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Frequent strong earthquakes hit Sichuan late at night: A magnitude 6.0 quake causes casualties, travelers urged to stay alert
A shallow earthquake with a magnitude of about 6.0 struck Yibin, Sichuan, China around 11:00 PM on June 17. With a depth of only about 16 kilometers, the quake has resulted in 12 deaths and over 100 injuries. Travelers in Sichuan are advised to stay vigilant regarding their safety...
An IG super-popular check-in spot: A Y-year-old building that looks like a scene from Spirited Away
A local temple with over 300 years of history, resembling a scene from Spirited Away animation, is an extremely popular IG check-in spot this year! Hurry and take stunning photos with other IG users too...
Must-take photo spot on Big Palm Island getaway – the web-famous favorite Xiaomosite Garden in the Netherlands
With its ultra-romantic sea of flowers, Xiaomosite Garden in the Philippines is known as the web-famous travelers’ top pick – easily snap your perfect big palm photo here...
All-inclusive green Club Med in Taiwan! An ideal luxury family vacation at Ideal Grand Paradise
In addition to its world-class natural beauty of mountains, seas, and plains, Hualien also boasts rich and diverse cultural customs — a rare tourism resource throughout Taiwan. Drawing inspiration from international Club Med, Ideal Grand Paradise has created an all-inclusive resort that combines fun with education...
Bask in the world’s most stunning sunset: Enjoy a private poolside candlelit dinner at this romantic hotel
With the sea breeze gently blowing and a breathtaking sunset slowly sinking below the horizon, sharing a romantic candlelit dinner with your loved one by the private pool—what could be more perfect for a couple’s getaway? !?...
7-meter-tall giant Hello Kitty！New photo spot at Sanrio’s official store
The beloved Sanrio star Hello Kitty, adored by both kids and adults, has made her way to Asakusa, Tokyo！The brand-new Sanrio specialty store “Sanrio Gift Gate Asakusa” has just opened, featuring a 7-meter...
One more bridge to the sky +1！A broken-bridge scene that’s a hot IG check-in spot
Another bridge to the sky +1！A dramatic broken-bridge scene that looks like something out of a movie — a popular photo spot on IG feeds！...
Japan is classified as a Level 1 travel alert zone; four Chinese provinces are listed as Level 1 epidemic areas
Due to a recent increase in Japan of cases with unknown sources of infection, suggesting possible hidden community transmission, the Central Epidemic Command Center announced that starting today, the travel health notice level for Japan has been raised to Level 1 Watch...
Eye-catching Multi-colored Sticker Art Exhibition – Festive Spring Flowers Make for the Most Instagrammable Spots
Department stores often host various types of small exhibitions from time to time. This time, the “Qiu Da Xin Laboratory – Heartfelt Art Exhibition” at the New Taipei City Shin Kong Mitsukoshi in Tainan is located in the Micro Gallery on the B1 floor. The small, vibrantly colored space is...
Explosive Hair Pikachu Makes an Appearance: Must-See Highlights of the Taipei Lantern Festival Grand Parade
The 2020 Taipei Lantern Festival features two main exhibition areas—Nangang and Ximen—and the closing street parade event will take place at 4:30 PM on February 16, the final day of the festival, in Nangang under the theme “Spinning Through Taipei Grand Parade,” also...
Let’s eat this spot on the list: Must-try over-the-top nigiri sushi in Ximending for Korean travelers
The area around Ximen MRT Station is a bustling and trendy commercial district, packed with shops as well as cinemas, KTVs, and other venues. As one of the earlier developed areas, it also boasts many distinctive buildings that are popular tourist attractions for foreigners...
Blue Bottle Coffee is opening another store!* Japan’s first-ever concept pop-up shop will be around for just six months
A must-visit for Blue Bottle fans!* Japan’s first limited-time concept store has landed in Tokyo—but only for six months, so hurry on over!!...
The heavy rain has been rescheduled to the weekend along with high temperatures. Recent weather has been unstable, so pay extra attention to weather changes when going out.
A high-pressure system at 1014 hPa is located at 21 degrees north latitude and 132 degrees east longitude, in the sea area southeast of the Ryukyu Islands, with the center remaining nearly stationary. This week did not see the consecutive rainy days as forecasted by the weather bureau, mainly due to the stagnation of the frontal system, ...
Internationally Certified Slow City – So Relaxing！A One-Day Healing Micro-Trip in Miaoli
Miaoli is the only place in Taiwan certified as an international Slow City. Through the town’s slow living, slow food, and slow tourism, travelers can immerse themselves in the area’s rich local culture and natural scenery. Plan a holiday getaway to Miaoli...
Dreamy pink cherry blossoms blanket the mountainside—snap endless photos in shades of pink!
There's another secret cherry blossom spot perfect for stunning photoshoots—the Wanan Mountain Garden in Jianshi Township, Hsinchu. The explosion of pink blossoms across the mountains creates a breathtaking sea of pink, totally mesmerizing...
Häagen-Dazs Melts Hearts with Girlie Frozen Drink – A Sweet Treat You’ll Want to Snap
In the scorching summer heat where temperatures keep hitting new highs, Häagen-Dazs, the top-tier ice cream brand, has launched a dreamy new product – the Sweetheart Frozen Drink. It combines ice cream with cool frozen beverages and a variety of colorful desserts...
Have a blast in Yanping at the Tribal Butterfly Valley — a super fun one-day small-town adventure!
Yanping Township is located slightly west of central Taitung, boasting the simple charm of a mountain tribal area. It is predominantly inhabited by the Bunun people and consists of five villages, among which Hongye Village is the most well-known for its production of plums, sugar apples, and more. The recently established Bunun Tribal Leisure Farm has become...
Starbucks launches cherry blossom cups again—spring-themed limited edition releases ignite girlish hearts
Every year, Japan’s Starbucks cherry blossom series cups are beloved by fans and are popular items for overseas purchasing and as souvenirs. This year, Japan’s Starbucks has once again rolled out new and limited-edition designs, and the news has caused a stir online...
9-hectare romantic lupine sea | Admire flowers, sip fine tea, and enjoy a healing day trip
The annual lupine season has arrived, and the vast fields of lupines in the Bajia Tea Area of Miaoli have quietly blossomed. Strings of lupines adorned with shining golden bell-shaped blooms form a sprawling 9-hectare hidden gem of lupine seas—not only perfect for flower viewing...
Instagram-famous photo spot with magical vibes: A huge, dreamy glowing tree full of romance
An ultra-popular IG photo hotspot hidden within the lantern festival — a massive glowing tree symbolizing forest guardianship that’s incredibly romantic. It looks amazing both day and night. Bring your loved one for a stroll during the weekend to immerse yourselves in the beautiful ambiance created by the light and shadows...