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The Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival unveils the "Treasure Coin Sky Lantern" as the "Wishing Sky Lantern" debuts at Pingxi Junior High School
As the excitement of the Lunar New Year holiday lingers, the Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival is in full swing. The first event of the 2014 New Taipei City Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival kicked off on the fourth day of the Lunar New Year, featuring the "Treasure Coin Sky Lantern," which symbolizes wealth and prosperity...
【Wednesday Shopping Picks】Taiwanese Local Cultural & Creative Bags – Actor Ko Yan-Fu Brings the World’s Attention to Taiwan Through His Art
After holding an art exhibition and publishing an art book in 2013, actor Ko Yan-Fu collaborated with the new-generation Taiwanese local brand deya in 2014 to launch four cultural and creative black tide bags: “Fupo Taiwan,” “Mobile Dream Castle,” “Exploring Our City...”
【New Year Travel】Cherry Blossom Trails × Colorful Flower Seas – Taiwan’s Spring Flower Viewing Guide
For family outings during the New Year holiday, besides visiting famous scenic spots and amusement parks, this season is also perfect for flower viewing. In addition to popular cherry blossoms, the tulip seas in Taichung, the “Great Flower Sea Area” in Kaohsiung, and the flower fields at Dafong Farm in Hualien...
【Weekend Getaway in Taiwan】Yilan’s Flying Train a Big Hit, Kaohsiung & Hualien Lantern Festivals Compete in Charm
During the Lunar New Year holiday, head out with your family to enjoy the festive fun together. The hottest attractions this week include the launch of the Jimmy Liao Flying Train at Yilan Railway Station, as well as lantern festivals in Kaohsiung’s Gangshan District and Hualien. Additionally, in New Taipei City’s Happy Christmas Town...
【Wednesday Special】Taipei International Book Exhibition – Exclusive Discounts at Citytree Lifestyle Travel Pavilion Announced
The annual Taipei International Book Exhibition is set to take place from February 5–10 at the Taipei World Trade Center Halls 1 and 3. The Citytree Lifestyle Travel Pavilion (Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1 / Booth B1326) will also be offering a series of exclusive limited-time discounts, including 23% off (77% of original price) for 1–5 copies of annual bestsellers...
2014 Taipei Lantern Festival: Majestic Horses Gallop into a Dazzling Sea of Lights
The “Happy Taipei Lantern Sea” of the 2014 Taipei Lantern Festival kicked off at 7:30 p.m. on January 25, illuminating Sections 1 to 3 of Zhongshan North Road. The second phase, the “2014 Taipei Lantern Festival Main Exhibition Area,” will be displayed in the Flower Expo Park from February...
Taiwan Lantern Festival’s “Forest Rhapsody” – A Must-Visit Creative Light Zone
The 2014 Taiwan Lantern Festival is set to kick off on Valentine's Day, February 14, in Zhongxing New Village, Nantou. Each year, besides the grand and spectacular main and secondary lanterns that capture everyone’s attention, the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications stated that this year...
Top 100 Global Travel Destinations: Taipei Ranks Ahead of Tokyo and Shanghai
Established in 1972, the highly influential and authoritative international market research firm Euromonitor recently released the “Top 100 City Destinations Ranking” ...
Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival: Adorable "Roundy the Panda Lantern" Takes Flight on Lantern Festival
The "2014 New Taipei City Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival" welcomes the highly anticipated 15-foot-tall giant panda lantern "Roundy," which the New Taipei City Government Tourism Bureau says will finally take to the skies on February 14, Valentine’s Day/Lantern Festival...
【Thursday Arts & Culture】Kaohsiung Spring Arts Festival: Free Entry to Mass Choir Grassland Concert
Marking its sixth anniversary, the flagship “Grassland Concert” of the Kaohsiung Spring Arts Festival has specially curated this year’s choral program “Your T? Xing? Pang Yan? Cui Xiao Hao. Voices. 228 Grassland Concert,” combining both local and international musicians and a hundred...
The super healing "Duffy Bear Bus" tours all over Japan
Who says you can only ride an ultra-cute cartoon bus in amusement parks? Japan’s popular Disney character "Duffy Bear" will transform into an adorable bus, with its exterior featuring Duffy’s super cute smile and lovable...
CNN GO's "45 Must-Try Taiwanese Foods" Features Wu Pao-Chun Bread
Taiwanese tourism and cuisine have frequently appeared on the travel section of American news network CNN. This time, Taiwan’s delicious snacks are back in the spotlight. In CNN GO's feature "45 Must-Try Taiwanese Foods"...
Cherry blossoms in full bloom — follow the app to Japan for hanami
Before you know it, it’s cherry blossom season again, with regions across Japan releasing sakura forecasts (predictions of when the flowers will bloom). In the warm southern island prefecture of Okinawa, cherry blossoms even start blooming as early as January. The season is short, so seize the opportunity...
The Melbourne Food & Wine Festival kicks off with the “World’s Longest Lunch”
This year’s Melbourne Food & Wine Festival, themed “Water,” will take place from February 28 to March 16, featuring over 200 exciting celebrations tailored for food lovers around the globe, as well as giving thanks for the gift of water——the source of all life...
Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival: "Wishing Lanterns" Take Flight, "Round Baby Lanterns" to Debut on Lantern Festival
The "2014 New Taipei City Pingxi Sky Lantern Festival," themed "One Life, One Love, Happiness Takes Flight," kicked off with its first event at Jing Tong Elementary School on February 3 — the "Wish for 100% Success and Prosperity" God of Wealth Blessing Lantern Ceremony. It opened with auspicious...
【Sunday Slow Time】Taichung’s “Lele Wood” – Handcrafted Wooden Pieces in Simple, Natural Colors
Stepping into Lele Wood’s exhibition space in Dongshi, an indescribable sense of tranquility washes over you. The wooden items on the display shelves are simple and unadorned, their natural colors and stacked forms exuding a serene aura that puts you at ease. It’s hard to tear yourself away...
Overseas Weddings in Australia: 7 Romantic Locations in Queensland
With the chiming of New Year’s bells and bursts of fireworks, we stepped from 2013 into 2014. From one lifetime to a lifetime together, the transition from 13 to 14 marks not only the turn of years but also the perfect time to witness love. Countless couples must have held hands...
Kaohsiung Lantern Festival Fun Guide – Free "Happy Horse" Mini Lanterns Given Out to Celebrate Lantern Rite Festival
The 2014 Kaohsiung Lantern Festival has kicked off. Whether you take public transport, cycle, jog, stroll, or opt for a one-day or two-day trip—whether you're solo or in a group—you can explore the Kaohsiung Lantern City Carnival and enjoy food, fun, shopping, and entertainment all in one go. ...
Taiwan’s Yehliu × Japan’s Akiyoshi Plateau: The Two Areas Forge Sister Geopark Relationship
The Yehliu Geopark in Wanli District, New Taipei City, will establish a sister geopark relationship with Japan’s largest limestone plateau — the Akiyoshi Plateau National Park in Mine City, Yamaguchi Prefecture. The signing ceremony will take place at 11:00 AM on February 15 of this year at Yehliu...
Romantic Valentine’s Day: 3 Itineraries to Explore Taiwan
As Valentine’s Day on February 14 approaches, this year’s celebration coincides with China’s traditional Lantern Festival, making it even more special. Coupled with the upcoming flower-viewing season, the entire island is enveloped in a romantic atmosphere, with lover-exclusive products and events being launched one after another. Have you planned your outing for this weekend yet?