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100% Rural Tourism Across the Strait - Everyone in Hospitable Shandong Come Together
The "100% Rural Tourism Across the Strait" event jointly organized by Shandong and Taiwan will be launched this May. The Shandong Provincial Tourism Bureau has planned four major tour packages that combine high-end agriculture, historical sites, and local scenery, offering visitors an in-depth experience of Shandong’s ecology, history, and culture.
Visit Sanxia to experience heartwarming DIY animal-shaped soap
From now until the end of April, the New Taipei City Sanxia Museum is hosting an “Animal-Shaped Essential Oil Soap DIY” experience activity every Saturday and Sunday. In addition to making your own essential oil soap by hand, you can also casually learn about...
2012 Taiwan Lantern Festival Photo Contest – NT$500 Prize for Each Photo
In order to witness the grandest Taiwan Lantern Festival in 23 years together with the people of Taiwan and to preserve wonderful memories, Changhua County Government specially organized the “2012 Taiwan Lantern Festival in Changhua” photo contest. Any photographic work that was taken with a digital camera...
Cherry blossom viewing and hiking – Jeju is buzzing in March as tour buses kick off shuttle services
Jeju is the earliest place in South Korea where you can enjoy cherry blossoms, with the typical blooming period from late March to early April. In addition, local tour buses have been launched on the island starting in March, with routes passing through Jeju Starlight Park, Halla Ecological Forest, Siryeong Forest Road, Gyorye Intersection, Stone Culture Park, Suseok Nature Forest, Jeju Deer Eco Park, Jeju 4·3 Peace Park, Jeju National Museum, Dongmun Market, Gwandejeong Pavilion, Seomun Market, Dragon Head Rock, the Intercity Bus Terminal, Jeju City Hall, the International Ferry Terminal, the Coastal Ferry Terminal, and Jeju International Airport. The entire loop takes about 95 minutes, and a one-day pass costs 5,000 KRW (approximately NT$142), which can be used unlimited times on the same day. Independent travelers can plan their itineraries around the cherry blossom routes.
Best View Hotels: 10 Most Unique Scenic Hotels in Northern Taiwan (Part 2)
Continuing last week’s feature on scenic hotels, this week we’ll introduce more scenic hotels located in the suburbs of Taipei. Each boasts its own distinctive charm, making them well worth experiencing.
Exclusive for elites: Taiwan’s Sunlight Hot Spring Resort crafts meeting packages for businesses
Spring is an ideal time for corporate groups to travel, dine, and hold meetings. To show appreciation, Taiwan’s Sunlight Hot Spring Resort has launched an annual meeting promotion package featuring thoughtful half-day and full-day meeting options, allowing you to enjoy a relaxing and comfortable holiday vibe even while conducting business...
The 325 Art Festival: A Timeless Celebration Across Three Museums
The spring cultural feast “325 Art Festival” will make its timeless debut this Sunday (the 25th), with all three major museums—National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts (NTMoFA), National Palace Museum (NPM), and Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts (KMOFA)—rolling out related events. These include free admission, creative markets, cross-disciplinary performances, shopping perks...
Registration for the Paddling Ironman Begins – First-Ever Paddling + Running Two-Discipline Category
The nation’s only “Paddling Ironman Tourism Event” combining canoeing, running, and cycling is now accepting registrations until 11:59 PM on May 25. This year sees the debut of an individual two-discipline “Paddling + Running” category, which can solve...
AirAsia Big Sale – Tickets starting from just 240 RMB
AirAsia’s “Big Sale” promotion is back Up！It only lasts 5 days, from March 28 to April 1. Travelers can visit the AirAsia official website or use the AirAsia app on their smartphones...
Turtle Island and Penghu Islands Birdwatching Tours Open for Registration
To introduce the public to the seabirds of offshore islands, the Taipei Wild Bird Society has organized the “Turtle Island Seabird Flight Tour” on May 3, and the “Penghu Seagull Appreciation & Cultural-Natural Experience” from June 23 to 25. Registration is now open...
Win the most amazing travel experience – Take a cruise to Australia for 10 days, worth NT$800,000
Want a chance to win a free trip? The experiential travel business exchange event Luxperience is holding a “Most Amazing Travel Experience” photography competition, with a prize of a couple’s sea voyage. Winners will have the once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to...
Experience a Five-Star Journey – Beitou Lihxi Hot Spring Hotel’s Grand Spring Travel Fair Promotion
Having just been awarded the prestigious Five-Star Hotel rating, Beitou Lihxi Hot Spring Hotel is thrilled to share this joy. To celebrate, they have specially curated a series of seasonal deals...
Wudao Welcomes the City God — Palanquin Processions and Street Parades Join the Celebration
The largest temple fair event in Kinmen, the “2012 Kinmen Welcomes the City God — Wudao Religious Culture Tourism Season,” will be held from April 9 to May 6, featuring a series of activities. A total of 27 City God temples from across Taiwan will participate, along with an invitation to...
Japanese Living National Treasure Nakagawa Mamoru Makes His First Exhibition Debut in Taiwan
The Gold Museum in New Taipei City is currently hosting the "Japanese Living National Treasure – Nakagawa Mamoru Metalwork Exhibition" on the second floor of the Refinery Building exhibition space; Mr. Nakagawa Mamoru was recognized by the Japanese government as an "Important Intangible Cultural Property Preservationist" in 2004 for his "chisel inlay" technique, and in 2010, his works were acquired by the British Museum. For the first time, nine of his exquisite pieces are being exhibited in Taiwan, and art enthusiasts are encouraged to visit before May 13.
Non-stop flights from Amsterdam to Taipei cut travel time by 3.5 hours
TransNusa’s Amsterdam-Taipei direct route has launched, now offering one daily flight between Amsterdam and Taipei, reducing passengers' travel time by approximately 3.5 hours. ...
Children's Day on 4/4 – Free admission to all galleries at the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts
The National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts will offer free admission to all galleries from 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM on April 4th. The museum has also launched two activities for Children's Day 2012: the hall art installation "How Do We Know Spring Has Come?" and a "Special Edition Parent-Child Guided Tour & Creative Experience"…
Showcasing Thailand’s Highlights: Seven Magical Activities Continue Until April 1
To boost tourism, the Thai government has designated 2012 as the “Miracle Year of Amazing Thailand.” Yesterday (the 29th)...
The TOP 10 winners of the photography contest have been announced, and the new season of “Dream American Holidays” is now accepting photo submissions.
The American Institute in Taiwan (AIT) and the Taiwan Association for Tourism Promotion jointly launched a year-long campaign titled “My Dream American Holiday.” The third season’s online photography contest, themed “Landmarks and Attractions,” has concluded successfully, and the fourth season...
Encouraging cruise ships to Taiwan: Over 2,000 passengers earn a subsidy of NT$1.49 million
Although most foreign tourists currently enter Taiwan by air, given the growing trend of cruise tourism in the Asian market and Taiwan’s geography—surrounded by sea with numerous ports suitable for cruise ship docking—the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications announced at the world’s largest cruise exhibition, Cruise Shipping Miami, held in Florida on March 12, that cruise ships visiting Taiwan with 250 or more passengers can receive an incentive of USD 10 to 25 per passenger.
Ancient City Water Battle Brings Luck – Thailand’s Songkran Festival Kicks Off on April 6
The annual Thailand Songkran Festival, which attracts numerous tourists from around the world, will take place from April 6 to 28 in Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Ayutthaya, Sukhothai, and other locations. Global visitors are welcome to join in the celebrations of traditional Thai New Year joy. ...