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Even Japanese praise these 20 must-visit attractions in Taiwan’s Northeast Coast
Taiwan boasts abundant world-class scenic wonders that leave foreign tourists and media in awe. The North Coast region, with its complex and varied terrain and geology, features a diverse array of stunning landscapes. Below, we highlight 20 highly recommended spots across four key areas—Shuisn Cave, Jinguashi, Jiufen, and the North Coast—ranging from mining landscapes and historical sites to charming traditional culture. Among them, Jiufen is especially beloved by many Japanese visitors.
This is how travel enthusiasts explore the world’s top 10 summer activities
Summer is the peak travel season and the liveliest time of the year. Many people have already planned all kinds of travel itineraries, while others are still pondering how to arrange their trips. Here are ten summer travel ideas...
Taroko National Park may become the next Kenting; shop owners lament: It's hopeless
Taroko National Park may become the next Kenting; shop owners lament: It's hopeless
The first abalone-themed restaurant in Jiaoxi has opened for business, with prices half of those in urban areas!
The first abalone-themed restaurant in Jiaoxi has opened for business, with prices half of those in urban areas!
Taiwan’s First Official Apple Store Draws Tourists with Eye-Catching Red Paper-Cut Art Packaging
The long-awaited location of Taiwan’s first official Apple Store has been officially announced—it will be situated at Taipei 101, on the right side of the Xinyi Road entrance. Apple CEO Tim Cook also posted on Twitter...
Weekly Weather Forecast: Typhoon Merbok Forms—Watch Out for Heavy Rain This Week
The 2nd typhoon of 2017, Tropical Storm Merbok (international name: MERBOK), is centered at 20.1°N, 115.0°E, moving northward at a speed of 18 km per hour...
Taiwan director Chi Po-lin passes away; Taipei 101 lights up in tribute
On June 10, 2017, shocking news spread among Taiwanese: Chi Po-lin, the director of "Beyond Beauty: Taiwan from Above," died in a helicopter crash while scouting locations near the Changhong Bridge in Hualien. The pilot and assistant traveling with him also perished...
Asia-Pacific’s Best Tourism City Vigorously Taps into the Korean Market
According to the latest Mastercard report, Taipei ranked 10th among the best tourism cities in the Asia-Pacific region for the first time in 2016. Taipei has become one of the main drivers of growth in the Asia-Pacific tourism market, and the number of mutual visits between Taiwan and South Korea from January to April this year has...
Breathtakingly dreamlike — Japan’s Top 10 Cloud Sea Hotels and Attractions
Whether it's the sea of clouds filling the valleys, the cascading cloud waterfalls pouring down, or the swirling mists around sunrise, these magnificent illusions are always unforgettable. While cloud seas can be seen in the cold winter months, the Japanese especially love...
Japan’s Convenience Store Must-Buy Dessert: Limited-Edition GODIVA Cake Roll Is a Huge Hit
Fans who love traveling to Japan definitely won’t want to miss the delicious and fun trending products in major convenience stores. LAWSON, the leading Japanese convenience store brand known for its constant innovation and collaborations with famous brands, launched on June 6...
Surreal Big-Headed Dolls: Unique Art in the 2017 New Solo Exhibition by Yoshitomo Nara
The active Japanese contemporary artist Yoshitomo Nara has just held his Thinker solo exhibition in New York, and is now set to launch his new solo exhibition “for better or worse” in Aichi Prefecture, Japan. ...
Japan also has a lively water festival – Universal Studios Japan’s Minion Summer Must-Do
The highly anticipated Minion Park at Universal Studios Japan has been loved by visitors since its opening in April, and the annual summer festival is just around the corner. Universal Studios Japan has announced that from June 30 (Friday) to September 3...
Stay in a stylish shipping container home—Tainan’s new design hotel rivals Japan’s
Tainan, a city of cuisine and culture, offers not only an authentic taste of southern Taiwan’s local charm but also some of the best-value travel destinations in the country. The city’s unique...
A minimalist concrete boat-shaped café: A new hipster highlight in the old street
Aside from trying stinky tofu under the big tree and experiencing the historical and cultural charm of Shenkeng Old Street, you can also visit a design-forward hipster café to spend a leisurely afternoon. Opened in 2016, Shenkeng ArcCafé...
The stunning purple-pink blooms of the Lagerstroemia speciosa avenue are in full glory.
As summer floral seas and golden rice waves take center stage, alongside the must-see golden shower trees along the pathways, the magnificent purple-pink Lagerstroemia speciosa also burst into bloom. The flowering period of the Lagerstroemia speciosa runs from May to August. In winter, its leaves gradually turn from green to orange-red...
After admiring the hydrangeas, chase the blue tears—experience exotic vacation vibes in the northernmost part of the country.
The Matsu Archipelago in the northern frontier is not only a former frontline of coastal defense but also a stunning island rich in natural landscapes. Qínbì Village on Beigan Island is the most representative settlement of traditional Matsu architecture, where classic old houses are perched...
Taiwan’s First Cake Tourism Factory – A New Family Destination in Tainan
With the changes in the times and industrial structure, many factories in Taiwan have adopted adaptive strategies, transforming into tourism factories that maintain production while also opening their facilities to visitors. The newly opened Pitiva Art Cake Tourism Factory in Tainan in 2017 is the first cake tourism factory in the country.
Marvel heroes gather at Hong Kong Disneyland as Stanley Wong and his son team up with Spider-Man
This year marks the beginning of the Marvel era at Hong Kong Disneyland. Following the huge success of the “Iron Man Experience” launched earlier this year, the park continues to roll out more Marvel-themed attractions and activities, establishing Hong Kong Disneyland as...
Taiwan also boasts one of the world’s top ten astonishing fountains, a marvel of engineering
The wonders of the world are endless—whether it's the breathtaking craftsmanship of nature or the astounding designs of architecture and human ingenuity. Here’s a look at fountain installations around the globe, ranging from grand and magnificent to uniquely shaped and creatively inspired...
Get a Sneak Peek at the Golden Sea of Rice in Valley of Bliss — A Stunning Mosaic of Farmland Beauty
The boundless beauty of rice paddies is no longer exclusive to Hualien and Taitung. Located in Waipu, Taichung, Valley of Bliss not only boasts vast fields of golden rice but also features emerald green farmlands crisscrossed like a mosaic of the earth. Standing on the lightning-like country roads...