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The two major hot spring festivals in southern Taiwan kick off for a cozy autumn season!
As autumn cools down, it’s once again the perfect season for soaking in hot springs. The inviting steam of these warm baths captures everyone's attention. Starting in November, two renowned hot spring towns in southern Taiwan—Guanziling and Sichongxi, both listed among Taiwan’s Top Four Famous Hot Springs—will launch their...
Limited-time exclusive stay offer at Sands Macao starts from HKD 908!
The Sands Macao resort, which includes The Venetian Macao, Conrad Macao, Cotai Central, Sheraton Grand Macao, Cotai Central, and Holiday Inn Macao, Cotai Central, will launch...
Up to 61% off on limited-time accommodation and train tickets during the High-Speed Rail Holiday Travel Expo!
The “2014 Taipei International Travel Fair,” held from November 7 to 10, kicked off with great fanfare. Taiwan High Speed Rail, one of the exhibitors, specially launched exclusive, value-packed deals for the expo, including nine carefully selected “High-Speed Rail Holiday” packages that cover both accommodations and train tickets, ...
Japanese Yen Plunges Again – Now’s the Perfect Time to Travel to Japan with Taipei Travel Fair Perks
Japanese Yen Plunges Again – With the Bank of Japan announcing an expansion of its quantitative easing program, the yen continues to depreciate, hitting a near seven-year low and approaching 113 yen per US dollar on the 3rd. In October, Japan just implemented its latest foreigner tax refund system...
How to Take the Songshan Line Fastest and Most Economically: Transfer Strategies for 8 Key Areas
The Songshan MRT Line is expected to open in mid-November. After its launch, the lines will be divided into the Songshan-Xindian Line, Tamsui-Xinyi Line, Wenhu Line, Zhonghe-Xinlu Line, and Banqiao-Nangang Line, reverting to their originally designed operational modes for easier identification. Taiwan...
The Tower of London Surrounded by a Red Sea of 880,000 Poppies
World War I in 1914 claimed countless lives and changed the world. By 2014, it had been 100 years, and though time had passed, the pain remained hard to erase. To commemorate World War I, the UK began...
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[Tuesday Travel Stay]Stay in a Hogwarts-Themed Room at This Popular UK Harry Potter Accommodation!
The Harry Potter series has remained wildly popular for many years since its publication. Not only did a Harry Potter-themed area open this year at Universal Studios Japan, but now a Harry Potter-themed suite has been introduced at The Georgian House hotel in London, UK...
Taipei Travel Expo: Grab Discounts on Fulai’s Akshay Kumar Dim Sum Stays – Hot Deals Now On Sale!
With next year’s total public holidays exceeding three days amounting to 29 days, Fulai Hotels’ 13 locations nationwide are launching a series of promotional offers at the travel expo for consumers to purchase via pre-sale, taking advantage of special prices and added value during the event...
New Taipei’s Starlight Bridge is now open, adding a dazzling new attraction to Xizhi’s night sky
Following the Crescent Bridge, New Taipei City Government has built its fourth “Starlight Bridge,” a pedestrian and cyclist-only structure, which officially opened on October 31. Spanning the Keelung River, the bridge features a unique “single inclined-tower cable-stayed” design...
Eat Tainan in autumn and winter: beef soup and milkfish are in season
Taiwan is a food paradise, and among its culinary offerings, Tainan’s street snacks are the most unforgettable. To help people better understand Tainan’s cuisine, the Tainan City Government held the 4th Tainan Food Festival. Tainan’s food is slightly sweet, delicate, and diverse...
The Songshan Line of the Taipei Metro is about to open soon!Update the three-part strategy for riding more conveniently
Recently, many sharp-eyed travelers may have noticed that the new metro network maps and fare charts at some stations have been quietly updated. In preparation for the opening of the Songshan Line, various stations and trains have successively carried out the renewal of signage...
Taipei 101 & Tokyo Skytree Forge Friendship Pact!Wishing Trees with Wooden Plaques to Share Hearts
Want to experience the romantic scene of Japanese drama leads making wishes at a shrine without flying to Japan? The friendly gesture between Taipei 101 and Tokyo Skytree—two iconic landmarks—kicks off the “SKYTREE Wishing Tree” commemorative event at the Taipei International Travel Fair in November...
The maple leaves along the Arashiyama Electric Railway are gradually turning red—take a stroll to the most beautiful station, the Light of Yuzen Forest.
With several cold fronts sweeping in, Taiwan’s maple leaves have started turning red one after another, and autumn is becoming more and more vibrant. Kyoto’s popular maple-viewing spot, Arashiyama, is also slowly turning from lush green to crimson. Especially when gazing at the mountain scenery from Togetsukyo Bridge, the layered red hues paint the autumn colors in brilliant splashes—making it even more enjoyable. It’s a must-visit destination for travelers exploring Kyoto in the fall.
Has the moon forgotten? Jimmy Liao’s bus appears to guard Taipei City
Jimmy Liao adds another new landmark. In response to Taipei City Government’s “2016 World Design Capital” initiative, Sinyi Realty created the large-scale bus installation art “The Moon Guards the Happy City,” themed around the picture book *The Moon Forgot*...
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[Thursday Exhibition Visit]Paper Tape MT Exhibition: 10 Limited-Edition Taiwan Designs
Colorful and versatile paper tape has grown increasingly popular since its launch. With just a small roll in hand, even the dullest paper, notebooks, or phone cases can instantly be transformed into something adorable. This time, Japanese paper tape...
The Houtong Cat Village Unveils Its New Look with a Highlight Opening of the Cat Information Station!
Houtong, a mountain town once selected by CNN as one of the world's six best cat-viewing spots, is not only one of Taiwan’s most popular tourist destinations, but also home to the country’s first cat-friendly pedestrian bridge...
The Giant’s Revenge? A Frightening Underground Giant Emerges in Budapest!
Recently, at an art exhibition in Budapest, a grotesque giant installation appeared. The huge statue’s terrifying expression made it hard to ignore, and this sculpture was created by Hungarian artist Erv...
11 Unexpected Land Art Installations – Who Would’ve Thought They’d Be Here?
In urban planning, various forms of artworks are often used to encourage people to pause or slow down, appreciating different facets of the city and leaving behind some of our most vivid impressions of it. Created through diverse materials and...
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[Wednesday Special]ITF Taipei Travel Fair Kicks Off!Discount Roundup for Great Deals!
The annual highlight of the tourism industry, the Taipei International Travel Fair (ITF), is set to take place from November 7th to 10th at Hall 1 of the Taipei World Trade Center. The Taipei International Travel Fair is the biggest annual celebration in the tourism sector, with many travel...
Exploring Sydney’s Hidden Gem: A Century-Old Floating Forest
Located near the bustling Australian city of Sydney in Homebush Bay, this area was once a ship-breaking yard in the mid-20th century. Large ships from around the world were towed here when they reached the end of their lifespan to be...