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Japan's Largest Art Exhibition: The Earth-Shaking Aichi Triennale
Entering its second edition, Japan’s largest art exhibition — the Aichi Triennale 2013, re-emerged after the Great East Japan Earthquake of 3/11. This time, it takes as its theme...
The ultimate ultramarathon for wine lovers: the Bordeaux Wine Marathon where you run and drink
Whether you’re a fan of the manga “Kami no Shizuku” or a seasoned wine enthusiast who’s been around the block, you’ve probably heard of the Bordeaux Wine Marathon in France. This upcoming 29th edition of the ultimate booze-filled ultramarathon—
Youth Canteen, A Campus Holiday Time (Part 1) — Chung Hsing University %sBakkuAllPass
It felt as though I had stumbled into a scene from Alice in Wonderland: a hurried, top-hatted rabbit vanished in a flash, and the white glass house before me resembled a hidden fairyland deep within an enchanted forest...
Penghu Beach Carnival to Kick Off on August 17 with Concerts
Centered around “the most beautiful bay in the world – Penghu,” the “2013 Penghu Beach Carnival” integrates beach activities across the region including Lindou Beach, Aimen Beach, Guanyin Pavilion, Magong Fishing Port, and Chi] Fishing Port.
A New Kind of Travel Experience in Tainan’s Old Houses
The new wonders that old Tainan offers travelers are actually brewing within historic buildings, enticing people to come and rediscover lost times. The fragments of those golden eras might just be thriving in newly established...
Is the best view of Amanohashidate—one of Japan’s Three Views—between your legs?
Amanohashidate in Kyoto, along with Matsushima and Miyajima, is counted among Japan’s Three Views. It features a 3.6-kilometer-long white sandy beach stretching in an S-shape across the western side of Miyazu Bay, covered with pine trees that create a beautiful blend of blue and green. Since ancient times...
Top 5 Spring Festival Activities & Scenic Spots in Tainan – A Lazy Guide to Lunar New Year Travel
As the Lunar New Year approaches, besides the recent hotspots in Tainan such as the Chimei Museum, Lint Department Store, Guanziling Mud Hot Springs, and leisure farms that are perfect for spring outings, there are also many other holiday travel destinations. These spots not only offer diverse themed activities...
Luxurious Aerial Experiences: Exploring the World by Helicopter
Helicopters may be one of the most expensive modes of transportation in the world, but they also offer an unparalleled perspective over breathtaking landscapes — from bustling metropolises to private resort islands. In Tokyo, MCAS offers...
Sleep inside a watermelon? The visual wonders of camping in the wild
Camping is a fun and exciting activity, so why let an ordinary tent turn your nights in the wilderness into something dreadfully dull? Imagine lying under a sparkling lake, gazing up at the vast...
4 German Scenic Routes to Immerse You in Timeless Medieval Charm
The concept of scenic routes originated in Germany, starting with the German Alpine Road and Romantic Road in the 1950s. Today, Germany boasts over 150 scenic routes, each...
Japan’s Sendai Tanabata Festival: The Most Beautiful Summer Festival in Tohoku
Romantic Tanabata is just around the corner, and one of the four major festivals in Northeast Japan — the “Sendai Tanabata Festival” — will be held from August 6 to 8. With over 700 years of history, the Sendai Tanabata Festival in Miyagi Prefecture is hailed as the best of its kind in Japan...
Enjoy the private beach of Dubai’s “Only Palm Hotel” exclusively
Dubai, already home to a cluster of luxury hotels, welcomes another shining star—the boutique beach resort “One&Only The Palm,” located on Palm Jumeirah...
Sleep in a bubble under the stars in Provence
Is there any better way to immerse yourself completely in nature? The transparent bubble rooms provided by France’s Attrap’Rêves company overturn traditional accommodation habits, offering something both novel and eco-friendly. Each semi-trans...
The Golden Needle Flower Season in Hualien Kicks Off with the Largest Sea of Flowers in Taiwan, Covering 70 Hectares
Vibrant and lively golden needle flowers bloom every August and September, creating a breathtaking spectacle that draws many visitors from far and wide to witness the grandeur of the golden mountain seas of blooms. The 2013 Golden Needle Flower Season...
Argentine slow-cooked steak: A rare delicacy that can’t be rushed
Step into “Argentine Slow-Cooked Steak Steak'Wine” located on Section 2, Dunhua South Road, and under the shade of trees, your eyes will immediately be drawn to the large slow-cooking grill visible through the transparent glass. Introduced by Taiwanese rising star chef Fernando Sung (宋建良), who has lived in Argentina for 26 years...
Stay in a Moroccan palace and indulge in the royal luxury of North Africa
A private jet slowly descends upon a Moroccan palace as majestic as a castle. Stepping out of the hotel’s chartered Dassault Falcon 900LX is tonight’s guest who will be staying at the Pal...
The square transforms into a starry sky amusement park — a new romantic dating landmark with dazzling lights
After the inauguration of the new Hengchun Railway Station, the old site was demolished, freeing up a large public area. The county government is currently creating a new Hengchun landmark, the “Dawushan Starry Sky Square,” on the east side of the entrance. The unique lattice steel frame design mimics the silhouette of Dawushan Mountain and...
8 “Kyoto Experiences” to Discover on a Short Trip to Kyoto
This summer, if you’re planning a trip to Kyoto with family and friends, in addition to visiting famous sights like Kinkaku-ji, Ginkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Nijo Castle, would you like to try something a little different yet still full of authentic “Kyoto flavor”? Then how about taking a scenic train ride to enjoy mountain and river views...
Switzerland's Whitepod Resort: Luxury Igloos in the Snow
Have you ever seen an igloo? Do you still imagine an igloo as just crawling through a small hole in a semi-circular building and starting a little fire inside to keep warm? The Swiss Whitepod Resort, built on eco-friendly principles...
Father's Day %s Valentine's Day — The L’Hermitage Resort Beitou satisfies your two favorite people at once
How long has it been since you held your dad’s warm hand and enjoyed a nice meal with him? And how long has it been since you were so caught up in work and social obligations that you forgot about your dearest her? In this sweet month of August, besides Father’s Day, there’s also the romantic...