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Kapok trees blaze red along the Dongluo Creek in stunning aerial shots
March is the season when kapok flowers bloom, their striking beauty set against the surrounding fields and farmland. Under the vast blue sky, white clouds, and the warm glow of sunrise and sunset, they paint the rural landscape in vibrant hues. Along the Dongluo Creek in Changhua, there is...
The Forgotten Forest Version: A Hidden Alleyway Wonder of Yellow Trumpet Trees
With spring in full bloom and cherry blossom and trumpet tree seasons in swing, pink and yellow floral carpets are spreading across Taiwan, prompting many travelers to embark on flower-chasing and viewing journeys. In addition to the spectacular Golden Road, near the Long’an Post Office in Zhongliao, Nantou...
Japan's Cherry Blossom Hotspots: A Lazy Guide — Top Picks for Springtime Sakura Chasing
As spring arrives and flowers bloom, not only is Taiwan swept up in a cherry blossom frenzy, but Japan is also gearing up for its magnificent sakura season. On March 16, the Japan Meteorological Corporation once again updated its 2017 cherry blossom blooming forecast. The earliest...
The most mysterious 360-degree panoramic secret realm layout – A Tang-style architectural park
Located in Meishan Township, Chiayi, there is a so-called dragon’s lair known as the Earth’s energy magnetic center. At Santaishan Hanshinai Forest Cultural Area S Cape... this place features a coffee shop and an observatory, as well as mysterious circular buildings that blend architecture and nature, making it highly suitable for those seeking spiritual experiences.
South Korea’s Cherry Blossom Cup More Popular Than Japan’s—Now on Hot Sale
Japan’s Starbucks annual cherry blossom series cups always create a buying and collecting craze, with many tourists determined to buy several during their cherry blossom trips. In recent years, Korea’s Starbucks cherry blossom series cups and limited-edition items have also been highly favored...
Painted Hills & Sea Lion Herd Tour: Seven Wonders of the Rose City
Oregon in the United States, known as "beautiful water" in the Native American language, is not only a heavily forested region but also boasts an extremely rich variety of natural landscapes, including volcanoes, rivers, coastlines, canyons, deserts, forests, and more; the most well-known...
Bluebell flowers are in full bloom—don’t miss this must-see spring sea of pink, purple, blue, and white blooms
Spring is the perfect time for flower viewing, and many stunning blooms are currently on display across Taiwan. In 2016 (105 in Taiwan’s calendar), the Yunlin Branch of the Southern Region Agricultural Research and Extension Station successfully trial-planted bluebells, originally from temperate zones, proving their viability for cultivation in central and southern Taiwan...
Eye-catching!A two-story miniature train “rolls into” the Beimen Visitor Center
Eye-catching!A two-story miniature train “rolls into” the Beimen Visitor Center
Save at least 30%! All are takeout New Year’s dishes—resort hotels really “keep it affordable”!
Save at least 30%! All are takeout New Year’s dishes—resort hotels really “keep it affordable”!
Unveil the Mysteries of Egypt – Experts Teach You How to Travel Smart in Egypt
Unveil the Mysteries of Egypt – Experts Teach You How to Travel Smart in Egypt
Buy one get one free on tickets!* The National Museum of Taiwan History’s “Anydoor” mystery-solving app offers a creative way to explore.
Buy one get one free on tickets!* The National Museum of Taiwan History’s “Anydoor” mystery-solving app offers a creative way to explore.
Protecting guest safety: 'Do Not Disturb' signs may disappear
Protecting guest safety: 'Do Not Disturb' signs may disappear
Taiwan’s “Thousand Island Lake” is in Shiding — enjoy tea while spotting fireflies
Taiwan’s “Thousand Island Lake” is in Shiding — enjoy tea while spotting fireflies
Historic Shop × Traditional Japanese Elixir – Japan’s Finest Traditional Pharmacy
In Toyama Prefecture, Japan, besides the world-famous Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route with its massive snow walls, there is also a traditional pharmacy with over 300 years of history – the renowned Ikeda-ya Yasubei Shoten. The shop is filled with the aroma of medicinal herbs and displays Toyama’s signature stomach medicine “Etchu Hangekkaku,” as well as many in-house developed Japanese herbal remedies. With its nostalgic packaging and a wide variety of medicinal herbs and health teas, all are made using traditional preparation methods passed down through generations. The shop also has an on-site pharmacist who sells medicines, first carefully understanding your symptoms and constitution before selecting the most suitable herbal remedy from over 20 types of Japanese herbal formulas and more than 200 types of medicinal herbs.
Travel to Japan with Keikyu for cherry blossom season shopping deals
Late March to April has always been the peak season for Taiwanese travelers visiting Japan to enjoy the cherry blossoms. To celebrate this vibrant season of blooming flowers, Japanese railway company Keikyu has specially planned a series of shopping discount events for tourists. Fans of all things Japanese...
New Nighttime Lighting of Glass Heel Church Unveils a Dazzling Baroque Light Show
Taiwan’s first glass-curtain-wall high heel-shaped church, a popular attraction that has drawn international media attention and earned a Guinness World Record certification, held a new lighting ceremony at 6 PM on March 23. Many netizens...
Online poll reveals Taiwan's top 10 most popular cherry blossom spots of the year
Every spring, the entire island of Taiwan gets swept up in cherry blossom fever, with blossoms blooming everywhere. It's common to see friends taking beautiful photos of cherry blossoms at famous spots and hidden gems. But which locations are the most beloved by visitors? A well-known...
Top 10 Relationship Triggers for Couples Traveling Together – A Complete Guide to Avoiding Landmines
The travel companion is one of the key factors that determines the success or failure of a trip. Many people choose to live together before getting married to see if they’re compatible, while others use travel as a way to test whether they can spend the rest of their lives together—especially since independent travel can directly put a couple’s compatibility to the test. Through traveling, you can examine differences in preferences, values, habits, and more—not only may arguments arise during the trip, but conflicts can also start during the planning phase. Below, we’ve listed the top 10 relationship triggers for couples, all of which are potential landmines:
The King Cherry Blossom at Alishan Blooms with Somei Yoshino Cherry Blossoms – A Celestial Superstar
The Alishan Cherry Blossom Season kicked off in full swing on March 10th. Every spring, it presents a spectacular sea of flowers, attracting countless visitors on a pilgrimage, and has been voted by netizens as the most popular cherry blossom viewing spot from 2016 to 2017...
Hurting each other yet loving one another — a moment of ignorance. Shawn Yue moves the entire audience.
The debut feature film "Mad World" by rising director Wong Chun shines brightly at international film festivals. This Hong Kong film was selected for the 41st Toronto International Film Festival and won two awards at the 2016 Golden Horse Awards: Best New Director and...