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Essential Disaster Preparedness for Travelers: Top 10 Items for an Earthquake Kit
Taiwan, located at the intersection of tectonic plates, experiences frequent earthquakes. However, most households lack sufficient awareness about preparing an earthquake kit. Below are ten essential emergency items to have on hand during an earthquake. In addition to water and food, these include flashlights, masks, gloves, and disaster preparedness manuals. Even when traveling, having these can help you stay calm in the event of an earthquake.
New Taipei’s Romantic Cherry Blossom Season Photography Contest Kicks Off Early
As Lunar New Year approaches, the cherry blossom season draws nearer. This year, the New Taipei City Government will host the “2014 New Taipei City Cherry Blossom Season – Cherry Blossom Mini Tour” event, and its photography contest has arrived ahead of schedule to let all “cherry blossom photographers” capture not only the beauty of Taiwan’s mountain cherries but also the connection between the blossoms and New Taipei City’s culture and humanity, creating the most beautiful memories of this year’s “Cherry Blossom Mini Tour.”
![[Monday Foodie]LALOS Bakery, Authentic Southern French Flavors](https://www.howtotrip.net/travel/pic/20180209/e6c3606f5c297315deccb65f8dc1c189.jpg)
[Monday Foodie]LALOS Bakery, Authentic Southern French Flavors
Strolling through the basement level of Taipei 101, it’s easy to be drawn to the sight of tall, handsome bakers bustling behind the bakery’s glass window. This is LALOS Bakery, a go-to bread supplier for many Michelin-starred restaurants in France...
![[Sunday Slow Time]Ichihashi Tea & Confectionery Shop, a Japanese tea ceremony experience narrated in Chinese](https://www.howtotrip.net/travel/pic/20180209/87b6ab9d8fcff6381d9fe71a820d8a26.jpg)
[Sunday Slow Time]Ichihashi Tea & Confectionery Shop, a Japanese tea ceremony experience narrated in Chinese
At the entrance, a large wooden signboard bearing the shop’s name, dark fabric curtains, and an ancient Japanese sunken hearth hanging in the stairwell atrium — a gentle Japanese cultural vibe begins to permeate. The dining area is on the second floor, where shoes must be removed. The spacious...
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[Saturday Cinema]"Last Vegas" - Old guys still rock!
Is seventy the new thirty? Even cool grandpas can party hard! This is the wild journey of four dapper dudes — the gramps version of "The Hangover"!
Hot air balloon flower viewing experience: Magnificent floral blooms in Meinong, Shanlin, and Liugui this Lunar New Year
From now until the end of February is the perfect season for flower viewing trips, as floral landscapes across Taiwan gradually burst into bloom. To expand the scope of the flower viewing experience, the Kaohsiung City Government’s Civil Affairs Bureau has created the concept of a “Grand Floral Zone,” integrating the flower fields of Meinong, Shanlin, ...
A Half-Day Art Museum Stroll: A Hipster's Guide to Tokyo
From location to content curation, Tokyo’s art museums all have their own distinct personalities. Even without much explanation, you can often sense their essence just by being in the space. Some might worry that art museums are intimidating or that truly appreciating them requires too much effort...
Yida World Cartoon Lantern Festival: Po and Pops Go Wild for Lantern Festival
2014’s cartoon stars are coming to Yida Amusement World to meet their fans! From January 21 to February 16, beloved cartoon characters will appear as colorful eggs and lanterns, keeping the festive fun going from New Year’s all the way to the Lantern Festival. Highlights include the wildly popular “Adventure Time” lantern area, where Finn and Jake will lead you into the whimsical world of the Land of Ooo; the “The Amazing World of Gumball” lantern zone, following Gumball and Darwin through their hilarious school adventures; the “Ben 10” area, where you can team up with Ben to defeat aliens and save the planet; plus the “Regular Show” lantern display, featuring Mordecai and Rigby’s hilarious antics. And don’t miss the “Powerpuff Girls,” who will join forces to bring high-energy fun to the Lunar New Year cartoon celebration, guaranteed to keep everyone laughing.
