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Beitou Gourmet Culture Food Festival – L’Hermitage Hotel Leads the Way
Beitou is best known for its hot springs, gourmet banquets, and nostalgic live music performances, its unique historical charm having long attracted domestic and international tourists. It was recognized as a must-visit destination in Taiwan by the Green Michelin Guide in 2011, and this year...
Iconic Turkish mosque – the Blue Mosque
Standing opposite the Hagia Sophia, the Blue Mosque (Sultan Ahmet Camii) might be the greatest regret of Sinan, the most outstanding architect in the Islamic world. Sinan endowed...
Kiss a Mango to Win ¥10,000 and Get a Chance to Draw Airline Tickets
As midsummer arrives, so does the peak mango season. In India, mango trees are known as "love trees," and mangoes are affectionately called the "fruit of love." To blend the romantic tales of the fruit of love with the specialty of Tainan’s Yuquan District—mangoes—the “Romantic Siraya – Summer Love” series of events will host the “Mango Kiss” contest on June 30 in Yuquan District’s Green Tunnel. Approximately 99 couples, friends, or pairs are expected to participate. Aside from the top prize of ¥10,000, all participants will receive perks such as mango ice vouchers and Siraya Enjoyment Cards. Registration is now open.
The Alishan Highway is closed, and the forest recreation area is shut down.
Due to heavy rain, parts of the Alishan Highway have been partially closed. Considering visitor safety, the Alishan Forest Recreation Area has remained closed since June 10 until today. The Alishan Forest Railway’s Zhushan Line, as well as the Shennong and Zhiping...
A Midsummer Night's Moonlight BBQ Under the Stars – Celebrate Reunion and the Dragon Boat Festival in Natural Style
With the Dragon Boat Festival approaching, dining establishments are rolling out special reunion meals for the occasion. Tienlai Resort, located in the outskirts of Taipei near Yangmingshan, is offering a special treat on the festival day (Saturday, June 23): book a room and receive a complimentary starry sky seafood & meat BBQ worth NT$1,100 per person...
My Birthday Is the Biggest – Taichung Tonghao Grand Hotel Celebrates Its 23rd Anniversary
Located in Beitun District, the Taichung Folklore Park is Taiwan’s first folklore-themed park. Its architecture features classic red-tiled brick exteriors. The park is mainly divided into the Taiwan Folklore Museum, the Folk Art Museum themed around nostalgic toys, and a traditional Chinese-style landscape garden...
Sony's New VAIO Laptops Launch This Summer!
VAIO laptops are committed to the evolution and innovation of slim design craftsmanship, even in terms of every millimeter of thickness and every gram of weight reduction. They persist until the ideal product takes shape, while continuously enhancing personal mobile performance...
Packing your travel bag with stories – StoryHotel in Stockholm
“Why was the hotel named StoryHotel?” asked S, the general manager of the hotel
Fall in love with summer at Siraya National Scenic Area and the Purple Crow Butterfly Fire King Festival
Starting in mid-June, universities and colleges across the country gradually enter their summer vacation period, while all high schools and below also begin a two-month long summer break in July. Taking advantage of this time, the Siraya National Scenic Area Administration will hold the “Romantic Siraya – Summer Love” series of events from early June to the end of August...
Immerse Yourself in French Romance at the Bordeaux Wine Festival – Where Art Meets Wine
In the heart of Bordeaux’s UNESCO World Heritage Site—along the Garonne River—every two years in June, a grand festival is held exclusively for wine and gourmet enthusiasts...
Exclusive: Tokyo Skytree Partners Launch 101-Hour Hotel Deals
The world’s tallest tower, “Tokyo Skytree,” has officially opened, surpassing the Tokyo Tower as an iconic landmark and becoming the latest must-visit tourist destination. To mark this historic moment, booking platforms are offering up to 50% off...
Get great deals on overseas summer stays: 20% off accommodations plus flight miles
The biggest expenses when traveling or conducting business abroad are airfare and accommodation. To address this, global hotel group Worldhotels is launching a promotion from July 1 to August 31. By booking at least 20 days in advance on their website...
Limited-time offer / Pre-order Dragon Boat Festival zongzi at Taipei Daqiaotou Rice Food Festival for just NT$15
While enjoying zongzi during the Dragon Boat Festival, did you know that the homeland of Penglai rice is Taipei, and Taipei’s rice food culture is centered in Daqiaotou? To help the public better understand the cultural history of Taiwan’s traditional rice foods and experience local rice food specialties...
Kinmen Offers Generous Gifts to Attract Mainland Night Ferry Tourists
Thanks to its geographical advantage of being just 10 kilometers from Xiamen and its unique military heritage charm, Kinmen attracted a record-breaking number of over 1.47 million visitors via the Mini Three Links last year, according to survey data from the Kinmen County Government...
Coleman 2012 New Arrival: Storage Ice Bucket Now Available
The storage ice bucket from Coleman, an American brand, makes summer travel a breeze even with soaring fuel prices. Keep one in your car, and you’ll stay cool and comfortable all season long. This storage ice bucket isn’t just a mom’s...
Asia's Largest Cruise Ship Ever – Explorer of the Seas Sets Sail from Keelung on August 31
As cruise tourism continues to gain popularity in the Asian market, Royal Caribbean International has introduced its "Explorer of the Seas" to the region, taking advantage of Taiwan’s strategic location as a crossroads in Asia by deploying the ship on three voyages...
HowToTrip Launches Comprehensive B2B Online Booking Service for Compassionate Tickets
Starting now, passengers with disabilities traveling on Mandarin Airlines' domestic flights and using the Cross-Strait Quick Access electronic vouchers can complete seat reservations and ticket issuance through the online booking systems of travel agencies across Taiwan, saving considerable time and streamlining the process. In addition, Mandarin Airlines...
Love in the Maldives: Theme Party Limited to 101 Couples
What’s the most romantic thing to do in 2012? Sharing a romantic candlelit dinner, experiencing exciting and fun games to heat up your relationship, or heading to each other’s dream island with your partner for a relaxing holiday? Following last year’s...
Smile Palace Series (2) / Shrimp Crackers Are So Delicious Even Seagulls in Matsushima Fight Over Them
Visiting Matsushima in Miyagi Prefecture and taking a cruise allows you to choose different routes to enjoy the beautiful scenery of various islands, but simply sightseeing from the boat isn't enough. Another unique activity on the cruise is “fishing for seagulls” with shrimp crackers...
European and American performance groups join the Children's Play Festival, offering locals discounted package tickets
As the favorite summer vacation of children is about to begin, the Yilan Children's Play Art Festival will also kick off on July 7. This year, in addition to the water play activities and the Mobile Suit Gundam-themed exhibition that children love, from July 13 to August...