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Experience the Kaohsiung harbor cityscape aboard Taiwan’s first open-top double-decker bus
The Kaohsiung City Government has recently unveiled the nation’s first open-top double-decker sightseeing bus, aiming to integrate it with the light rail system as a new highlight of Kaohsiung’s transportation. Additionally, to accommodate passengers with disabilities, the open-top double-decker bus...
Sixty Stone Mountain's daylily season sees golden blooms carpeting the slopes
The Hualien Sixty Stone Mountain Daylily Season runs from August 5 to September 19. Thanks to the absence of typhoons this year, the daylilies have bloomed on schedule atop Sixty Stone Mountain in Fuli Township, creating a vast golden sea of blossoms that shimmer like radiant gold...
2016 Taiwan Culinary Exhibition: Six Major Zones to Delight Your Taste Buds
The 2016 Taiwan Culinary Exhibition (Taiwan Culinary Exhibition, TCE) is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year, with a grand showcase from August 5 to 8 at Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1...
You'll miss out on the daily limited-edition handmade desserts from the dessert vending machine if you come too late.
Recently, a vending machine trend has swept across Taiwan, selling everything from bubble tea to desserts. Tainan’s local dessert brand “Duke? Zi Workshop” has launched a handmade dessert vending machine at the intersection of Shennong Street and Kangle Street in West Central District, Tainan...
Top 10 Classic Retro Steam Train Journeys on the Time-Travel Railway
The opening of the "Kyoto Railway Museum" has awakened fond memories of steam trains (abbreviated as "SL" in Japanese), and the sight of retro black steam locomotives speeding through mountain forests is a favorite among train enthusiasts. With nearly 10,000 stations across Japan, many steam trains are still in service. Travel operators have released a ranking of Japan’s top ten steam trains, featuring the nostalgic and Showa-era charm of the Shizuoka Prefecture SL Express, the five-carriage SL Yamagata, and the melodious whistle of the SL Banetsu Monogatari, among others.
First Look at the Fireworks, Music, and Animation for Dadaocheng’s Spectacular Show
The highlight of Taipei Riverside Music Festival — “Dadaocheng Lover’s Day” — will be held grandly from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM on August 6th at Yanping Riverside Park and around Dadaocheng Wharf. In addition to a creative market, retro stalls, and a food area...
Choose them when traveling abroad – the Best Travel Companions for Each Zodiac Sign
Finding a travel companion isn’t hard, but finding the right one can be quite a challenge. Matching travel buddies based on the traits of the twelve zodiac signs might just help you find your ideal partner — perfect for your next trip.
Top 6 Romantic Stays for Couples to Enjoy Breathtaking Views and Sweet Moments Together
Planning a romantic getaway with your loved one? Whether it's enjoying an unobstructed ocean view in your room, staying in a Southeast Asian-style villa, or discovering a hidden retreat deep in the mountains, you can experience a foreign holiday vibe without even leaving the country. With...
Free cosmos flowers to take home at Xingfu Shuiyang Park
The 2.3-hectare yellow cosmos flower sea at Sanchong Xingfu Shuiyang Park is in full bloom, attracting many passing motorcyclists and pedestrians to stop and admire or take photos. With the blooming period nearing its end, to maximize public benefit, starting from now...
Tigerair Taiwan teams up with South Korea’s T’way Air as first foreign airline to share flight codes
Tigerair Taiwan teams up with South Korea’s T’way Air as first foreign airline to share flight codes
Don’t miss the Hello Kitty installations and revisit the Fragrant Chicken City.
The fresh and adorable Hello Kitty has crossed the ocean to arrive at Taiwan’s Bali Cultural Park ! This cartoon character, created by Dutch illustrator Dick Bruna as a little white rabbit, steps out of the flat world of storybooks and meets visitors in person at Bali Cultural Park...
Doubled in price! Thailand’s visa-on-arrival fee increases by over a thousand yuan
The Thai government has announced that starting September 27 this year, the visa-on-arrival fee will be raised from the original 1,000 baht to 2,000 baht. Most tourists visiting Thailand are accustomed to using the visa-on-arrival option, which has led to congestion at airports and also increased the burden on immigration checkpoints. It may even have created security loopholes. By increasing the visa-on-arrival fee, the aim is to reduce the workload of visa-on-arrival staff at Thai airports and prevent unauthorized individuals from entering the country.
Summer Father's Day Theme Park Discounts Roundup
To celebrate Father's Day, theme parks across Taiwan are offering special promotions. Visiting with Dad during the summer vacation not only guarantees fun but also helps you save money. For example, at Kaohsiung E-DA Theme Park, if Dad has held an E-DA membership E-card for over 30 days...
Traveling alone isn’t lonely — top 5 global cities for romantic encounters
During your travels, you’ll encounter all sorts of people and things, and sometimes you might even meet your ideal partner, kicking off a romantic journey. A web survey has ranked the top five cities where chance encounters are most likely. If you’re looking for a different kind of trip, these places might be worth considering...
Girl Power: Six Must-Visit Instagrammable Spots
Cute and dreamy attractions often draw crowds of visitors eager to snap photos and check in. Taiwan has recently welcomed several new landmarks that have become hotspots for social media posts. Our editors have compiled a list of six wildly popular spots in Taiwan that are sure to make your heart flutter—so take advantage of the good weather and snap some gorgeous photos while you're at it!
A hundred butterfly species flutter gracefully in 28 hidden butterfly-watching spots
For nature lovers, the hot summer is the best time to observe insects in the wild. Taiwan, known as the "Butterfly Kingdom," offers opportunities to see butterflies dancing in the air all year round. On this small island, there are more than...
The stunning Nanfangao sea-crossing bridge is lit up to transform into the romantic Qixi Magpie Bridge
From August 6 to 9, 2016, a four-day romantic event kicks off in Nanfangao for Valentine’s Day in Yilan. Every evening at 7:07 p.m., a lighting ceremony will be held on the sea-crossing bridge, turning it into a blissful Qixi Magpie Bridge. You can also...
Must-visit spots for big eaters: Taiwan’s top 5 jumbo-sized dishes
Tired of ordinary food and looking for something different? Try jumbo-sized dishes instead. We’ve rounded up five popular jumbo-food restaurants across Taiwan—some even let you take on a big eater challenge. Finish your massive meal within the time limit...
Budget airlines' winter flights go on sale starting from NT$499 for all routes
Tigerair Taiwan’s second wave of winter flight promotions begins at 10:00 AM on August 4, with promotional fares starting from NT$499 for all routes. Popular destinations including Japan, Thailand, and Singapore across 14 airports and 17 international routes are all...
Celebrate Father’s Day with the Hello Kitty Painted Train & Alishan Forest Adventure
The newly launched New Taroko Hello Kitty Painted Train, which has been hugely popular since its debut, saw the Taiwan Railways Administration (TRA) host the “Hello Kitty Goes to Alishan – ‘Forest Adventure’” event on Father’s Day. The train...