Travel
Penguin Parade & Animal Train: Winter’s Most Adorable Event Kicks Off
Hokkaido always offers plenty of fun activities and celebrations every winter, from skiing and light displays to snow festivals. This time, HowToTrip would like to introduce a rather unique winter event — the Asahiyama Zoo in Hokkaido, which...
A roundup of the most romantic winter photo spots: 2016’s most popular Christmas trees across Taiwan
As winter arrives, if you want to feel the warmest atmosphere in the cold season, a Christmas tree is one of the best choices. Major cities in Taiwan have set up a variety of Christmas decorations, and with the addition of Christmas trees, they create a heartwarming vibe that feels like being abroad...
A terrorist attack at a Christmas market in Berlin, Germany, has resulted in casualties.
As Christmas atmosphere intensifies around the world, a truck rammed into a Christmas market at Berlin’s Breitscheidplatz on the evening of December 19, causing deaths and injuries. It is known that 12 people were killed and 48 injured. As this...
Nigatsu Mika’s Pink Wall & Gradient Juice – Taichung’s Newest Photo Spot
Recently, while searching for food spots in Taichung on Instagram, I unexpectedly discovered a new popular attraction — a juice and beverage shop located near the Qianmei commercial district in Taichung. Its biggest highlight is its gradient pink-hued juices and the shop’s floral wall decor that captures...
Taichung International Flower Carpet Festival – Taiwan’s First Dynamic Floral Amusement Park
The 2016 Taichung International Flower Carpet Festival was held for the first time at the Houli Flower Field Green Corridor from December 24 to January 8, spanning 16 days. This year’s theme was “Flowers Unveil a New Wonderland,” featuring dynamic, three-dimensional “carousels”...
One of Taiwan’s hottest hidden gems: a wild hot spring you can both photograph and enjoy
As winter arrives and cold temperatures set in, soaking in a soul-reviving hot spring while taking in breathtaking scenery is the dream of most travelers. Near the Laidu Tribe in Taitung lies a mysterious earthly paradise — recently going viral on IG, this Taiwanese hidden gem, Lison Hot Spring, features cascading springs and waterfalls from the mountainside. The cliffs are adorned with calcium carbonate crystals and emerald-green thermophilic algae clinging to the minerals, creating a jade-like rock face that has made this spot one of the most famous landscapes.
Explore breathtaking sights that are perfect for photos and fun — our top picks of Taiwan’s maze attractions
In recent years, maze attractions have been springing up all over Taiwan. Various festivals featuring flower fields, rice paddies, and themed landscapes have created maze installations for visitors to not only enjoy the scenery but also explore and play. This time, Spotasia has carefully selected some of Taiwan’s best maze attractions...
Changing the meaning of time — the Clock Tower is never late, the land of clocks
A mountainous country where alpine landscapes cover a large part of its territory — Switzerland boasts an excellent geographical location and is renowned as the "Park of the World" for its natural scenery and climate. Beyond its environment, Switzerland is also...
Kumamon joins the Japan-US Embassy "Koi Dance" to Celebrate Christmas
The Japanese drama "Nigeru wa Haji da ga Yaku ni Tatsu" (Taiwanese title: The Full-Time Wife Escapist) became a hit in Japan. On the evening of December 20, when the final episode aired, discussions were still ongoing. The ending theme song featured the "Koi Dance" performed by the lead actors, Yui Aragaki and Gen Hoshino...
The adorable and highly photogenic top three cat-themed painted villages across Taiwan
In addition to repurposing spaces, painting and beautification are also ways to revitalize old communities. With the rise of painted community culture, more and more old houses and alleys in Taiwan have been transformed, turning once lifeless streets into...
The ultra-cute Kumamon promotes Kumamoto tourism at the "Kumamon Loves to Hang Out Together" exhibition
Japan’s most popular regional tourism mascot, “Kumamon,” has come to Taiwan for an exhibition. Travelers who love Kumamon and Japanese tourism should check it out to learn about Kumamon’s charm and the allure of his hometown, Kumamoto Prefecture...
Taiwan's first-ever LINE FRIENDS Cafe & Store welcomes the fashionable bear CHOCO
LINE FRIENDS Cafe & Store, which continues to expand globally, has now arrived in Taiwan. It is located in the bustling Xinyi District of Taipei, inside Shin Kong Mitsukoshi A11. Originally...
Affordable gourmet buffet at Japan’s longest shopping street
When visiting Japan, experiencing local traditional culture and unique offerings is a must. The Tenjinbashi-suji Shopping Street in Osaka spans from 1-chome to 7-chome, with a total length of 2.6 kilometers, making it Japan’s longest shopping street. This long and narrow shopping street...
Celebrate Winter Solstice with Delicious Tangyuan: Top 3 Popular Spots in Taipei
The important Taiwanese custom of Winter Solstice is here. Since ancient times, Winter Solstice has been a highly regarded solar term, when families reunite for a meal. Among the traditions, eating tangyuan (glutinous rice balls) is the main culinary custom for the season. This time, HowToTrip spotlights...
6 Additional High-Speed Rail Trains Added for 2017 New Year’s Holiday Travel Rush Ticket Booking
During the New Year’s travel rush on Taiwan High-Speed Rail, passengers have shown enthusiastic advance ticket purchasing. To better serve those returning home or traveling, the high-speed rail company will add 6 more train services during the travel rush period (December 30 to January 3) — 4 southbound and...
Romantic Walnut Crane Christmas Light Sea Around Tokyo Station Marunouchi Area Highly Popular
Every year before Christmas, scenic spots and shopping malls across Tokyo are adorned with romantic and carefully designed light displays. In recent years, the commercial buildings and office towers in the nearby Marunouchi area around Tokyo Station have also gradually expanded their light festivals. Not only are the streets filled with dazzling light seas, but the Christmas trees and light sculptures within the district have also become key attractions for visitors...
Next Year’s Travel Recommendations: Top 10 Emerging Hotspots of 2017
As the year draws to a close and a new one approaches, some people have already started planning where to travel in 2017, while others are still undecided. A well-known online travel search engine has used big data analysis to predict...
Taipei’s New Year’s Eve party unveils an all-star “national treasure” hosting lineup and MR tech to wow the crowds
To welcome the new year, the “Taipei’s Most Exciting New Year’s Eve Party – 2017 Countdown Gala,” jointly organized by the Taipei City Government and Sanlih E-Television, will kick off in full force at 7:00 PM on December 31. The event will feature top-tier performances...
A Fairytale Wooden House in the Forest – Hsinchu’s Super Popular Forest Hideaway
Taiwan is rich in forest resources, and frequent orogenic movements have created many valleys and stunning forest landscapes. This time, MOOK Scenic Spots is introducing a forest hideaway in Hsinchu’s Guanxi District. The Maolushu Exploration Forest is located within an Atayal tribal community, and the vast parkland...
Breathtaking Day & Night Photos: Seven Must-Visit Colorful Dancing Fountains in Chiayi
Chiayi boasts numerous attractions and festivals, but if you're aiming to capture magical photos that look stunning both day and night, Chiayi’s Lantan Reservoir is one of the best choices. The “Moon Shadow Over the Heart of the Lake” scenic spot at Lantan not only features colorful, fashionable art installations but also...