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Harbour City X Bearbrick StyleUp: Giant BE@RBRICK Draws Attention
Since 2002, Harbour City has hosted an annual large-scale fundraising event for the Hong Kong Leukaemia Foundation during Christmas. In 2007, it collaborated with 10 international luxury brands to design and exhibit 1000% BE@RBRICK...
Autumn Soaking Fun: Guanziling Hot Spring Food Festival
The 2016 Tainan Guanziling Hot Spring Food Festival grandly opened on September 24th. The Guanziling Hot Spring area boasts Taiwan’s only mud hot spring, making it perfect for a soak in the gradually cooling autumn weather. The Guanziling...
Hands-on Trail Eco Tour: Tefuye Ancient Trail Work Holiday
The Chiayi Forest District Office of the Forestry Bureau is organizing a trail work holiday event from October 28 to 30 on the Tefuye Ancient Trail and within Alishan National Scenic Area, inviting members of the public aged 18 and above who are interested in trail maintenance to participate...
The TLC Picnic Day is so relaxing—sunshine, grass, and music all in one go.
Taiwan's biggest picnic day is here!The TLC Taipei Picnic Group Event has invited Jo from "Dual Chefs' Mission" this time.
Travel with peace of mind: Six essential travel-friendly pharmaceutical and cosmetic items
Nothing’s worse than falling ill while traveling—whether due to climate changes or personal health conditions. Taking care of your body is key to enjoying your trip, as everyone knows. But how can you pack the most essential and travel-savvy pharmaceutical and cosmetic items...
Frequent appearances of the super adorable big fluffy cat at Eslite Spectrum Green Park Boulevard with plenty of activities
The super adorable big fluffy cat, which usually never shows itself, has actually appeared in the city to chase Mio, who has been spotted in alleys and lanes. Eslite Spectrum Green Park Boulevard has always been a great leisure spot in Taichung. This fluffy cat event is organized by a major motorcycle manufacturer...
Tokyo Disneyland’s Most Festive Halloween Ever
Tokyo Disneyland celebrates the crisp autumn season with a special 53-day event, “Disney Halloween,” to delight visitors. The 2016 Halloween event runs from September 9 to October 31. Tokyo...
Train to Busan (Busanhaeng) KRPass: Traveling in Korea Has Never Been Easier
The movie “Train to Busan” was a global hit, screening in 156 countries. Its Korean Hanja title is “Busanhaeng,” and many viewers likely noticed that most of the scenes take place on or near the KTX (Korea Train Express) high-speed trains and stations—locations such as Seoul Station and Daejeon Station...
A Library as Beautiful as Tsutaya—Taoyuan Longgang Branch, Among Taiwan’s Most Scenic Libraries
Taiwan’s libraries just keep getting more stunning. The Taoyuan Municipal Library Longgang Branch (also known as Zhongli Third Library), which opened at the end of 2015, was relatively unknown outside the local community until shared online...
Book a stay at Taipei 101 New Year's Eve event and get up to 48% off on Hong Kong hotel accommodations
The annual New Year’s holiday is here again, and Taipei Marriott Hotel has launched the “New Year’s Eve Party (12/31) Stay Package.” Guests who book this package will enjoy two servings of refined breakfast at Garden Kitchen, a welcome amenity per room...
It’ll be hard to see them later on—the last great chance to view the aurora will be in 2016.
Auroras are closely related to solar activity, which follows an average 11-year cycle. Each cycle brings both vibrant auroras and those that are hard to observe. In 2014, we experienced the recent peak of solar activity, which also led to...
The Taichung Railway Viaduct Project retains the historic Taichung Station on-site
The Taichung Railway Viaduct Project has entered its final completion inspection phase and will officially open on September 25. The original ground-level tracks and related facilities will be dismantled, meaning passengers will no longer be seen waiting on the ground-level platforms, and vehicles will no longer have to...
Must-see architecture in Kansai: Tadao Ando's three low-key yet stunning works
The status of renowned architect Tadao Ando needs no introduction—his architectural works have long been the focus of architecture enthusiasts, photography lovers, and design aficionados. With the creation of many public spaces such as museums and art galleries,...
Most Popular Hiking Trails During the Silvergrass Bloom Season on the Caoling Historic Trail
Autumn is the prime season for silvergrass, as its delicate plumes sway gracefully in the wind, standing tall against the sky and dancing with the breeze. Entire valleys are enveloped in rolling waves of silvergrass, resembling silvery surf. With drifting clouds and fresh, clean winds, the "Caoling Historic Trail Silvergrass Bloom" event offers visitors the chance to enjoy the rich natural ecology and cultural artistry of Northeast Taiwan, along with a refined leisure experience.
Kyoto Bus Tour: Explore Kyoto for Just ¥500 – Kiyomizu-dera & Gion Edition
The Kiyomizu Stage of Kiyomizu-dera Temple is many people’s first impression of Kyoto. The nearby stone-paved lane is a famous sightseeing street lined with small shops, brimming with Japanese charm. Gion, known for its Hanamikoji Street, has its main thoroughfare, Shijo-dori...
The Swing Jazz Festival on the Grassland Makes a Grand Debut
The Taichung Jazz Festival enters its 14th year, kicking off in a grand way on September 30. The 2016 Taichung Jazz Festival will last for 10 days, featuring jazz musicians from 13 countries across four continents—Europe, America, Asia, and Africa...
Typhoon Megi, the 17th this year, is expected to become one of the top three strongest typhoons of the year
Typhoon Malakas has just moved away and caused severe damage in Japan, while a tropical depression near Guam is expected to become the 17th typhoon of the year. This typhoon has been named Megi and will impact Taiwan's weather next week. ...
Food Spotlight: Lao Gan Bei and Din Tai Fung’s Lady Goose Win Michelin One Star
The Michelin Guide is placing increasing emphasis on Asian cuisine. In September, it released the “2017 Shanghai Michelin Guide” for mainland China, in which Lao Gan Bei Shanghai, from Taiwan, received a Michelin one-star rating, making it...
Typhoon Malakas leaves Taiwan and causes severe damage in Japan
Typhoon Malakas (No. 16), which moved away from Taiwan on the 18th, headed toward Japan and caused serious disasters in southern Japan and the Kyushu region. The Kyushu and Shikoku areas were hit consecutively from the 19th to the 20th, and the typhoon moved toward the Kanto region on the 21st...
Taiwan's first-ever "Heads of State"-themed tourist factory draws crowds on holidays
Taiwan's first-ever "Heads of State"-themed tourist factory draws crowds on holidays