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Totally healing: a jellyfish-themed aquarium you can both visit and dine in
When traveling in Japan, have you considered adding an aquarium to your itinerary? Japan has the highest number of aquariums in the world, and each one is uniquely distinctive, featuring a wide variety of themes. Among them, the most healing and...
Taipei Hot Spring Festival Kicks Off: Must-Visit Attractions in Beitou
As the weather turns cooler, the annual Taipei Hot Spring Festival kicks off for five days starting October 29 around Xinbeitou MRT Station. This year’s festival has carefully curated a series of events that highlight Beitou’s unique charm and promote international cultural exchange...
The maple leaves on Fushoushan are turning red, getting ready to welcome the most beautiful autumn colors.
It’s finally here—the most popular maple viewing spots at Fushoushan Farm, such as Songlu and Mandarin Duck Lake, have seen some zao ye (palmate) maples and purple-leaf maples gradually turning red since October 25th. It is expected that the peak maple foliage season will begin around mid-November, when...
Taiwanese passports are so handy—ranked 39th in the world!
A foreign website has released a global passport convenience ranking. The results show that Sweden takes the top spot for the most convenient passport worldwide, while Taiwan ranks 39th—only behind Japan, Singapore, and Malaysia in Asia. This survey was conducted by transportation...
The maple leaves on Alishan are gradually turning red, displaying a vibrant mix of red, yellow, and green hues.
When autumn arrives and the temperature begins to drop, maple leaves across Taiwan start to turn red. Alishan, beloved by both domestic and international tourists, begins to see its green maples, Taiwanese trident maples, and Taiwanese...
Immerse Yourself in the Romantic and Dazzling Winter Lights of Kyushu
Once Japan enters the depths of winter, cities across the country are adorned with dazzling lights on the streets, filled with a festive Christmas atmosphere, and the joyful jingling of holiday tunes can be heard everywhere. Although snow-covered white Christmases are rare in Kyushu...
A new spot for foot soaking and water play — the Tongxiao Water Plaza offers free access to both hot and cold water
The Tongxiao Refined Salt Factory of Taiwan Salt, utilizing deep ocean water, officially opened its water-themed plaza to the public on the 27th. The park features facilities such as an ocean alkaline ion water fountain, an ocean hot spring stream, a LOVE art installation, and a sundial experience area...
2015 Taipei International Travel Fair & Uni-Rent Car Special Offers
By / Compiled and reported by the editorial team of MOOK Travel Life Network “ITF Taipei International Travel Fair” is set to take place from November 6th to 9th, running for four consecutive days at Taipei World Trade Center Halls 1 and 3. Located on the first floor, Zone C601 of Hall 1...
New Travel Option to Japan: China Airlines Adds Tainan–Osaka Route
By / MOOK Travel Life Network Editorial Team Compilation and Report The first regular flight between Tainan and Osaka took off successfully on 10/28. Tainan Mayor Lai Ching-te and China Airlines Chairman Sun Hung-hsiang jointly attended the inaugural flight press conference...
Don’t Mess with the Mountains: A Journey Along the Appalachian Trail
For hiking enthusiasts, a trip to the East Coast of the U.S. is incomplete without experiencing the Appalachian Trail. This trail stretches approximately 3,500 kilometers, connecting Springer Mountain in southern Georgia to...
Purple Spring Light in the Southern Hemisphere: Jacaranda City Filled with Romance
While the Northern Hemisphere is entering the cold autumn and winter seasons, the Southern Hemisphere is gearing up to welcome the bright and blooming spring. In Pretoria, South Africa, during October and November each year, the entire city is covered with jacaranda blossoms...
Crazy collectible alert: Japan Post unveils winter-themed mailbox postcards
Many travelers in Japan love collecting locally exclusive postcards during their trips, and Japan Post often releases seasonally and festively themed postcards accordingly. This has made many Japan travel enthusiasts not only passionate about collecting postcards as travel mementos...
Must-buy in Japan: 12 miracle drugstore items
Traveling in Japan, even those who aren’t particularly interested in cosmetics or medicine will still likely be asked by friends and family to pick up some items, and eventually you’ll have to set aside time to visit a drugstore to complete your mission — and you might as well stock up on some essentials for yourself. But what are the most popular and must-buy drugstore items among tourists? The Japanese have compiled a list of the “12 miracle drugstore items” to help travelers who don’t know where to start shop more easily. If you’re not sure what to buy, check out these 12 super popular recommendations.
Osaka’s winter light-up Christmas trees look just like sparklers!
When visiting Japan in winter, one can’t help but be enveloped by the fairytale-like, magical ambiance created by the city’s dazzling lights. Even the busy Osaka Station has joined the spectacular lineup of winter illuminations, with OSAKA STATIONC...
2015 Taipei International Travel Fair – Love Travel Offers Early Bird Deals for Budget-Friendly Trips Abroad
The 2015 Taipei ITF Winter Travel Fair kicks off from November 6 to 11/9. Love Travel presents exclusive early bird budget tours, such as "Love Travel China: Beijing & Jiangnan – Add 1 Yuan, Get a Double Tour," and China Eastern Airlines ticket voucher packages starting at just 1,999 yuan...
The first Dontei Japanese-style hot pot and sukiyaki restaurant in Taiwan, Dontei Taiwan No. 1 Store, has launched.
Yoshinoya has been in Taiwan for 28 years and has been particularly active in recent years, offering “izakaya” dining, “mass izakaya,” and even “new lifestyle concept restaurants.” It has consistently received recognition and support from Japan’s Yoshinoya Holdings Group. In Taiwan...
Beware of sheep sightings: Spain's seasonal transhumance festival is super fun
By / MOOK Scenic Spots Home Travel Life Network Editorial Team (compiled and reported) Beware of sheep!
The first light of the New Year! Taiwan’s Top 10 Spots to Welcome the Sunrise
By the MOOK Scenic Spots Travel Life Network Editorial Team. As 2015 draws to a close, there are only two months left until the countdown to welcome the new year’s first light. Have you decided yet where you plan to...
Millions of lights and snowflakes create Kansai’s largest winter light display
By the MOOK Scenic Spots Travel & Lifestyle Network editorial team
Pudding Dog Cafe Grand Opening: Steaming Hot Bao Buns Super Cute
By / MOOK Scenic Spots Family Travel Life Network Editorial Department Compiled Report The wildly popular Pudding Dog themed café, after creating a sensation with its first and second branches in Tokyo’s Harajuku and Osaka’s Umeda, has now officially opened its third store on the 28th in Yokohama...