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West Bay %s Qijin – A Fun-Filled One-Day Itinerary in Kaohsiung
What do netizens want to do when they visit the vibrant and energetic port city of Kaohsiung? Indulge in delicious food, enjoy beautiful scenery, or go cycling for a laid-back experience? No matter your choice, heading to the West Bay and Qijin area allows you to...
Explore Seoul by Subway in Summer: A 3-Day, 2-Night Easy Trip
Thanks to Seoul’s convenient subway network, first-time visitors can easily experience this vibrant and diverse metropolis using public transportation. The Seoul Metro consists of 8 lines, and the must-visit ones include...
The rising force in travel: Solo business trips by women on the rise
As women increasingly excel in various fields, the traditional dominance of men in business travel is being challenged. More and more women are stepping out of the office to travel the world as business professionals, becoming...
Weekend Fun in Taipei and New Taipei: 6 Must-Do Activities at a Glance
The weekend is just around the corner. Residents in the Greater Taipei area looking for a quick getaway can enjoy a variety of activities happening this week in both New Taipei City and Taipei City. In New Taipei, there will be a farmers’ market, pet adoption event, ...
One Night, One Trip – 300 Travel & Accommodation Routes Revealed
Taiwan’s mountain-and-sea geography and rich cultural creativity across regions have given rise to unique lodging options — urban, luxurious, elegant, classic, laid-back, slow-paced, retro, nostalgic, and those infused with humanistic charm. Travelers can...
The Story of Faces: Sipping Coffee and Tasting Art
Large, round eyes seemingly gaze into the distance as if their souls have left their bodies, while similar, contemplative faces reveal the deepest stories within people. Stepping into Fùjǐn Kitchen in Sunlight Avenue is like entering a modern...
Amusement park dates? Take a Ferris wheel ride for the sweetest experience
With summer vacations in full swing and amusement parks across Taiwan heating up the competition, which park is the public’s favorite? Domestic travel agencies conducted the “2013 Taiwan Theme Park Grand Survey” in the first half of this year...
China Airlines' First Painted Aircraft: Jimmy Liao's "Hug Plane" Takes Flight
In recent years, adorable aircraft livery designs and cabin decorations have become a hot topic in travel, prompting many tourists to specifically seek out and plan trips just to experience these uniquely styled painted planes. China Airlines has now launched its Taiwan cultural and creative series of painted aircraft, with the first installment—the "Hug Plane"—created in collaboration with renowned Taiwanese cultural artist Jimmy Liao. His illustrated works have been brought to life on the fuselage of a B747-400 aircraft, embodying the concept of "a journey begins with a big hug." Endangered species leap onto the plane alongside innocent children embracing the Earth, showcasing care for the planet. This also allows Taiwan’s cultural creativity to shine on the international stage through China Airlines’ extensive flight network, promoting it to the world.
Cave-Dwelling in Turkey – A New Trend in Historic City Travel
Starting from May 15 this year, Chinese nationals can travel to Turkey visa-free. Simply log in online, pay 15 euros or 20 US dollars, and you can stay for up to 30 days. Domestic travel agencies have launched summer...
Taiwan’s Summer Solstice Food Battle: Love Yù Takes the Crown
While everyone knows to eat zongzi during the Dragon Boat Festival, mooncakes during the Mid-Autumn Festival, and warm glutinous rice balls during the Winter Solstice, have you ever wondered what to eat on the Summer Solstice? To explore Taiwan’s Summer Solstice cuisine, the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications held the “Taste the Northbound Line—Summer Solstice Food Selection” event...
EVA Air Joins Star Alliance; Takeshi Kaneshiro Invites You to Explore the World
EVA Air officially joined the Star Alliance today, connecting with international airlines worldwide. To showcase an international perspective, the airline specially invited Takeshi Kaneshiro, in his role as a “global traveler,” to reinterpret the meaning of travel...
Mount Fuji Successfully Listed as World Heritage Site; Shizuoka Prefecture Gives Away Generous Gifts
At the 37th session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee held on June 22 in Phnom Penh, the capital of Cambodia, Japan’s Mount Fuji was officially added to the World Cultural Heritage list. The previously excluded “Mihono-Suga-no-Sato Pine Grove” was also ultimately approved. When inscribed, Mount Fuji was registered under the name “Fujisan – Sacred Place and Source of Artistic Inspiration.”
Filming location of Takeshi Kaneshiro's ad – spend a day at the popular Browner Boulevard
Since the launch of EVA Air’s Star Alliance brand ad, it has sparked continuous discussions. From the eye-catching fact that Takeshi Kaneshiro was paid NT$30 million to star in the ad and his mature-guy image, to the filming locations – apart from Paris, France and Nara, Japan, the final outdoor location featured in the ad—Browner Boulevard in Chishang, Taitung...
The next stop for the little yellow duck: Explore Beijing’s waters within the Third Ring Road
After the little yellow duck that caused a sensation in Hong Kong left, have duck fans been wondering where it will swim next? Florentijn Hofman, the Dutch conceptual artist—aka the father of the yellow duck...
Love at the Highest Point: Taipei 101 Observatory First Opens for Wedding Photo Shoots
Dreaming of taking romantic wedding photos at the Taipei 101 Observatory that look straight out of a Taiwanese drama is no longer just a dream. Starting now, the Taipei 101 Observatory is open for couples to take wedding photos. All you need is an entry ticket—no additional venue fee is required—and you can...
Setting Off with a "Message in a Bottle": Cathay Pacific Helps 11 Youths Travel the World
Carrying 10 drift bottles to Nepal, she invited backpackers she met along the way to write down their thoughts about the place and their visions of a simple life, then put them in the bottles and pass them on to the next person. The final task was asking the 10th person to send the bottles back...
Hong Kong Michelin cuisine "Tim Ho Wan" is now available at The Regent Taipei!
For the first time in the three years since its opening, The Regent Taipei has invited a Michelin-starred chef to serve as a guest. Chef Mak Kwai Pui from Hong Kong's renowned dim sum specialty restaurant 【Tim Ho Wan】—many are familiar with this Michelin-rated Hong Kong delicacy, and quite a few...
Welcome to a wonderful weekend！ Top 4+ Taipei brunch spots
After a busy week, the key to embracing a great weekend is undoubtedly a delicious breakfast！ Whether you wake up early for the food or just want to enjoy a hearty brunch while continuing to daydream or unwind in the rare tranquility of Taipei. Today, HowToTrip will introduce readers to some carefully selected brunch spots in Taipei, so you can once again savor the beauty of the morning during your upcoming weekend break.
Sleep Pods – Sleep Soundly in an Egg
Giant eggs have appeared at Abu Dhabi Airport? Their adorable white oval shapes might remind you of alien spacecraft. In fact, these are the new "GoSleep Sleep Pods" at Abu Dhabi Airport...
Sleep Embracing the Qijin Sea View – The Newly Opened "Qijin Avenue Hotel"
Kaohsiung’s popular tourist destination Qijin finally has its first hotel!"The Qijin Avenue Hotel" grandly opened yesterday (the 28th) morning. With breathtaking sea views, sunsets, and Qijin’s renowned seafood delicacies, it aims to attract summer vacation travelers...