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Cathay Dragon Launches Travel Packages to Hong Kong Disneyland for Under NT$10,000
From now until June 28, Cathay Pacific and Cathay Dragon have jointly launched the “Magical Soaring” Hong Kong Disneyland travel package, starting at NT$9,518 per person for groups of four. The travel period begins on March 1...
Watch 4 Major Gezaixi Troupes Perform at Hongmao Port During Chinese New Year
Where to go during the holiday season? Head to Hongmao Port Cultural Park for great performances and special offers! From the second to the fifth day of the Lunar New Year, Hongmao Port Cultural Park invites four local gezaixi troupes, including Ming Hua Yuan, to “put on a lively show,” and has also launched special promotions during the Lunar New Year period such as “Take the MRT to Nangangshan Station and Get a Ticket Discount Coupon” and “Get a 10% Discount Coupon for the Round-Trip Boat from Bo Er to Hongmao Port When Visiting an Exhibition at Pier-2 Art Center,” allowing families to enjoy a fun Spring Festival getaway across Greater Kaohsiung.
It's time to admire the flower sea in Hengchun, Pingtung during the Spring Festival
Recently, flower news has been spreading from south to north in Pingtung County. There are seas of cosmos flowers in Manzhou Township, Xinpi Township, and Wanluan Township, while cherry blossoms are blooming one after another in the mountainous areas of Wutai and Majia. Among them, near Lide Bridge in Manzhou Township, the farmlands of Manzhou Village and Lide Village, located between Manzhou Village and Lide Village, utilize the rest period after the harvest of forage grass to plant cosmos, marigold, and sunflowers...
The world’s most expensive sea-view luxury residence unveiled; London’s highest observation deck opens
Western Europe’s tallest skyscraper, The Shard, is set to officially open its observation deck tomorrow (Feb. 1). Visitors will be able to enjoy a 360-degree panoramic view of London from a height of 244 meters. A unique all-glass observation deck restroom allows guests to...
Nantou’s New Attraction: The Chelungpu Fault Preservation Park, Free Admission Until April 30
The “Chelungpu Fault Preservation Park” in Zhushan Township, Nantou County, operated and built by the National Museum of Natural Science, has officially opened yesterday. Its mission is to preserve precious geological assets and promote geological science education. Its main display facilities include...
Easing Spring Festival Crowds: Taitung Offers Shuttle Buses, Carpooling, and Free Parking
In response to the anticipated influx of tourists during the nine-day Spring Festival holiday, Taitung County Government has formulated relevant transportation and tourism service measures. For visitors coming to Taitung for vacation, the government has also introduced eight “lucky” benefit policies, namely: “Spring Festival...
Top 5 Popular Travel Destinations During Chinese New Year as Yen Weakens – Three Japanese Cities Make the List
This year’s Chinese New Year holiday lasts nine days, and many people have already planned both domestic and international trips, kicking off the first major travel season of the year. Global online hotel service provider Hotels.com has analyzed the search habits of Taiwanese travelers...
Ring in the New Year with Shopping Frenzy – New Taipei City’s Spring Festival Goods Market Offers 50% Off Souvenirs
To serve the public preparing for pre-New Year shopping and to capitalize on the huge spring festival goods market, the 2013 New Taipei Colorful Spring Festival Goods Market will open for eight consecutive days starting February 1 at the Civic Plaza of the New Taipei City Government. This year's market gathers together spring festival goods, souvenirs...
Pray with Shimenawa ropes, attract luck with money-saving jars – make golden crafts for good fortune to welcome the New Year
The Gold Ecological Park in New Taipei City will host the “Bond with the Jinguashi Shrine – Family Blessings” event from February 11 (the second day of the Lunar New Year) to February 14 (the fifth day of the Lunar New Year). The activities include a “Jinguashi Shrine Photo Exhibition”,...
The ASIATIQUE Sky Ferris wheel in Bangkok offers breathtaking night views of the Chao Phraya River.
Two wishes in one—exploring night markets and riding a Ferris wheel? Where else can you find such a treat? Thailand’s first giant Ferris wheel, ASIATIQUE Sky, grandly opened in December 2012, rivaling the magnificence of the London Eye...
Shoot sports and competitions to win air tickets — The third season of the Dream USA Vacation kicks off
The third season of “My Dream USA Vacation” introduces the “American Sports Theme,” calling for photography submissions related to sports and competitions. Now is the perfect time to earn air tickets to the USA. After browsing the photos, the public can vote...
The annual folk performance of the Matsu Peace Salt Ceremony and cultural exhibitions in Kinmen
For over a decade, the four experimental stations under Kinmen County Government—agriculture, forestry, fisheries, and animal husbandry—have held an annual exhibition showcasing agricultural and fishery achievements during the Spring Festival. This year, the Kinmen County Fisheries Research Institute will collaborate with the Kinmen Tianhou Temple to host...
Movies Drive Tourism Boom: "The Descendants" and "Skyfall" Scenes Among Most Popular
Global online hotel booking service provider Hotels.com recently analyzed the search habits of British travelers to identify the films in 2012 with the potential to spark tourism trends this year. The results show that "The Descendants," starring George Clooney...
Romantic February: Couples Can Enjoy Fast-Track Immigration in Thailand
The Tourism Authority of Thailand, Airports of Thailand Public Company Limited (AOT), and the Royal Thai Immigration Police have collaborated to promote the Valentine’s Month activities in February. They are offering couples a faster and more convenient immigration experience at Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi International Airport. As long as you visit Thailand in...
The Taiwan Tourist Shuttle - Muzha Pingxi Line launches for NT$199 to explore 4 historic streets
As Lunar New Year approaches, New Taipei City Government has launched the "Taiwan Tourist Shuttle - Muzha Pingxi Line" starting today, based on the existing Taipei Bus 795 route. The service departs from Muzha MRT Station, with an 80-minute bus route connecting...
Sleep under the stars – World Starlight Stays Selection 4+
In the city, even a clean, cloudless night sky can be a luxury, so you have to set off. Journey to the far reaches of the world to find the possibility of sleeping with the stars. A luxurious bed mattress unobstructed by walls is the best place to encounter a sky full of stars...
The Aogu Wetland has established local guides and opened up guided tour reservations to the public.
The Chiayi Forest District Office of the Forestry Bureau initiated the "Aogu Wetland Forest Park Ecotourism Promotion and Guidance Plan" by commissioning a professional team, aiming to develop Aogu Wetland Forest Park into an ecotourism destination with environmental education significance. After...
Avoid traffic jams during the Spring Festival holiday – Alishan offers free shuttle service
Alishan National Forest Recreation Area remains open over the Spring Festival. From February 10 (Monday) to February 17 (the eighth day of the Lunar New Year), between 8:00 and 17:00 daily, ten shuttle bus stops will be set up along Taiwan Provincial Highway 18, from kilometer 83 to kilometer 95 on the Alishan Highway...
The Taipei Lantern Festival kicks off with the longest-ever light sea on Zhongshan North Road
The first illuminated area of the 2013 Taipei Lantern Festival, "Happy Light Sea," lit up Zhongshan North Road last night (Feb. 6)! The 11-day "2013 Taipei Lantern Festival" will be held at its main venue in the Taipei Expo Park from Feb. 21 to March...
Spring Festival Travel Rush: Kaohsiung's Xingda Port Promotes Water Activities to Attract Visitors
The nine-day Spring Festival holiday sees cities and counties across Taiwan competing to roll out outdoor activities to attract travelers during the festive season. Located in Kaohsiung City, Xingda Port will organize a variety of...