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K-pop stars to rock the floating stage as 2012 Yeosu Expo opens tomorrow
The 2012 Yeosu World Expo (EXPO 2012 Yeosu Korea) will kick off in Yeosu City, South Jeolla Province, South Korea, on May 12. During its 93-day run, in addition to 14...
Dolphin and Whale Watching Tour & Visit to Guishan Island
Compared to other Taiwanese outlying islands such as Penghu, Green Island, Orchid Island, Kinmen, Matsu, and Little Liuqiu, Guishan Island has always seemed somewhat distant from travelers—not because of the distance, as boats depart from Wushih Port in Yilan and the one-way trip takes only about half an hour...
Queen's Diamond Jubilee: 1,000-boat flotilla on the Thames & beacon lighting
2012 marks the 60th anniversary of Queen Elizabeth II's accession to the British throne. Buckingham Palace has announced the celebration events to be held from June 2 to 5. Once a dominant maritime power, the UK...
Weiwu Camp Grassland Music Concert – Watch "Zhentou" with Mom on Mother’s Day
Food, grasslands, and music concerts—spend a relaxing Mother’s Day to make mom happy. This Sunday (the 13th) afternoon, the Kaohsiung City Land Administration Bureau will host a grassland music concert at Weiwu Camp. The event will feature the Jiu Tian Folklore Arts Troupe from the movie "Zhentou," the peerless all-female ensemble composed of talented traditional Chinese music students from various universities, as well as the Dagou Luan Choir, presenting traditional folk songs and performances to treat moms to great music and entertainment for a relaxing Mother’s Day.
Kaohsiung Dashu District Sightseeing Bus - Free Guided Tours to Local Specialties
Kaohsiung's tourism industry is developing rapidly, with many locations in the city becoming filming spots for domestic movies. Although Dashu District in Kaohsiung may not be as well-known to tourists as districts like Qijin or Gushan, when it comes to the scenic beauty of the Gaoping River Old Iron Bridge Wetlands Park and...
Retro suede is in – JANSPORT’s classic campus backpacks
Riding the retro trend of 2012, JANSPORT, the top backpack brand beloved by students and the No. 1 backpack brand in the U.S., has launched the RIGHT PACK Classic Suede Bottom series, combining...
Stay at homestays? Look for the certification mark. First batch of 323 hospitality-certified homestays pass evaluation
Following the star-rated hotel certification, the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications has launched the “Hospitality Homestay” program. Last year, it opened registration to all legal homestays nationwide. A total of 711 homestays participated in the basic training course for the Hospitality Homestay program...
May 18th International Museum Day: Global Celebration at 30,000 Museums
What do museums mean to you? Aside from viewing paintings and artworks, museums may seem unrelated to daily life. Since 1977, the International Council of Museums has designated May 18th as...
The first cruise ship based in Keelung, the "Oriental Dragon," sets sail as a floating palace
The domestic cruise tourism market is becoming increasingly vibrant, and Keelung Port is also developing toward becoming Taiwan's only cruise home port. Hong Kong-based Shoulong International has introduced its cruise ship "Oriental Dragon" to the Taiwanese market, with Keelung Port as its home port. It...
The fourth "Kyo no Ondokoro" building by Wacoal in Kyoto showcases the elegance of traditional townhouses near the Kyoto Imperial Palace
Wacoal Corporation's fourth "Kyo...
Travel gets an upgrade: Explore charming towns using Taiwan’s first gaming app
To promote Taiwan’s distinctive attractions, the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications launched its first tourism-themed gaming app, “Go Go Biker” (踩踩卡打车), earlier this year, centered around national scenic areas, which has...
The 199 Travel Super Value Package – Eat, Drink, Play & Explore Shuikuangjiu for Less
What else can you do with just 199 NT dollars besides having a nice meal? Starting this Friday (the 18th), New Taipei City Government is launching the 199 All-in-One Tour of Shuikuangjiu Super Value Package, which includes a round-trip transportation ticket from Taipei to Ruifang and Jinguashi, a tourist passport set, as well as...
Theme Museums in Taiwan You Can’t See: Unveiling Secrets of Sherlock Holmes and Astronauts
As museums around the world roll out events for World Museum Day, exhibition-loving visitors must be thrilled. But how many have seen museums showcasing spacecraft cabins, luxury watches, and detective stories? In fact...
The Champion Northern-Style Zongzi and Home-Style Rice Food Carnival to Kick Off in June
Following the launch of registration for the first event, the “Taipei Sushi Grand Prix,” the “Taipei Loves Rice Food – Festival Home-Style Rice Food Carnival” has planned its second culinary competition, the “Taipei Zongzi Grand Prix,” in line with the upcoming Dragon Boat Festival...
Taiwan Joins Global Museum Day: Discounts and Exhibitions Nationwide
In 2012, over 30,000 museums and art galleries around the world participated in International Museum Day. Major museums across Taiwan also launched a series of promotions and events. In addition to free admission or ticket discounts on May 18, the Kaohsiung Museum of Science and Technology will host a DIY solar car workshop, while the National Palace Museum is holding a photo contest where kids dress up as cultural relics—upload your pictures to win prizes. These creative activities help the public connect with museums in new ways. The Republic of China Museums Association is also running a "Check in Museums" campaign: check in at three different museums between the 18th and 27th to receive a small gift.
Summer Fun at Dakeng: A Mountain Paradise in Taichung
As the weather gets sunnier, have you started planning your summer vacation? In North District, Taichung, besides the popular Dakeng Scenic Area, known as the “Yangmingshan of Taichung,” the area features ten hiking trails...
Experience Taiwan with heart — celebrity-guided tours
What kind of unique new experiences can in-depth travel with celebrity guides bring to your trip? The operator has launched a series of super celebrity guide-themed tours, inviting six well-known personalities from the worlds of travel, food, and culture — Han Lianglu, Liao Hongji, Gao Leiya, Chu Shiyin...
The Su'ao Trail Adds Qixing Ridge – A New Option to Admire Turtle Island and Enjoy Phytoncides
The scenic landscapes of the Lanyang Plain have long been a renowned tourist destination in Taiwan, and viewing the scenery of Yilan and the Pacific Ocean from high ground is one of the most popular ways to experience it. Following the construction of the Nanfang'ao Viewing Platform, the Su'ao Qixing Ridge Trail and Viewing Platform were also completed this month...
Travel Hong Kong with Celebrities – Download the Exclusive Attractions App
Taiwan had 2.15 million visitor arrivals to Hong Kong last year, with over 30% of overnight vacation travelers visiting more than six times. The Hong Kong Tourism Board has specially curated a new travel experience model, launching the new book & A...
Calling all creative travelers: Help design new seasonal routes for the Penghu Archipelago
I still remember how the Twin-Heart Stone Weir of Qimei would repeatedly emerge and vanish with the tides under the scorching sun and shifting waves. But how many have visited the wind-swept Penghu Archipelago in the cold winter months? To that end...