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【Weekend Fun in Taiwan】Yilan Green Expo Draws Huge Crowds; Limited-Edition Hello Kitty-Themed SNOOPY Graffiti Train Runs on Kaohsiung MRT
The beautiful spring weekends are here again. This week, we recommend great spots for outdoor outings, including Guandu Nature Park in Taipei City where you can admire the delicate “Spiranthes sinensis,” and the ever-popular Yilan Green Expo that continues to draw crowds every year...
Taiwan High Speed Rail Mother's Day tickets go on presale at midnight on April 12
For Mother's Day 2014, Taiwan High Speed Rail will operate 36 additional train services (21 southbound and 15 northbound) over a four-day transportation period from May 9 to 12, providing a total of 598 services. During the Mother’s Day transport period...
Thai Experts Explore Heartfelt Journeys: 3 Recommended Slow-Living Experiences
Having wandered through the colorful streets of Bangkok, admired the lazy beach beauty of Phuket, Koh Samui, and Pattaya, would you like to try something different? Hotels.com, the global leader in online hotel services,...
Hokkaido Matsumae Cherry Blossom Festival – Tens of Thousands of Blossoms Bursting into Bloom
Now is the best time to visit Japan for cherry blossom viewing. Ranked among Japan’s “Top 100 Cherry Blossom Spots” and recognized as Hokkaido’s premier destination for cherry blossoms, “Matsumae Park” will hold the “Matsumae Cherry Blossom Festival” from April 26 to May 18. During this period, over 10,000 cherry trees of 250 varieties will bloom in a dazzling array of colors. Those looking to enjoy a mix of red, white, and yellow blossoms should seize this opportunity to witness the beauty of spring in northern Japan.
【Wednesday Deal Alert】60 Top-Rated Stays in 7 Japanese Cities – Limited-Time Discounts from Agoda.com Starting at 45% Off
Catching the wave of Taiwan’s booming travel to Japan, Agoda.com is once again offering an exclusive limited-time promotion from now until April 18. Book your stay between May 6 and July 18 to enjoy deals on carefully selected hotels in seven popular cities including Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, as well as...
Restored national treasure steam train "The Duchess" to make a glamorous comeback at June Railway Festival
Taiwan Railways' last retired national treasure CT273 steam locomotive "The Duchess," which has been out of service for over 30 years, was recently successfully re-fired under the hard work of Director Hong Jinxing’s team at Taipei Railway Workshop, along with retired veteran Liu Shugen and others. It is expected to make a splendid return on Railway Day, June 9.
Another country joins the working holiday program lineup: Slovakia kicks off in June
An agreement on the working holiday program has been reached between the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Slovakia. Today (15th), the two countries completed the signing of a “Memorandum of Understanding on Working Holiday Programs.” The program is scheduled to launch this June. Slovakia is the sixth European country—following Germany, the UK...
Seeing World Heritage Through LEGO – A More Spectacular Global Journey Than the Real Thing
For netizens deeply fascinated by world heritage, have you ever wondered about ways other than photos, paintings, or photography to showcase the beauty of these numerous human cultural and natural wonders? LEGO artist Warren Elsmore...
The authentic "Spring Scream" – A riot of blooms at Yangmingshan Flower Trial Center
After enduring the cold of winter, the flowers in Yangmingshan in April, nurtured by recent spring rains and sunshine, are bursting into life. Clivias and amaryllises, with their naturally trumpet-shaped blossoms, are heralding the arrival of spring. ...
Cat King’s Betel Nut Juice Face Wash at Maokong – Has Our Courtesy Always Been Warm?
The two stone cats located opposite the Maokong Cable Car Station, with their cute designs that match the image of Maokong, are favorite subjects for many visitors to photograph. The adorable and amiable expressions of the stone cats have also earned them the nickname...
