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Caught Pikachu at a convenience store? 108 7-ELEVENs become Pokémon GO supply stations and gyms
Capitalizing on the ongoing Pokémon GO craze, 7-ELEVEN has launched a four-month collaborative support campaign with Pokémon GO starting July 26. ...
Wearing colored contact lenses won't get you through customs — 5 red flags at the border
Going through security and customs is an essential part of international travel, and standards vary from country to country. However, there are common and general benchmarks travelers can refer to. It’s a good idea to take note of the following key points...
Dreamy Rainbow Light Wall: World’s First Airport Terminal Named After an LGBT Political Leader
In the movie "Milk," Sean Penn plays American gay rights activist Harvey Milk as he fights for survival, and to honor his achievements in advancing LGBT rights, San Francisco...
Parasite hits box office milestone of 100 million; don’t miss Taiwan’s nostalgic old-style cake
The South Korean film Parasite, which premiered in Taiwan on June 28, surpassed 100 million in box office revenue in less than a month. Aside from widespread praise and acclaim, the film twice mentions Taiwan’s nostalgic old-style cake, which is also worth knowing about. ...
Asia's largest cardboard maze in Taiwan – 22-meter jungle paper walls for free photos
Summer vacationers have a new destination to explore. The Paper Industry Association has built a giant cardboard maze in the Taipei Railway Station lobby, hosting the "Cardboard Battle – Jungle Maze" event. It not only creates Asia’s largest fun-filled paper maze but also offers a completely free on-site experience...
Bumpy roads go viral too: Top 3 wave-like roads every photography lover must chase
Recently, a wave-like road appeared in Keelung, so popular that you can see many photography enthusiasts gathering on the street with their big lenses. An ordinary street has become the latest hotspot for photos. And Taiwan has quite a few...
Typhoon Nari Forms as Typhoon No. 6; Travelers to Japan Should Stay Alert
Tropical Depression No. 11 has intensified into Typhoon No. 6 Nari (international name: NARI), with its path heading toward Japan. Travelers planning to visit Japan in the coming days should pay special attention to weather conditions and flight operations. ...
A dreamy stay that every creative soul must experience: ultra-stylish hotel that’ll have your camera clicking non-stop
This ultra-stylish, dream-grade accommodation boasts a modern design and a variety of classic furnishings that are guaranteed to make your camera work overtime—this is a must-visit boutique hotel for all travel-loving creatives. ...
Cute Rody invades Taipei! The world's only jumping horse-themed restaurant has opened—Up!
Little D, who loves this kind of themed restaurant, booked a table at this spot—'(Jumping Horse) Caffè Rody Themed Restaurant'—a while back. Because she had something to do during the day, she directly reserved a table for the evening to dine with friends. The jumping horse originated in Italy in 1984, and the cultural creative team behind this restaurant is the same as that of the Hello Kitty hot pot restaurant, so she had some expectations going in!
Step into The Hunger Games and Twilight Saga worlds: VR brings six fantasy films to life
Asia’s first indoor movie-themed interactive experience park, Lionsgate Entertainment World, opened on July 31 in Hengqin, Zhuhai, China this summer. It recreates six globally popular Hollywood film franchises, including The Hunger Games...
Foreign tourists swarm to shop for face masks in Taiwan—Watsons reveals the top 10 best-selling face masks
Not only are Japanese and Korean cosmetics popular, but Taiwanese face masks are also must-buy, hot resale items for overseas tourists visiting Taiwan. Recently, Watsons compiled a list of the top 10 best-selling face masks, giving a glimpse into which ones foreign tourists love most...
Hidden Gem Café Becomes New IG Hotspot – Super Instagrammable Airy European Glass House
This hidden gem café in Tamsui, Binma Area 134, has been loved by many netizens since its completion in May for its airy European-style decor, especially as it’s located near the popular cherry blossom viewing spot...
No need to fly to Japan—the Sendai Tanabata Festival comes to Taiwan for photo ops!
Japan’s various summer festivals are enviable, but Breeze Taipei Atré lets you experience the festive spirit without flying abroad. During its second Summer Carnival event, it specially invited the "Yo-kai Watch?Song Family"...
Racing fans, unite！ Collect points to get gifts from 8 Le Mans teams
Attention racing fans！ 7-ELEVEN has launched the "8 Le Mans Teams Points Battle" campaign starting February 12...
Must-visit summer cooling spots: Six trails perfect for getting close to water
Taipei City is surrounded by mountains on three sides, making it ideal for a refreshing mountain-and-water trip. Step into the cool forest, listen to the gurgling streams as you walk along, and even dip your feet into the creek to feel the coolness of the flowing water...
GoodStay Celebrates Father’s Day – Spoil Dad with Delicious Food
For Father’s Day 2019, Taoyuan’s Golden GoodStay has compiled the special offers from major hotels this Father’s Day. Various establishments have launched promotional packages, featuring five-star gourmet meals and banquet spreads to reward dads for their hard work, while also allowing families to enjoy quality time together over delicious food...
Catering to Every Gourmet’s Taste — Jumbo Seafood Brings Its Iconic Live Crab Dishes to Taiwan
The renowned restaurant "Jumbo Seafood," ranked first among the Singapore Tourism Board's top 10 seafood restaurants, has made its debut in Taiwan. Its first local outlet will officially open on December 16th at the 3rd floor of A8, Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Xinyi New World. In addition to its signature chili and black pepper crabs, Jumbo Seafood is also introducing seven other crab dishes along with ten famous Singaporean dishes, allowing everyone to enjoy these flavors without traveling to Singapore.
Breathtaking sunset clouds paint the skyline red — three rare photo spots you have to chance upon
Recent drastic weather changes have led to frequent typhoon formations near Taiwan, resulting in the spectacular sight of fiery sunset clouds dyeing the horizon. Three scenic photo spots, combined with these climatic shifts, offer the perfect chance to capture the beauty of these clouds. ...
The Ultimate Healing Forests: Six Must-Visit Spots for Total Relaxation
Taiwan not only boasts the unique landscape of being surrounded by sea on all sides, but also has a wealth of mountain ranges in its central region that hide forest sanctuaries akin to fairylands. In the mountainous areas of eastern Taoyuan, there is the largest forest recreation area in northern Taiwan, as well as majestic sacred tree groves...
Discover the hidden gems of mountains and lakes in Xindian for a fun-filled day trip!
Not far from downtown Taipei, Xindian boasts stunning lake-and-mountain scenery. Its ethereal waterfall hideaway is perfect for weekend outings, and the dreamy valley with an otherworldly vibe is ideal for a family day trip.