Travel
A five-day road trip on the Lonely Road awakens inner self-discovery.
Lonely Road was shortlisted for the Premieres section of the 31st Sundance Film Festival, adapted from the real-life memoir *Although of Course You...* by bestselling American author David Lipsky.
Flocks of adorable little sheep spotted in Kaohsiung, melting hearts with their cuteness
Flocks of little sheep are back in town!\xa0The “Poetic Step, Leading Sheep” exhibition at Kaohsiung’s Dadong Art Center has returned, featuring 60 sheep in various poses sprawled across the lawn for a six-month display — looking both eye-catching and adorable...
It’s like being in a dreamy glass church set against a heavenly blue sea.
Have you thought about where to hold your wedding? Why not have an over-the-water wedding in the endless blue of the Maldives? The international hotel chain Four Seasons recently built a lovely...
The Grand Mayfull Hotel begins trial operation to create a locally rooted international luxury resort hotel
Invested in by Mayfull Enterprise, the Taipei Grand Mayfull Hotel began its trial operation on January 9, 2016. Just a ten-minute drive from Songshan Airport, it offers a convenient choice for both leisure and business travelers. Covering an area of 3,600 pyeong, the...
Czech Republic Joins 2016 Working Holiday Program: List of 14 Working Holiday Countries
Working holiday gets a new option. At the end of 2015, our country and the Czech Republic signed a memorandum on youth working holiday, making the Czech Republic the 9th in Europe and the 14th globally to sign such an agreement with us...
The bus stop isn’t impressive enough – the Totoro “train” makes its debut
The Totoro bus stop isn’t enough to satisfy fans anymore. A cute Totoro train has appeared at the Qidu Railway Park in Keelung, featuring four train carriages showcasing the Studio Ghibli cartoon character “Totoro Bus.” In addition to the front of the train being painted to resemble the Totoro Bus, the body of the train is also adorned with...
Romantic fun: soak in hot springs and admire plum blossoms as tens of thousands of plum trees bloom like snow
With the arrival of cold fronts, the damp and chilly weather is the perfect time to soak in hot springs and appreciate plum blossoms. The renowned BaoLai and BouLa hot springs in Liouguei District, Kaohsiung City, combined with the sea of plum blossoms that bloom across the mountains every winter, make it a popular winter travel destination in southern Taiwan...
Taste the World: 14 Must-Try European Local Snacks
When traveling around the world, besides capturing beautiful sceneries with your eyes, don’t forget to treat your taste buds to global flavors. Here’s a list of local snacks you absolutely can’t miss while traveling in Europe...
The secret base of the fairies — a dreamy tree chapel that breathes and grows
When it comes to New Zealand, aside from its stunning natural landscapes that served as filming locations for The Lord of the Rings, there are actually many hidden gems that are truly breathtaking. In the North Island of New Zealand, there is a vibrant “tree chapel” — as its name suggests...
Tulips in Full Bloom: Three Must-Visit Flower Viewing Spots
As the cold winter draws to a close, from plum blossoms to cherry blossoms and the beautiful, colorful tulips quietly blooming, spring is officially here to stay. Taiwan's tulip season runs from December all the way through the end of March. And if you’re looking to enjoy tulips...
Spring Festival Flower Madness: Over 30 Hectares of Blooming Flowers in Miaoli
With the arrival of the 2016 Lunar New Year, the Miaoli County Government has prepared a “Winter–Spring Flower Viewing Area,” setting up approximately 30 hectares of flower fields in Nanzhuang Township, Houlong Township, Tongxiao Township, and Yuanli Township. The flowers include cosmos, yellow cosmos...
Seventy camellias bloom in a springtime smile, with a pink staircase of vibrant hues
The Monkey Well Sky Bridge Park in Nantou has entered its camellia blooming season, featuring over a hundred precious camellia varieties from around the world, with more than seventy-five species on display. Strolling along the pathways, you can often catch the delicate fragrance of camellias and...
Capture love and luck in one go: two must-photograph star landmarks in Tainan
With the arrival of the Spring Festival, the Seven-Colored Salt Mountain in Tainan is currently showcasing a massive Love God installation art, creating the most unforgettable happy attraction of 2016. The Seven-Colored Salt Mountain always brings “big” surprises—before the Love God, it had exhibited the country’s largest...
A Collection of Cartoon-Themed Restaurants in Taichung – The Largest Charlie Brown Café Branch Is a Hit
Cartoon-themed restaurants are popular, whether it’s the adorable and talked-about characters filling the space or the uniquely designed themed meals that are simply irresistible. The most popular theme restaurant, Charlie Brown Café, is also set to...
Four Great Ice and Snow Carnivals of the World — Harbin Builds a Kingdom of Ice Fantasy
As a cold wave hits, the damp and chilly weather has also brought snow to Yushan Mountain, creating a stunning sight. Around the world, a marathon-like series of ice and snow activities will soon kick off. Come and experience the magical world of ice and snow together...
Stay in an absolutely solitary offshore sea lodge 34 miles from land
If you want to escape the hustle and bustle, besides retreating into the mountains to live as a hermit, another option is to venture away from the mainland and head to the middle of the sea where no one else is around. In North Carolina, USA, there’s a sea lodge called “Frying Pan...
Super Useful Tips for Quick Packing Before Going Abroad
Packing can be stressful, especially when the obsessive need to double-check everything feels both annoying and time-consuming. In fact, preparing luggage can be quite simple—just follow these helpful tips below, and you'll definitely speed up your packing process...
Teddy Bear Exhibition Debuts in Taipei: President Chiang’s Bear Greets Visitors
The third "Lohas Bear Urban Carnival," themed "Teddy Bears and the City in Harmony," concluded its Taichung leg on the 14th and kicked off a one-month indoor and outdoor exhibition at the Shilin Official Residence in Taipei starting the 16th. This is Taipei’s...
What a huge piece of meat!Chaozhou Nostalgia Restaurant reinterprets hometown flavors
Coming to Pingtung, it’s actually quite a pity if you always head straight to Kenting. Not only do you miss out on scenic spots like Sandimen and Dapeng Bay, but you also only get a fleeting glimpse of the leisurely charm where rural and urban areas intersect. Perhaps stopping and lingering for a while...
The best camping experience: Oasis tents under a starry sky
Living in a city filled with towering buildings and bright lights, it seems like an extravagant luxury to simply lie back and gaze at the stars. Yet, this very longing has ignited enthusiasm for outdoor camping among many. ...