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Supermarket HERSHEY’S Collaboration Part 2: 5 Must-Grab Chocolate Desserts
Following the previous collaboration between PX Mart and the century-old American brand Hershey’s, which launched 6 winter-limited chocolate desserts that caused a shopping frenzy and sold out quickly at all PX Mart branches, receiving high praise from many customers. This time...
The world’s coolest outdoor room — a one-of-a-kind starry sky hotel
The world is full of wonders, and besides the breathtaking natural landscapes crafted by nature, human wisdom and creativity often leave us in awe. In Switzerland, there is an outdoor hotel room perched at an altitude of about 1,900 meters in the Alps of Graubünden Canton, where you can gaze up at the starry Milky Way.
A new hotspot rivaling Tsutaya Bookstore: Taiwan’s most beautiful coffee bookstore
Dubbed Japan’s most beautiful bookstore, Tsutaya Bookstore TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE is a multi-concept store combining books, audiovisual media, coffee, internet access, light meals, and cocktails. Recently located at Taipei’s Uni-President Department Store...
A brand-new scenic spot: a water-central landscape leisure farm open for free visits
Visiting a sightseeing and leisure farm always brings a refreshing feeling — not only can you enjoy beautiful scenery, but also experience the fun of farm life. A new attraction has been added in Huwei Town, Yunlin — the Chenglin Aquilaria Sightseeing and Leisure Farm...
2017 Taipei International Book Exhibition: A Time of Reading and Enjoyment
The 25th Taipei International Book Exhibition, organized by the Taipei Book Fair Foundation, will be held from February 8 to 13. This year’s exhibition returns its focus to Taiwan, featuring a “Time of Reading Theme Pavilion” that looks back at the evolution of reading in Taiwan over the past 60 years...
The strongest cold front this winter has caused temperatures to drop sharply across the country.
This morning (the 3rd), the lowest temperatures in northern Taiwan remained around 14 to 16 degrees Celsius, with very sporadic and light rainfall in the Greater Taipei mountainous areas and Yilan-Taitung mountainous regions. The latest simulation from the European Centre for Medium-Range Weather Forecasts (ECMWF) model shows that...
The Deluxe Edition of Late-Night Ramen: Taichung’s New Late-Night Snack Hotspot
A newly opened shop in Taichung, Just Right Ice Parlor, suddenly became a huge hit in the summer of 2016. Customers even had to wait in line for up to an hour just to try their signature ice desserts, and it has maintained strong popularity ever since. Not long after, Just Right Ice Parlor...
Starbucks’ limited-edition cherry blossom cups are Japan’s most frenzied annual shopping craze
Starbucks Japan’s ultra-popular limited-edition cherry blossom cups are a highly sought-after item every year. Whether you fly to Japan in person or ask someone to buy them for you, as soon as cherry blossom season arrives, they become an essential collectible for enthusiasts and fans of the blossoms...
The Ultimate Photo Spot: A Fairytale Baroque Mansion Café with Countryside Vibes
Taiwan is home to many exotic-style buildings. With the rise of social media, an increasing number of lesser-known architectural gems have been discovered by netizens. Among the most popular photography spots are European-style restaurants and cafés. Located in Dacun Township, Changhua...
The pink heart-shaped cup is perfect for the occasion—Japan’s Starbucks Valentine’s Day limited edition must-haves
As Valentine’s Day approaches, Japan’s Starbucks launched its 2018 Valentine’s series of limited-edition products and chocolate drinks in January. Fans of Starbucks items won’t want to miss out. This year’s theme is “Sweet Rewards...”
The ultimate café for group photos: swing sets, dried flower fountains, and super photogenic spots
Celebrities often start cafés as side businesses. For example, Ashin invested in StayReal Café, which is loved for its industrial-style design...
Aerial footage of pink cherry blossom showers | Latest bloom conditions at top cherry blossom spots
Cherry blossom season is one of Taiwan’s most anticipated floral events. Stroll along paths blanketed in falling petals and admire hillsides covered in shades of pink—the dreamy scenery is truly unforgettable. One of New Taipei City’s most famous cherry blossom viewing spots, Tamsui Tianyuan Temple, features cherry blossoms...
The first cold wave of winter envelops Taiwan, with temperatures dropping to as low as 9°C
Due to the influence of the northeast monsoon, according to the Central Weather Bureau forecast, the first cold wave of winter will sweep across Taiwan from the 9th to the 13th, with relatively low temperatures across the island. The lowest temperature in the north could plunge to 9°C. Tomorrow, the northeast monsoon will weaken...
Top 10 Hidden Highlights of the Taipei Lantern Festival’s Popular Opening
The Taipei Lantern Festival officially kicked off on February 4th, with the opening light show in the main performance area sparking widespread discussion among the public. This year’s festival hides ten secret highlights—let’s take a look at some of the mysterious gems you might not know about...
Dreamy Colorful Block Campus – Taiwan’s Most Whimsical Hidden Gem of an Elementary School
The alleys, streets, and communities in Taiwan are becoming increasingly distinctive—not only through colorful murals to revitalize the areas, but also adding playful facilities has become a recent trend. In Beiye Village, Pingtung, there is an elementary school filled with a magical fairy-tale atmosphere—Beiye Elementary School. This...
A massive nine-floor electronics department store — a shopping mecca for Japanese appliances
Believe it or not, shopping is always high on the list when traveling in Japan. The creativity and ingenuity of the Japanese never cease to amaze, delivering not only exquisite designs but also top-notch quality. This time, we’re introducing a place loved by all — whether you’re male or female...
The rose sea of flowers can be photographed from morning till night at the Pingtung Lantern Festival — a perfect spot for great photos.
The highly anticipated 2017 Pingtung Lantern Festival features an extraordinary array of lantern-themed activities. In addition to utilizing the scenic waterfront of the Wannian River for public art light installations, the surrounding landscape also introduces LED rose light displays that gained attention in Korea...
The hidden landscape gem, YuLi Wetlands, resembles a fairyland.
Taiwan’s Huatung Valley is home to abundant natural wonders, with countless mysterious sites and hidden spots. With the development of the internet and social media, more and more ecological beauty spots are gradually being discovered. This time, we’re introducing a lesser-known attraction located in YuLi Town, Hualien...
Popular Korean actor Park Hae-jin joins Madame Tussauds Hong Kong
Park Hae-jin debuted in 2006 with the drama "Seven Princesses," and has starred in numerous hit series including the globally popular "My Love from the Star" and "Doctor Stranger," as well as leading the drama "Cheese in the Trap"...
Japan's convenience store hit: Afternoon Tea with a bottled Winnie the Pooh
Afternoon Tea, a popular Japanese beverage, followed up last year's (2017) wildly popular bottle sets featuring Mickey and Minnie dolls with another limited-edition Disney collaboration in 2017. This time the star...