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Japan's unusual hotel opens — velociraptor robots assist you
Huis Ten Bosch in Japan launched the world’s first robot hotel, “Weird Hotel,” on August 17. It offers a five-star luxury accommodation experience just like any other hotel, but the most...
The first-ever afternoon tea-style shaved ice shop has opened! Three flavors for a dreamy summer treat
It’s scorching hot in summer—time for some ice cream! Afternoon Tea has launched a new summer gimmick in collaboration with yelo, a popular shaved ice shop in Tokyo’s Roppongi, for a joint project titled “Afternoon Tea kakigori produced by yelo”...
The Largest in Taiwan!* TLC Taipei Picnic Day – Join the Fun!
Summer is quietly coming to an end. Have you figured out how to make the most of its last days? The “Taipei Picnic Day” hosted by TLC Travel & Living Channel is coming to Riverside Park on September 12. TLC...
Light cycling trips under the green trees with a view of the Ferris wheel
On hot summer days, why not take a holiday trip to Shuangxi Riverside Park? Ride a bike or take a stroll in the cool breeze under the dense tree shade; it's just a 15-minute walk from Zhishan MRT Station. The Shuangxi Living Waterfront Bikeway was recently voted...
"The Pink Sky City" Descends on Shanghai – K11 Creates a Pink Valentine's Campaign
Valentine’s Day is just around the corner. Wondering if you’ll need to return to mainland China for work? This year, K11 Shanghai will launch a Pink Campaign, creating a “Pink Sky City.” From January 26 to March 4, pink will...
Sky Garden with Night Views: Six Must-Visit Highlights of Bangkok’s Fashionable Department Store
Located in Bangkok’s bustling district is the white, stylish department store The EmQuartier, a shopping paradise for both locals and tourists. Comprising three architecturally distinct buildings interconnected, it brings together trends, cultural creativity, luxury...
A gathering of bear mascots: Kaohsiung Bear bears a striking resemblance to Kumamon
Great city mascots not only enhance a city’s visibility but can also leave a more favorable impression through their cute and eye-catching designs. The newly launched mascot of the Kaohsiung City Tourism Bureau, “Kaohsiung Bear,” is inspired by the Formosan black bear...
The Attack on Titan Japan-Taiwan Tour Exhibition Kicks Off with a Bang
The live-action movie of the hit Japanese manga "Attack on Titan" was released on the 14th, attracting many fans to pay homage. If you find the movie not thrilling enough, then check out the Attack on Titan exhibition. The Attack on Titan exhibition has...
Bomb near Bangkok's Erawan Shrine (Four-Faced Buddha)! Avoid these 13 tourist spots
A major explosion occurred around the famous Erawan Shrine (Four-Faced Buddha), a popular tourist site in Bangkok, the capital of Thailand, on the evening of August 17. The incident has drawn global media attention, with over 19 deaths and more than 120 injuries reported so far. Due to...
Romantic Getaways for Qixi: Island Hopping to Celebrate Love!
This year’s Qixi Festival falls on August 20th. Want to give your partner a unique surprise? Consider a romantic trip to create beautiful memories and heat up your relationship. Hotels.com recommends “Summer Travel Fun...
Eslite Zhongyou Branch Gets Major Renovation, Debuts First-Ever Coffee & Vinyl Specialty Store to Draw Crowds
The Eslite life store at Zhongyou recently underwent its first-ever closure for a major renovation since opening 18 years ago. It officially reopened on August 6. The revamped Eslite life store at Zhongyou has introduced its first in-house coffee brand “blackpage...”
Essential travel items to stay comfortable on budget airlines
When traveling abroad, airfare often makes up the majority of your expenses. To save money, many people opt for budget airlines, but these typically come with more restrictions—such as limited legroom or no in-flight meals...
Millions of Chrysanthemums in Full Bloom at Cosmos Carnival
The Cosmos Carnival at "Taiyouyama Eniwa Park" in Hokkaido is being held from August 22 to October 4. The vast 10-hectare park is filled with blooming flowers, featuring up to ten million cosmos flowers in a riot of colors...
Grab some food and drinks at these five must-visit bars
As life gets busier, meeting up with friends at a bar after work to enjoy good food and drinks while catching up has become increasingly popular. Tucked away in the city’s alleys are many great little bars. Here we’ve specially compiled...
Over 82 Taipei Accommodations for Under NT$2,000 This Summer
With summer vacation here and tourism in full swing, accommodation demand has surged significantly. Taipei City has seen 26 new hotels established this year, bringing the total number of hotels in the city to 480, with over 30,000 rooms. The Taipei City Tourism Bureau urges guests to check the hotel license number before booking...
Romantic Qixi Festival Valentine’s Day Events Across Taiwan
The annual romantic Qixi Festival falls on August 20, with various Valentine’s Day events taking place around Taiwan for everyone to enjoy. In the northern region, aside from the Dadaocheng Music Valentine’s Day event being postponed due to a typhoon, there are still other activities such as those organized by the North Coast & Guanyinshan National Scenic Area...
Become a Bowl Edge Character (bowl edge character)! A giant bowl and plate installation becomes a new Lunar New Year photo hotspot
As the Lunar New Year approaches, many festive decorations have been unveiled one after another. Not only are they seasonally appropriate and eye-catching, but they’ve also become popular photo spots that everyone rushes to capture. The well-known department store Taihua Luxury City always creates various fun decorations to match each holiday...
Taiwan Railways to Make Major Schedule Changes, Proposes Puyuma Express Non-Stop Taipei-Kaohsiung Trip in Under 4 Hours
With the inauguration of the Taiwan Railways Pingtung Base, the railway operator also plans a major adjustment on October 15 to boost transport capacity. Around 200 train services will see schedule changes, the number of cars on mid-section regional trains will increase from 4 to 8, and there will be more commuter services in the south...
Catch the Tail of Summer: Central & Hokuriku Heat Festival
As summer arrives with rising temperatures, the Chubu region celebrates with many nighttime events to make the sweltering evenings more bearable. By night, paper lanterns are used to pray for peace and send hopes, while also...
Top 10 Ice Creams in Kaohsiung Announced – Fresh Fruit Soft Serve Claims the Crown
On a hot summer day, nothing beats a cool treat to beat the heat. The Kaohsiung City Tourism Bureau held the “Kaohsiung Top 10 Ice Creams Online Voting Campaign.” After nearly a month of fierce online voting and nearly 100,000 votes, the top ten winning ice treats have been revealed...