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Complete Audio Experience Guide: Sony’s Bass-Heavy Headphones Lead the Way
Sony, a leader in professional audiovisual technology, has generously incorporated many of its exclusive professional audio technologies into consumer products to meet the increasingly sophisticated audiovisual demands of global consumers. In spring and summer 2012, they l...
Advance preview performances of the Gongliao Ocean Music Festival qualifiers are held every Saturday
The annual highlight of original music—the Gongliao International Ocean Music Festival—is set to take place from July 11 to 15 in the year 101 (2012)! The New Taipei City Government announced today (the 21st) the preliminary...
Calling all creative travelers: help craft new seasonal routes for the Island of Chrysanthemums
I still remember the double-heart stone weirs of Qimei emerging and disappearing rhythmically with the ebb and flow of the tides under the scorching sun. But how many have ventured to the windswept Island of Chrysanthemums in the cold winter months? In response...
Drink to Save the Nation: Rothenburg's "The Master Draught" Festival Revives Medieval History
Located in Bavaria, Germany, Rothenburg ob der Tauber is a small tourist town that still retains the charm of a medieval ancient city. In 1631, during Europe’s “Th...
Free shuttle bus tour to Dashu District – Grab pineapples for just NT$1 and save your wallet
Dashu District in Kaohsiung City was once the world’s top producer of canned pineapples, earning the title “Pineapple Kingdom.” The area is also famed nationwide for its refreshingly sweet pineapples and its “Fruit King” Yuhuabao lychees, known for their exceptional taste. Every year from May to June...
Ollie！MSPC Skateboard ZIPPY Series SK8 High-Performance New Arrival
Japanese Osaka-based artisan brand MSPC combines its expertise in functionality with the popularity of outdoor sports to launch a new high-performance ZIPPY series in an OLD SCHOOL style. The main body features salt-shrunk processed...
Hakka Culinary Journey – Heshan Restaurant in Miaoli
In the quaint alleys of Gongguan Township, Miaoli, there’s a Hakka cuisine restaurant called “Heshan Restaurant.” Its dishes carry on the heritage of traditional Hakka flavors while incorporating creative twists. It has even been served at state banquets. Just looking at the photos and signatures on the walls…
Grand Opening of Taipei Pavilion at Taipei Travel Expo: Free Premium Banquet Dishes
The Taipei International Travel Expo is just around the corner. The Taipei City Government has specially designed the Taipei Pavilion under the theme “Taipei Midsummer YA!” and introduced various benefits to help everyone “fight inflation.” To welcome the public to the May 25th...
Cheer as sunlight fills the sky！ Sweden’s Midsummer Festival kicks off in June
For most people, sunlight is as ordinary as air and water, but for those in Nordic countries, where daylight lasts only about eight hours a day, sunshine is especially precious. Therefore, people in the Nordic nations...
Longtan Hakka Carnival: Flower-Cloth Samba Swing and Dance Together
The diligent culture of the Hakka people has gradually gained attention in recent years, with related events being held one after another, primarily in the Taoyuan-Zhubei-Miaoli area where the Hakka population is most concentrated. The Longtan Township Office in Taoyuan County will hold the "2012...
Canyoning & Surfing Are Hot This Summer – “Tianlai Moment Enjoyment” Packages Offer Daily Weekday Rates
With the scorching summer in full swing, outdoor sports enthusiasts—whether they prefer serene mountains or open blue seas—are flocking to Laomei Creek and Shazhubay on the North Coast to experience this season’s hottest canyoning and surfing, the perfect way to beat the heat. Yangmingshan Tianlai...
Is meeting Thai ghosts fun? The Phi Ta Khon Ghost Festival in Loei sees crowds of ghosts taking to the streets for mischief
If Bangkok represents vibrancy and modern trends, Phuket stands for leisure and picturesque scenery, and Chiang Mai embodies simplicity and the essence of northern Thailand, then Thailand’s northeastern region is an ancient cultural hub—an essential part of understanding Thailand. ...
Summer Travel Expo Battle Against Price Hikes: Hong Kong from 7K, Sydney Under 30K
The Taipei International Travel Fair will run for four consecutive days from this Friday (25th–28th) at Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1. Want to snag deals before summer price hikes? Now’s the time to go for it. Various travel agencies are also taking this opportunity to roll out unbeatable promotions, including...
Fashion-forward gentlemen make an elegant entrance with Pioneer's high-quality, heavy bass headphones
Japanese audio giant Pioneer has launched its new BassHead series heavy bass over-ear headphones, the SE-MJ751, equipped with industry-first upgraded features such as “dual diaphragm driver” technology...
Listen to a city's whispers — Venice’s water buses are more popular than gondolas
Against the backdrop of the Renaissance and its glorious history, nearly every Italian town is teeming with tourists, especially the romantic city of Venice. Canals wind through Venice, and the most popular mode of transport in the city is the water bus...
Up to 7,000 NT$ savings on Malaysia tours purchased at the travel fair
As the peak summer travel season approaches, Tourism Malaysia has launched a series of value-for-money packages to make travel in Malaysia easier. Director Hoh Yoon of Tourism Malaysia stated that at the 2012 Taipei International Travel Fair (June 25–28)...
Eco-friendly Living and Conservation Activities Kick Off at Taipei Expo Park on May 27
Ecology is closely tied to human life, making conservation an essential issue in modern times. The "Taipei Nature and Ecology Conservation Activity," organized by the Taipei City Animal Protection Office, will take place at 10:00 AM on Sunday, May 27, at...
Top 15 Must-Try Korean Foods at the Expo in Lishui
Are you planning to attend this edition of the Expo in Korea? Don’t miss out on authentic Korean delicacies such as grilled pork belly, set meals, bibimbap, chicken soup hot pot, Korean sashimi, and barbecue—all of which are simply mouthwatering just to hear about. And when you...
The biggest international travel fair of the summer kicks off — grab great deals starting May 25
The Taipei International Tourism Expo will be held from May 25 to 28 at Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1, featuring exciting events such as the “Opening Day Draw for Cheap Flights,” “Million-Dollar Deals Daily,” and a variety of exclusive discounts...