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Capture the Skytree in a unique way: Secret photo spots revealed
When it comes to traveling in Tokyo, whether it’s ascending the tower to gaze at the Tokyo skyline, overlooking the city’s beautiful vistas, or simply looking up to feel the towering presence of the Skytree, a pilgrimage for Tokyo fans is always incomplete without a romantic encounter with the Skytree...
High-speed rail student summer discounts start at 50% off every day
Summer vacation is approaching. Taiwan High Speed Rail will launch a special student discount program from July 1 to September 1, featuring specially scheduled summer discounted trains with up to 249 discounted services per week. All currently enrolled college and university students can...
A Complete Guide to Lan Yu’s Classic Summer Scenery
The scorching summer vacation is just around the corner, and Taiwan’s outlying islands are gearing up for their busiest summer season. In recent years, Lan Yu has become a popular alternative to Penghu, Kinmen, and Matsu, thanks to its rich indigenous culture and its laid-back, off-the-beaten-path vibe.
Develop RobotKitty with Future Land and Hello Kitty
The most design-forward and talked-about "Robot Kitty Future Land Mechanical Kitty Smile Tech Interactive Exhibition" will make its debut on July 12. Unlike typical exhibitions, Robot Ki...
Taiwan on the Tip of Your Tongue: Top 20 Must-Try Night Market Snacks
For travelers who love to collect local memories through their taste buds, no trip to a new place is complete without venturing into the local night markets or alleyways in search of unique snacks. However, while fried chicken cutlets, pan-fried buns, oyster omelets, and rice balls may come in different variations from different vendors, and each has its loyal fans, these widely available snacks often fail to offer something truly fresh or unique. That’s why this special feature by HowToTrip focuses on local culinary delights, uncovering 20 distinctive snacks that are rarely found elsewhere, allowing readers to embark on a delicious island-wide journey through flavors you won’t find just anywhere.
Explore Taoyuan’s Skywalk on the “Little Wulai Line” One-Day Tour Starting from NT$299
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle has become a popular choice for domestic travel in recent years, offering convenient transfers between attractions and a variety of discounted package options, making travel both easy and affordable. Following the highly popular Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Cihu Line in Taoyuan County, ...
Hualien Hot Air Balloon Soaring Season Opens on June 22 with Free Experience in the Afternoon
This summer, the skies are bustling with activity. Not only is Taitung hosting an International Hot Air Balloon Festival, and Kaohsiung’s Chengcing Lake launching a city hot air balloon event, but Hualien is also joining in the fun by holding the “20...
The golden rain of midsummer shines brightly over Greater Tainan in June
A golden shower of flowers symbolizing happiness is about to light up Greater Tainan. The 2013 Tainan Golden Shower Tree Flower Festival will kick off grandly at Hutoupi Reservoir in Xinhua from June 8 to June 23. This year’s Golden Shower Tree Flower Festival has specially invited Axel, the German founder of the “Tainan May Music Festival,” and his foreign friends to perform on-site at Hutoupi Scenic Area during the flower festival. In addition to the hiking activities starting at Hutoupi Scenic Area on June 8, the event period also features concerts, photography competitions, cricket fights, and other exciting programs. It is hoped that visitors coming to Tainan for flower viewing and travel will all take away an unforgettable romantic golden impression.
Midsummer Japan Trip: Ride the GeGeGe no Kitaro Train to the Kingdom of Manga
Attention die-hard fans of Japanese manga—the second annual Manga Expo (まんが博'乙), held in the Kingdom of Manga—Tottori Prefecture, Japan—will kick off on July 13 during summer vacation. Spanning nearly one and a half months,...
Stay at the Gundam Command Post in Odaiba
Since the 18-meter-tall life-size Gundam model was erected in Odaiba last spring (2012), the area has undoubtedly become a sacred site for anime fans. Now, another Gundam hub has landed in Odaiba, allowing fans not only to look up in awe but also to stay right inside it.
Asia In selecting %s Shanghai Luxury Travel Show (1)
The seventh edition of the Shanghai Luxury Travel Show (International Luxury Travel Market ASIA, ILTM ASIA) this year is being held at...
The Rising Force in Travel: Solo Business Trips by Women on the Rise
As women increasingly take the lead in various fields, the traditional male-dominated narrative of business travel is being challenged. More and more women are stepping out of the office to travel the world as professional female business travelers, becoming...
6 Fun Activities to Enjoy Easily in Taipei and New Taipei This Weekend
Tomorrow is the weekend, and residents in the Greater Taipei area looking for a quick getaway can enjoy various activities happening this week in both New Taipei City and Taipei City. In New Taipei, there’s a small farmers’ market, pet adoption event, ...
Mayday Rocks Kaohsiung: The 9/10 "Kaohsiung Night" Closes with a Concert
In recent years, Kaohsiung City has been vigorously promoting tourism, attracting both domestic visitors and travelers from China, Hong Kong, and Macau through its city ambassador, "Mayday." Recently, Kaohsiung Deputy Mayor Lee Yong-de and Mayday promoted...
$1,561 for a Club Sandwich? Geneva Named the World’s Most Expensive Travel City
In an era when everyone is complaining about rising prices and stagnant salaries, do you know how much the most expensive club sandwich can cost? According to the latest Club Sandwich Index released by global online hotel booking website Hotels.com...
Explore Toronto and Visit the Hometown of Baseball Star Wang Jianmin, Former Blue Jays Player
This week, Taiwanese-American baseball pitcher Wang Jianmin has once again become the focus of attention as he returns to the Major Leagues wearing the uniform of the Toronto Blue Jays. His comeback not only showcases his perseverance and dedication but also makes people wonder—what kind of city is Toronto, really? Today, HowToTrip takes you on a sneak peek into Canada’s largest metropolis to discover its most exciting and enjoyable spots.
Unleash your inner child—America’s first LEGO® Hotel opens in California
The first LEGO® Hotel in the United States has recently opened in California, featuring 3,500 LEGO® models and 250 rooms themed around three storylines: Kingdom, Pirate, and Adventure. Each room in the hotel...
Limited-time recommendation: A classic Chiayi Lukang old-town experience on Dragon Boat Festival
Tomorrow is the Dragon Boat Festival holiday. Isn’t it a bit of a waste to just sleep until noon and spend the day eating zongzi? During this traditional holiday full of nostalgia, HowToTrip would like to recommend...
Roam Germany in an exclusive small group & get a €100 shopping voucher for free
As traveling to Europe and exploring the Romantic Road and Alpine Road in Germany becomes more accessible, travelers are starting to pay attention to details beyond the tour price — whether it's accommodation, dining, or the uniqueness of transportation...
Even Mayday is obsessed with it！ A complete guide to Kaohsiung’s food scene
Kaohsiung, a city so captivating that even the renowned band Mayday fell in love with it—their lead singer Ashin once described it as “a place with ten thousand reasons to visit”! Eating delicious food in Kaohsiung has become a must-do when visiting southern Taiwan. The publishing house Mook searched high and low for...