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The Xinxikou Suspension Bridge to be Completed by Year-End, Vying for the Title of Longest Sky Bridge
The Xikou Suspension Bridge in Fuxing District, Taoyuan City, has become outdated and is no longer fit for use. The Fuxing Township Office plans to rebuild it on the original site. Once completed, the new bridge will span 303 meters, allowing visitors to enjoy the mountainous landscapes of northern Taiwan and the views of the Shimen Reservoir...
Sicily’s Long Wait: Oscar-winning Actress Juliette Binoche Shines in a Captivating Film
The foreign-language film that won three special awards at the Venice Film Festival—[Sicily’s Long Wait] is set to be released in Taiwan. Produced by renowned Italian producer Nicola Giuliano, the 50-year-old Nicola is currently one of the key figures behind many major...
The Japanese yen has seen a slight decline in exchange rate—pay attention to timing when exchanging for your Japan trip
The Japanese yen recently surged to a 2.5-year high, with the cash exchange rate reaching NT$0.3074. However, influenced by the U.S. dollar index, the yen’s exchange rate has started to decline slightly in recent days. On the 11th, the Bank of Taiwan opened at NT$0.3003. But it is worth noting that the New Taiwan dollar has also been depreciating recently. Those needing Japanese yen should keep an eye on exchange rate trends and seize the right time to exchange.
The Starbucks in the historic building is a standout—six must-visit branches across Taiwan
Starbucks Taiwan delves deep into local culture, continuously seeking out distinctive old buildings across the country. By blending regional culture and history, it infuses new vitality into these heritage structures, creating uniquely styled Starbucks spaces that have become popular attractions for travelers...
The wisteria is in full bloom—now’s the time to admire the flowers on Alishan
The Alishan region ranges in elevation from 300 to 2,600 meters, featuring a variety of plant life including plains, tropical, warm temperate, and temperate forests. The wisteria blooming season in Ruili Village, Chiayi County, at an altitude of about 1,000 meters, is from March to April, while at an altitude...
New hotspot in Kaohsiung: Taiwan’s only “afternoon tea” vending machine
In addition to the British-style milk tea vending machine in Kaohsiung’s Xinyi Jiang shopping district, Taiwan’s only “afternoon tea” vending machine has now joined the scene, offering three flavors of cakes made daily—berry chocolate, creamy taro, and matcha red bean...
New darling of Japanese shopping agents: The Dyson Supersonic hair dryer is super eye-catching
The ultra-popular Panasonic EH-CNA97 hair dryer, which almost everyone in Japan buys, was once so out of stock that you couldn’t get it even if you had the money. Now its throne may be taken. Dyson’s latest release...
Dayuege Caoya Boulevard combines a theme park, racing track, gourmet food, and shopping – a new highlight in southern Taiwan
Taiwan’s first shopping mall development project that emphasizes consumer experience – ‘Dayuege Caoya Boulevard’ – will grandly open on May 9th. Developed by “Dayuege Development,” it brings together shopping, dining, sports, family activities, entertainment, cultural creativity, leisure, ...
Joël Robuchon Dessert Shop Opens: Michelin-Starred Sweets Starting Under 100 RMB
Sweet Tooth Alert!* Michelin-starred Chef Joël Robuchon...
The Healing Rilakkuma Sweet Time Special Exhibition Debuts at Taroko Xinyi Avenue
The beloved Japanese healing character Rilakkuma is coming to Kaohsiung. The “Rilakkuma’s Sweet Time Special Exhibition,” organized by MOVIC0?ROMOTE SERVICE, United Daily News Group, and Taroko Xinyi Avenue, will...
A New Option for Traveling to Japan: Luna Ship’s Trial Voyage from Hualien to Ishigaki Island
There’s a new way to travel to Japan. The Huagang Group announced that its Luna Ship will conduct a trial voyage on May 14 between Hualien and Ishigaki Island. Ishigaki Island is about 200 kilometers from Taiwan, with an estimated sailing time of around four hours. In the future, efforts will also be...
V Air’s summer promotion starts at NT$1,188 (tax excluded) for one-way tickets on all routes
V Air launched a one-week online travel fair ticket promotion at 9:00 AM on May 16, offering discounted one-way fares starting from NT$1,188 for all routes. With taxes and fees added, round-trip fares start as low as...
Transparent bubble domes for wild camping: zero distance from nature
Want to stay in a dreamy transparent bubble tent and experience nature up close? Now you don’t have to travel all the way to France. The Bali Cultural Park Camping Area in New Taipei City has created brand-new “Bubble Domes” that let travelers enjoy the freedom of being immersed in the great outdoors...
Want to eat without leaving Taiwan? Kyoto’s “Itoh Kyuemon” sets up shop in Taipei
The popular Kyoto matcha shop “Itoh Kyuemon,” which boasts a history of over 180 years, will open its first overseas directly operated store in Taipei in June. The official announcement revealed that this summer, Itoh Kyuemon from Uji, Kyoto, Japan, will operate its own...
Be careful! 5 items you shouldn’t take when flying
Traveling abroad by plane is so exciting—once you’re on board, everything feels new and fascinating. You might think that since you bought a ticket, you can just pack everything and take it home. But that’s not necessarily the case. A flight attendant has listed the five most commonly taken items by passengers...
11:17 Earthquake Alert: National Emergency Warning Activated
A felt earthquake occurred at 11:17 AM Taiwan time on May 12, with a magnitude of 5.8 on the Richter scale. The epicenter was located offshore in northeastern Taiwan, and Yilan experienced an intensity of level 6. ...
Guilt trip alert: Japan’s Starbucks launches limited-time Strawberry Frappuccino
As summer arrives, Japan’s Starbucks has rolled out a brand-new limited-time “Strawberry Frappuccino,” featuring a generous amount of strawberry pulp and striking the perfect balance with whipped cream. Combining these two sweet elements, it aims to bring everyone a...
Ippudo Launches Limited-Edition Hero Ramen Bowls That Are Super Eye-Catching
"Captain America: Civil War" is set to hit theaters in Japan, and riding on the wave of this movie hype, Japan's "Ippudo" has combined elements of the film's plot and characters to launch a limited-time "Hero Ramen Set." It will only be available on May 13...
Spring Travel in Vietnam: The Trang An Scenic Complex Emerges as a Hidden Gem
Spring Travel in Vietnam: The Trang An Scenic Complex Emerges as a Hidden Gem
Coin-operated hand-shaken drinks make their debut in Taichung with daily limited aromatic milk teas
The popular coin-operated milk tea from southern Taiwan has now arrived in Taichung’s Zhongzheng District commercial area, offering 200 bottles of handmade brewed milk tea daily. Current flavors include “Love of the Foreigner” (Earl Grey milk tea), “Baby’s Favorite” (brown sugar fresh milk tea), and “Mysterious Milk Dew” (cloud ear fungus fresh milk tea)...