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New Couples Tie the Knot in Thai Style on Koh Samui with Full Wedding Expenses Covered for the Day
Following last year’s well-received Chiang Mai wedding event, the Tourism Authority of Thailand is once again offering 50 spots this year to invite couples to hold beach weddings on Koh Samui. The wedding will take place on February 24, in collaboration with several travel agencies such as Shih Hsing, Lion Travel, and Southeast Travel, presenting a 5-day, 4-night itinerary that includes a traditional Thai wedding on Koh Samui. All attire, ceremony activities, and meals on the wedding day are free, but participants need to cover the travel agency package costs, which range from approximately NT$28,000 to NT$34,000.
The Asian Debutante Ball selects Shanghai—The Bund becomes the first step into high society
Shanghai’s Bund, once the bustling International Settlement, has regained its vibrancy. The booming service industry here has attracted renowned Taiwanese businesses to open one luxurious restaurant and nightclub after another. When asked where the most expensive nightclub in Shanghai is...
Benefiting Backpackers: Seoul Offers Free Experiences and Wi-Fi Services
The Seoul branch of the Korea Tourism Organization, located on the B1 level of Cheonggyecheon-ro in Jung-gu, operates a Tourist Information Center (TIC) that regularly hosts cultural experience events each year, allowing visitors to Korea to enjoy local traditional culture for free. This year...
Spring Festival Travel Series Report (5) / Alternative Routes & Real-Time Traffic: Use Tools to Stay Updated on National Freeway Information
Just two days away from the nine-day Lunar New Year holiday, national freeways will see a surge in traffic. To encourage the dispersal of peak-hour traffic, tolls on national freeways will be waived from 0:00 to 7:00 from January 21 to January 29. To alleviate the annual congestion at the Hsuehshan Tunnel, those who take intercity buses or use Alternative Route Provincial Highway 9 on January 25 to 27 may have a chance to win a tablet and a NT$5,000 gift voucher. Additionally, smartphone users can make good use of the “Highway 1968” app or visit 168.thb.gov.tw/m to check the latest traffic conditions.
4-Day, 3-Night Adventure Trip to Aomori, Japan – Bloggers Wanted for Free Trip
The snow-covered silver-white world is a rare sight in Taiwan and one that many long to experience. Now, there’s a chance to immerse yourself in it. Aomori Prefecture, located at the northernmost tip of Japan’s Honshu Island, is publicly recruiting bloggers to visit the area. Starting today...
Northern Thailand’s Rose – A 3-Day Ancient Sites Tour of Chiang Mai
In Thai, Chiang Mai originally meant “new city” and was historically known as the Northern Rose. It is arguably the most important city in northern Thailand and was also one of the four great dynasties of Thai history. Surrounded by mountains on three sides, the city in its early days...
Northern, Central, and Changhua’s Dragon Year Main Lights Compete for Attention – Kaohsiung Hosts the Only Waterfront Lantern Festival
Welcoming the Year of the Dragon, lantern festivals across Taiwan are going all out in competition. In addition to the grand Taiwan Lantern Festival held in Lukang, Changhua, Taipei and Taichung have also unveiled unique main lights integrating technology, while Kaohsiung is hosting a waterfront lantern festival, inviting the public to celebrate together...
SOLD OUT IMMEDIATELY UPON LAUNCH: Sandwich Ice Cream Becomes a Viral Snack at Convenience Stores
7-Eleven’s ice cream section often has surprises. The Yamadamura I Sandwich Ice Cream, which many netizens have been enthusiastically sharing on Instagram, comes in two flavors: strawberry and taro. It sells out quickly once it hits the shelves, so if you want to try it, you’ll need patience...
Hullett House begins to launch the “Treasures of Hong Kong Cuisine”
To celebrate that St. George, the premium restaurant at Hullett House in Hong Kong, was selected as one of Asia’s top restaurants in the 《2012 Michelin Guide Hong Kong & Macau》 and awarded a Michelin star...
