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Explore Fengshan at Arts and Culture Park – a fun-filled day trip in this charming town
Fengshan is located southwest of Kaohsiung, with over 200 years of history as a city. Whether you’re exploring historical sites and old streets or experiencing everyday life in food, clothing, housing, and transportation, its status as a historic cultural town remains unshakable. Bring your family to explore Fengshan this weekend!
Taiwanese hotel group makes history: GLAM Restaurant at Yunlang Venice Hotel awarded one Michelin star
The Taipei Michelin Guide is set to be released in March 2018, but Taiwan’s Yunlang Tourism Group has already made headlines by earning its first Michelin star — the GLAM Restaurant at its Italian property, GLAM at Acquario Romano, has been awarded one star in the newly released Michelin Guide Italia. This marks the first time a Taiwanese hotel group has received a Michelin one-star rating.
Make the most of the warm sunshine and good weather ahead of next week’s front bringing a temperature drop
On the morning of the 15th, due to mid-to-high level moisture moving through, cloud cover will increase over central and northern Taiwan as well as Yilan and Hualien, with scattered brief showers in the northern region; after daytime, this moisture gradually moves away, cloud cover decreases, and the weather across the island is mostly cloudy to sunny...
Wear a mask and get extra rewards!Pork cutlet and steak join forces to offer discounts
Ginzan Apricot Japanese Pork Cutlet is celebrating its seventh anniversary this year and was once ranked No. 1 in the pork cutlet battle by Web Temperature. From April 15 to May 17, it has specially teamed up with “Kyoto Shogo,” also from Japan and known as Japan’s No. 1 steak, ...
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[Movies to Watch]This Week’s New Releases!Fighting Enemies Like Fighting a Pandemic? Humanity in Crisis Again in an Apocalyptic Battle
This week’s new releases include *Apocalypse: Rise of the Undead*, another classic sci-fi disaster blockbuster following *Independence Day*, where alien invaders threaten the world, putting humanity on the brink—and they fight back with everything they’ve got. Also, the 4K restored version of *The Legend of 1900*, which swept 21 awards and returns after 21 years. Get ready for your post-work or weekend movie fix!In line with epidemic prevention measures, those with fever or respiratory symptoms are advised to avoid public venues. When purchasing movie tickets and watching films in theaters, please wear a mask throughout. For indoor activities, a social distance of 1.5 meters is recommended.
No new domestic COVID-19 cases in a long time!Minister Chen Shih-chung wears a pink mask to encourage a young boy
No new confirmed domestic COVID-19 cases today. On the 13th, 1,345 new reports related to novel coronavirus pneumonia were added. So far, the cumulative total is 48,549 cases (including 44,890 cases ruled out), of which 393 are confirmed...
Have an amazing time on Coastal Boulevard in Changbin (Longbin)! A one-day small-town adventure is incredibly fun.
Located at the northeastern tip of Taiwan, Changbin boasts countless stunning natural landscapes that are truly breathtaking. Its gorgeous blue coastline and starry skies free from light pollution are especially beloved by travelers. Spend a weekend with your family in Changbin—highly recommended!
Fear not the pandemic – Tsutaya Books expands to southern Taiwan with a new store in a premium department store
Following the opening of Taiwan’s largest TSUTAYA BOOKSTORE at CITYLINK Nangang, the sixth branch, located on the 1st and 2nd floors of Kaohsiung’s Dairei Department Store, will also open soon. This expansion...
Must-Know World-Class Scenery for Taiwanese People: Stunning Fantasy Photos at Mysterious Rock Formations
Hidden among the coast, this so-called world-class scenic wonder is a natural attraction that every Taiwanese should know. Travelers can not only enjoy the beautiful coastal views here but also take stunning fantasy photos. ...
