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It's the perfect season for flower viewing and picnics—beautifully blooming neolitsea and spiranthes at Guandu Park
Spring has arrived, and everything is coming back to life. The plants in Guandu Nature Park are gradually donning their spring attire, vying in beauty and splendor, creating an absolutely stunning sight. Pink and purple flowers such as spiranthes, brunnera, and neolitsea are blooming one after another, officially heralding the arrival of spring.
A Tour of the Grand Mansion and Banyan Tree: Experience the High-End Luxury of Guilin’s Top Hotels
As travelers’ expectations for the quality of mainland China trips rise, “hotels” have become a key factor in evaluating travel itineraries. In the Guilin and Yangshuo areas, renowned for their picturesque landscapes, the two most talked-about luxury hotels recently are the Guilin Grand Mansion by the Peach Blossom River and the Yangshuo Banyan Tree, which offers a natural resort vibe.
A Must-Try for Foodies: Taipei’s Top 4 Popular Eel Rice Restaurants
What is the must-eat food in Japan during summer? Those well-versed in Japanese cuisine will surely know it’s eel rice. The Japanese believe that eel can help restore vitality. With the hot summer weather, eating eel replenishes energy and refreshes the spirit, which is why Japanese eel restaurants are always packed on the annual "Do you no ushi no hi" (Midsummer Day of the Ox). In Taipei, the four popular spots are Hizenya, Kenmochiya, Kyotoya, and Hamamatsuya.
Explore the stunning stalactites 36 meters underground in Guilin and see rhinos and squirrels running all over the place
Due to the influence of limestone geology, picturesque peak forests can be seen everywhere in Guilin. Each of these peak forests has its own unique shape, and when paired with Guilin’s winding and clear Li River, they form a distinctive landscape of mountains and waters. Hence the saying, “Guilin’s scenery is the best under heaven.” However, what truly amazes people about Guilin isn’t just the spectacular mountains and rivers on land — the hidden stalactite caves deep underground offer an even more profound experience that feels like stepping into “a whole other world.”
A Grand Collection of Japan’s Renowned Wagyu Brands – The Big Beef Expo to Satisfy All Meat Lovers
Meat lovers, especially beef enthusiasts, take note！The “Big Beef Expo,” featuring famous Japanese wagyu brands such as Iwate Nanbu, Kagoshima Black, Kobe beef, Sendai beef, and Miyazaki beef, will be held from April 25 to May 10 at Shinjuku Central Park in Tokyo. Admission is free, and each bowl of beef or yakiniku (grilled meat) costs just 1,000 yen.
Stars shine bright on the ground！Xinshe’s “Firefly-Watching Day Tour” kicks off on the 18th
April and May each year are the best seasons to watch fireflies in the Choutengkeng Leisure Agriculture Area. With its low light pollution and unpolluted, high-quality ecological environment, the area sees fireflies flitting through the night, their glowing lights twinkling alongside the stars. In collaboration with travel agencies, the Xinshe District Farmers’ Association in Taichung has launched the “2015 Peach and Plum City Firefly Fun,” combining firefly watching with activities such as peach picking. The event runs from April 18 to May 10.
Locally sourced organic ingredients take center stage as Pasadina’s four restaurants launch Earth-loving set menus
There’s only one Earth — let’s all love it together.
Popular Japanese Chef Visits Taiwan – Enjoy 7 French Desserts All at Once
From April 1 to April 30, the Han Lai Harbor all-brand restaurant series invites renowned next-generation Japanese pastry chef Teru Noguchi to co-present a French Pastry Festival. The event features acidulated small cakes learned by Chef Teru in Paris, along with a variety of sweet, authentic handmade French pastries. This spring, savor an abundance of seafood dishes alongside delightful Parisian-style desserts.
Explore the Homes of Fireflies in the Wild – Taichung Dakeng Firefly-Watching Event Kicks Off on the 18th
Firefly-watching events across Taiwan are kicking off one after another. Starting from the 18th, the Taichung Scenic Area Administration and the Taiwan Purple Crow Butterfly Conservation Association will host firefly-watching and summer butterfly-appreciation activities in the Dakeng Butterfly and Firefly Conservation Area—all completely free of charge. The public is invited to come and experience the day-and-night charm of nature.
Marianas “Best Job Ever” Finals: Spicy Teacher to Serve as One-Day General Manager
The Ultimate Internship Opportunity Comes to Taiwan for Recruitment!“Marianas Tourism Bureau: One-Week Intern” held its finals in Taipei today (15th), where 25-year-old teacher Lai Yini impressed the judges with her confident responses during the interview, securing the crucial votes that won her the chance to intern in the Marianas. She will serve as the one-day general manager of the Tinian Dynasty Hotel and receive an official certificate from the tourism bureau.
