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Disney Mickey & Minnie Cherry Blossom Cups & Winnie the Pooh Plushies Available Through Convenience Store Point Collection
Convenience store point collection campaigns are increasingly combining with premium brand products for marketing, and pairing with popular cartoon characters is a surefire way to attract attention. The “Cherry Blossom Season Premium Collection” collaboration between Disney characters Mickey & Minnie and THERMOS offers...
Eason Chan's Sea-Land Tour Concert Kicks Off at Resorts World Manila
Asian singer Eason Chan is about to embark on a six-leg sea-land concert tour, allowing travelers to enjoy live performances by the renowned artist while on the move. The first concert will take place on April 30 at "Resorts World Manila," followed by June...
Villagers in southern Thailand form a "crab bank" to give back to the ocean
You’ve heard of loan banks, umbilical cord blood banks... but in Thailand, there’s something called a “crab bank”! However, this isn’t a place where you deposit crabs to withdraw more later. Instead, it’s an initiative voluntarily launched by villagers from Krangpao village in Nakhon Si Thammarat Province...
Kauai Horseback Riding & Off-Road Combo: Experience Movie Scenes from "The Descendants"
Kauai in Hawaii is renowned for its stunning canyon landscapes and breathtaking coastal scenery, frequently chosen as a filming location for famous movies. This year’s award-winning blockbuster "The Descendants" was shot here. ...
Access to Fort Xiongzhen Beimen Unlocked – Top Spot for Viewing Large Ships Entering Port in Kaohsiung
The municipal historic site of Fort Xiongzhen Beimen in Gushan District, Kaohsiung, is one of three historical artillery forts in the Takao area. For years, it has been under military control and off-limits to the general public. After coordination between the Kaohsiung City Government’s Urban Development Bureau and the military, it is now fully open to the public...
A golden Buddha presides as monks bathe the Buddha – The authentic Thai Songkran Festival kicks off on April 22
Currently during the Thai New Year period, Songkran Festival events are being held across the country. Taoyuan County Government will host the “2012 Authentic Thai Songkran Festival” this Sunday (the 22nd) at the Taoyuan County Stadium, where...
"South Island Ethnic Group Wedding" Under the Swing: An Authentic Presentation of Tribal Culture
Now in its eighth year, the "South Island Ethnic Group Wedding" will hold a series of related events from April 28 to May 13 this year. This time, six couples will follow the traditional Paiwan tribal chief wedding ceremony, completing their uniquely meaningful and romantic weddings with the blessings of family, tribe members, and...
Limited Edition Tung Blossom Train Makes Maiden Voyage Today, Appearing at Unpredictable Times at TRA Stations Until June 15
The tung blossom season has quietly arrived. In central and southern Taiwan, tung blossoms are about 80–90% in bloom, while areas north of Taoyuan, Hsinchu, and Miaoli will be in full bloom starting next week. To coincide with public enthusiasm for viewing the blossoms, this year marks the 125th anniversary of Taiwan Railways Administration (TRA), which has collaborated with the Council of Indigenous Peoples...
Special Feature for WWII Anniversary / Journey Through Germany’s WWII & Nazi Relics
The European theater of World War II came to an end on May 8, 1945. Even today, the historical stories of WWII continue to serve as material for Hollywood films, but what is the true historical reality? Germany preserves many traces of the war...
MSPC × audio-technica COLLABORATION SERIES limited release!
Japanese Osaka handmade bag brand MSPC (Master-Piece) collaborates with audio-technica (Audio-Technica), a representative Japanese brand specializing in audio peripherals, to launch a limited...
Pineapple cakes are no longer made with winter melon—Tainan’s Guanmiao issues a challenge to use local pineapples
Pineapple cakes have gradually become a representative Taiwanese souvenir. Modern pineapple cakes emphasize healthiness, no longer using winter melon as the filling but instead opting for locally grown Taiwanese pineapples. Tainan’s Guanmiao, the hometown of pineapples, held its first pineapple cake...
TransAsia Airways launches flights to Hangzhou, Wuhan, Sanya, and Osaka
Eyeing the tourism business opportunities in Hangzhou as a newly opened city for independent travel by mainland Chinese tourists, TransAsia Airways will operate an exclusive direct route from Hualien to Hangzhou starting April 19. This marks the first regular cross-strait flight route from Hualien, expected to boost tourism and business between Hualien and Hangzhou...
Happiness Ambassador Richie Jen champions the Northern Coast: eagle watching, photography, and a chance to win cash prizes
The Tourism Bureau's North Coast & Guanyinshan National Scenic Area Administration has been promoting the Northern Coast as a wedding photography destination for eight years. To date, not only locals but also international tourists from Hong Kong, Singapore, and Southeast Asia have specifically come to the Northern Coast to take wedding photos. To promote the scenery of the Northern Coast...
Nikon doubles down with Eddie Peng and Gwei Lun-mei as brand ambassadors; D3200 officially launched
Japanese camera giant Nikon, through its Taiwan distributor Guo Xiang Trading, announced today (4/19) its 2012 brand ambassadors — Eddie Peng and Gwei Lun-mei. This marks the first time a camera brand has chosen both male and female representatives...
Indulge in delicious food and explore Beigang to the fullest—a one-day town stroll is super fun
Yunlin’s Beigang is not only a center of faith but also a hub for many traditional delicacies. Take a weekend trip with your family to Beigang and have some fun...
Track the sun alignment forecasts from the Meteorological Bureau ! Chiayi takes the lead before Taipei
In recent years, the stunning sight of a sun alignment has captured widespread admiration, becoming a unique spectacle sought after by photography enthusiasts and the general public alike. Now, the Meteorological Bureau has introduced a sun alignment forecast to help everyone stay informed in advance, ensuring no one misses this...
Hakuba Tateyama Mountain Opening Info: A Must-See Snowy White Wonder of the Seiryu Wall
Japan’s renowned tourist attraction “Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route,” famed as a once-in-a-lifetime snowy wonderland, opens this year on April 15. Online tickets for 2019 are now available for purchase. The route will enter its winter closure period starting in December...
Another must-visit spot for dates and photos added to the list – a dreamy castle where you can live out your princess fantasy!
Add another spot to your photo checklist—bring your date here for stunning pictures and make your princess dreams come true!
The Kinmen Centipede Throne Is a Huge Hit — Now with Added "Hundred Sons, Thousand Grandsons Centipede Formation"
The ornately costumed human centipede throne of Kinmen, which has been certified by the Guinness World Records, has long been a highlight of the Wudao Religious and Cultural Tourism Festival. This year, in addition to the centipede throne, another activity — the "Hundred Sons, Thousand Grandsons Centipede Formation" — has been added in response to public demand, along with...
Exclusive cabins also allow you to travel together by car—bringing your furry friend to admire the tung blossoms has never been easier.
Every year between April and May is the peak season for tung blossom viewing across Taiwan. Now, some accommodation providers have launched a "Doggy Paradise" service for guests. With advance booking, your beloved pet can accompany you, staying free of charge in a dedicated cabin at night...