A massive sunflower sea is blooming for free viewing – 4 hectares of explosive floral splendor
The radiant sunflower sea can warm hearts and bring a healing feeling. Located in Guye Village, Xinying District, Tainan, there is a vast golden sea of blooming flowers. Before the Lunar New Year, four phases of flower fields were planned here, with sunflowers, cosmos...
5 new domestic COVID-19 cases confirmed in China, 4 were passengers on the cruise ship Coral Princess
On April 13, the Department of Disease Control under the Ministry of Health and Welfare announced 5 new domestic COVID-19 (Wuhan pneumonia) cases, all imported from abroad — 3 women and 2 men, aged between their 50s and 60s. Among them, 4 were passengers on the Coral...
Top 10 Must-Shoot Spots on IG - March Edition
The March edition of HowToTrip's IG Top 10 Must-Shoot Spots selects the most stunning shots tagged with HowToTrip from Instagram, featuring ten categories including food, flower fields, portraits, nature, couples, groups, architecture, street scenes, night views, and composition...
Buy one get one free at Starbucks! Enjoy four days of discounted coffee
Starbucks is launching its Starry Friends Sharing Day event on four days—April 13, 14, and April 27, 28—from 16:00 to 20:00. Just purchase two drinks of the same size, flavor,...
3 new domestic confirmed cases reported in China. Email released to counter WHO claim that Taiwan didn’t warn of human transmission
The Central Epidemic Command Center (CECC) announced on April 10 that there were 3 new domestic cases, bringing the total to 385, all of which are imported. One more death was reported, raising the total to 6. Minister Chen Shih-chung also released an email proving that Taiwan had already warned about the human-to-human transmission risk of COVID-19...
Hello Kitty, Mickey Mouse, and more are here too – a childhood wonderland of Pooh-themed art at this charming photo spot!
Revitalized painted villages can be found all over Taiwan. The Winnie the Pooh Painted Village in Xiaying District, Tainan, as its name suggests, is a painted village themed around Winnie the Pooh. Its color palette draws inspiration from the hues of the beloved bear, transforming a simple and tranquil...
Explore Garden Lake Views and Have Fun in Fangyuan: A Super Fun One-Day Town Stroll
Fangyuan is located in the northern part of Miaoli and is one of the two major towns in the Zhunan alluvial plain. With fertile land and thriving agriculture and industry, it is also home to Yonghe Mountain Reservoir—the first natural reservoir in Taiwan without sluice gates or water barriers. Set aside some time to bring your family...
More jacaranda blooms added on top of the cherry blossoms this spring season – an endless sea of pink flowers full of romance
The vibrant and gorgeous jacaranda flowers are in full bloom across southern Taiwan. Their large peach-pink and white blossoms, much bigger than cherry blossoms, are no less stunning when in full flower and even more fragrant. Popular jacaranda viewing spots in Tainan, such as the Yushan Baoguang Sanctuary, and near Fuan Elementary School in Kaohsiung...
3 new domestic confirmed cases reported in China today; vigilance still needed as 1 local case emerges
The Central Epidemic Command Center announced on April 12 that there were 3 new COVID-19 (formerly known as Wuhan pneumonia) cases (Cases 386 to 388) in Taiwan, bringing the total to 388 cases, including 2 imported ones. Although the number of daily cases...
Temperatures Take a Plunge: K Counties/Cities Issue Cold Wave Alerts
Due to the influence of a strong continental cold air mass and radiative cooling, temperatures will drop significantly late Saturday night. From Sunday evening on the 12th to Tuesday early morning on the 14th, areas north of central Taiwan and the northeastern region will experience notably low temperatures, with a chance of sub-10°C readings...
3 new domestic confirmed cases reported in China ! An email proves Taiwan had informed WHO of human-to-human transmission
The Central Epidemic Command Center announced on April 10 that there were 3 new domestic cases, bringing the total to 385, all of which were imported. One more death was reported, bringing the total to 6. Minister Chen Shih-chung also released an email proving that Taiwan had already warned about the risk of "human-to-human" transmission of the Wuhan...