Results of Tamsui Heritage Museum's Celebrity Poll Announced: Chang Yu-sheng Ranks 2nd, Jay Chou 5th
The results of the "Tamsui Legends – Legendary Figures Poll" organized by New Taipei City’s Tamsui Heritage Museum were announced on the 15th. Among the 18 candidates, the most votes went to the famous Dr. George Leslie Mackay from Tamsui, followed by the late singer Chang Yu-sheng in second place, while former President Lee Teng-hui ranked sixth.
Eating premium Korean beef raw? It emits a faint sweetness that melts in your mouth
A friend went to Seoul on a group tour in January. In their free time, they visited Myeongdong and ate at Wangfei’s (a place I really had no interest in trying), then told me how Korean beef was just so-so and not tasty at all XD. To be honest, I hadn’t really had authentic Korean beef before either. Korean beef is graded, and only the truly high-grade stuff is amazingly delicious—definitely not inferior to Japanese wagyu (though the taste is quite different). Because of this, I seriously started digging online...
Spring is here, and the "cows" know it too — the painted cows at Yunlin County Cultural Center get a spring makeover
With the arrival of spring, the two painted cows in front of Yunlin County Cultural Center have also “gotten a spring makeover”! The Yunlin County Cultural Affairs Bureau invited teacher Liao Shunfu from Yu Zhengxin High School and renowned painter Huang Qinghui to paint the two cows. Their vibrant colors and flowing lines bring a lively spring vibe to the cultural center.
Double-decker buses to hit Taiwan's roads by year-end: Explore major attractions across northern, central, and southern Taiwan
Do you envy the iconic double-decker buses often seen in foreign movies? Compared to regular buses, they’re taller, offer better views, and somehow feel more vacation-like. In 2015, Taiwan is also introducing the Up double-decker bus. By the end of the year, Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung plan to launch sightseeing double-decker buses that will travel through major tourist spots in their respective regions, giving travelers a relaxing holiday experience.
Taichung Spring International Travel Fair – Great Deals Await: The LDC Group Launches Limited-Time Offers
The 2015 Taichung International Travel Fair will be held from April 25 to April 27 at the Taichung World Trade Center. This year, the LDC Group has integrated its five brands—Kansai Lucky Farm Eco-Resort, Leofoo Village Theme Park & Leofoo Water Park, Taipei Lucky Inn, and Lucky Residence—to offer value-packed accommodation vouchers and dining packages both on-site and online during the fair.
Gangnam in Seoul creates a "K-pop Star Zone" to satisfy fans' love for celebrities anytime
The affluent Gangnam District in Seoul has begun renovating Cheongdam-dong streets. The local government is developing a "K-pop Star Zone" and surrounding streets to rival the Hollywood Walk of Fame, aiming to attract international fans.
Open 24 hours non-stop — no need to wake up early for grilled toast
Nowadays, breakfast shops are embracing a retro trend, and grilled toast is all the rage. What if you’re craving it but can’t get out of bed? No worries — there’s a new hybrid eatery called “Fries” opening soon on Yanji Street in Taipei. It specializes in freshly blended fruit juices and grilled toast, and the best part is it operates 24 hours a day. So for those who can’t enjoy grilled toast for breakfast, how about having it as a late-night snack? Fries is set to open on April 18.
Ride the breeze with you: Taipei Riverside Parks offer free hand-crank bikes and balance bikes
To protect the rights of people with disabilities and others, ten Taipei riverside bike rental stations now provide free hand-crank bikes and balance bikes, allowing individuals with disabilities and children aged 2–5 to enjoy cycling and the pleasant spring breeze.
On sale at 00:00 tonight — AirAsia Taipei direct flights starting from just ₱01
To help the public learn more about AirAsia, the Group CEO of AirAsia Tony Fernandes is visiting Taiwan for the first time today. Tony Fernandes stated that this year, in addition to the already launched Taipei–Kota Kinabalu route, AirAsia will also launch new flights such as Kaohsiung–Kuala Lumpur starting next month. Additionally, starting April 17, a 48-hour special sale will be held, with Taipei direct flights to Kota Kinabalu available for just ₱01.
The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route is now open for the season！ Its 19-meter-high silver-white snow walls are absolutely spectacular.
Japan’s Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, known annually for its towering snow walls, officially announced its opening today (April 16). According to actual measurements, this year’s snow walls reach a height of 19 meters, surpassing last year’s 15 meters.