Following the wave of doughnut mania sparked by the opening of the renowned American Krispy Kreme in Taiwan in 2013, another quirky American brand — “Voodoo Doughnuts” — is set to make its Taiwan debut this summer during the 2015 holidays...
Everyone loves the delicious taste of fries — their crispy texture, a sprinkle of salt and pepper, mixed with the aroma released by high-temperature-fried potato starch, every bite is pure satisfaction. In 2008, in Bruges, Belgium, there opened a...
Located 25 kilometers from Madagascar’s capital, Antananarivo, Lemurs Park promotes Madagascar’s unique lemur species and reintroduces them to nature, allowing them to live in their original...
In the Japanese animated film Spirited Away, the protagonist Chihiro passes through a mysterious tunnel and accidentally stumbles into the spirit world, eventually finding herself working at Granny Yubaba’s bathhouse and embarking on a series of adventures. But in real life, you don’t need to...
The world’s longest skywalk, the Yunyang Cloudwalk, officially opened on April 26 in Chongqing, China. Perched atop a thousand-meter cliff, it offers visitors the chance to walk among the clouds and admire the classic karst landscape of the Yunyang Longgang National Geological Park...
Although we’ve always known Taiwan is beautiful, ever since the 2013 film “Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above” was released in theaters, director Chi Po-lin took us on a bird’s-eye tour of this land that has nurtured us for the first time — and we were stunned to realize...
Taiwan’s biggest summer event, the “Taiwan International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta,” has announced its 2015 schedule. As usual, the festival will kick off on June 27 and run until August 9 at Luye Gaotai. During the event, seven...
Japan seems to be a paradise for cats, with numerous cat-themed attractions everywhere, whether it’s cat cafés or Tashirojima (Cat Island) in Ehime Prefecture, all of which are impressive. But among the must-visit spots on the list of cat lovers in Japan...
Many visitors to the water city of Venice come not only to experience the magical Venice Carnival and take a gondola ride along the canals, but also to enjoy a cup of coffee in St. Mark’s Square and soak in the city's everyday beauty and cheerful, relaxed atmosphere — an essential...
Fans of Hong Kong movies will undoubtedly recognize the memorable characters of the “landlord” and “landlady.” The emergence of these roles is inextricably linked to Hong Kong’s indigenous building type—the “Tong Lau.”...
The ultra-heartwarming fairy tale "The Moomin Elves Special Exhibition" from Europe, which has become a global sensation, kicks off its healing run at the National Taiwan Science Education Center starting June 19th, brought to you by Finnish national treasure Tove...
Taipei Metro’s Ban-Nan Line is set to open its final station, “Dingpu Station,” by the end of June this year. As not only the terminus of the Ban-Nan Line but also the starting point of the San-Ying Line, it marks an important milestone in New Taipei City’s “Three Rings and Three Lines” metro development plan. Once operational...
Every year from May to June is the blooming season of the golden rain tree (Cassia fistula) in Tainan. The Tainan City Government is hosting the 2015 “Golden Rain Cassia Festival” at Hutoupi Reservoir from May 24 to June 14. The event features activities such as cricket competitions, ...
Located in the southwest of the Korean Peninsula, Jeju Island is a top honeymoon spot for tourists from both Korea and Japan, and one of the most popular travel destinations for couples. Hence, it is called the "Island of Love." The picturesque...
The latest happiest countries survey is out. Each year, countless countries and cities are analyzed, with evaluation factors including stability of life, unemployment rate, average income, healthcare, and more. They are then ranked according to their happiness index...
The torii gates at Japanese shrines have always been popular photo spots for travelers. Legend has it that torii gates are passageways connecting the divine realm where the gods reside and the human world, serving as a type of "boundary" imbued with an air of mystery. While the most famous ones, such as those at Fushimi Inari Taisha in Kyoto...
To celebrate the 40th anniversaries of My Melody and KIKILALA, a series of events have been held in both Japan and Taiwan to allow fans to immerse themselves in the festive atmosphere. Starting as early as May, the "KIKILALA Twin Star Café" was launched at PARCO in Nagoya...
Tainan’s Baihe annual flower-viewing event, the “Baihe Lotus Season,” kicks off on June 7. The Tainan City Transportation Bureau has also launched a lotus-viewing bus to make it more convenient for visitors to enjoy the blossoms. The Baihe Transfer Station is an important hub in the surrounding area...
Tokyo Skytree, which opened on May 22, 2012, is celebrating its third anniversary this year. In addition to celebratory events and commemorative merchandise, the tower has introduced dynamic lighting effects for this special occasion, named “3rd Anniversary Commemorative...
Taipei’s coffee culture, rich in warmth and culinary delights, has long been an international hallmark of Taiwan. Recently, cafés in Taipei have also sparked a unique urban tourism trend. Stroll down the alleys, and you’ll encounter charmingly distinctive shops at every turn—absolutely breathtaking...