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Taipei’s “Cherry Blossom Frontline” Report: Popular Cycling Routes to View Cherry Blossoms at Bike Stations Announced

In Japan, cherry blossoms typically begin blooming in March, starting from southern regions such as Kagoshima and Izu, and gradually make their way northward until reaching Hokkaido by the end of May. This phenomenon is referred to as Japan’s “cherry blossom frontline.” Now, Taipei’s “cherry blossom frontline” is...

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Hot air balloon releases in Pingxi, railway mini-trips – Top 5 themed tours for a spring outing in New Taipei

With the Lunar New Year approaching, the New Taipei City Government’s Tourism and Travel Bureau has introduced five recommended travel routes for the festive season. These include “Praying for Blessings: Heritage Tour of Xinzhuang Temple Street,” “Spring Outing: Railway Mini-Trip through Banqiao, Shulin, and Yingge,” “Attracting Fortune: Gold-Rich Stroll along the Shuǐjīnjiǔ Route,” “Releasing Sky Lanterns: A Happy Day Trip to Muzha, Shenkeng, and Pingxi,” and “Joining the Festive Fun: Exploring the Yearly Vibes at Sanxia Old Street.” These routes span both Taipei and New Taipei, offering internationally-themed festive events for welcoming the Year of the Horse.

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Taipei 101 Lights Up for Valentine’s Farewell — Free Confession Opportunity

The exterior lighting of Taipei 101 is about to say goodbye to everyone. Before that, the public can confess their love to someone special during the Valentine’s period. Those who want to take this final chance to light up Taipei 101 can register on the “Love You 14 – Light Up Your Love” event website on the official Taipei 101 site on January 23 and 24...

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The 3D Light Sculpture Spectacular in Zhuguang Taichung Makes a Classic Comeback and Runs for a Full Year

The “Zhuguang Taichung 3D Light Sculpture Spectacular,” which created a huge sensation in Taichung last year, will run for a full year starting from January 25. Shows will take place at 19:00, 20:00, and 21:00 every Saturday evening at the Taichung Prefectural Hall...

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[Friday Fun in Taiwan]Little Trip to View Cherry Blossoms in Greater Taipei

This season is when cherry blossoms bloom into smiling faces, as delicate pink petals gently drift down with the breeze—so romantic it leaves you spellbound. This week, before the holiday crowds arrive, plan a little cherry blossom getaway...

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Life-sized "Horse" Sand Sculptures to Greet Lunar New Year at Queensland’s Whitsunday Islands' Whitehaven Beach

To celebrate the arrival of the Lunar New Year, Cruise Whitsundays will join forces with Hamilton Island to host festive events. During the Lunar New Year period, at Whitehaven Beach—renowned as one of the most beautiful beaches in the world...

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Red cherry blossoms bloom in Taipei – 22 recommended happy cherry blossom hiking trails

Every year from late January to early February, the mountains and forests of Taipei shed their dry, yellow hues and don fresh pink and red tones as cherry blossoms burst into bloom. Their graceful beauty beckons everyone outdoors to enjoy nature,...

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New Taipei City’s Happy Christmas Town Welcomes the Lunar New Year with Reimagined God of Wealth and Flying Cat Bear

The Happy Christmas Town in New Taipei City, which brought endless surprises in 2013, returns with its main light displays—the Christmas Santa and the flying teddy bear. On the eve of the Lunar New Year, Santa dons festive new attire to transform into the God of Wealth, while the flying teddy bear...

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1,600 paper pandas visit Taipei as 200 paper Formosan black bears welcome them at National Theater & Concert Hall

The arrival date of the 1,600 panda cubs, who recently announced they would come to Taiwan for fun, has been confirmed. The large-scale outdoor installation exhibition “1600 Pandas World Tour – Taipei,” co-hosted by the Taipei City Government’s Department of Information and Tourism and Left Brain Creative, is set to kick off on February 28 in Taipei. This marks the first stop of the paper panda sculptures’ Asian tour. The 1,600 paper pandas, which have traveled to over 20 cities in Europe including Paris, Berlin, Hamburg, and Rome, along with specially created paper Formosan black bears, will meet the public at the exhibition.

