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Four-day New Year's holiday plan confirmed for 2015 – start planning your getaway early
The Executive Yuan has finalized a new policy: future national holidays that fall on a Tuesday or Thursday will be adjusted to create four consecutive days off, with a make-up work or school day on the preceding Saturday. Based on this institutionalized rule, the 2015...
Fulfill Your Knight-and-Princess Fantasy: The World’s 10 Most Beautiful Castles
Castles were once seen as symbols of political dominance in a bygone era, but in today’s democratic societies, these magnificent and opulent structures have become beloved tourist attractions. Whether it’s their extravagantly luxurious interiors, the historical significance they represent, or simply their architectural brilliance, these stunning masterpieces of history offer visitors a wealth of experiences.
A Unique Autumn at Jingfang Garden: Brilliant Bald Cypress Foliage
As the weather cools, the red autumn leaves seem ready to burst forth, sparking much anticipation. But aside from maple viewing, there are still plenty of beautiful sights to enjoy with the colorful autumn hues — such as at Jingfang Garden in Changhua County, nestled along the scenic trail of Tianwei Highway...
Halloween Special: No Candy, No Trick – Spooky Discounts Draw Crowds!
Halloween is just around the corner, and to let everyone enjoy this October-exclusive fun and spooky atmosphere, various locations have organized exciting and entertaining costume parties, hoping to bring everyone together for some joyful chaos. In addition, major amusement parks such as...
10 disappearing natural wonders you may not get to see if you wait too long
In recent years, excessive human development and pollution have accelerated global warming. Scientists have repeatedly warned that if we don't act now, irreversible disasters will follow. As environmental awareness grows, more and more films themed around ecology or nature have emerged, aiming to shock audiences into realizing the urgent need to treat our planet better—otherwise, nature's wrath will be merciless. Well-known movies like *The Day After Tomorrow* and *An Inconvenient Truth* still haunt many with their terrifying imagery, serving as stark warnings. But in reality, climate change and human destruction are altering not just the movies—they’re slowly transforming our real world...
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[Thursday Art & Culture]Poems Transformed into Melodies: The Moving Yu Guangzhong Poetry Concert Makes Its Debut
Poetry often allows people to best appreciate the rhythm of words and music. Therefore, one of the performances at Hong Kong Week 2014, *The Poet’s Muse – Yu Guangzhong Poetry Concert*, presents the works accumulated over the years by Professor Yu Guangzhong...
London graffiti spoofing Vermeer's art and terrorists — a Banksy sighting is always a highlight
Recently, there were false reports that British graffiti master Banksy had been arrested in London, but this news did not become an obstacle to the artist’s creativity. He recently returned to his hometown of Bristol and unveiled his latest street work, putting a humorous twist on Vermeer’s famous painting...
Beware of bears! The 2014 Teddy Bear Taichung Carnival Makes a Colorful Debut
The teddy bears are back! Following the craze of the 2013 teddy bear exhibition, the second edition of the Teddy Bear Taichung Lifestyle Carnival kicks off on November 15 (Saturday) and runs for 58 days until January 11 (Sunday) of the following year. In addition to the company of 200...
Autumn has truly arrived!The maple trees at Fushoushan Farm are stealing the show with their early hints of autumn reds, ready to dazzle.
Autumn has truly arrived!On October 22, some winged maple leaves at Songlu, the most popular maple-viewing spot at Fushoushan Farm, were found beginning to turn red quietly!It is expected that early to mid-November will be the best time to admire the red foliage at Songlu. Everyone is welcome to come and enjoy the maple spectacle!
How to explore Guanziling? Don’t miss these six must-dos in the hot spring town!
As the weather cools down in autumn and winter, how can you visit Tainan without experiencing Guanziling Hot Springs, renowned as Taiwan’s No.1 most beautiful hot springs, and enjoy its unique mud hot springs? Guanziling’s mud hot springs are one of only three such springs in the world, alongside those in Kagoshima, Japan...
Heading to the Bridge to Paradise at Grand Lake Park's Rainbow Bridge to claim the top spot?
Recently, the Rainbow Bridge in Grand Lake Park claimed the top spot in an online poll for the "Bridge to Paradise" hosted by a well-known international website, sparking heated discussions among netizens. The website invited users worldwide to participate in the online vote to choose bridges from every corner of the globe that resemble...
The golden frenzy of autumn in Korea: ginkgo trees stretch as far as the eye can see!
Autumn is the most beautiful and comfortable season in Korea. Maple and ginkgo trees change color, painting the mountains and cityscapes with splashes of red, yellow, and orange. Nature’s colorful magic intoxicates people amidst the endless beauty...
The Autumn Trip to Sun Moon Lake: The Shining Light Leisure Travel Fireworks Festival Makes a Dazzling Debut!
The annual highlight event of Sun Moon Lake, the "Sun Moon Lake International Fireworks Music and Bicycle Carnival" series of activities, kicked off grandly from October 17 to November 9 this year, spanning four weeks with a total of six music performances,...
Welcome the Songshan Line opening of service! The coolest concert on a Taipei MRT train
Can you imagine 200 citizens dressed up boarding an MRT car to enjoy classical music inside? To celebrate the upcoming opening of the Songshan Line, the Taipei City Government has specially launched the “Good Luck Taipei Full Experience Plan”, and has...
Four top maple leaf viewing spots in Ottawa are at their best this colorful autumn!
Autumn is definitely the most beautiful season in Canada, with its vibrant foliage blanketing the country like a warm blanket. If you visit Canada in the fall, you absolutely can’t miss these seasonal highlights — especially in its capital...
2014 Xinshe Flower Sea Festival Kicks Off – 35 Hectares of Vibrant Blooms for a Romantic Getaway in Taichung
Taichung’s annual autumn tourism extravaganza is about to begin!The 2014 Xinshe Flower Sea and Taichung International Flower Carpet Festival will run from November 8 to December 7, spanning a full month that includes five public holidays!This year’s Xinshe Flower Sea...
Shilin Xishan Ancient Canal – Taipei’s Hidden Trail for Wellness Travel
The Banling Settlement, located in Lane 71, Section 3, Zhishan Road, Xishan Li, Shilin District, once boasted vast terraced rice fields thanks to the clear water and abundant flow of the Banling Canal. However, as the canal fell into disrepair over time, the pastoral scenery vanished...
The sixth-generation Glico sign has officially been unveiled!The colorful running track continues with dynamic energy!
After the fifth-generation Glico sign, an Osaka icon located in Dotonbori, was turned off on August 17, a two-month wait finally came to an end as the sixth-generation sign lit up on October 23, continuing the running relay!
Another great working holiday option is here: Slovakia has opened limited applications!
The bilateral working holiday program between the Republic of China (Taiwan) and Slovakia officially began accepting applications on October 23, 2014 (103 in Taiwan’s calendar)! Each year, the Republic of China and Slovakia will offer 100 spots to young people aged 18 (inclusive) to 35 (inclusive) from the other country to participate in the working holiday scheme...
Breeze Songgao Grand Opening: H&M’s First Flagship Store Targets Young Shoppers
The sixth branch of Breeze Department Store, Breeze Songgao, opened on October 24, officially entering the premier league of the retail industry. Breeze Songgao targets young female shoppers, featuring over 126 stores ranging from as small as 3 pyeong to as large as 100...