Travel
Airlines' Spring Hong Kong Promotion: 3-Day 2-Night Trip with Taxes Included for Just ¥7,999
At the end of 2011, Taiwan and Hong Kong finally signed a new air rights agreement, increasing the number of weekly flights between the two regions from 170 to 205. Flights are now readily available from Taoyuan, Taichung, and Kaohsiung, all offering direct routes to Hong Kong. With ample seat availability, airlines...
Taichung “Meet The Sound of Music” Concert to Faithfully Recreate Film Songs on April 14
The globally beloved classic film *The Sound of Music*, with its iconic and widely sung melodies translated into numerous languages, has resonated around the world. This spring, Taiwan’s most authentic recreation of the film’s original soundtrack will be presented on April...
3/31 Join Hands to Support Earth Hour by Turning Off Lights
Relais & Châteaux properties and restaurants across Asia will join hands on March 31 to support the "Earth Hour 2012" lights-off campaign, and will present romantic candlelit dinners from 8:30 to...
Japanese "Kamen Rider" Takes the Stage, Calling on Travelers to Join a Volunteer Holiday of Sowing Seeds in Pure Land
As the first anniversary of the Great East Japan Earthquake approaches, the well-known Japanese NGO NGOEarth, in gratitude for the immediate support and heartfelt assistance from the people of Taiwan after the disaster, has specially...
Travel off-season to snag bargains: Big discounts in Australia, plenty of promotions in Hong Kong
It’s currently the low season for travel, making it a great time for those looking to save money. Especially in Northeast Asia and Canada, where cherry blossom season begins in late March. The euro is weakening, so traveling and shopping in Europe are both great deals. In the Southern Hemisphere...
Rock on with the agnès b. FOR AIGLE Classic Rubber Boots
In the lingering rainy days of spring, the La Niña phenomenon brings unpredictable weather—sunny one moment, rainy the next. You dress up carefully before heading out, only to be troubled by a sudden downpour and unsure which shoes to wear. The most stylish traveler, AIGLE, has collaborated this spring and summer across fashion and...
The northward migration of monarch butterflies is arduous — a 100-kilometer journey taking a month
This spring, a small blue-spotted crow butterfly with the wing code JS204 was discovered on [□] Tou Mountain in Dongshan, Tainan. This butterfly had set off from 100 kilometers away in Chunshe Township, Pingtung County, traversing mountains and valleys before appearing in the Siraya National Scenic Area...
Savor delicious food and soak in hot springs – Great deals for cardholders at Guanxiang Century in Jiaoxi
Surrounded by the sound of flowing water, immerse yourself under the vast blue sky and white clouds, and enjoy an outdoor open-air spa carefree—soothe your tired body and mind with a relaxing hot spring bath. The premium natural hot spring source at Guanxiang Century Hot Spring Hotel in Jiaoxi...
Share your Japan travel photos for a chance to win an EVA Air flight + hotel package
In conjunction with EVA Holidays’ recently launched e-Prince icon, EVA Air is calling on netizens to share their travel photo stories. From now until May 14, simply upload your most memorable photo from your trip to Japan along with a caption...
The Taiwan Cycling Road Race kicks off on Saturday, with riders racing to sample local delicacies before the event
After more than 30 years of effort, the 2012 International Taiwan Cycling Road Race was rated by the Union Cycliste Internationale (UCI) as superior to those in Japan and South Korea, upgrading it to a 2.1-level race alongside events in Italy, France, ...
Disney musical comes to Changhua; ticket presale opens on 3/9
"Disney on Ice ~ Mickey's Music Festival" will be performed six times at the Changhua County Stadium on June 2 and 3 (Saturday and Sunday). The Changhua County Government has also made ticket prices more affordable, with the second-floor stand area priced at NT$500...
Naked Dragon Fire Ritual at Kaohsiung Lantern Festival Sends Prayers to Heaven
During the Spring Festival Kaohsiung Lantern Festival, the "Prayer Naked Dragon," which attracted nearly 20,000 people to attach prayer cards, was set ablaze and ascended to heaven yesterday (the 12th) under the blessings and protection of deities and divine soldiers from the Zizhu Temple in Neimen. Huang Bi..., the general affairs officer of Zizhu Temple in Neimen...
Speak of dreams in the heartland — Council of Agriculture gives out Taiwan’s finest gifts
More and more people are choosing to embrace rural life, learning to converse with the land and seeking peace of mind; or viewing Taiwanese agriculture from a humanistic and ecological perspective, and coexisting with nature. The Council of Agriculture is using the “Heartfelt Fields...New Dreams” questionnaire to understand the public's values regarding Taiwanese agriculture and their thoughts on engaging in farming. From now until March 20th, simply fill out the “Heartfelt Fields．New Dreams” activity questionnaire online to receive a carefully selected agricultural gift pack.
Free admission to the North American Gallery on 3/25 — sign up now for painting creation activities
To celebrate the 2012 Arts Festival, the North American Gallery will offer free admission to its exhibitions all day on March 25 (Sunday), the festival day. The main event, “Messages of Spring at Treetops,” will also take place in the afternoon in the Gallery’s lobby, featuring large-scale group-based...
Explore Malaysia in Taipei – Adventure, Prizes & Flight Draws at Xinyi Vidol Square
To allow Taipei residents to experience Malaysia’s diverse attractions and traditional culture all in one go, Tourism Malaysia will host events on March 17 (Sat) and March 18 (Sun) at the pedestrian zone of Xinyi Vidol Square in Taipei...
Relaxation X Travel: Soaking and SPA Around the World
Besides the common hot spring soaking in Taiwan life, do you know how people around the world enjoy the pleasure of bathing? And what exactly are the practices behind saunas, SPAs, massages, Turkish baths...? With so many names, what do they actually involve? Aside from using bathing to relax the body and mind, SPAs and massages are also essential ways. Let’s take a look at how people around the world enjoy this great pleasure in life!
Top 10 Tourism Towns Voting: Sanyi Wins First Place with Over 460,000 Votes
The Taiwan Top 10 Tourism Towns selection, organized by the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications, ran from January 21 to March 9 at noon in 101 (2012), and after more than a month of voting, based on data as of the March 9 noon deadline...
Sweet Moments, Sweet Love – White Day Wishes for 1314
After celebrating Valentine’s Day, don’t forget there’s another special day just around the corner – White Day！ It’s said that if a boy also has feelings for a girl, he can give her a small gift on March 14 to show that your hearts are in sync and your bond will grow even sweeter...
Simple Shots, Perfect Emotions – Sony Unveils Eight New HandyCam Models
When traveling, having a HandyCam digital camcorder with projection capabilities allows you to instantly share every beautiful moment with friends. Sony has upgraded the features of eight new models, including the all-new PJ projection series...