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Beijing Snack Guide Beneath the Imperial City
Beijing’s street snacks consist of three major categories: Han Chinese flavors, Hui Muslim flavors, and imperial court flavors, resulting in an extremely diverse range and eclectic tastes. Especially due to its unique location beneath the imperial city, Beijing snacks are more or less infused with an element of refinement...
Top 20 Nightlife Spots in Taipei You Shouldn’t Miss (Part 1)
Whether you’re a local or a visitor, when you come to Taipei for fun, don’t just hit the hay as soon as night falls. In this bustling metropolis, nighttime is when the real show begins. Whether you’re into high-energy dancing, electronic music, sipping finely crafted cocktails while taking in the glittering city lights, Taipei will keep you wide awake.
First Look at the Cultural and Creative Base: Eslite Spectrum Songyan Store
A new highlight of cultural creativity in Xinyi District, the “Eslite Spectrum Songyan Store” located in the Songshan Cultural and Creative Park officially opened to the public today (the 15th). With a total floor area of 7,200 ping, it spans the basement level 2 and ground levels 1 to 3, totaling four...
Experience the most magical moments by staying in a dream suite named after a renowned movie star
The Cannes Film Festival in France has just concluded, and this annual cinematic extravaganza draws film fans from all over the world to pay homage. But imagine being able to visit the actual filming locations or even stay in the hotel suites once occupied by Hollywood’s biggest stars...
Banyan Tree Hangzhou Xixi, where Jiangnan’s poetic charm lingers
“Let Xixi stay.” It is said that when Emperor Gaozong of the Southern Song Dynasty fled southward, he was deeply captivated by the beauty of Hangzhou’s Xixi Wetland and initially planned to relocate the imperial palace here. Due to various reasons, he had to build the palace elsewhere in Hangzhou, but he couldn’t bear to leave behind such a...
The baby panda "Yuanza" looks up at its mother with an adorable expression that melts your heart
Recently, the baby panda "Yuanzai," who has charmed all of Taiwan—the first panda cub born in Taiwan—finally opened her eyes after 42 days of waiting to see her mother, "Yuan Yuan." In recent days, the heartwarming interactions between mother and daughter...
Not satisfied with urban road running? Push your limits at the Yilan Mountain & Sea Trail Running Challenge
Road running has become increasingly popular recently. In addition to various running events held across Taiwan, the first-ever color run in Taiwan has attracted a huge number of participants eager to sign up. But for those who love running, are you still limiting yourselves to city road runs on asphalt?
Autumn Exclusive: A Comprehensive Guide to Japan’s Best Maple Viewing Spots
After the Start of Autumn in the lunar calendar, temperatures gradually drop as summer fades into early autumn. Starting from mid-September each year, Japan’s “maple viewing line” begins to turn red, starting from Hokkaido. Over the course of about 50 days, the wave of crimson leaves moves progressively southward across the Japanese archipelago...
Sleep in an Italian monastery castle steeped in the slow soul of the Middle Ages
Whether it's "Under the Tuscan Sun" or "A Good Year," the hilltop towns nestled among the endless green hills and valleys in the movies feature thick stone walls—simple yet dignified—that exude the atmosphere of medieval life. Last year...
Surrounded by a riot of blossoms, the Suncheonman Bay World Garden Expo
To preserve Suncheon Bay—one of the five major coastal wetlands and an internationally significant wetland designated under the Ramsar Convention—Korea hosted the "2013 Suncheonman Bay World Garden Expo" in Suncheon City, South Jeolla Province, from April 20 to October 20, 2013, for about six months...
Experience luxury by staying in a dream castle
Today, Fairmont Château Hotels & Resorts operates 74 hotels worldwide, but the most talked-about are still the original five château-style hotels. Although the facilities may not be as advanced as those in newer hotels due to their age...
Challenge your photography eye！The Taipei Art Photography Expo opens in September
Photography enthusiasts, take note！From September 19 to 22 this year, Taiwanese photographers will join forces with international photographers for the first time to hold the “2013 Taipei Art Photography Expo.” It is also the first art photography expo initiated by Taiwanese photography artists...
The first stop at the airport: Liquor Library
Coming to Las Vegas, the world’s premier city of indulgence, how can you not go all out? When in Rome, do as the Romans do—right after landing, head to the airport’s first stop for a shot of vodka and kick off the party. LiquorL...
The Laiya Hotel in Jiaoxi Wins Ten Awards and Offers 50% Off for Extended Stays in August
Having won a total of 10 prestigious awards both domestically and internationally so far this year, The Laiya Hotel in Jiaoxi is now launching the “Ten Awards Gratitude: 50% Off Extended Stay” promotional campaign. From now until August 31...
Kenting’s new “Beauty Stack Main Street Inn” offers one night free when you stay one night
This summer vacation in Kenting, there's a new inn to choose from！ The Lihpao Group has launched a new brand this year—Beauty Stack A.maz.inn. The first inn, “Beauty Stack Main Street Inn (A.maz.inn Kending)...
Taiwan International Travel Fair opens on 8/23 – Paris free & easy for 7 days at NT$45,900
The 2013 Taiwan International Travel Fair will be held from August 23 to 26 at Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1. This exhibition gathers over 350 well-known exhibitors with a total of 500 booths offering numerous special deals, including Skyrocket Travel’s...
Luxury Movie Nights at Sea
Watching movies on your smartphone or tablet is nothing new, but when that free service is offered aboard a luxury cruise ship, it’s a whole different story. The premium cruise line Silversea Cruises...
Taipei Caesar offers a buy-one-get-one-free stay promotion and early-bird mooncake deals
Taipei Caesar Hotel is celebrating its one-year anniversary since renovation by launching a special buy-one-get-one-free stay offer. Pre-sales start now through October 31. Not only can you book the buy-one-get-one-free package for just NT$6,999, but the first night also...
Tainan Travel Heats Up: Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Welcomes One Million Passengers, Gives Away Gifts
Tainan, home to many delicacies and historic sites, has always been a popular domestic travel destination. The Taiwan Tourist Shuttle’s Route 88 Anping Line and Route 99 Taijiang Line, operated by the Tainan City Government, connect major transportation hubs in Tainan City...
High-speed rail tickets for Mid-Autumn Festival long weekend go on sale at midnight on August 22
This year's Mid-Autumn Festival features a four-day long weekend. Taiwan High Speed Rail will operate 62 additional southbound and 50 northbound services—totaling 112 extra trains—between September 18 and September 23 during the holiday transport period. It will also suspend 10 commuter trains...