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Notre-Dame Cathedral engulfed in flames: 850-year-old spire collapses
The iconic Notre-Dame Cathedral in Paris, France, was ravaged by a massive fire in the early hours of the 16th (Taiwan time). The roaring blaze consumed the cathedral's spire, filling the sky with thick smoke, while the roof between the two bell towers nearly collapsed. ...
Attention SNOOPY fans! The Snoopy Museum Tokyo is making its autumn debut
The former Japan Snoopy Museum closed last September, but the brand-new museum is set to reopen in autumn 2019 at Minami-Machida Granberry Park in Machida City, Tokyo, greeting everyone with a fresh new look...
Peninsula Hotels' Extraordinary Artisans Tour: Shopping Malls Transformed into Halls of Craftsmanship
The shopping malls of Peninsula Hotels across Hong Kong, Shanghai, and Beijing launch a one-month "Extraordinary Artisans Tour." Guests staying at the hotels and shopping enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the essence of luxury fashion. From June 1 to June 30...
Pink Police Station Cherry Blossom Season Kicks Off – Over a Hundred Dreamy Night Blooms Are Pure Romance
The popular Taichung cherry blossom spot, the Tai’an Cherry Blossom Season, runs from February 15 to March 1 each year. Around a hundred cherry blossom trees near Tai’an Police Station burst into bloom, painting the local police station in pink spring hues. Known as the most beautiful police station in Taiwan...
Buy One Get One Free at Starbucks – This Is How to Enjoy It During Cherry Blossom Season Holidays with Delivery Deals
As the Wuhan epidemic intensifies, holidays or leisure time become even more essential for unwinding. Sipping on a cup of coffee for a moment of peace is a must. Starbucks has launched multiple coffee promotions, along with member and delivery deals, to help customers enjoy their springtime coffee with extra savings...
228 Holiday: Escape the Hustle and Relax with a Nature-Filled Day Trip in Taichung
Is the COVID-19 pandemic affecting your original overseas travel plans? Don’t worry — traveling domestically can be just as relaxing. Make the most of the 228 Holiday by bringing your family or loved ones away from the hustle and bustle and the crowds, and step into...
One new domestic case confirmed, total reaches 32 in China (Taiwan)! Iran travel alert upgraded to Level 2
The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced on the 26th the 32nd confirmed case of COVID-19 (Wuhan pneumonia) in Taiwan, involving a woman in her 30s who was a foreign caregiver for Case 27 during their hospitalization from February 11 to 16...
Stroll along a romantic cherry blossom path！ A hidden IG-worthy spot to admire cherry blossoms
In early February, cherry blossoms are in full bloom in many places. If you’d rather avoid the crowds, there’s a wellness trail in Chang Gung Health and Culture Village in Guishan, Taoyuan, where a cherry blossom grove has begun to bloom. With fewer visitors and a serene environment, it’s a perfect...
Take a break from the hustle and bustle during the 228 holiday and relax with a one-day nature escape in Taipei
Has the COVID-19 pandemic affected your plans to travel abroad? Don’t worry—you can still enjoy a relaxing getaway at home. Make the most of the 228 holiday by bringing your family or partner away from the crowds and into the...
Have a blast at the Old Bridge of Reservoir and explore Longtan Town in a day—super fun!
Longtan gets its name from a central pond, boasting an exceptional geographical setting. Mostly hilly with undulating terrain, the area offers expansive views and fresh air that are truly refreshing. Bring your family for a getaway to Longtan this weekend!
Japan Isn't Just Changing Its Era Name—Its Banknotes Are Getting a Makeover Too
Japan previously announced the new era name "Reiwa" on April 1, and now Japan's official Ministry of Finance has also revealed that the country's banknotes will be fully redesigned.
Bored at the airport? Discover Taoyuan Airport’s 7 Hidden Features
When flying abroad from Taoyuan Airport, besides shopping at duty-free stores, there are actually many thoughtful facilities to enjoy during the long wait before boarding. Here are 7 hidden services at Taoyuan Airport — all completely free!
The world’s tallest indoor waterfall – Jewel Changi Airport, Singapore’s hottest new landmark
Located in Singapore’s Changi Airport, the brand-new multifunctional lifestyle and fashion destination Jewel Changi Airport was unveiled on April 11, offering an exclusive first look at its unique indoor landscape as well as its distinctive dining and retail outlets to some of the public. ...
Hammock time, grilled fish feast, and lake views—experience wild living in stunning natural scenery!
Venture into the mountain wilderness, savoring crispy grilled fish while lounging in a hammock under the trees and admiring the beautiful lakes and mountains—truly embrace a wild lifestyle.
Phuket’s brand-new theme park, Magical Tribhhum: The Three Realms – A new highlight for island getaways
TRIBHUM: Magical Tribhhum is Phuket’s latest tourist attraction, a 3D adventure theme park where visitors are transported into a mysterious world filled with legends and fantasies of Thai mythology. ...
Popular IG photo spot: Sakura Pavilion with blooming pink double-flowered cherry blossoms
Spring has arrived, and so has cherry blossom season. Many mountains are now covered in various shades of pink cherry blossoms. At the HowToTrip Sakura Pavilion in Sanyi, Miaoli, the double-flowered cherry blossoms are also in full bloom, with a whole row of pink cherry blossom walkways that are perfect for relaxing and refreshing the mind and body — no need to look up to...
Explore Yong'an on the Wetland Trail – A Fun One-Day Town Adventure
Located along the northwest coast of Kaohsiung, Yong'an houses the Taiwan Power Company’s thermal power plant and CPC Corporation's natural gas receiving terminal, making it a key energy hub in southern Taiwan. Its coastline boasts rich mangrove and lagoon landscapes. Find...
kapok-lined path meets a sea of red – A seasonal, God-painted palette
Known as one of the world’s 15 most beautiful flower sea walking paths, Tainan’s Baihe Linchupi Kapok Path boasts a nearly one-kilometer-long kapok tree-lined avenue with about 715 kapok trees. Meanwhile, an adjacent lotus pond has also presented...
Fly to Japan in seconds to admire dreamy flower seas of cherry blossoms!
With the arrival of spring, cherry blossoms are blooming everywhere. Fushoushan Farm, a renowned flower-viewing spot blessed with a uniquely advantageous location, offers flower seas all year round. In spring, when cherry blossoms are in full bloom, the stunning pink blooms make you feel like you've instantly flown to Japan...
Weather changes in the afternoon—watch out for temperature differences ahead of the 228 holiday!
On the morning of February 26, most areas will be mostly cloudy to sunny, with only localized brief showers in the eastern and southeastern regions. The weather will start to change in the afternoon on the 26th!