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【Friday Fun in Taiwan】Cherry Blossom Viewing & Hot Air Balloon Festival during Dragon Boat Holiday
In addition to the spectacular opening light and sound music concert on the evening of May 30, the early morning of May 31 at 06:30 will be another highlight of the event. In addition to the highly anticipated black knight-shaped balloon making its debut at Luye Plateau, nearly twenty hot air balloons are scheduled to perform free flights that day, aiming to set a new record for the most hot air balloons flying freely in Taiwan simultaneously. On the evening of May 31, sponsored by Fox Rent A Car and VOLVO Trucks, a mini light and sound music concert will be held again at Luye Plateau, open to all members of the public. Welcome to visit Taitung during the Dragon Boat long weekend and join the hot air balloon craze!
【World Cup Madness】Krispy Kreme Launches Soccer-Themed Donuts
The world’s biggest football party is just around the corner, and soccer fans are in for a treat. Krispy Kreme is showing its passion for all supporters by launching “soccer-limited edition...” starting June 12.
Savor Tainan’s Delicacies, Taipei Serves Up the Heat
To promote Tainan’s traditional cuisine and cultural and creative tourism industries, the Tainan City Government Tourism Bureau will host the 12-day “2014... ” event from now until June 24 at the 6th floor of A11, Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Xinyi New World, Taipei.
Canoeing on the Waters of Hou-T’ou-Pi in Tainan & Enjoying the Golden Rain of Flowers
With the arrival of summer, the golden rain trees (Cassia fistula) in Tainan have begun to bloom. After the Dragon Boat Festival, they are in full flourish, transforming Tainan City into a golden urban paradise. Especially within the Hou-T’ou-Pi Scenic Area in Xinhua District, strolling along the lakeside path, you’ll find the area blanketed with...
Luxury in the Maldives: The charm of hidden wine havens
The Maldives, a place you must visit at least once in your lifetime—beyond the breathtaking sea and sky, the relaxation of spa treatments, the dreamlike, colorful underwater world, indulging in gourmet food and fine wine is simply irresistible. 2...
Summer Children's Camp – Early Bird Discounts at Formosa
Summer vacation is just around the corner. Kenting Formosa Resort, with years of experience hosting children’s summer camps, has drawn many parents who hope to give their kids a fulfilling and fun holiday, leading to numerous inquiries about the camp activities. Kenting Formosa Resort...
【Saturday Cinema】Memories of a Tokyo House – Go Watch Little Onion Mom
Takeru Satoh exposes Noriko Sakamoto’s secret romance, bringing the maid who hid the truth to tears years later. This brilliant film, Memories of a Tokyo House, left many viewers in tears. In his second collaboration with director Yoji Yamada...
"Pelé" Special Livery Aircraft – Fly Emirates and Join the World Cup Frenzy
The most talked-about event of 2014, the FIFA World Cup, was held in Brazil with great fanfare. Football fans from around the world were captivated by the performances of their favorite stars. Emirates, one of the main sponsors of this year’s World Cup, recently unveiled...
Summer Solstice 235: Gather at Penghu’s Fishing Harbor Island for the Lantern-Lighting Music Feast
The Penghu National Scenic Area Administration (hereinafter referred to as the PNSAA) will host the “Taiwan Summer Solstice 235: Gathering at Penghu’s Fishing Harbor Island Lantern-Lighting Music Feast” event on Saturday, June 21, from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM at the Siyu Fishing Harbor Island Lighthouse.
【Wednesday Deal】Cloud Rise Hotels’ Summer Discounts – Enjoy a Refreshing Holiday
Besides staying indoors with the air conditioning to beat the heat in the sweltering summer, you can also choose to get close to nature by the seaside or cool off by playing in the pool. Cloud Rise Tourism Group’s luxury hotel brands — The Jade, The Cloud, The Han in Hualien, Kaohsiung, and Zhongzheng in Taichung — as well as...
2014 New Taipei City Gongliao International Marine Music Festival Lineup Announced
The upcoming New Taipei City Gongliao International Marine Music Festival, set to rock from July 9 to 13, this year features an impressive lineup including MATZKA, Chang Chen-yue, Yoyo Yang, Cheer Chen, Crowd Lu, and a MEI, among others...
2014 Tainan Golden Rain Tree Flower Festival Delivers High Tourism Benefits
The “2014 Tainan Golden Rain Tree Flower Festival,” organized by the Tainan Tourism Bureau and launched on May 17, officially concluded on June 15. During the event period, to att...
Discover Beitou’s Hidden Summer Retreats & Embrace Leisurely Cool Moments
Beitou is the closest nature escape to downtown Taipei, where arriving and departing MRT trains carry travelers away from the bustling urban noise. Sunlight filters gently through the leaves, the ground beneath your feet is lush green, and everywhere you look are traces of Beitou’s cultural heritage, drawing you effortlessly into this tranquil and idyllic natural setting. The L’Amitié Resort Beitou is now offering a special “Serene Summer Getaway” promotion from now until September 30.
The Hokkaido Food Fair at the Japan Tourism and Products Exhibition kicks off this week
The annual Japan Tourism and Products Exhibition will be held from June 27 to 29 at Taipei Main Station. Local tourism representative bodies from various regions in Japan will bring a wealth of prizes and activities to help more Taiwanese visitors learn about and fall in love with Japan...
【Monday Foodie】Krispy Kreme’s Summer Limited-Edition Drinks – Slushies as the “Cool” Companion to Donuts
As summer temperatures continue to rise and the school holidays begin, Krispy Kreme will exclusively launch summer slushies starting June 26 at its Xinyi Vitai branch, featuring refreshing fruit flavors to bring a cool treat to all Krispy Kreme fans...
Taitung Hot Air Balloon Festival: Light Show & Music Spectacle at Luye Gaotai
The Taiwan Hot Air Balloon Carnival series of events continues. On June 18, after the hot air balloon wedding photo session, Taitung County Magistrate made a surprise appearance to officiate the ceremony. On June 19, the black knight-shaped hot air balloon retired after a successful run, and more unique...
【Soccer Mania】Show off your golden right foot with a thrilling soccer experience
With the FIFA World Cup in full swing, the excitement surrounding the tournament has been building across Taiwan. In addition to the near sell-out of limited-edition World Cup jerseys launched by various sports brands, the whole nation has been swept up in World Cup fever. Q Square Fashion Mall is especially...
Don’t want to deal with crowds during the 228 long weekend? A relaxing half-day trip in Tainan
The long weekend is almost here and you want to enjoy a great holiday but don’t want to travel far and deal with the crowds!? Then how about a laid-back, relaxing half-day mini-trip? Take your family or partner out for a stroll and enjoy this rare, precious time together...
Popular Japanese goods and souvenirs are now available in Taiwan too
The world’s only Rakuten Market “Super Bag” shopping tote makes its first appearance at Taipei’s Ximending Red House (Taipei Q Square)! To let Taiwanese consumers experience the shopping joy brought by the Super Bag, Taiwan Rakuten...