The “Run For Your Lives – Zombie Obstacle Run,” which originated in the United States and quickly gained massive popularity, drew in tens of thousands of participants. After becoming a hit across North America, it has now sparked widespread response, and the “virus” is spreading further into Asia...
When it comes to Japan’s Ise-Shima region, one can’t help but think of high-end seafood ingredients such as lobsters and abalones. The area’s natural bay topography provides an abundance of marine produce. However, this trip is not just about the food—we’re here to ride the newest luxury tourist train, the Kintetsu Shimakaze (Premium Express HIMAKAZE), which launched this March...
The 2013 New Taipei City Happy Christmas City today unveiled a stellar lineup surpassing the scale of New Year's Eve concerts and the Taipei Arena, featuring four spectacular "Joy Night" concerts headlined by EDM queen Jolin Tsai, ballad prince JJ Lin, diva Jolin Tsai, and king Show Luo...
In October, the scene of the blue sperm whale and the little yellow duck competing for attention in northern and southern Taiwan will make a comeback in December. On December 21, the little yellow duck will soon appear in Keelung, while the talked-about blue sperm whale...
The Grand Hyatt Taipei’s uniquely designed Christmas tree has always been a focal point of attention. To spread a joyful and vibrant festive atmosphere, this year’s theme is “Golden Christmas.” It features over 10,000 themed decorations, more than 80,000 sparkling lights...
To coincide with the opening of the Taipei MRT Xinyi Line, the Taipei City Government's Department of Information and Tourism will host the “Explore Xinyi – Holiday Guided Tour Experience” every Saturday and Sunday from November 30 to December 29. Professional guides will...
TLC Travel & Living Channel is celebrating its 10th anniversary of broadcasting in Taiwan. This year, it has once again partnered with the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications to produce a brand-new season of "Crazy for Taiwan All-Stars." Janet takes renowned hosts from around the world...
From late December to the end of January each year is plum blossom season, when the flowers bloom in the cold winter. Thousands of hectares of white plum blossoms burst into bloom, filling the air with a subtle fragrance that is simply intoxicating. The homeland of plums — Xinyi Township in Nantou County — is the area with the most extensively planted plum trees in all of Taiwan...
The bright and cheerful style of Impressionist paintings, along with their focus on everyday landscapes and figures, has been widely loved by the public. Monet, a representative master of the Impressionist movement, thanks to the generous loan from the Musée Marmottan Monet in Paris—the world’s most significant collection of Monet’s works...
Every year on New Year’s Eve, various events are held around the world to welcome the new year. Amidst the enthusiastic countdown by the public, dazzling fireworks symbolize a fresh start. For young people, New Year’s Eve has become a major celebration distinct from New Year’s Day...
Travel the world and explore architectural landmarks—endless mountains and rivers fill travelers’ bucket lists. But some “staircases” around the globe are just as captivating as any famous structure. Whether it’s Germany’s rollercoaster walkway...
For cities, landmark buildings often shape our impressions, but every nostalgic structure has its own personality and story. Take the ancient city of Kyoto, for example—apart from the well-known Kinkaku-ji, Kiyomizu-dera, and Nijō Castle, within the city area...
The annual "Happy Flower Fields" series in Qiaotou has entered its 7th year, successfully attracting thousands of visitors every year, with last year’s turnout reaching 600,000. This year, the Qiaotou District Office has planted over 40 hectares...
For the second consecutive year, Pingtung County Government has partnered with the Wanjin Basilica to host the “Wanjin Christmas Festival,” transforming Wanjin Village in Wanluan Township at the foot of Dawu Mountain into the most festive and heartwarming Christmas destination in Taiwan. This year’s Wanjin Christmas Festival will...
Taipei Zoo’s panda star “Yuanyuan” is set to make her debut next January. To welcome the super adorable Yuanyuan, Taipei Miramar Garden Hotel has launched a limited-time “Beautiful Hearts Reunited – Yuanyuan Fun Getaway” accommodation package, with only two rooms available per day...
Located along Gōngyì Road, one of the prime foodie battlegrounds in Taichung City, FortyCafé is nestled in a quiet alley off the main street. Originally working in the import business, Ms. Yao started Forty...
The Golden Horse Award-winning 2013 Best Film "Ilo Ilo" is based on a true story and marks the first feature-length drama by acclaimed director Anthony Chen, who has garnered international attention at numerous film festivals. The film tells the story of Jiale (played by Koh Jia Ler), an intelligent...
New Taipei City has a total of 558 bus routes, forming an extensive transit network. To encourage more people to take the bus, the New Taipei City Government’s Department of Transportation has specially partnered with 13 bus operators, the New Taipei City Public Bus Transport Business Association, and Moleskine...
"Whenever people hear about Fukui Prefecture, they quickly have to explain that it’s not Fukuoka with all its street stalls in Kyushu, nor is it Fukushima Prefecture in the northeast with its nuclear power plants," Mr. Matsushi from the Fukui Prefecture Tourism Federation introduces half-jokingly...
The most anticipated weekend holiday is just around the corner again! For those who love outdoor activities and admiring natural beauty, why not plan a short floral-themed weekend getaway? Whether it’s the Guting Riverside Park in Taipei, the Caoling Historic Trail in Yilan, Xinshe in Taichung, or...