Travel
Different preferences in Japan and South Korea lead to split tourism endorsements featuring Show Luo and Ivy Chen
Following the endorsements by F4 and Fahrenheit for Taiwan’s tourism, the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications in 2013 divided international promotional efforts for the Japanese and Korean markets, assigning different celebrity endorsers based on the distinct characteristics of each market; for the Korean market, they invited...
South Korea Shopping Season Kicks Off on January 11th – Ride Free Buses to Shop & Save
Travelers who love visiting Korea and shopping will be excited to know that the “2013 Korea Shopping Season” will run from January 11th to February 28th. Over the 49-day event, cities including Seoul, Busan, Gyeonggi-do, Gangwon-do...
High-speed rail Spring Festival tickets go on sale at midnight on January 11
This year (2013), the Spring Festival holiday lasts for nine consecutive days. To serve passengers traveling home or going on trips, Taiwan High Speed Rail will increase 159 southbound and 174 northbound...
The "Little Dragon" debuts as the main lantern at Taiwan Lantern Festival, kicking off in Hsinchu County on Feb. 24
Representing the culmination of festive celebrations, the annual Lantern Festival attracts numerous domestic and international visitors. Now entering its 24th year, the Taiwan Lantern Festival will be held from February 24 to March 10 in Zhubei...
Hin Taekin's new shopping landmark, Santorini Park, built with hundreds of millions in investment
Hua Hin and Cha-Am introduce a new shopping tourism experience. The newly opened Santorini Park, full of Greek charm, houses a variety of brand-name stores catering to all age groups, high-end restaurants offering exquisite cuisine, and a relaxing atmosphere...
Taipei City Launches New Year Furniture Promotion with Up to 58% Off at Nanchang Furniture Street
Want to welcome a year of wealth and prosperity? “Celebrate the New Year in Taipei 2013” has launched the “Nanchang Furniture Street New Year Lucky Month” campaign to align with the tradition of refreshing your home before the new year. From now until January 31, ...
China Airlines, China Southern, China Eastern, and Xiamen Airlines form alliance for flexible return flight options
The SkyTeam members in Greater China — China Southern Airlines, China Eastern Airlines, Xiamen Airlines, and China Airlines — officially announced today (the 3rd) the launch of the “Greater China Fly Together” program. By sharing member resources, they aim to jointly...
International troupes to perform at Kaohsiung Spring Arts Festival; ticket sales now open
Now in its fourth year, the “2013 Kaohsiung Spring Arts Festival” will present 33 programs and nearly 70 performances from February 23 to June 30, including...
Share your travel wishes online to win round-trip Cathay Pacific tickets
New Year, new wishes—whether you aim to challenge yourself by climbing mountains, visiting loved ones far away, or revisiting special places with your partner, Cathay Pacific will launch the 2013 “Feel, Cool, X-citing” Travel Wishes campaign on its Taiwan Facebook page...
Genghis Khan’s True Likeness Revealed: The Palace Museum Unveils an Authentic Imperial Portrait
The National Palace Museum houses an exceptionally rare authentic portrait of the great Mongol hero Genghis Khan—Temüjin. This year marks the 850th anniversary of Genghis Khan’s birth, and the museum has specially arranged to display the artwork from now until March 25 in the main hall as part of the “Form and Beauty—A Selection of Chinese Paintings” exhibition...
Photo Exhibition of Jinguashi Recalls the Glory of Asia’s No.1 Precious Metal Mine
The Gold Ecological Park in Ruifang District, New Taipei City, will host the “Jinguashi Mine Photo Exhibition” from January 18 to March 24, showcasing remarkable vintage photographs depicting the scenes of the Jinguashi mining settlement during the Japanese colonial period. To help more people ...
Hong Kong Disneyland gives out red envelopes for Chinese New Year with brand-new "Golden Year" event to attract good fortune
The most anticipated holiday of the year — Chinese New Year — is just around the corner. From February 1 to February 24, 2013, Hong Kong Disneyland will launch a brand-new celebration event. Using pure gold tones that symbolize wealth and good luck...
Present your resumption flight boarding pass to enjoy food discounts & free mobile phone rental
When traveling abroad, a boarding pass isn’t just for keepsakes — it can also score you discounts and deals. Following its initial collaboration with Singapore Universal Studios and Macau Studio City in the second half of 2012, where transiting passengers could enjoy discounted tickets by presenting their boarding passes...
Registration for the Hakka Festival Event "Six Stacks Cannon Fortress Attack" Begins – Top Prize of NT$150,000
Registration for the "Six Stacks Gong Arts and Culture Festival" Cannon Fortress Attack competition, one of the 2013 Twelve Major Hakka Festivals, is now open until February 7. This year, a new event called the "Six Stacks Brave Soldiers Cannon Fortress Attack" has been added. Meanwhile, the top prize for the Yunxiao Cannon Fortress Attack competition includes NT$100,000 from the organizer plus an additional NT$50,000 from the Kaohsiung-Pingtung District Rotary Club, totaling NT$150,000.
New Taipei City’s Happy Christmas Town Stays Open for Lunar New Year with Festive Lights Shining Until Lantern Festival
Since its opening on December 1 as part of the “2012 New Taipei City Happy Christmas Town” event, the dazzling lights and amusement installations have become the hottest spots for photo shoots, and have even caught the attention of many idol drama and commercial production crews who came specifically to film there...
Plum blossoms bloom on branches at Taipei Confucius Temple—weekend outings to enjoy spring flowers are just in time
After several days of cold fronts following New Year’s Day 2013, the winter plum blossoms in front of the Minglun Hall at Taipei Confucius Temple suddenly burst into bloom. The small white flowers, with their faint delicate fragrance, fearlessly faced the cold winds and bloomed delicately. Now, people don’t need to brave traffic jams driving up the mountains...
Shoushan Observation Deck LOVE Megaphone – Lovers Share Their Feelings Loudly
Climb Shoushan, and you’ll be treated to panoramic views of Kaohsiung’s mountains, sea, rivers, and harbor. Over the years, couples have created sweet memories here, prompting the Kaohsiung City Tourism Bureau to specially develop a lovers’ observation deck in front of the Shoushan Martyrs' Shrine. The once-private dating spot has been transformed with romantic touches...
Watch parades, enjoy fireworks, and win horse races—celebrate Chinese New Year in Hong Kong in a unique way
Have you planned where to go during the 9-day Lunar New Year holiday? If you're worried about domestic travel being crowded everywhere or overseas trips being prohibitively expensive, Hong Kong—with its strong traditional New Year atmosphere—is not only close by and a short flight away, but also perfect for family trips...
The best airport restaurant, the award goes to Barcelona
Which is the most delicious airport restaurant in the world? After six months of research and taste tests, TheDailyMeal website has announced the results: the PortaGai restaurant at Barcelona El Prat Airport in Spain...
February is the Month of Love: Hayman Island in the Great Barrier Reef Offers Free Weddings for Couples
The renowned private resort island Hayman, located in Australia’s Great Barrier Reef, will host free weddings for couples who get engaged here in February 2013. Couples who pledge their lives to each other here will be invited back to this paradise to tie the knot...