Japan’s Winter Festivals Are in Full Swing: Ice Bath on the Lake & Snow Huts to Ring in the New Year
The silver-white world of harsh winter and the dazzling snowy landscapes are beautiful sights of Japan’s winter season. Around this time, the annual winter festivals and snow activities held in various regions are in full swing, attracting visitors to come and experience them. In addition to the famous Sapporo Snow Festival...
France’s Top Luxury Resort in Bordeaux～Grand Hotel de Bordeaux & Spa
The historic Grand Hotel de Bordeaux & Spa is located in the heart of Bordeaux, the world capital of wine, on Place de la...
Lu Guangzhong reads aloud on High-Speed Rail train 2/2 Visit book fair free with ticket stub
To promote a culture of reading among the public, this year a special "High-Speed Rail Reading Train" has been arranged, inviting 130 teachers and students from elementary schools in remote areas of Pingtung to take the high-speed rail on February 2 to visit the "Taipei International Book Fair." The spokesperson for this year's book fair, singer Lu Guangzhong, will also read the classic literary work "The Old Man and the Sea" aloud on the high-speed rail train for the schoolchildren, sharing the joy and inspiration of reading.
Enjoy Cherry Blossoms Without Flying to Japan – Encounter the Romantic Blossom Season at Daban Gen
Want to admire the breathtaking sight of romantic cherry blossoms in full bloom? You can actually see them right here in Taiwan. Recently, the Daban Gen area in Sanxia has been buzzing with the excitement of the cherry blossom season, featuring vibrant pale pink Taiwan cherry blossoms, delicate and graceful Somei Yoshino cherries, and ethereal Japanese cherry blossoms gradually...
Taiwan Museum Railway Photo Exhibition Revives Historical Traces of the 1970s
From now until April 15, the National Taiwan Museum in 228 Peace Park is hosting the "Railway Impressions: 1970s" photo exhibition, featuring over 60 precious images provided by photographers Huang Shumin and Loren Aandahl...
Jeju Wildfire Festival in South Korea: Setting Mountains Ablaze for a Bountiful Harvest
The 15th day of the first lunar month is when the Chinese celebrate the Lantern Festival, but in Jeju, South Korea, there’s the Wildfire Festival. This traditional event carries meanings of praying for peace, health, and a good harvest. Now in its 15th year, this year’s...
KK’s strawberry-flavored donuts infused with sakura—seasonal strawberry pink treats that are as delicious as they are photogenic
As fresh greenery sprouts and blossoms begin to bloom, now is the perfect time for spring outings, flower viewing, and strawberry picking. Krispy Kreme has captured the essence of the season’s strawberries in a dreamy, delicious way by incorporating them into their donuts. From March...
A Leisurely 2-Day Trip to Geneva, the French-Speaking Hub of Switzerland
Located in southwestern Switzerland, Geneva stands apart from German-speaking Zurich both geographically and culturally. It is not only the second-largest city in Switzerland but also a key hub of the country’s French-speaking region. Although the urban area of Geneva is relatively compact...
Collect Hello Kitty livery flight destinations and take home your exclusive gold foil boarding pass
Hello Kitty fans, rejoice！From today (February 1, 2012) until January 31, 2013, collect all six flight destinations of EVA Air’s Hello Kitty livery planes...
The Fengyuan Art Week kicks off on the 3rd, featuring two-story-tall lanterns with a traditional Chinese flair
In addition to the Central Taiwan Lantern Festival being held at Taichung’s Chungshan Park, the Fengyuan District Office’s Cultural and Arts Plaza will host an Art Week event from February 3 to February 8. The event will showcase “Dragons Shining Across the World,” a collection of traditional Chinese ink painting lanterns created by nearly 30 artists...
The “Flying Dragon in the Clouds” debuts today at the Taichung Lantern Festival, while the “Jadeite Cabbage” makes a stunning appearance
The Central Taiwan Lantern Festival kicks off today at the Wenxin Forest Park in Taichung City, featuring a spectacular 12-day event where visitors can admire the longest main lantern in the history of Taiwan’s Lantern Festivals — the “Flying Dragon in the Clouds.” Enhanced with light and sound effects and an electric...