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New highlight for night lake tours: Taiwan’s only offshore colorful water curtain light show
The Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area recently hosted Taiwan’s only drawbridge show, which garnered significant attention from visitors and netizens. Recently, the water curtain light show has also made its debut. To offer tourists more diverse and enriching recreational experiences, the scenic area invested 18 million...
A new hotspot blending nature with stylish architecture and breathtaking night views
Newly opened during the 2017 Chinese New Year holiday, this instantly popular new night view spot in Taichung features a striking white exterior that sparked widespread discussion upon its opening. Located on Taiwan Boulevard, it boasts a prominent location, ample parking, and even grassy areas where people can...
New Hidden Night Cherry Blossom Spot: A Blooming Walking Path That Gets More Beautiful at Night
With cherry blossom season in full swing, flowers are gradually blooming across Taiwan, and famous cherry blossom viewing spots as well as related events are in full operation. In addition to the aforementioned locations, unexpected surprises can sometimes be found in street corners, alleys, and parks. Located in Neihu District, Taipei City...
Tomorrow, I Will Date You Before You Were Born – A Kyoto Scene Makes a Beautiful Debut
[Tomorrow, I Will Date You Before You Were Born] is adapted from the “time-space miracle” romance novel by Shunsuke July. Since its publication in August 2014, the novel has consistently topped the “Romance Novel Recommendation Rankings” on Japan’s popular reading community website “Reading Counter”...
Stranded Overnight Due to Heavy Snow, Media Slams JR While Passengers Remain Grateful
Stranded Overnight Due to Heavy Snow, Media Slams JR While Passengers Remain Grateful
Top 4 Congested Highway Sections – Essential Travel Info for Holiday Trips
With the 228 Long Weekend underway, the Ministry of Transportation and Communications’ National Freeway Bureau reports increased southbound traffic on national highways, especially around four particularly congested sections. These include Freeway No. 1 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM between Hukou and the Hsinchu System...
Unearthing a 7,000-Year-Old Lost City with 15 Massive Tomb Structures
Egypt is a world-renowned destination famous for astonishing structures such as the pyramids, but these iconic sights have somewhat exhausted Egypt’s tourism appeal. After a period of quiet, an Egyptian archaeological team has recently discovered a lost city that dates back 7,000 years...
Golden Road X Mountain Scenery: A Locals’ Hidden Gem
Located along Hualien’s County Highway 193, the road frequently surprises travelers with breathtaking views that change beautifully with the seasons. At around the 93k mark on County Highway 193, follow the signs and turn off to discover the hidden Lake Bay Eel, tucked away in the Spring Weaving Tribe...
Recommended 2-Day 1-Night Itinerary for a 5D Sensory & Time Tunnel Holiday
Taiwan’s Zhubei-Miaoli area boasts a rich cultural heritage and is home to the largest Hakka community in northern Taiwan, forming an important lifestyle hub in the region. The area also features numerous attractions, ranging from scenic beauty and recreational activities to leisurely experiences...
KK Circle launches new Nutella Caramel Hazelnut flavor
Krispy Kreme has partnered with Nutella to globally release the new Nutty Cocoa Ring caramel crunch donut, which officially launched in Taiwan on February 23.
Uncompromising Excellence: Five Must-Visit Handbag Shops in Tokyo
Japanese products give off a sense of quality assurance and reliability, as their dedication to anything is backed by significant effort and patience. Their meticulous approach results in outstanding creations. Below are five recommended handbag shops for travelers...
A Century-Old Japanese-Era Residence Transformed into a Top-Notch Yakitori Restaurant, Reviving Its Former Glory
In recent years, many old houses and Japanese-era buildings in Taiwan have been converted into cafes and other venues, breathing new life into their former splendor. One such place is a restaurant in Taichung City called Smile Field (Xiao Jv Chang), which has transformed a over-a-century-old Japanese-style mansion into a top-tier...
Japan’s Top 10 Ramen Festivals – Enjoy Renowned Ramen from Top Shops Over Ten Days
Taiwan’s first “2017 Japan Ramen Festival” was held in Taipei on February 24. Ten popular Japanese ramen shops airlifted their signature, carefully crafted broths to Taiwan. During the 10-day event, each shop limited sales to 1,000 bowls per day—miss it, and you’ll miss out...
Ali Mountain Starry Night Sakura & Cherry Blossom Shooting: First Watch the Sunset, Then Admire the Breathtaking Blossoms
The Alishan Cherry Blossom Season is one of Taiwan’s most important cherry blossom viewing spots. In 2017, it will kick off enthusiastically on March 10th. Currently, about 70% of the blossoms have bloomed, and visitors passing by can't help but marvel at their beauty. There are over ten...
Must-visit attraction: A 300-year-old Anhui-style ancient house at Feilai Platform accessible via the Taoyuan Airport MRT
With the opening of the Taoyuan Airport MRT, many attractions have gradually drawn increasing crowds. The Luzhu Dafu Mansion in Luzhu District, Taoyuan, located near the MRT’s A17 Linghang Station, is a 300 to 400-year-old Anhui-style ancient house. The owner specially...
Four Resort Hotels in Macau Serve Valentine’s Day Culinary Feasts Sweeter Than Love
Macau is an international destination for business and leisure travelers. With Valentine’s Day approaching, restaurants at The Venetian Macao, Parisian Macao, The Plaza Macao and Sands Macao have launched romantic-themed set menus, buffets, and special...
A 360-degree panoramic sky-view resort nestled under starlit mountains and waters
Nantou’s Sun Moon Lake boasts world-class breathtaking scenery, with its picturesque lakes and mountains attracting numerous domestic and international tourists. The surrounding homestays and hotels generously bring this magnificent landscape into their rooms, and the Waterfront Leisure Hotel is one of the most representative. The hotel’s luxurious and spacious decor allows visitors to feel an atmosphere of opulence as soon as they step into the lobby, while the room designs feature nearly 360-degree views, with large glass panels on the ceilings and windows. The brilliant lighting is stunning not only during the day but also at night.
A Fairytale Forest Treehouse Hideaway – A European-Style Manor with Stunning New Restaurant Views
Nestled in Nanzhuang, Miaoli County, there is a scenic restaurant built against the mountains—Suvila Manor. Here, you can take in the panoramic views of the mountain town, and the entire wooden structure makes you feel as if you’ve stepped into a treehouse hidden in the forest. The standalone...
The world’s natural wonder – Blue Tears – has arrived, unveiling Taiwan’s most dazzling oceanic starry sky
The Blue Tears of Matsu are hailed as a world-class spectacle and can be considered one of the must-see attractions in a lifetime. With the arrival of the Blue Tears season, the Beihai Tunnel in Nangan, Matsu, hosts the annual Night Viewing of Blue Tears at Beihai Tunnel. This year, the event has been announced to start early on March...
Global five-star travel review: Taiwan hotels awarded halos
The Forbes Travel Guide, known as the Oscars of hotels, recently announced the winners of its 59th annual Forbes Travel Guide Star Rating awards. Among the many five-star hotels worldwide, Taipei Mandarin Oriental Hotel and its spa in Taiwan were selected...