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Mayday and Iron Rose to Rock Christmas Concerts; High-Speed Rail Adds Trains for Holiday Crowds
From Christmas to New Year’s, numerous concerts are being held around Taoyuan, including the “Iron Rose Music Festival Rock Christmas Party” and Mayday’s “Life Company” concert, all taking place near Taoyuan High-Speed Rail Station...
2017's Grand Finale Stargazing Event: The Geminid Meteor Shower with 100 Meteors per Hour
As one of the three major annual meteor showers, the Geminid Meteor Shower is always a highly anticipated event for stargazers. It occurs between December 4 and December 17 each year, and this year, according to measurements...
Starbucks unveils world’s largest new 3D-printed bar with ultra-futuristic AR experience
Since reclaiming full operational control of its Shanghai stores and transitioning to a wholly-owned direct-management model, Starbucks has opened its first Asia flagship experience store, “Starbucks Reserve”
New Year's wishes adorn Taipei 101’s unprecedented largest wish tree across Taiwan
Every year as New Year’s approaches, the most highly anticipated event is the Taipei 101 fireworks show, but this year, in addition to the fireworks, Taipei 101 has made an unprecedented move by installing a massive T-Pad light grid spanning 7 bays across the exterior walls from the 35th to the 90th floors...
2018 Taiwan International Boat Show to kick off in March, featuring on-water experiences
2018 Taiwan International Boat Show to kick off in March, featuring on-water experiences
More beautiful than a dream — the romantic Arashiyama Lantern Path is off the charts
Kyoto’s annual winter spectacle, the “Kyoto Arashiyama Lantern Path,” takes place from December 8 to December 17. As night falls, the bamboo groves, riversides, and temples in the Sagano-Arashiyama area are illuminated by dazzling lights,...
The irresistible red velvet cake – LadyM’s Christmas edition now available for pre-order
New York’s legendary dessert spot LadyM has launched a “Christmas Limited Edition Red Velvet Cake” just in time for the holidays, with pre-orders open for only five days from 9:30 AM on December 11 to 5:00 PM on December 15...
New Year’s Eve Mega Surprise: Korean Star Rain to Appear in Taipei 101 Light & Fireworks Show with Unprecedented Extended Duration
The most anticipated lineup of New Year’s Eve performers and the 101 countdown light and fireworks show have been revealed. Taiwan’s only New Year’s Eve concert held exclusively in Taipei will feature “Nation’s Sweetheart” Crowd-Favorite Show Lo, “New Year’s Eve Ratings King” Bii Shijian, and the hip-hop group MJ116...
GD Makes Bold Purchase of World’s Most Beautiful Building – A Must-See Spot for Fans
G-DRAGON, the leader of the renowned South Korean idol group BIGBANG, after purchasing a luxury home in the upscale Galleria Foret residential area of Seoul in 2013 and building an exquisitely designed café on Jeju Island in 2015...
Huge OPEN event features eye-catching balloons in a spectacular parade at Dream Mall — Asia’s only one of its kind
Organized by President Chain Store Corporation, guided by the Kaohsiung City Government, and sponsored by Mayor Bakery and Hua Nan Commercial Bank, the “OPEN! Big Balloon Parade” has entered its 10th year in Kaohsiung and has become one of the most iconic large-scale family events in the country, ...
Taiwan’s Only Eco-Friendly Christmas Tree Square Transforms into a Dreamy European Wonderland
Keelung City Government has collaborated with various churches for three consecutive years to organize Christmas events. This year, they’ve planned the “Heavenly Child Descends, True Love in Keelung” Christmas celebration series, featuring a 21-meter-tall “Ocean Eco-Friendly Christmas Tree” made from 7,000 PET bottles,...
LEGO brick mini 7-Eleven is not even the most unique — five specialty convenience stores with storage space too small to capture it all
In recent years, 7-Eleven branches have evolved far beyond being just ordinary convenience stores and have become popular photo spots for netizens. Below are five uniquely themed 7-Elevens across Taiwan, including rainbow homestays, LEGO bricks, container homes, and more...
Don't miss out on these adorable Korean convenience store drinks — shopping without them would be a waste!
When traveling in Korea, shopping is a must-do activity for many, and convenience store snacks and drinks are especially popular among K-fans. Here are five super cute drinks from Korean convenience stores — not only are the cans adorable enough to melt your heart...
IG’s Latest Popular Photo Spots: A Half-Day Tour of Taichung’s Four Must-Visit Attractions
The area around Taichung’s Qianmei Greenery Boulevard frequently features new installations, giving netizens constantly refreshed photo-worthy backdrops to check in at. This winter, aside from Qianmei’s Christmas Village, nearby spots like the Qianmei Art Museum, IKEA’s creative lifestyle exhibition, and the newly opened adidas Qianmei Greenery Boulevard store also offer fantastic photo opportunities. Visitors can plan a half-day trip to Taichung to capture all of Qianmei Greenery Boulevard’s highlights.
Dine in a Dreamy Crystal Igloo – The Ultimate Christmas Ice Dome Restaurant with 180-Degree Ocean Views
Dining inside a crystal sphere while enjoying magnificent ocean views is an incredibly relaxing experience. In the Repulse Bay area of Hong Kong, several dreamy and colorful crystal spheres have appeared—this is the newly opened ice dome restaurant Igloo...
A gravity-defying inverted pyramid landscape swimming pool
Natural wonders and mysterious ancient architecture aren’t the only marvels in the world—today, there are also many astonishing unique designs. Spain’s “Solo Houses” architectural project, in collaboration with the Tokyo-based architecture firm TNA...
Soak in Luxury: Japan’s Top 5 Scenic Onsen Hotels with Breathtaking Sea Views
Traveling to Japan isn’t just about shopping—soaking in an onsen (hot spring) is also a must-do activity for many. Especially in Japan, where hot springs are world-renowned. Below are five of Japan’s top onsen-view hotels, each offering sweeping views that allow travelers to relax while soaking in the baths...
Giant scoop animals—super cute, must-photograph Christmas displays at department stores become new hotspots for photos
As Christmas spirit grows stronger, department stores roll out exciting decorative installations every year. This year, Shin Kong Mitsukoshi has specially teamed up with the beloved “Scoop Planet” popular among gashapon fans. From the third installment of “Scoop Planet,” they’ve selected three polar animals—the polar bear, the...
Einstein's Special Exhibition Makes Its Global Debut Here – First-Ever Taiwan Display of the Theory of Relativity Manuscripts and Nobel Prize Medals
The Israel Einstein Archives presents an exclusive global first loan as the world’s first “Einstein Special Exhibition – Genius of the Theory of Relativity” makes its grand debut in January next year. The exhibition features the E=mc² manuscripts that changed the course of human development
Seoul Streets Rally for 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics as Korea Tourism Fan Page Gathers Steam for Grand Prize
As winter arrives, Seoul’s streets are adorned with numerous Christmas decorations, such as the dazzling light show on the exterior of Lotte World Mall in Myeongdong. Across the capital, billboards and mascots promoting the 2018 PyeongChang Winter Olympics can also be spotted...