Travel
Flights to Tokyo from just ¥888!* AirAsia Japan’s inaugural flight special deals now on sale
Do you have a budget in mind for a trip to Tokyo? ¥5,000? ¥8,000? AirAsia Japan’s Taipei–Tokyo route will begin service on July 3, and at the same time, it is launching...
Macao MGM’s Magical Light Journey: An Experience of an Underwater World Woven with Light and Shadow
Following the success of the “MGM Butterfly Ballet” in 2012, which attracted over 300,000 visitors, MGM MACAU has launched the “Magical Light Journey” starting from May this year. Designed with the ocean as its theme, the main installation is a cylindrical “Water Sky Screen” surrounded by coral, located in the center of the Sky Screen...
Early Summer Trip to Pingtung: Feast on Blackfin Tuna & Search for Richard Parker for Cash Prizes
The months of April to June mark the peak season for blackfin tuna in Pingtung, and this year’s 13th annual Blackfin Tuna Festival ushers in the local summer tourism boom. Running from today until June 30, this year’s festival...
Take your mom up Taipei 101 for free to enjoy the city’s stunning views
Ride the Taipei 101 observation deck elevator and reach the 89th-floor observation deck in just 39 seconds to take in panoramic views of Taipei. You can also see the world’s largest tuned mass damper. It’s a must-do experience for every traveler visiting Taipei. Starting from this May...
Shop in Xinyi District to grab great deals, enjoy free food, and win free trips to Malaysia
The charm of Nanyang (Malaysia) sweeps across Taiwan. On May 25 and 26 at Taipei’s Xinyi Vivocity, Tourism Malaysia is offering a variety of free food tasting and experience activities, as well as free tour packages and round-trip tickets to Malaysia...
Taipei 101 and Tokyo Skytree Alliance Celebration – Prizes Galore
“Taiwan’s Tallest” Taipei 101 and “Japan’s Tallest” Tokyo Skytree have officially formed an alliance! Following the signing of friendly cooperation agreements between Yushan and Japan’s Mount Fuji, as well as between the Pingxi Crags Railway and Japan’s Enoshima Electric Railway, Taipei 101 and Tokyo Skytree in Japan have now signed a joint promotional plan. The friendship between Taiwan and Japan continues to deepen as they join hands to promote the “2013 Taiwan-Japan Tourism Friendship Year.”
The first-ever Soapbox Race is coming to Taiwan – creative racers wanted now!
Who says speed is the only key to winning a race? The world’s most unconventional racing event—Red Bull Soapbox Race—emphasizes wild creativity in DIY car design...
【Special Feature: Searching for the Mythical Bird of Matsu
Taiwan’s outlying islands each boast unique charm. Visiting Matsu’s uninhabited islands to watch seabirds is a precious travel experience just a stone’s throw away. The black-naped tern, known as the “mythical bird,” had disappeared for over a hundred years and was once thought to be extinct in the world...
The Sydney Opera House Gets a New Look, Making a Stunning Debut from May 24
When it comes to the Sydney Opera House, the first impression that comes to mind is invariably its unique architecture and pristine white color. But during the “Vivid Sydney” creative arts festival from May 24 to June 10, the Sydney Opera House will...
Grab a group dinner after work on Tuesday, and Beijing Station will foot the bill for everyone!
With stagnant wages and rising costs of eating out, office workers have it the toughest. Not only do they need to tighten their budgets, but they also must stay on top of discount information to shop smart. To ease the burden on consumers, Beijing Station Fashion Plaza is...
Limited-time summer promotion at The Classic Hotel – discounts up to 65% off
The 2013 Taipei International Travel Fair will be grandly held from May 24 to 27 at Hall 1 of the Taipei World Trade Center. The Classic Hotel Group is participating for the first time this year, with its exhibition booth located in “Zone B, Booth Nos. 51...” at Hall 1 of the Taipei World Trade Center...
Giant Rubber Duck Invades Hong Kong – Top Hotels with Unbeatable "Duck" Views
The giant yellow rubber duck designed by Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman has arrived in Hong Kong, sparking a local "duck-watching" craze. Global online hotel booking site Hotels.com...
Explore Alishan conveniently and affordably with Taiwan Tourist Shuttle
This year, the Alishan National Scenic Area Administration has partnered with Taiwan High Speed Rail to launch the "Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Alishan Line HSR Joint Ticket." The ticket package includes a round-trip discount fare of NT$486 between Chiayi HSR Station and Alishan Station, as well as a 25% discount on standard-class HSR round-trip tickets...
Enjoying traditional restaurant cuisine, listening to Naha-West performances—this is how to have an unforgettable time in Beitou
For the older generation, when it comes to Beitou, the most memorable aspects are the local trio: hot springs, traditional restaurant cuisine, and Naha-West music. But as time has passed, only the hot springs remain widely known. Want to relive Beitou’s golden days?...
The ultra-romantic Tokyo Skytree glows under a starry night sky as fireflies shimmer along the Sumida River
The Tokyo Fireflies (Tokyoホタル) event is set to launch alongside the one-year anniversary of the Tokyo Skytree. This initiative will kick off the Galaxy Project "Symphony of Light," releasing 100,000 solar-powered...
Picture books break free from the real world – Yilan Jimmy Liao Park captures fleeting moments of scenery
Will the male and female protagonists of "Turn Left, Turn Right" — one going left and the other right — miss each other as two parallel lines, or will they eventually meet after circling around? This unforgettable picture book story will be vividly brought to life before your eyes. The very first Jimmy Liao-themed square in Taiwan is set to welcome every traveler at the Yilan Bus Station in June. As part of the “Lan City Star” project, through urban renewal, the former railway dormitory area south of Yilan Railway Station has been transformed into a national highway bus transfer hub. What was once an abandoned vacant lot is now a bright, open recreational space, adding value in tourism, transportation, environmental sustainability, and historic preservation. Its multifunctional design has turned this space into a brand-new highlight of Lan City.
Ride Your Melbourne Story from the Farm to the Laneway Cafés
Melbourne, once ranked the world’s most livable city, has been shaped by over 200 years of European immigrant culture. Today, in addition to its historic stone architecture and diverse, flavorful restaurants, the city...
20 Popular One-Day Park Itineraries for a Light Trip in New Taipei City
For many office workers, a rare day off is a chance to recharge—but without the exhaustion of traveling far and carrying fatigue into an unpleasant Monday. Why not opt for a simple one-day park trip...
3-Day, 2-Night Fun Travel Guide to the Penghu Fireworks Festival on Jade Island
Stroll along golden shell-sand beaches, enjoy the cool refreshment of crystal-clear seawater; set sail as the horizon still glows with the last hues of sunset, riding the rhythm of the waves as you compete with your fishing rod and squid; gather with a few good friends...
Spot the Mythical Bird of Prey！A Summer-Only Seafaring Journey to Matsu Sets Sail in July
Want to plan a one-of-a-kind trip to an outlying island during the summer vacation? The “2013 Matsu Seabird Watching & Marine Tour” event, hosted by the Matsu National Scenic Area Administration under the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications, will set sail from Fuguo Wharf in Nangan on July 1...