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Louvre Teams Up with VR Mona Lisa; Four Highlights at the Southern Palace Carnival
This year, the Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum has once again surpassed one million visitors, and is launching four major events at the end of the year. On December 17th, there’s the “Southern Palace Fantasy Carnival: 21st Century Museums Special Exhibition” featuring an international-level VR launch; on the 21st, the “Fantasy Palace – Southern Palace Carnival” Music & Lifestyle Market will be held; on the 25th, the annual major exhibition “The Emperor’s Treasure Boxes Special Exhibition” opens; and on the 28th, the dazzling lantern festival “Southern Palace Wonderland” will be the grand finale.
Taiwan’s Shangri-La – a must-visit valley hidden gem and sky tribe!
Nestled in a valley, this sky tribe is known as Taiwan’s Shangri-La — a secret Atayal paradise surrounded by mountains. It not only boasts an authentic and rich Atayal cultural vibe but also offers breathtaking natural scenery, making it one of the must-visit hidden gems in Taiwan for travelers...
The railway bathed in crimson leaves offers a healing view of stunning beauty—escape to the mountain wilderness for instant stress relief.
As winter approaches, Alishan gradually turns cooler. Due to the widening day-night temperature difference, the maple trees on Alishan have slowly donned their vibrant red coats. The crimson foliage, paired with the scenic railway of the Alishan Forest Railway, creates a breathtakingly soothing sight that travelers...
Stay at a premium hotel for just 106 RMB—huge savings with these 2 digits on your ID!
Right after the two major shopping discount events—Double 11 and Black Friday—comes Double 12. Not only are major malls rolling out discount promotions, but now hotels are joining in with incredibly generous deals!
Visit all Christmas attractions for just 399 – easily capture stunning light displays
Before we know it, it’s time once again for our monthly Rita & Sara travel adventure. When December rolls around, the most exciting thing for us is Christmas. This time, we’re taking you to explore a place where each person only pays 399 to visit all the must-see and must-photo Christmas attractions of the year, snap dazzling, dreamy photos, and soak in the romantic Christmas atmosphere together.
Stunning Seven-Colored Light Art Installations: Nine Breathtaking Nighttime Scenic Spots in the Natural Mountains
The first large-scale art event in Longqi District, Tainan—2019 Longqi Light Festival – Empty Mountain Festival—officially opened on December 21 and ran until February 2, 2020 (closed for exhibition on January 11, 2020)....
New Year's Day Sunrise Train Tickets on Sale at Alishan Forest Railway – Witness the Stunning Scenery on the Zhushan Line in 2020
As New Year’s Day approaches, many travelers head to the mountains to welcome the first sunrise of 2020. This year, to accommodate visitors flocking to Alishan National Scenic Area to catch the sunrise...
Unmanned Convenience Stores Head South: X-STORE 3 Smart Innovation Service Becomes a Hot Check-in Spot
Only 7-Eleven can surpass 7-Eleven itself. 7-ELEVEN has combined X-STORE and Big7 to create the diverse and innovative “X-STORE 3,” which will make its debut in Kaohsiung. It showcases how smart technology is revolutionizing store operations...
Let’s dig in with HowToTrip Travel Editor！The super-delicious traditional cold noodles on Mengjia Boulevard
Located on Wanhua’s Mengjia Boulevard, formerly a railway track of the Taiwan Railways’ West Coast Line, this thoroughfare has now been transformed into an important transportation route connecting Taipei and Banqiao in New Taipei after the railway was moved underground. Today, we’re taking you and our travel editor to try out this super-delicious traditional cold noodle spot right by Mengjia Boulevard...
The Ueda-style photography that fascinated Chen Qizhen and Fukuyama Masaharu – A retrospective exhibition commemorating the 20th anniversary of Ueda Shoji’s passing
Highly recommended by Chen Qizhen and the photography mentor of Fukuyama Masaharu, a retrospective exhibition marking the 20th anniversary of the late Japanese photographer Ueda Shoji is being held in Taipei as its final Asian stop. Just like the coolness or warmth you feel when your foot touches a sand dune, the works of the Japanese photography master Ueda Shoji offer viewers a comforting and healing photographic warmth.
The Green Path Boasts a Stunning View of Miscanthus Grasslands – A Hidden Natural Oasis in the City
A hidden natural oasis in the city allows travelers to stroll along a wooden-sleeper path surrounded by lush greenery, enjoying an abundance of phytoncides along the way. The trail is lined with many miscanthus plants, and the expansive views from the mountaintop, together with the vast sea of miscanthus grass, are a breathtaking sight not to be missed...
【Movie Time】This Week’s New Releases: Oscar-Winning Actress vs. Magneto in a Master of Lies
This week’s new releases include The Good Liar, starring Oscar-winning actress Helen Mirren and Ian McKellen in a battle of wits, featuring completely unpredictable plot twists; and The Aeronauts, based on a true story, starring Golden Globe winner Eddie Redmayne and...
Have fun at Shanshui Farm in Yuanshan Town, Yilan!
Yuanshan Township is located in the northwest of Yilan and is the area where Yilan primarily combines agriculture with tourism. It boasts numerous orchards and farms, features rich and rugged terrain, and has many unique homestays, making it an ideal destination for travelers to relax. ...
Dreamy Light Corridor for an Epic Christmas Photo Op: Nine Themed Light Displays Bursting with Romance
Christmas light displays are lighting up various parts of Taiwan, creating a festive atmosphere that’s simply enchanting. With the 2020 Taiwan Lantern Festival just around the corner, the “Shihkang Shishui?xi Huayang Art Festival” in Taichung presents “A Blossoming Water Town, Shining Shihkang”...
The little yellow duck is back！11 super cute giant animals to snap photos with
Remember the adorable little yellow duck that caused a huge craze back then? After touring Taiwan and various parts of the world, the little yellow duck is making a comeback now！I’ve Super-sized the Animals！Hoffman’s Healing Zoo will debut at Taipei Huashan...
A must-try dessert after meals for insiders!
Tucked away in Huaxi Street, this traditional dessert shop is a go-to treat for seasoned foodies after meals. The shop’s signature Shaomajia has been delighting diners for nearly sixty years. On a cold winter day, a warm bowl of Shaomajia is the ultimate comfort. ...
The dreamy mountain lake feels like a foreign land—a healing and photogenic paradise that’s incredibly relaxing.
A gentle breeze skims across the lake surface, creating shimmering ripples, while the warm sun overhead drives away the winter chill, allowing travelers to unwind, let their minds wander, and soak in the full healing power of this enchanting landscape.
Christmas Light Ocean +1: Sparkling Heart-Shaped Magpie Bridge Offers Endless Photo Ops
As Christmas approaches, cities everywhere are bathed in festive cheer, adorned with seasonal holiday lights. The Ocean Plaza in Keelung has also lit up its Christmas light art installation, featuring a heart-shaped wishing bridge, LED Christmas trees, and more—offering travelers endless opportunities for stunning photos...
Gotokuji Temple in Tokyo: The Birthplace of Maneki-neko to Invite Good Luck
Gotokuji Temple in Tokyo: The Birthplace of Maneki-neko to Invite Good Luck
Buy One Get One Free at Starbucks on Christmas Shopping Party Day Only!
As Christmas draws near, the festive atmosphere grows stronger. On December 11, Starbucks launched a new limited-edition holiday beverage — the “Christmas Snowman Chocolate Latte.” Additionally, a Christmas Shopping Party event will be held on December 20…