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[Stay in a Homestay on Tuesday] Sunlight Homestay, Breathtaking Mountain Town Night View

Jiufen is immensely popular with tourists not only for its unique cultural charm in the old alleys of the mountain town but also for its stunning sea views, spectacular nightscapes, and refreshing morning light. Staying at the Sunlight Homestay homestay atop the mountain and spending...

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Special Feature: Top Cherry Blossom Spots Across Japan — Let’s Go View the Blossoms Together

It’s once again the perfect season of spring blossoms and cherry blooms. What are the must-visit cherry blossom spots in Japan? We’ve compiled them all by region for you. Plus, discover uniquely charming night cherry blossom spots where you can enjoy not only the delicate pink hues of the blossoms by day but also...

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The world's 8 most beautiful subway stations – two from Kaohsiung MRT make the list

Kaohsiung has recently made multiple appearances in international media, following CNN’s special feature on Kaohsiung, the 10 reasons to fall in love with Kaohsiung, and the 10 things Taiwan does better than anywhere else in the world. Now, international news site PolicyMic has also included Kaohsiung MRT’s...

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Free Wi-Fi & Must-Visit Attractions for a Short Trip to Hong Kong During Chinese New Year & Valentine’s Day

This year, Chinese New Year falls on a 6-day holiday, and right after that comes Valentine’s Day. With just one day off, you can enjoy a romantic getaway to Hong Kong. Then there's also the 228 consecutive holidays, which marks another peak travel season to Hong Kong. Visitors planning a trip during this time shouldn't miss...

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2014 Taiwan Happyland Theme Park Events & Limited-Time Offers Begin

With holiday season approaching, the most popular winter break for students has also arrived. The Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications stated that this year, 21 theme park operators are participating in the winter vacation promotion. In addition to the first five days of the Lunar New Year when the first 20 visitors born in the Year of the Horse can enjoy a 50% discount...

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The main lantern of the Kaohsiung Gangshan Lantern Festival makes its debut with a five-day fireworks extravaganza

The “2014 Gangshan Lantern Festival” officially kicks off on January 31 (the first day of the Lunar New Year) and will run for 15 days. In addition to the creative screw-shaped main lantern, there will be a Gangshan rural-themed lantern area and a 3D water dance light show.

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[Monday Food Feature]ibukibyTAKAGIKAZUO, “Soul of a Craft” Kyoto Flavors

With centuries of history behind it, this authentic Kyoto kaiseki cuisine has earned the prestigious French Michelin two-star rating—yet it’s flawlessly recreated in a five-star Taipei hotel, leaving diners in awe of Chef Takagi Kazuo’s “soul of a craft”...

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Make Travel Smarter: The Complete Guide to Mobile Internet in Japan

In 2013, over one million Taiwanese traveled to Japan, making it the most popular overseas destination for Taiwanese travelers. The number of people relying on their “perfect travel companion”—the smartphone—has also been rising year by year. However, without...

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[Stay in a Homestay on Tuesdays]Venice in the Mountains, a Romantic Glass House Bathed in Sunshine

At dawn, sunlight gently streams through the windows, awakening guests with a soft touch. Contentedly stretching and greeting the morning sun, they prepare for the next leg of their journey. This is a scene at the Venice in the Mountains homestay—a place where fireflies and tung trees bloom...

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[Monday Foodie Feature]Zhongshan Guesthouse: A Deconstructed Culinary Leap Through Time

Tucked away in a quiet alley, Zhongshan Guesthouse exudes an authentically secretive ambiance—“doing business behind closed doors.” Housed in a building repurposed from an old residence, its architectural style is infused with distinct era-defining characteristics the moment you push open the door. The head chef...

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[Sunday Slow Time]Zhongxin Market, Unearthing the Flowing Years in Baoshan

Stepping into Zhongxin Market, you’ll see rain shelters stretching two or three stories high, some of which have been replaced with transparent corrugated panels to let sunlight filter into these narrow alleys. Though the daylight remains somewhat dim, the atmosphere is still quite different from that after nightfall...

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