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【Thursday Art & Culture】Taipei Railway Culture Festival: Explore Lucy Taipei Railway Workshop
Built in the 1930s and known as the "train hospital," Taiwan Railways' Taipei Railway Workshop is hosting its second Railway Culture Festival. Themed "Glamour. North Workshop" this year, the event runs from September 27 to October 26 for a month...
Hello Kitty Lifestyle Goods – Find Them at Tokyo’s Popular AWESOME STORE
Household goods and home decor are gaining more attention. Travelers who love Japanese style never miss a chance to explore their favorite shops when visiting Tokyo. In Japan’s highly competitive household goods market, the popular Tokyo brand AWESOME STORE stands out...
A Three-Day Romantic Tour of Tainan’s Sea, Mountains, and the Crystal Chapel
The coastal area of Tainan boasts pleasant scenery filled with warmth and romance, and with the crisp autumn weather, it’s perfect for couples and families to explore. Until the end of the year, Tainan is hosting numerous exciting events. In addition to activities in the Yunlin-Kaohsiung-Tainan Coastal National Scenic Area...
Watch the National Day fireworks in Taichung—traffic tips to avoid congestion!
This year’s National Day fireworks have moved to Taichung. On the evening of the 10th, a spectacular 40-minute fireworks show will light up Taichung Harbor, followed by a 20-minute display the next night (the 11th). With a three-day holiday, an estimated 500,000 people are expected to flock to the Taichung Harbor stage area to enjoy the show.
Nighttime Blue Tears at Beihai Tunnel – A Breathtaking Sight You Must See in Your Lifetime
Located in the Matsu Archipelago at the northernmost tip of Taiwan, most travelers’ impression is that of a frontline military outpost. But Matsu is actually an island rich in natural landscapes. Aside from the absolutely stunning Blue Tears – a must-see spectacle in your lifetime – there are many other beautiful sights distinct from those on the main island...
Hotel KARL Lagerfeld by Karl Lagerfeld Design in Macau!
The passing of fashion icon Karl Lagerfeld has left us in mourning, but the classic designs he created will live on forever. SJM Macau gaming group announced that they will continue to complete his personally designed...
The World’s Most Beautiful Street – Brazil’s Rosewood Avenue
If you have the chance to visit Porto Alegre in Brazil, Rua Gonçalo de Carvalho, known as the most beautiful street in the world, is an absolute must-see...
Tainan Goes Dutch: The Deyuanpi Windmill Festival Is Coming Soon!
Deyuanpi Dutch Village is located in Liuying District, Tainan City. With its abundant ponds and wetland ecological environment blending harmoniously with green spaces, it creates a breathtaking pastoral landscape. The Dutch windmills within the park are its main highlight. Earlier this year, in conjunction with...
2015 Holiday Travel Guide: Plan Ahead for a Relaxing Escape
The Directorate-General of Personnel Administration has released the calendar for the year 104 (2015), which includes 115 days off, comprising six consecutive holiday periods: the Lunar New Year’s Eve and Spring Festival, Peace Memorial Day, Children’s Day and Tomb Sweeping Day, Dragon Boat Festival, Mid-Autumn Festival, and National Day.
Art Museums Aren’t Just Buildings—Tugou Rural Art & Farming Fun
The 2014 Tugou Rural Art Museum officially opened on October 4. Visiting the exhibition in Tugouli, a remote small rural village located in the northernmost part of Tainan City’s Houpi District, might leave you puzzled when you don’t see a physical art museum building...
Autumn Urban Green Travel: Top 10 Mountain-Friendly Hiking Trails in Taipei for a Lively Getaway
As the season gradually deepens into late autumn, the sunlight is no longer scorching, and the air turns from muggy to cool—making it the perfect time to connect with nature. The Taipei City Government recommends 10 hiking trails. Take advantage of the crisp weather, hit the trails to the suburbs...
It's the perfect time to admire the autumn foliage！ The tranquil paths of Yuanli's maple groves glow with golden hues and vibrant reds.
As autumn deepens, maples and Japanese maples gradually turn shades of red and gold. Grab your camera, throw on a light jacket—the maple-viewing season is quietly upon us. In the 45th issue of the high-speed rail magazine last year, architecture expert Professor Gong Shuzhang introduced the beauty of Huatao Kiln through a single photo...
【Monday Foodie】The Lab of Meat Aroma: Donkey Restaurant L’IDIOT RESTAURANT
“Can you smell that strong cheese aroma?” said Fudy, owner and head chef of Donkey Restaurant. It’s currently 4 degrees Celsius, though it usually hovers near zero. We’re inside Donkey’s dry-aging room, a space that looks like a freezer container. Shelves are neatly lined with large cuts of beef labeled by different cuts and aging days, their dry textures and vivid crimson hues exposed. Aside from the cold, as Fudy mentioned, the air is indeed filled with a rich cheese-like fragrance.
All-Round Appraiser Q: Lynn Minmay showcases extraordinary appraisal skills at the Louvre in Paris
Adapted from the ninth installment of the bestselling novel series "The All-Round Appraiser Q Cases," this highly anticipated film marks the dream collaboration between superstar idols Lynn Minmay and Takeru Satoh. Directed by the acclaimed filmmaker behind "Library Wars," the latest installment, *All-Round Appraiser Q: The Mona Lisa's Eye*, has been released in Taiwan. The movie features stunning street scenes of Paris, including iconic landmarks such as the Arc de Triomphe and the Louvre. It is the first Japanese film to shoot on location inside the Louvre, presenting breathtaking visuals that transport audiences to the elegant and magnificent world of art. The training camp scenes were filmed in Karuizawa, a renowned Japanese resort destination, offering picturesque scenery amidst the thrilling and fast-paced narrative.
Encounter Versailles in Tainan: The Chi Mei Museum Is About to Make Its Debut
From the 86 Freeway, the Chi Mei Museum looks like an extravagant building reminiscent of Versailles, giving you a fleeting moment where you might think you’re in the town of Versailles, the capital of Yvelines in southwestern Paris, France, visiting the world-renowned cultural...
A clinic that wafts the aroma of coffee – Dadaocheng’s Bao’an 84!
The Dadaocheng area still retains many vestiges of old Taipei in its streetscapes and architecture, where the glories of the past have faded with time. Bao’an Street, locally known as the “old market,” was the most densely populated area among Taipei’s various districts during the Japanese colonial period. In...
Madrid’s Unbelievable Wonder – The Vast Sheep Migration Festival is About to Begin
Beware of the sheep！Spain’s annual seasonal transhumance festival, the Fiesta de la Trashumancia, is set to kick off on October 26, when you can witness the fascinating sight of hundreds of sheep passing through...
Autumn in Shirakawa-go: A World-Class Maple Journey
The thatched-roof villages of Shirakawa-go were designated as one of Japan's UNESCO World Heritage Sites in 1995. Visitors flock here to witness the now rare and precious "pristine rural scenery of Japan’s mountain valleys."...
【Wednesday Special】Book early for Club Med’s spring break vacation and enjoy a top-tier skiing experience for the first time!
Want to go on vacation with your partner or family, but stuck when deciding on a travel route or discussing the itinerary? Or unsure which vacation style is best suited for both of you? The French resort group that excels in holiday planning—...
【Tuesday Travel Stay】Once-in-a-lifetime experience: Sweden’s Icehotel
In winter Scandinavia, where snow and ice cover the land, it feels blissful to retreat to a cozy hotel after a day of exploring and enjoy a warm cup of coffee. But in Sweden, one business goes against the grain by creating an icy...