![[Wednesday Shopping Special]HelloKitty Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, Adorable Limited-Edition Festival Dish Now on Sale](https://www.howtotrip.net/travel/pic/20180209/f6e988190f5703896bc09357796a62f6.jpg)
[Wednesday Shopping Special]HelloKitty Buddha Jumps Over the Wall, Adorable Limited-Edition Festival Dish Now on Sale
Just how popular is HelloKitty? From exhibitions and convenience store loyalty campaigns to airplanes and the Maokong Gondola, her presence is everywhere. Now, this craze has swept into the festival dish market — the 80-year-old traditional brand Lao Xie Zhen...
Old Master Q’s Ding Ding Car Journey Back to Classic Comic Time
As winter vacation and Lunar New Year holidays approach, besides traveling for spring outings, you can also visit Old Master Q to celebrate the New Year at the Taipei Songshan Cultural and Creative Park from now until February 9th. Upon entering the exhibition venue, visitors are welcomed by Old Master Q’s Ding Ding Car...
The Five-Colored Carousel Mini Lanterns of the 2014 Taipei Lantern Festival Make Their Early Debut
The 2014 Taipei Lantern Festival will take place from February 7 to 16, presenting a 10-day lantern art extravaganza at the Taipei Expo Park’s Yuanshan and Hua Shan parks. The highly anticipated mini lanterns have also been unveiled ahead of time, breaking away from previous years’ designs that featured single zodiac animals...
Explore the hidden wonders of Angkor Wat with a professional photographer to capture stunning views
A star destination among World Heritage Sites—Angkor Wat—has long been on the bucket lists of many travelers. However, visiting Angkor Wat without capturing breathtaking or timeless photos is often a regrettable experience for many. To address this...
Top 5 Popular Overseas Travel Destinations for Chinese New Year Revealed
With fewer public holidays this Chinese New Year, many people are struggling to decide where to travel. Hotels.com has released the most-searched domestic and international travel destinations for Taiwanese travelers this holiday season as a reference. The results...
![[Stay at a homestay on Tuesday]Haichuan Homestay, where you can collect the beautiful coastal views of Hualien](https://www.howtotrip.net/travel/pic/20180209/e87f19970532d74cf541fe18719424a1.jpg)
[Stay at a homestay on Tuesday]Haichuan Homestay, where you can collect the beautiful coastal views of Hualien
Hualien, with its stunning mountains and waters, attracts many visitors. It offers urban travelers weary of city life a spiritual cleansing through the sound of ocean waves, immersing them in a natural feast of mountain and sea scenery. At night, you can also visit local night markets to sample snacks...
Taiwan ranked 11th among the world’s must-visit destinations in 2014
Taiwan’s tourism industry has once again received international recognition. Following the UK's The Guardian including Taiwan in its list of recommended travel destinations this year, The New York Times has also placed Taiwan on its 2014 list of 52 must-visit places, ranking it 11th...
Venture into Japan’s World Heritage Sites and Listen to the Symphony of Faith and Nature
When it comes to World Heritage Sites near Tokyo, the shrines and temples of Nikko are no longer the only answer. In early summer 2013, Mount Fuji was officially inscribed as a World Heritage Site, becoming Japan’s seventeenth. Its value lies not only...
Round Baby Leads the Way at the Zoo: Ultra-Cute Painted Train Launches Today
The giant panda cub "Round Baby," who has recently captured widespread attention, has drawn large crowds of "Round Baby fans" to the Taipei City Zoo's Panda House every day since making her debut on January 6. On the one-week anniversary of her public appearance today (…
HelloKittyRun Crazy Road Race: Tens of Thousands Showcase Sweet Power
Led by Hello Kitty herself, the 1/11 morning race covered a 5-kilometer route from Taipei’s Dajia Riverside Park to the Taipei Children’s Amusement Park, with her best friends KIKI & LALA...
Hamilton Island in Australia: A Romantic Honeymoon Destination Perfect for Valentine’s Day
In the vast Great Barrier Reef of Queensland, Australia, there lies a naturally formed heart-shaped coral reef (Heart Reef). Legend has it that when a boy meets a girl and the two hold hands to gaze upon this heart, true love lasts forever...
Macau’s Lunar New Year float parade features Taiwanese electric performance troupes to celebrate the festive season
The Macao SAR Government Tourism Board will host a large-scale outdoor Lunar New Year event themed “Galloping Horses Shine Bright over the Macao Bay” on the third (February 2) and ninth (February 8) days of the Lunar New Year. The activities include a galloping horses float parade...