Spring Red Leaves: The "Maple" Reds in Jing Shan Community Are Super Romantic
There are also red leaf sights in springtime. Located in the Jing Shan community area of Shilin District, the maples in the nursery have turned the entire valley crimson. The Taipei City Government's Department of Public Works, Bureau of Urban Development, stated that there's no need to wait until autumn to travel all the way to Aowanda...
【Sunday Slow Time】Iori Tea House in Tainan, a Modern-Style Showa Café
Following the revitalization of Xie Mansion in West Market and Bao’an Road, Xie Wenkan—who spearheaded the old-building renovation trend—unveiled his third Xie Mansion in 2011. Unlike the captivating homestays of the past, Iori Tea House...
【Saturday Cinema】"The Grand Budapest Hotel" – Check in for Instant Joy
During World War II, the "Grand Budapest Hotel" was the most prestigious hotel from top to bottom, frequented by the elite and political & business VIPs who all vied to stay there—rooms were often hard to come by. But to check into the "Grand Budapest Hotel"...
GUSTOSO Italian Restaurant’s “White Asparagus Food Festival” – A Timeless Culinary Delight for the Palate
Early spring is the peak season for European white asparagus in Europe. With its ivory-white hue, white asparagus is known as the “queen of vegetables.” Its crisp, juicy texture and delicate fibers make it a must-try delicacy for food enthusiasts in spring. Taipei MADISON...
【Friday Fun in Taiwan】Happiness in Yilan with "Tung Blossoms" & Blooming Calla Lilies on Yangmingshan
In the spring month of April, when flowers are in full bloom, the Yilan County Government will host the 2014 Hakka Tung Blossom Festival — "Happiness with Tung Blossoms 'In Yilan'" this week, while the Taipei Yangmingshan Flower Testing Center and Zhuzihhu also showcase the vibrant energy of blooming flowers. Nature-loving travelers can explore the Pingxi and Jingmei areas, where the Pingxi Police Station's Policemen’s Sky Lantern event has added extra shows. For those wanting to immerse themselves in an artsy atmosphere, the 2014 Tainan Arts Festival runs from now until June 20th, featuring up to 185 performances of drama, dance, and music across Tainan City — guaranteed to be a treat.
The Namaxia Firefly Camping Fun: Limited-Edition 2-Day Eco-Tour to Admire Fireflies
The first 2014 camping and firefly-watching event in Namaxia, innovatively planned by Kaohsiung City’s Tourism Bureau in collaboration with the Namaxia District Office, kicked off with great fanfare over the weekend (April 12 and 13). Hundreds of tents and 300 visitors...
【Wednesday Special】Lunch Break Ticket Grab Battle！ TransAsia Airways’ Limited-Time Bangkok Flight Discounts Are Here
Take advantage of your lunch break and rush to TransAsia Airways’ official website for great deals！ From now until May 21, every Wednesday from 12: 00 noon to 1:00 pm, TransAsia Airways is offering the “Happy Hou...
Authentic Hong Kong Flavors: A Culinary Feast Across Time
Hong Kong Island is the second-largest island in Hong Kong, after the Kowloon Peninsula. The densely packed skyscrapers and nostalgic old streets often seen in Hong Kong dramas can all be found here. Frequent visitors to Hong Kong are surely familiar with the SOHO area in Central...
Travel Japan for Free with Alishan Forest Railway Tickets – Ride the Kurobe Gorge and Oigawa Railways
The Alishan Forest Railway has launched a reciprocal ticket exchange program with its Japanese sister railways – the Oigawa Railway and the Kurobe Gorge Railway. From now until December 31, passengers can exchange their used tickets for free rides on these partner railways...
Discover Eastern Europe’s Holiday Paradise: Travel Lectures on Croatia and Slovenia
Among the holiday destinations in Eastern Europe, Croatia and Slovenia are like strings of pearl-like islands, scattered across the Adriatic coast with over 1,000 small islands, each with its own unique charm—white sandy beaches...