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Free shuttle bus tour to Dashu District – Grab pineapples for just NT$1 and save your wallet
Dashu District in Kaohsiung City was once the world’s top producer of canned pineapples, earning the title “Pineapple Kingdom.” The area is also famous nationwide for its refreshing and sweet pineapples and its Yuhuabao lychees, known as the “King of Fruits.” Every year from May to June...
Ollie！ The ZIPPY series of MSPC skateboards SK8 high-performance edition has just launched
The Osaka-based Japanese artisan brand MSPC, known for its expertise in functionality and outdoor fashion trends, has released a new addition to its ZIPPY series that combines OLD SCHOOL style with high performance. The main body uses salt-shrunk processed...
Spend your summer in Taitung and soar through the skies – Taiwan’s only hot air balloon summer camp now open for registration
Kids who have seen *Up* must also dream of tying their house to colorful balloons and flying among the blue sky and white clouds. The “2012 Taiwan Hot Air Balloon Festival,” hosted by Taitung County Government, will kick off on June 29...
Summer tour prices rise across the board, except in New Zealand and India
As summer vacation approaches, July and August are peak travel seasons for family trips and parent-child tours. The Consumer Protection Association has released reference prices for group tours from July to September this year. Nearly all tour prices have increased compared to the previous quarter, and compared to the same period last year (July to September), due to rising fuel prices, airfares, and transportation costs, travel expenses in most regions have also mostly gone up. Southeast Asia tours have risen by about NT$2,000, Japan by about NT$5,000, Korea by about NT$1,000 to NT$3,000, while increases are even higher outside of Asia—with North America and Canada seeing hikes of over NT$10,000, and Europe rising between NT$6,000 and NT$20,000. However, in July, as New Zealand enters winter, airline ticket prices have not increased due to the holiday season, and hotels and local businesses are offering discounts to boost sales, resulting in a decrease in tour prices by NT$7,000 to NT$15,000.
Harry Potter Magic Heads to Asia – Hogwarts Castle Comes to Universal Studios Japan
In 2010, the Harry Potter theme park opened at Universal Orlando Resort. Now, you don’t have to…
522 International Day for Biological Diversity – Help Conduct a Census of Insects on Yangmingshan
Do you remember the household census from your childhood, when officials would come to your home to stamp and verify information? But has anyone ever experienced conducting a census for insects or birds? As May 22, the "International Day for Biological Diversity," approaches, the Subtropical Ecology Society...
Authentic Japanese cuisine under swaying tropical palms― \抢锏菏偎就
Indonesian \抢锏壕晌?the go-to spot for Japanese food lovers. Nestled in a quiet alley, whether you're here for uniquely crafted sushi or other Japanese favorites, you'll find dishes that are as photogenic as they are delicious. And if you've never tried Japanese food in Indonesia, ...
Taipei International Travel Expo: Dabagan Forest Hot Spring Resort Joins Forces to Fight Inflation!
Attention travel-loving consumers, Upcoming Alert！The 2012 Taipei International Travel Expo will be held from tomorrow (May 25) to May 28 at the World Trade Center Hall 1. The only place in Taiwan that boasts both a “low-altitude tropical rainforest” and “...
This Summer’s Fashion Party: PLAYBOY X Da Mouth Limited-Edition Shoes
As the vibrant summer approaches, the trendy footwear brand PLAYBOY has specially launched three new collections—"Urban Play," "Cool Shoe Travel," and "Fashion Fetish"—to celebrate the most travel-friendly season of the year...
Fulong Sand Sculpture Rock Party: Indie Bands Rock the Weekend
The 2012 Fulong Sand Sculpture Festival attracted 100,000 visitors within just two weeks of its opening. Among them, NBA star and international golf sensation Jeremy Lin and Yani Tseng, who have shone brightly in their respective sports and were recently named among Time magazine’s 100 most influential people, were...
Breathtaking palaces and fairy-tale castles — the world’s most romantic road is in Germany
Does the Romantic Road really exist? Yes, it’s a scenic route that connects all the most romantic and stunning castles, stretching 350 kilometers from the Main River to the Alps. In ancient times, it was a vital route to the Roman Empire...
Taipei Tourism Expo: Grand Giveaway of State Banquet Dishes at Taipei Pavilion Opening
The Taipei International Tourism Expo is about to kick off, and the Taipei City Government has specially planned the Taipei Pavilion under the theme “Taipei Midsummer YA!” with various perks to help everyone “fight inflation.” To welcome the public to join the opening of the Taipei Pavilion on May 25...
Longtan Hakka Carnival: Flower Cloth Samba Swing Dance Parade
The diligent culture of the Hakka people has gradually gained attention in recent years, with related events being held one after another, mainly in the Taoyuan-Zhuolan-Miaoli region where the Hakka population is the highest. The Longtan Township Office in Taoyuan County will hold the “2012 Longtan Hakka Carnival” this Saturday (the 26th)...
Canyoning & Surfing Are the Hottest Summer Cool-Downs – “Tianlai Time People’s Delight” Offers Everyday Weekday Rates
As the scorching summer arrives, outdoor sports enthusiasts who love either serene mountains or vast blue seas are flocking to Laomei Creek and Shazhu Bay on the northern coast to experience this season’s hottest canyoning and surfing – the ultimate way to beat the heat. Yangmingshan Tianlai...
Enjoy a Luxurious Macau Trip on a Budget – The Fun of Macau’s 3D Treasure Hunt
The “2012 Taipei International Travel Expo” kicked off today (25th) at Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1. To help more consumers inquire about Macau’s special offers, the Macau Government Tourism Office has joined forces with over ten industry partners this year to...
Pain Index Liberation: Travel to Hong Kong from NT$7,999 including tax!
The Taipei International Travel Fair is in full swing. In the face of soaring overseas travel prices, the Hong Kong Tourism Board is calling “Hong Kong Prices Frozen!” and has launched a “Hong Kong Chillax Itinerary” themed around the currently popular concept of “chillaxing” — a three-day-two-night...
Fight the price hikes together – up to 23% off on Malaysian tours, plus a chance to win a New iPad
At the 2012 Taipei International Travel Fair, the Malaysian Tourism Board joined forces with Hi-Fly Travel, Smile-Kong Travel, Doubleway International Travel, and Dragon Travel to fight against rising prices. Hi-Fly Travel’s “Golden” Malaysian tour is priced...
Listening to a City's Whisper: Venice's Water Buses Are More Popular Than Gondolas
Under the glow of the Renaissance and its glorious history, nearly every Italian town is packed with tourists, but none more so than the romantic city of Venice. Canals wind through Venice, and the most popular mode of transport in the city is the water bus...
Practice green living: Ecological conservation event kicks off at Flower Expo Park on May 27
Ecology is closely linked to human life, making ecological conservation a vitally important issue in modern times. The "Taipei Natural Ecology Conservation Event" organized by Taipei City’s Animal Protection Office will take place at 10:00 AM on Sunday, May 27, at...
Summer’s biggest international travel expo kicks off – snag great deals starting May 25
The Taipei International Tourism Expo will be held from May 25–28 at Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1, featuring exciting highlights such as the “Opening Day Draw – Win Air Tickets for a Few Bucks,” “Million-dollar Deals Drawn Daily,” plus a range of exclusive, unbeatable discounts...