen’s Zhuzhu Temple. Huang Bi..., the general affairs officer of Neimen Zhuzhu Temple...