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Gourmet Exhibition’s Aroma & Color Pavilion: Sample Delicacies from Hundreds of Shops in One Go
The Taipei Gourmet Exhibition is being held at the Taipei Expo Park’s Splendor Pavilion until the 15th. With over 160 exhibitors, the event features international light cuisine cooking demonstrations and fruit carving championship shows, along with five scheduled cooking...
Top sports sandal brand CHACO unveils new beach sandals
Designed specifically for outdoor enthusiasts, the premium professional sports sandals from American brand CHACO are not only the first strap sandals without Velcro but also the only top-tier sports sandals certified by the American Podiatric Medical Association (AP...
Mayan Calendar's Doomsday Prophecy: Unveiling the Chichén Itzá Temple at the National Museum of Natural Science
The Mayan prophecy and culture, which have accurately predicted numerous natural disasters and proposed theories about the end of the world, will unveil their mysteries at the National Museum of Natural Science in Taichung. From now until February 24 next year, the museum is hosting the "2012 Doomsday Exhibition...
Beat the Heatwave at Tiansai Spring Water World – Cool Off This Summer
With all-time high temperatures across Taiwan and mercury levels soaring in various regions, Tiansai Retreat on Yangmingshan has launched a series of cool summer packages. Escape the crowds of music festivals and congested highways, and head to Yangmingshan for a refreshing getaway. Enjoy mountain and water activities close to home in Northern Taiwan...
Tahitian Hula Festival Hip-Shaking Competition Draws Attention
A passionate and energetic Tahitian dance competition will take place tomorrow (the 13th) from 18:00 to 22:30 at the Polynesian Cultural Center (PCC) in Hawaii. This festival is expected to attract many visitors,...
Street-Closing Water Fight: The Cold Spring Culture Festival & Jinma Train Tour of Su'ao
During summer vacation in Yilan, besides surfing at Honey Moon Bay and Wushi Port, the famous cold springs of Su'ao also help visitors beat the unbearable summer heat. The annual Su'ao Cold Spring Culture Festival will kick off tomorrow (the 13th) at Cold Spring Park...
Cool Summer. Dive into the Blue Coral Sea at Club Med Ishigaki
Ishigaki Island is the southernmost island in Japan’s Okinawa region. Its Kakinohama Bay has been rated as a three-star attraction by the Michelin Guide, and the coral reefs of the surrounding national marine park are world-renowned diving spots. The cruise route from Keelung to Ishigaki Island has been available in Taiwan for quite some time. With Club Med Ishigaki’s summer charter flight service, travelers can explore this small island in a more in-depth way. From now until October 27, it takes just 45 minutes to reach this diving paradise—Ishigaki Island—where white sandy beaches and clearly visible underwater coral await.
KAWS' Largest Ever Reclining Artwork Sparks Another Wave of Photo Ops and Sightseeing Frenzy
After generating huge buzz in Seoul and Taipei, the third stop of 《KAWS:HOLIDAY》 has landed in Hong Kong's Victoria Harbour. Featuring a 37-meter-long reclining artwork — the largest of its kind by KAWS to date...
One of Japan’s must-buy cosmetic pharmacy items in 2019, highly recommended by our editor!
Japan has always been one of the favorite travel destinations for Chinese people, and cosmetic pharmacies are almost a must-visit. With such a wide range of products, what are the essentials you should buy? As the cherry blossom season is approaching, while enjoying the blossoms, you definitely need to pick this up!
Special Deal: Travel First Class in Europe for Less – Get French & German Train Tickets for Just ¥2,000
Rail Europe has once again launched its “Summer Promotion Offer” this year, featuring discounted fares that allow travelers to enjoy the luxurious experience of traveling first class across Europe. Passengers who book their tickets between July 11 and August 24, and...
Strolling through Xinbeitou on summer nights: Free entry to special exhibitions and performances
Since the start of summer, temperatures in Taipei have repeatedly hit record highs, making evening outings a popular choice for residents. The "Summer Nights in Xinbeitou" series, organized by Taipei City’s Department of Information and Tourism, will extend opening hours at Meiting, the Ketagalan Cultural Park, and...
Tokyo-standard Taipei delivery: The Okura Premier’s trial sale kicks off with up to five-star quality from Japan’s top hotel chain
Located in the Nanjing Zhongshan business district—steeped in Japanese history and home to many Japanese corporations—the The Okura Prestige Taipei will begin its trial operation tomorrow (the 17th)...
Passionate summer fun — take photos with GOLLA together!
It’s hot, but how can you not have fun in summer? Wear your sandals, hit the mountains and seas, go wild with fun, and snap tons of photos. Your camera definitely needs a stylish jacket too. This summer, GOLLA lets you have it all…
AirAsia is offering another promotion — Taipei to Sabah flights starting from NT$2,440
AirAsia, which has been named “World’s Best Low-Cost Airline” for the fourth consecutive year, has launched a ticket discount campaign starting today until July 22. Book now for travel between January 4 and May 22, 2013...
Catch the Summer Travel Wave: Taiwan Rail Launches Scenic Trains and Island-Touring Passes
During the summer vacation, large-scale themed tourism events are kicking off across Taiwan. Starting in July, major activities such as the Hot Air Balloon Festival, the Old Mountain Line Cultural Season, the Nantou Train Festival, and the North Coast Sea Music Festival will warmly welcome visitors. To accommodate the influx of tourists...
With paintings as the backdrop and people woven into the art — the stunning "Bruegel" relocates to the Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts
During the summer vacation, besides traveling and enjoying the great outdoors, many also choose to spend their time leisurely in exhibition halls. The Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts will hold the “2012 Art · Interdisciplinary” event on July 21–22, featuring...
Where avant-garde meets contemporary art: Taipei Fine Arts Museum showcases cross-century works from 15 countries
In 2012, the Taipei Fine Arts Museum (TFAM) collaborated for the first time with the Fondation d’art contemporain du Nord-Pas de Calais in France to present the exhibition "DESTRØY DESIGN: The Modern Life of Objects." Curated by Hilde TEERLINCK, the director of the foundation, the show featured 66 works by 54 artists, designers, architects, and design teams from 15 countries, created between the 1960s and the present day, spanning half a century. The exhibition’s central theme explored the relationship between people and everyday or artistic objects, as well as their impact on our surroundings, through the convergence of avant-garde design and contemporary art.
Super adorable alpacas arrive at Leofoo Village — join the search for “Alpaca Bro” and “Alpaca Sis”
Wondering where to go during the summer vacation? Getting up close with animals is a great choice for many family activities. This summer, Leofoo Village Theme Park in Hsinchu’s Guanxi invested NT$5 million to import eight alpacas, commonly known as “grass mud horses,” from New Zealand. Last week...
Smiling Palace Cities Series (IV) / Diverse Islands & Ancient Temples: Discovering Matsushima’s Breathtaking Scenery in Miyagi
Located in Miyagi Prefecture, Japan, Matsushima, along with Amanohashidate in Tango and Itsukushima in Aki, is renowned as one of Japan’s Three Great Views. For centuries, it has been celebrated by Japan’s literati and poets. Even Matsuo Bashō, the famed poet known as the “Saint of Haiku,” praised Matsushima in his travelogue *The Narrow Road to the Deep North*...