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Spring Computer Show – Best Deals on 7T ViewPad Limited-Time Launch Price
Known for its affordable and stylish designs, ViewSonic has created a magical amusement park at this year’s Spring Computer Show, dazzling the crowd with a sea of cheerful, vibrant balloons. The most eye-catching ultra-new product at this year’s show — Taiwan’s first...
Taiwan's first-ever hair art creation is now on display at the Gold Museum
Taiwan's first exhibition of artworks created using human hair as the medium is now on show at the "Golden Water Special Exhibition Room" in the Gold Museum, titled "Life as Art—Xu Yizong Hair Painting Exhibition." The exhibition runs until May 6. Those eager to witness the magic of hair paintings...
Mandarin Airlines launches Taichung–Seoul route on 4/6
To serve the residents of the Greater Taichung area and meet peak summer travel demand, Mandarin Airlines announced today (4/5) that it will launch a direct flight route between Taichung’s ChingChuanKang Airport and South Korea’s Incheon Airport starting April 6 this year...
Find your besties and head to Phuket, Thailand to live like “princesses”!
Want to take a luxurious trip with your girl squad, just like the heroines in the movie *Sex and the City*, and treat yourselves to some well-deserved pampering? Nestled in Phuket’s Millionaires’ Mile — the prime area for the rich and famous in Thailand...
Belgian and Japanese-Korean cross-border performances take the stage as spring travelers enjoy the tung blossom scenery in the mountain city
When spring blossoms, visiting the mountain city of Miaoli allows you to admire the tung blossoms known as "May snow," and from April 14 to May 6, the Miaoli County Government will host the “2012 Spring Tour of the Mountain City – A Continuous Feast of Performances” on weekend evenings...
Experience the thrill of Zorb—combining roller coasters and water slides—in Guam
What activity lets you enjoy the double excitement of a roller coaster and a water slide? It’s the Zorb air ball ride!* And now, you don’t have to go to New Zealand—you can have this heart-pounding, scream-inducing experience in Guam as well...
Taipei Roundabout Reopens with Gourmet Banquets and an Organic Green Living Concept
The roundabout on Nanjing West Road was once a shared memory for Taipei residents. After two major fires, its management changed hands several times, but results remained underwhelming. Today (the 9th), Taipei Roundabout has reopened, with media maven...
Which of these top 100 Taiwanese street food spots do you like best, according to the online poll?
The “Top 100 Taiwanese Street Food Shops” online voting campaign is now in full swing. Voting runs until 6:00 PM on April 20th, with each person allowed 10 votes per day. Participants have a chance to win great prizes every week. ...
The procession of the Goddess of Mercy Temple in Luermen showcases the skills of 11 local ceremonial troupes
The series of events for Tainan’s Incense Offering Festival continues. The authentic Luermen Goddess of Mercy Temple officially began its three-yearly incense ceremony (also known as the Incense Pilgrimage or Yiexiang) and procession on April 7. The event will take place from April 7 to 9, covering the temple’s 11 jurisdictional areas...
Join aesthetic master Jiang Xun for a visit to Chishang
The 3rd “Chishang Spring Plowing Picnic Festival” will be held at 3:00 PM on April 28 (Saturday) by the Dapo Pond in Chishang. This time, the Taiwan Good Foundation has specially invited aesthetic master Jiang Xun to conceptualize and plan the event, presenting it as a “Poetry Chanting in Chishang. Singing to Nature...”
Large-aperture Black Angel P310 debuts at Spring Electronics Show
The Spring Electronics Show is packed with surprises as Nicon's brand-new second-generation large-aperture Black Angel P310 is set to make its debut. Like the P300, it features an f/1.8 ultra-large aperture, 24mm ultra-wide-angle lens, FULL HD video recording, and a panorama mode that automatically stitches images. The P310 also boasts an improved image resolution of 16.1 megapixels compared to the P300, 9 new special effect modes, and the popular 3D shooting function. It comes in two colors: “Noble Black” and “Trendy White.” The recommended on-site price is NT$11,900, and for an additional NT$399, you’ll get an extra 8GB memory card and a stylish black Nikon camera bag.
The Penghu Fireworks Festival goes fresh this year with new stone weirs, terns, and geology-themed tours!
The Penghu Maritime Fireworks Festival, which has been held for over 11 years, will take place from April 16 to May 24 at the Guanyinting Leisure Area in Magong City, running for about a month and a half. During the event, stage performances will be held on Monday and Thursday evenings...
The Clown Humor Festival: Fearless Fools in Traditional Performing Arts Take the Stage
Often playing the supporting role, the clown holds an indispensable value in theater. The "2012 Traditional Performing Arts Festival," organized by the Preparatory Office of the National Center for Traditional Arts, has set this year’s theme as...
Sightseeing towns snatch festival discounts – special trips to save money and enjoy great deals
Ten top sightseeing towns and three featured small towns, selected through a four-month voting process, have started rolling out accommodation, shopping, and travel package promotions starting in April. For example, Daxi and Ruifang offer 199 NT package deals, while Beitou, ...
Explore 46 world-class museums from home—Google Art Project adds the Palace Museum
The Palace Museum and Google jointly launched today (the 11th) the “Art Project” webpage featuring the Palace Museum’s collection. Starting today, netizens worldwide can access the Palace Museum through Google’s “Art Pr...
A Unique Collection of New Delights at Food Republic Food Street
Investing NT$200 million and designed with the retro charm of Taiwan’s 1950s streets, “Food Republic” has made a grand debut at Banqiao MegaCity and Taichung MegaCity...
How Are Thai Coconuts Harvested? Monkey School Teaches Students to Climb Trees and Pick Coconuts
Thailand is rich in coconut production, and coconut products are both economical and affordable. But do you know how coconuts are picked from tall coconut trees? The answer is by using monkeys to harvest them. This method has been practiced in Thailand for over a hundred years, and...
Luxury Travel with Imperial-Grade Onsen Stay & Supercar Choices
For the first time, Nikko Kaga Ya and the Royal Supercar Club have combined traditional Japanese inn hot spring bathing culture with supercar driving experiences, launching a two-day, one-night “Onsen Stay & Supercar Dream Experience Tour.” This includes both entry-level and luxury packages, offering not only B...
Intuitive touch control at your fingertips — Logitech unveils its new touch mouse M600
Modern users, having embraced tablets and smartphones, are becoming increasingly accustomed to various touch devices. Now, the arrival of touch mice is set to challenge traditional perceptions of what a mouse can be. Logitech has officially launched its new touch mouse...
Online Travel Expo Kicks Off Early – Super Deals at Sunlight Hot Spring Resort in Taichung
Afraid of crowded travel expos where you might not even get the deals you want? With countless travel packages on display, it's easy to get overwhelmed. An online travel expo lets you comfortably browse offers from home, and...