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Full bloom of cherry blossoms at Tamsui Tianyuan Temple; traffic controls enforced on weekends
“2014 New Taipei City Cherry Blossom Season – Cherry Blossom Mini Tour”: The cherry blossoms bloom from January to the end of March. The New Taipei City Government invites friends from home and abroad to visit the nationally renowned cherry blossom destination – Tamsui Wuji Tianyuan Temple – during March to admire...
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[Monday Foodie]A Midnight Gastronomic Odyssey, Yiyayiyayou – A New American Tavern
“Old MacDonald had a farm, E-I-E-I-O” Even if this place was really named after that nursery rhyme, it’s still a bit of a tonal mismatch, isn’t it? Just by looking at Yiyayiyayou’s decor, anyone would assume...
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[Sunday Slow Time]JEAN-PAULH
Shipped weekly from France to Taiwan, all chocolate desserts remain entirely unchanged from their original French versions, presenting the authentic creations of Jean-Paul Hévin. The rich, sweet cocoa aroma melts the hearts of every customer...
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[Saturday Cinema]"300: Rise of an Empire" – An Epic Rebirth
"300: Rise of an Empire" is adapted from Frank Miller's latest graphic novel "Xerxes," and continues the groundbreaking visual style of "300: Rise of an Empire" to tell this legendary epic...
Run while you travel, collecting the most beautiful scenery with your feet
Let running be the motivation to embark on a journey, gathering breathtaking views around the world with your feet—welcoming crimson cherry blossoms in spring, running along the coastline under swaying palm trees in summer, strolling through historic European cities in autumn, and returning to the urban jungle in winter...
A Must-Try in a Lifetime: Centuries-Old Hong Kong Alleyway Snacks Reimagined in Taipei
The Regent Taipei, following previous offerings such as all-you-can-eat lobster or king crab, Tim Ho Wan’s Hong Kong dim sum, and Michelin-starred cuisine by Chef Chiang King Fu at Celebrity Cuisine, has once again launched “A Must-Try in a Lifetime: Centuries-Old Hong Kong Alleyway Snacks.” This collection features...
Strolling Through Japan’s Cherry Blossom Rain – Book with Agoda.com for Special Offers
Agoda.com, a global online hotel booking platform, joins everyone in celebrating Japan’s annual romantic cherry blossom season. Now, Agoda.com is offering great accommodation deals, including up to 15% off for 3-night stays or more at Tokyo’s New Otani Hotel...
Big news from Eurail ! France is back in the "Eurail Select Pass"
Attention railway travel enthusiasts in Europe ! Since January 1, 2013, when France announced its withdrawal from the "Eurail Select Pass"...
A vast red floral carpet: Must-visit spots among Taitung’s seven millet secrets
From December to February each year, the vibrant red Taitung millet, as it ripens and changes color, becomes a unique cultural landscape in Taitung County. During this season, the region is quietly blanketed in fiery red floral carpets, including at Taitung Forest Park, Liwu Tribe...
Roaming in Singapore: A Feast of Mountains and Seas in the Lion City
What was once a small fishing village at the southern exit of the Strait of Malacca has today transformed into a major hub for trade and tourism in Asia. All kinds of new buildings and facilities have sprung up like mushrooms after rain—just half a year away from the city, and you’ll already notice Singapore’s dramatic transformation. This time, joining...
Essential Travel Info in Miyagi, Japan – Experience the Vitality of Tohoku After the 311 Earthquake
The Tohoku region of Japan may not be as familiar to many netizens as Tokyo, Osaka, or Kyoto, but it left a deep impression on everyone’s mind due to the Great East Japan Earthquake three years ago. Today...
Kaohsiung Youth Festival Contiki Party – Your Pre-Departure Launchpad for Graduation Travels
The long-popular gap year in the West allows fresh university graduates to pause, explore the world, and discover themselves through travel, making friends across the globe...
Starbucks' first-ever Drive-Thru store in Taiwan to open in Tainan in late March
As Starbucks Taiwan celebrates its 16th anniversary, the company also announced plans to launch the nation’s first Drive-Thru (DriveThru) outlet, which will officially open on March 27 in Yongkang, Tainan. By the end of 2014...
Over 10,000 Purple Peonies in Bloom on Meiling, Tainan — 4 Popular Hiking Trails You Should Know
While cherry blossoms are in full bloom on Alishan, the purple peonies of Tainan’s Meiling are also bursting into vibrant color. The hills around Meiling offer excellent views, making them a popular choice among local hiking enthusiasts. The main hiking trails in the area include Meifeng, Wulong, Guanyin, and...
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[Stay in a Homestay on Tuesday]Huayan Mountain Forest, the Beautiful Back Garden of the Three Gorges
A venue full of rugged wild charm, with floral prints, fabric drapes, or bamboo curtains in the guest rooms creating an Eurasian style. Shell House, Pandora’s Magic Box, and Little Lodge in the Green Field are especially popular among female travelers. ...
Dreamlike Beauty: 12 Charming Towns You Must Visit in a Lifetime
When traveling around the world, what leaves the deepest impression isn’t necessarily majestic mountains or vast waters, but quaint rural towns nestled deep in the countryside—where an old-world charm and serene, picturesque scenery encapsulate the flow of time and history...
The beauty of Penghu is on par with San Francisco Bay and is recognized as one of the "most beautiful bays in the world" by members.
The beauty of Penghu’s bays has stepped onto the international stage. At 11:00 AM on March 7th, Berlin time, Penghu County Magistrate Wang Gan-fa, accompanied by Ambassador Chen Hua-yu of the Taiwanese Representative
The new landmark of the aerial bike path offers a panoramic view of the Blue Ribbon Waterfront
The embankments along the X] River in Taoyuan’s Nan] area near Jīngguó Road were outdated. When cyclists wanted to cross Jīngguó Second Bridge and Dàkuìxī Bridge, they had to deal with heavy traffic, and there were also breaks in the riverside bike paths. Therefore, the city government carried out water quality improvement work in the upper reaches of the X] River...
Thailand Songkran Festival Guide: Dive into Your First Water Fight
The annual "Songkran Festival" is set to take place from April 13 to 15. Songkran is actually Thai New Year (also known as Songkran due to pronunciation), and various water-splashing events are held across Taiwan...
2014 Hot Vacation Islands to Check Out—5 Tropical Paradises in the South
As summer approaches, whether it’s a family trip, a romantic journey for couples, or a graduation trip for students, islands have always been a popular choice. Island travel not only offers advantages such as proximity and affordable costs, but also features unforgettable...