Travel
Japan's Rakuten Travel and the Tourism Bureau join forces to promote Japanese tourism to Taiwan
Rakuten Travel Co., a comprehensive travel booking website under the Rakuten Group (Japan’s largest online marketplace “Rakuten Ichiba”), today held the 2013 Rakuten Travel Seminar in Taiwan and also presented the 2012 Rakuten Travel Awards...
Learn the art of tea and taste spring tea — visit Taipei Confucius Temple this weekend for a tea ceremony experience
Historical texts have long recorded that “spring tea is the most prized.” With moderate temperatures and ample rainfall in spring, spring tea shoots are plump and emerald green, exuding especially fresh and strong aromas. Since ancient times, literati and scholars have savored tea and its fragrance as a refined pastime to cultivate the mind...
Heritage mini-trips, achievable in just 5 hours!
Strolling before world heritage sites, with the power of nature and the wisdom and perseverance of our ancestors, the breathtaking scenery or cultural relics before your eyes will transport travelers' memories to a distant past. However, to experience the romance of being at a world heritage site...
Hong Kong Cheese Festival: A Delightful Feast of Cheese and Fine Wines
Award-winning restaurants under Aqua Restaurant Group — Hullett House and Armani/Aqua will jointly...
The 2013 Japanese Sake Exhibition Grandly Kicks Off at SOGO’s Fu Xing Branch Today
Japanese sake varies in taste and flavor depending on regional characteristics. The “2013 city’super SAKE FAIR” sake exhibition invites 20 representative breweries from all over Japan’s prefectures, each...
Not just cherry blossoms—enjoy the sea too: A one-day tour of five top spots in Tamsui’s Left Bank
Tamsui and Bali are stunning northern spots for watching sunsets and river views. With cherry blossom viewing sites, a giant capsule toy machine, old streets, and scenic restaurants, they’re perfect for a one-day trip during holidays. You can enjoy delicious food here while taking in views of the Tamsui River estuary...
Taichung Travel Fair Offers Great Deals on Malaysia Trips Starting at Just NT$16,000
The 2013 Taichung Travel Fair will take place from April 19 to April 22. The Malaysian Tourism Board, together with World Travel Service, Dynamic Travel Service, Tai Yuan Travel Service, and Pegasus Travel Service, has jointly launched a variety of travel packages to Malaysia...
The Sanxia Museum Launches a Decade-Long Nostalgic Photo Collection Campaign
April 24 marks the 10th anniversary of the Sanxia Museum’s opening. On April 26 and 27, the New Taipei City Archaeology Festival will be grandly held, where the public can visit the museum to experience the fun of archaeology. Additionally, the Sanxia Museum F...
Enjoy FUN Prices: Cathay Pacific & Dragonair Limited-Time Online Flight Deals
Cathay Pacific and Dragonair are launching their first-ever weekly “FUN Prices” limited-time online flight promotions. From now until May 9, exclusive deals on popular destinations and surprise fares will be announced every Tuesday at midnight, available for a limited three-day period...
Travel to Northern Europe on a Silversea cruise to witness the summer-exclusive white nights
Cruising the seas and exploring the world is already a rare and dreamlike journey, but witnessing spectacular seasonal phenomena will make your trip truly unforgettable. Silversea’s...
The East Coast Music Festival Features Sodagreen and Fish Leong in Taitung
Following the Northern Gongliao, Southern Chunna, and Kaohsiung’s Harbor Music Festivals, the eastern region is not to be outdone. The Taitung County Government and the East Coast National Scenic Area Administration will jointly host the “Hello Taitung！2013 East Coast Music Festival.” This year’s music...
Taipei Good Trip APP Upgraded: Ride YouBike to Explore Taipei
The Android version of “Taipei Good Trip” has completed the addition of the sightseeing spots feature in “YouBike,” allowing the public to explore Taipei’s tourist attractions with ease via YouBike. The iOS and Windows Phone versions are expected to be launched successively by the end of April...
The Guam Micronesia Island Fair kicks off in early summer on May 17
The "Guam Micronesia Island Fair," organized by the Guam Visitors Bureau, will be held from May 17 to 19, inviting travelers from around the world to experience the rich island culture and celebrate the 5...
15th Anniversary Art Festival at Yilan Performing Arts Center: The Premiere of "King Lear Here" in Eastern Taiwan
The race to reach new heights has become a frenzy among many cities, and London's The Shard is no exception. Yet this towering, crystal-like pyramid has captivated the world’s attention. Head to the highest floor...
New Summer Christmas Trees: Hidden Bioluminescent Spots in New Taipei Revealed
From mid-April to mid-May, when fireflies romantically flutter through the mountains, turning the forests into “new summer Christmas trees,” the New Taipei City Agriculture Bureau recommends 22 “firefly photography spots.” They are calling on photography enthusiasts and families—both kids and adults—to...
The Pescadores Annual Highlight: The Sea Fireworks Festival Makes a Dazzling Debut
The annual Pescadores event—the Pescadores Sea Fireworks Festival—kicks off today and will run until June 24. In 2013, it coincides with the celebration of Penghu County joining the international "Most Beautiful Bays in the World" organization under the name "Taiwan’s Penghu Bay"...
2013 Tainan Meilin Firefly Season – A Low-Carbon Way to See Fireflies
The 2013 Tainan Meilin Firefly Season will take place from April 20 to May 12 along the Wulong Firefly Trail in Meilin, inviting people across the country to visit Tainan Meilin to enjoy the beautiful scenery, savor local cuisine, and experience the most stunning firefly-lit evenings of spring in Tainan...
Tales of the Old City: A Journey to Discover National-Treasure-Level Handicrafts
Since the Dutch colonial period, Tainan has played the role of Taiwan’s premier city for over two hundred years. To this day, although Tainan has stepped down from its capital status, the local traditional trades still shine brightly amidst the tides of time, weaving together...
The April Snow of Spring: Hakka Tung Blossom Festival Opens on April 21
The 2013 Hakka Tung Blossom Festival runs from now until May 12, with the theme “Tung Blossoms in Joyful Dance – A Springtime Journey to Hakka Villages.” The opening ceremony will be held on April 21 at Shangri-La Amusement Park in Zaobridge, Miaoli, starting with a grand heaven-worshipping ritual at 10:40 a.m....
The century-old Mazu temples in Greater Taichung showcase creativity—come admire cultural relics and creative works
The “2013 Taichung Mazu International Tourism and Culture Festival” has officially kicked off. In addition to enjoying exciting performances, the Taichung City Government’s Cultural Affairs Bureau has gathered over 100-year-old Mazu temples from the Greater Taichung area at the Port of Taichung Art Center...