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Challenge your summer limits—fun for all ages
In the scorching summer heat, you need to do something "extreme" to get your adrenaline pumping. The HowToTrip Lao Ye Grand Hotel has specially introduced immersive interactive equipment, including indoor games and the outdoor Lao Ye Extreme Zone, featuring a total of 8 thrilling game challenges. Successfully complete the challenges and you might even get the chance to book an island adventure and conquer the 1,706 steps of Guishan Island.
Search for transportation, travel, and scenic summer and autumn limited trains in Hokkaido
Many travel memories are fragments of movement between modes of transport. Perhaps it’s the lavender blooming outside the summer train windows; maybe it’s the curious deer by the roadside as you turn a corner while driving; or perhaps it’s the slow movement filled with warmth and...
The most beautiful air ever seen！Kaohsiung Pier-2 “Gas Laboratory” opens today
The Greater Pier-2 Project has expanded the scale of the Pier-2 Art Center. This summer, an installation art exhibition titled “Gas Laboratory,” themed around gases and their applications, is being organized by emerging artists. It runs from now until October 20th at Warehouse C5...
Olympic athletes as your personal coaches
Imagine standing on a vast expanse of silver-white snow, clad in sleek gear, gripping ski poles tightly, gazing down a winding slope — with your private coach standing to your right. It's your first time on the slopes, just like everyone else dreaming of speed and adrenaline — except... your coach is Olympic gold medalist Jonny Moseley. National Geographic explorer Mireya Mayor, Tao Berman — the record-holder for whitewater rafting on California’s Truckee River — and ultra-marathoner Dean Karnazes are all part of the coaching team at ZOZI, a San Francisco-based company that offers fully customized adventure experiences.
Romantic Lover's Night at the Zhu Ming Art Museum: Stargazing in the Taiji Square After Lights Out
The Zhu Ming Art Museum is opening on summer nights to add a romantic touch. Tonight (the 10th), the lights will be turned off from 20:10 to 20:25 to transform the “Taiji Square” into a stargazing stage. Visitors are invited to enjoy a “Concert Under the Stars”...
The true summer of the south—living life in Okinawa.
Okinawa is synonymous with the sea and a laid-back lifestyle. There’s a group of people from elsewhere who fell in love with Okinawa and never wanted to leave. Follow in their footsteps, listen to their touching stories, and find your own pace of life in Okinawa...
The sunset at Guanshan is incredibly beautiful — it has been selected as one of the world’s 12 best places to watch the sunset
Attractions and cuisine from various parts of Taiwan have been making their way onto the international stage. Following its previous features on 40 must-try Taiwanese dishes, Taiwan’s Top 10 Small Tourist Towns, and Taipei’s hidden travel gems, the U.S. Cable News Network (CNN) website has once again...
The popular "Blueprint" attraction in Tainan is about to disappear
The well-known "Blueprint" attraction on Tainan’s Haian Road, a popular spot among visitors, is set to lose its iconic blue wall as the building’s owner plans to sell the property. After standing for 10 years, the blue wall will soon be painted white, leaving many tourists who have visited the Tainan Blueprint...
In the midst of Australia’s harsh winter in August, the Yarra Valley Hot Chocolate Festival warms the air with its sweet aroma
While the Northern Hemisphere swelters under August’s heat, the Southern Hemisphere is deep in winter. In Victoria, Australia, the Yarra Valley hosts...
Tainan Masago Music Festival: Free Admission Plus Chance to Win Round-Trip Tickets to Japan for Two
The long-awaited music event in southern Taiwan—2013 Tainan Masago Music Festival—is set to take place on August 16 and 17. Unlike the lively, hippie, and rock-oriented Gongliao Ocean Music Festival and Kenting Spring Scream, the Tainan Masago...
Limited-time haunted house in the seventh lunar month—grab a flashlight and hunt for ghosts!
The newest way to experience a haunted house: use a flashlight to find the ghosts yourself. E-DA World has launched an adults-only haunted house this lunar July. Step into a near-pitch-dark three-dimensional space where terrifying ghosts appear suddenly and unpredictably. The biggest difference from other haunted houses is...
Liu Yifei’s Three Innovative Restaurants Make Their Debut on The ONE in Tsim Sha Tsui
When celebrities open restaurants, they not only share their favorite types and styles of cuisine with the public, but also offer more diverse food choices. Hong Kong actress Liu Yifei has opened three innovative restaurants on the 18th floor of The ONE shopping mall in Tsim Sha Tsui...
Taste your way through 101 must-try popular snacks in Yilan for the ultimate foodie conquest
Where can you find delicious, affordable snacks with local character that even make it to state banquets? Yilan’s street food is definitely among the best. Published by Mook Publishing, "Where Yilan Eats: The Ultimate Guide to 101+ Popular Yilan Snacks..."
September: Immerse Yourself in Malacca’s World Heritage Sites & Music Festival
Exploring world heritage isn’t just about marveling at ancient architecture and breathtaking landscapes to appreciate the greatness and wonder of our ancestors and nature. Have you ever wondered what it’s like to enjoy music in a UNESCO World Heritage city? This year’s “Malacca World Heritage Music Festival” is set to take place from September 13–14 in the historic UNESCO-listed city of “Malacca.” Visitors will be able to enjoy cultural performances at various iconic sites, including the Malacca Cultural Museum (Sultanate Palace) at the foot of St. Paul’s Hill, the Dutch Red Square,...
Thai Flavors at Huahin Happy Market
Compared to the bustling heart of Bangkok, Hua Hin (or Hua Hin District) is a dream destination for those who love a laid-back and tranquil atmosphere, with many new appealing attractions. Spanning over 7,000 pyeong, Bangkok Chocolate European-style Gourmet Village features vibrant British-style...
Good day, Paris!\nThe iconic Japanese cartoon character My Melody teams up romantically with Just Gold.
As Valentine's Day (Qixi Festival) approaches, Just Gold, a trendsetter in jewelry design, continues to break conventions with its gold and diamond creations. For years, the brand has collaborated exclusively with Sanrio to launch designer accessories inspired by classic characters, winning the hearts of women across all age groups and achieving remarkable sales success. To keep the wave of dreamy accessories going, in August 2013, Just Gold for the first time unified the design concepts of its two flagship brands—Just Gold® and Just Diamond®. By blending French romantic elements with the immense popularity of the idol My Melody, they unveiled the new 'Bonjour！My Melody 日安巴黎' collection.
Macau’s Old Times, A New Journey Through the Old City
Beneath its dazzling and bustling façade of pleasure, Macau is actually an elegant and classical city. The soft, pale-hued Portuguese-style buildings whisper tales of four centuries of colonial history. Strolling through Macau’s old town, the cultural atmosphere wafts through the air, spreading...
Be the owner of a Greek castle for a day with breathtaking views of the Aegean Sea
With its warm and pleasant sunshine, the epitome of blue and white, the beautiful azure Mediterranean coast has always been a dream vacation destination for travelers. The Amanzoe resort hotel, which opened last year, is located on the Peloponnese Peninsula in southern Greece...
The official website for the Yellow Rubber Duck exhibition in Kaohsiung goes live, revealing all the duck's movements
Recently, the hottest focus in southern Taiwan must be the Yellow Rubber Duck！ Designed by Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman, Asia’s largest Yellow Rubber Duck—standing at 18 meters tall...
Asia’s Best Capital City Airports: Taoyuan International Airport Ranks Ninth
The first foreign attraction when traveling abroad is probably the local airport. As such, the first impression an airport gives travelers is especially important. Agoda.com recently released a ranking of the best capital city airports in Asia...