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Spain’s San Sebastián tops global list for food and film paradise with the most Michelin-starred restaurants per capita
Last year, the renowned British consumer magazine *Which?* named San Sebastián (San Sebastian) the world’s food paradise, and when it comes to the number of Michelin-starred restaurants per capita, it...
The Love River Railway Bridge Rock 'n' Roll Light and Sound Show, Tunnel Light Tube Art Is Super Eye-Catching
As the Kaohsiung Lantern Festival approaches the climax of the Lantern Festival, a variety of related events have also been launched. The Love River Railway Bridge, usually open for leisurely strolls and cycling, has been transformed with the latest "tunnel light tube art" into Taiwan's first-ever "Dio...
Lottery draw with lantern giveaway as Dàqiáotóu Yán Sān commercial district kicks off Yuanxiao glutinous dumpling sales
This year’s highlight of Taipei’s Yuanxiao Festival isn’t just the Taipei Lantern Festival at Yuanshan Exhibition Hall — the must-eat Yuanxiao glutinous dumplings can be found in the traditional rice food district “Dàqiáotóu Yán Sān commercial district.” The most authentic, traditional, and old-school prepared Yuanxiao glutinous dumplings are now on sale...
Lantern Festival Fireworks Cruise at Hongmao Port Park — Tickets on Sale Now
The Lantern Festival is coming on February 24, and celebration events across Taiwan are kicking off one after another. Kaohsiung’s Hongmao Port Cultural Park, in coordination with the Lantern Festival fireworks at Glory Pier in Asia New Bay Area of Kaohsiung Port, has launched a Lantern Festival Fireworks Cruise. There will be a total of 4 cruises from February...
HowToTrip’s mobile travel service station debuts at Yangmingshan Flower Festival, offering services in English, Japanese, and Korean
The annually beloved “Yangmingshan Flower Festival” has burst into colorful bloom once again this year. Starting yesterday (the 18th) and continuing until March 31st, the Taipei City Government’s Department of Information and Tourism has set up a mobile travel service station at the Yangmingshan Park Visitor Center, specifically selecting...
Kaohsiung Lantern Festival attracts visitors with gondola rides on Love River – buy four, get one free
Those who want to experience the romantic charm of a Venetian gondola ride don’t need to travel all the way to Italy. Taiwan’s first and only Venetian-style gondola service has officially launched on Kaohsiung’s Love River. Visitors to Kaohsiung will now be able to...
London Underground's 150th Anniversary Invites Passengers to Be Train Drivers
Do you know which London Underground line is the busiest every morning? And where is the deepest station, dug 58 meters underground? On January 9, 2013, the London Underground, which holds a special place in the hearts of Londoners, officially...
Cherry Blossom Mania: Full Coverage of Spring Cherry Blossom Spots Across Taiwan
As spring warms and flowers bloom, the urge to admire cherry blossoms grows stronger too. In recent years, the cherry blossom craze in Taiwan has been just as intense as in Japan. Many cherry blossom viewing spots are always packed with visitors. With the growing popularity of cherry blossom appreciation and tree planting, ...
Malaysia Airlines offers early-bird discount: round-trip economy class to Penang from just RM4,888
To celebrate its official entry into the Oneworld alliance starting February 1, 2013, Malaysia Airlines is launching a three-week spring early-bird promotion from now until March 13. During the promotion period, consumers can purchase...
Poetic Cherry Blossom Season: Alishan Launches Poetry Trail and Elevated Cherry Blossom Viewing Path
Alishan National Forest Recreation Area is an important and popular tourist attraction in Taiwan. The Chiayi Forest District Office of the Forestry Bureau is actively promoting the Alishan revitalization plan. Within Zhapingshan Park, situated at an elevation of 2,274 meters, it combines natural and cultural elements...
A cross-cultural culinary journey on the tip of your tongue: Four must-try Singaporean dishes
Strolling along the streets of Singapore, it’s hard not to be drawn to the city’s diverse population. Everywhere you look, whether it’s the Chinese, Indians, Peranakans, or Malays, the historical backdrop of migration and intermarriage has created a rich and colorful cultural tapestry...
Taipei Lantern Festival lights up at Expo Park; Flower Spirit Bus offers free shuttle service
The 2013 Taipei Lantern Festival kicked off yesterday (Feb. 21) and will run until March 3. For the first time, the event has moved to the Yuan Shan and Fine Arts Park areas of Expo Park. To enrich the 2013 Taipei Lantern Festival performances, the Taipei Exhibition & Convention Foundation...
Kaohsiung Lantern Festival Offers Great Deals: Snap Photos for Lodging Vouchers
The Lantern Festival falls on February 24th. To attract visitors, the Kaohsiung Lantern Festival not only features stunning waterfront light displays and Taiwan’s only harbor-circle aerial fireworks but also launches special deals from now until February 24th, the Lantern Festival...
A Replica of the Tong’an Ship from the Qing Dynasty Reimagined in an Epic Documentary Premiered at the Palace Museum
The Tong’an ship was the largest and most advanced new-type offshore warship of the mid-19th century during the Qing Dynasty. Leveraging its collection of precious historical documents, the National Palace Museum combined modern technology and creative aesthetics to create a 1:20 scale model, offering the public...
The Paiwan Noble Wedding in Pingtung Kicks Off on March 9 — A Happiness-Filled Tour for Just 699 NTD
The “2013 Indigenous Wedding Series — Love Across Dawushan” event will be held from March 9 to March 31 in the three northern Pingtung townships of Majia, Sandimen, and Wutai. The first day will commence with a gunshot ceremony in Majia Township, ...
Qing Dynasty-style Lantern Parade Returns/Part 2 on Feb. 23 in Huatan, Changhua
The "2013 Baishakeng Lantern Parade Cultural Festival," jointly organized by the Changhua County Cultural Affairs Bureau, the Huatan Township Office, and the Wende Temple Management Committee, will kick off on February 23 and 24 at Wende Temple in Huatan Township and other locations, featuring...
The Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival Goes Year-Round with Monthly Releases Until December
Want to take part in a sky lantern blessing ceremony without the crowds of the Lantern Festival? The New Taipei City Government’s Tourism and Travel Bureau will launch the “Happiness in Shifen ~ Monthly Sky Lantern Release” event from March to December, featuring a total of 10 sessions. Each month at...
Part Two of Sun Moon Lake’s Flower Appreciation Series: Lavender Season Begins Now
In this season of blooming flowers and awakening nature, flower appreciation events across Taiwan are competing in splendor. At the Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village, renowned for its cherry blossoms, the star of February—the Hundredfold Cherry Blossoms—is gradually drawing to a close, scattering petals all over the ground. The spring melancholy and fresh greenery amid the fallen petals offer a unique kind of beauty...
China Airlines Facebook group buys lower airfares to Japan & Korea from just NT$5,888
China Airlines has launched a new New Year campaign titled “Gather Energy to Fly – Everyone Likes for Discounted Tickets!” on its official Facebook page, China Airlines Travel Channel. By enthusiastically gathering energy, forming groups, and liking the campaign on the Facebook event page, you could have the chance to purchase...
The Guam Marathon kicks off on April 7 with total prize money of up to NT$600,000
Runners who love traveling abroad to participate in road races are in luck—the “Guam International Marathon” will be held in grand style on Guam on April 7. This sporting event, jointly sponsored by the Guam Visitors Bureau, United Airlines, and the Guam Pacific Resort...