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Take a weekend spring outing to enjoy the blooming flower seas in New Taipei’s alleys
Take a weekend spring outing — the second-phase fallow flower fields in New Taipei City are gradually blooming. Locations including the Yonghe District Civic Farm, as well as areas around Zhongzheng 3rd Road and Erjia Road, have been showcasing flower sea views since late November. These include cosmos, yellow cosmos, and zinnias, attracting many visitors to Yonghe for flower appreciation.
Chiayi’s Most Beautiful Nighttime Attraction: The Dreamy Moonlit Reflections at Lantan Lake
In recent years, more and more landscape art installations have appeared across Taiwan, not only embellishing urban scenery but also providing residents and tourists with great spots for photos and check-ins. In Chiayi’s Lantan Scenic Area, there is one particularly popular installation among couples and newlyweds...
A Global Tour of Dreamy White Winter Holidays for Snow Fun
As winter arrives, visiting snowy landscapes is one of the dreams of many travelers. Online hotel booking platform Hotels.com recommends top global winter destinations, taking everyone on a journey to experience various snow-filled joys. Whether...
The SimpleLife Festival Debuts in Taichung with a Market Stroll
The “Simple Life Festival,” featuring musical performances, local farm produce, lectures, forums, and creative markets, is making its first appearance in Taichung City. This year’s 2015 Simple Life Festival has extended its event duration...
Top 3 Must-Visit Maple Viewing Spots in Hong Kong
As autumn draws to a close, parts of Taiwan’s mountainous regions are ablaze with vibrant maple and maple-like foliage, while others have quietly shed their leaves after a brief flurry of color. When people think of maple viewing, they usually instinctively imagine places like Japan, South Korea, or Canada. However, not far from Taiwan...
Train enthusiasts, rejoice!Kyoto Railway Museum opens in 2016
In addition to traditional cultural sites such as ancient temples and shrines, Kyoto, Japan is also home to a renowned railway museum. Currently, Japan is merging the Umekoji Steam Locomotive Museum and the Osaka Transport Science Museum, which will reopen in spring 2016 under a new name — “Kyoto Railway Museum.” At that time, visitors will be able to see over 50 historically significant locomotives and train cars from both museums on display, much to the anticipation of many rail fans.
World's New Landmark: Iraq to Build World's Tallest Tower "The Bride"
Iraq is set to construct the world's tallest building, "The Bride," standing at 1,152 meters—taller than the current tallest, Dubai's Burj Khalifa—becoming a globally iconic landmark that has generated significant anticipation.
Japanese standing steak restaurants take it up a notch: Indulge in hearty grilled steaks at Shinjuku’s new spot
Steak again!!!!!!! Yes!! Because I just can’t get enough of steak (huh?), from high-end dry-aged steaks to affordable hidden gems, it’s clear that one ingredient can have many faces and...
Visit Guanziling for a Hot Spring Day Trip When It’s Cold – Must-See Attractions for a Short Getaway
As winter arrives and the weather turns colder, why not pay a visit to Tainan for a one-day hot spring getaway in Guanziling? In addition to enjoying the unique mud hot springs, you can also explore the “Fire and Water Spring” – one of Taiwan’s Seven Natural Wonders – or savor the delicious flavors of clay pot chicken.
Popular Japanese eyewear brand JINS kicks off its Taiwan launch event with eye-catching fun
The well-known Japanese eyewear brand has been rapidly expanding its presence in Taiwan. It debuted in the fourth quarter of 2015, and on December 4, 2015, opened its third store at Uni-President Hankyu Department Store, launching JINS cultural and creative gifts to celebrate the opening, including...
2016’s Best Airlines Announced — EVA Air Ranks High Again
The Australian airline review website AirlineRatings.com has selected the best airlines of 2016. Among them, Air New Zealand stood out for its innovation in flying, historically strong financial performance, operational safety...
Natural Christmas lights: Fireflies illuminate the emerald forest
Beyond summer, you can also witness the romantic beauty of twinkling lights in winter. The Daxue Mountain Forest Recreation Area spans warm, temperate, and cold forest zones, boasting rich biodiversity that nurtures a diverse array of fireflies—visible year-round...
Northeast Six Prefectures Gratitude Festival: Delicious Food Performances & Exciting Fun Day
It has been four years and eight months since the Great East Japan Earthquake. To express our gratitude for the support and encouragement from all sectors in Taiwan during this period, which has enabled the Tohoku region of Japan to move resolutely toward recovery, the six prefectures of Northeast Japan have specially organized the “Japan Northeast Travel...”
All Your Favorite Cartoon Characters Are Here: 6 Must-Visit Anime Christmas Attractions in Hong Kong
As Christmas approaches, adorable decorations and festive lights brighten up cities around the world, creating a joyful atmosphere. This is the perfect time to visit Hong Kong—not only can you enjoy the dazzling and cute Christmas displays, but there are also exciting New Year’s Eve events. Many shopping malls have invited cartoon celebrities to celebrate the season with various themed activities. Here’s a list of six must-see anime character attractions in Hong Kong during the Christmas period.
You can find the world’s largest treehouse, church, basketball court, and more here.
Treehouses often come with romantic, childlike imaginings. Even though people around the world live in different environments and circumstances, they seem to share this common dream. In Tennessee, USA, there is the world’s largest treehouse...
Ready for a challenge? The one-day-only rice paddy maze is here!
Rice paddies turned into a maze? To promote local rice, the Zhudong Township Farmers' Association is holding a lively Rice Paddy Carnival this Saturday (December 5). Before the rice harvest, they’ve created a massive 600-ping "rice paddy maze" and are inviting...
Buying coffee is super convenient—A complete guide to all Taiwan's Starbucks Drive-Thrus
In 2014, the global coffee chain Starbucks celebrated its 16th anniversary in Taiwan by introducing its first-ever Drive-Thru store in Yongkang, Tainan, imported directly from the United States. This new concept...
New Ways to Explore Tainan’s Old Town: Stroll Through Anping in a Cheongsam
Many visitors to Kyoto often rent traditional kimonos, wear geta, and stroll through the ancient temple alleys to capture photos full of Japanese charm as souvenirs. Now, when you come to Anping in Tainan, some local businesses have also launched a cheongsam rental service...
Thousands of glass flowers bloom in the Starlight Garden, creating a fairy-tale wonderland.
What kind of scenery can you expect for Christmas besides Christmas trees and beautiful lights? This year, Hong Kong’s New Town Plaza has created a sea of glass flowers in the Starlight Garden Square, themed around glass art. The unique glass flowers look crystal-clear and romantic under the lights...
Check it out first, Bear Fans ! The 2015 Teddy Bear Carnival is here
The 2015 Happy Bear Urban Carnival is here ! This year’s theme is “Love & Share,” combining elements of culture, green living, and technology. It will first be held from December 12 to January 14 next year at Taichung Park and its surrounding alleys, featuring hundreds...