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Hong Kong’s outbound travel market continues to grow – ITE: Hong Kong’s only exhibition featuring new products and innovative travel offerings
In 2018, the total number of outbound trips made by Hong Kong residents reached 92.21 million, averaging 12.4 trips per person per year. Revenue from Hong Kong’s outbound tour groups recorded an 8.1% growth. A November online survey polled 1,000...
Natural is best: Taipei revamps hiking trails to promote eco-friendly mountain adventures
As concepts of ecological conservation and sustainable development mature, more and more people enjoy spending their holidays in the mountains to embrace the tranquility of green travel. The Taipei City Government’s Department of Rapid Transit Systems’ Earth Engineering Office has been working to promote...
The Mysterious Machu Picchu: A Sky City That Appeared Out of Nowhere?
Machu Picchu, the real-life inspiration for the Sky City in the works of legendary Japanese animation director Hayao Miyazaki. In the Quechua language, Machu Picchu means "old mountain peak." The ancient temple of Machu Picchu is located on a beautiful high mountain more than 100 kilometers northwest of Cusco, the former capital of the Inca Empire...
Taiwan’s No. 1 Spring Water Source—Join the Guanziling Hot Springs Festival in Tainan for a Soaking Good Time
As autumn and winter approach and the weather cools down, there’s nothing more comforting than soaking in a warm hot spring to rejuvenate your body and soul. The Guanziling Hot Springs area in Tainan has been a renowned scenic spot in Taiwan since the Japanese colonial period, and its high-quality waters are...
Marvel at the Purple Butterfly Valley in Maolin – Millions of Purple Crow Butterflies Make an Appearance
The “2014–2015 Maolin Purple Butterfly Valley ~ Biennial Butterfly-Watching Series” officially kicked off on October 18. Over the course of more than five months, in addition to butterfly-watching activities, the popular “Dona Black Rice Festival” remains part of the series...
Explore Kyoto and Experience the Ancient Capital’s Most Exquisite Beauty
Kyoto’s long-standing culture cannot leave a deep impression with just a cursory glance. Why not intersperse your itinerary with some cultural experiences? From handmade wagashi (Japanese sweets), tea-making, and origami to incense appreciation, strolling the streets in a kimono, transforming into a maiko (apprentice geisha), or creating your own favorite piece with yuzen dyeing — during these experiences, you can not only interact with adorable artisans but also glimpse the profound beauty of the ancient capital in a relaxed atmosphere. In fact, to accommodate foreign tourists, most Japanese cultural experiences avoid overly complex explanations, allowing visitors to gain a deeper impression of Kyoto’s traditional culture through hands-on participation.
A Unique Autumn: The Brilliant Colors of Bald Cypresses at Jingfang Garden
As the weather cools, the red leaves of autumn seem poised to burst forth, generating much anticipation. But beyond maple viewing, there are still plenty of stunning sights to enjoy in this colorful season of fall. In Changhua County, Jingfang Garden is nestled along the garden path of Tianwei Highway...
【Monday Foodie Spotlight】ATT4FUN Potager Garden – World’s First Vegetable Dessert Specialty Shop
Originating from Tokyo, Japan’s ‘world’s first vegetable patisserie – Patisserie Potager’, the sweet Japanese chef Aya Kakisawa, who studied...
Warm Winter in Kaohsiung: Be a Super Tour Guide and Win Prizes with Your Itinerary!
As Kaohsiung gradually transitions into autumn and winter, the rainy weather fades away, replaced by bright winter sunshine and cheerful moods. Basking in the gentle sunlight, a host of popular winter destinations are in full swing. Just how pleasant is Kaohsiung? The Kaohsiung City Government Tourism Bureau...
Autumn and winter in New Taipei are incredibly satisfying — soak in hot springs to warm up and enjoy delicious food!
As the weather cools down, there's nothing better than soaking in a hot spring to warm your body. In addition to its abundant sightseeing resources, New Taipei City also boasts impressive hot spring resources. Aside from the well-known bicarbonate springs (commonly known as "beauty springs") and sulfur springs, in the Jinshan-Wanli area there are...
Special Travel: Explore Taichung’s Five World-Class Landmark Attractions!
The National Taichung Theater is set to open on November 23, 2014. In recent years, numerous large-scale landmark buildings have been completed in Taichung, adding a wealth of design flair to the city’s urban landscape. We’ve specially compiled a list of Taichung’s well-known...
Autumn in Full Swing: 18 of the World’s Most Stunning Autumn Scenes
As autumn winds blow, they paint both cityscapes and mountain vistas in enchanting hues, wrapping the land in a serene and elegant atmosphere that adds poetic charm to travel scenes. Autumn is the best season for travel—not as scorching as summer, nor as harsh as winter...
Taiwan's first-ever LINE FRIENDS flagship store opens in vibrant Xinyi District
The social messaging app LINE, which has demonstrated tremendous popularity through exhibitions and summer pop-up stores, is set to open its first official LINE FRIENDS store in Taiwan this autumn at Breeze Songgao. The store will begin a trial run on October 18 and 19, and officially open on October 24.
The Autumn Tour of Sun Moon Lake: Light Travel & the Spectacular Fireworks Festival Kicks Off!
The annual "Sun Moon Lake International Fireworks, Music & Cycling Carnival" series of events kicks off this year from October 17 to November 9, featuring a total of six concerts over four weeks...
【Tuesday Travel Stay】Spend a Night in Jail at a Dutch Prison Hotel!
Spend a night in jail！The Dutch prison, established in 1862, was officially closed in mid-2007 and taken over by the VAN DER VALK hospitality group, which renovated the old prison into a four-star...
Golden parasols line the city streets as Taiwan goldenrain trees bloom!
As autumn arrives, besides enjoying the red foliage, you can now stroll along streets such as Dunhua South Road and Zhongcheng Road, where Taiwan goldenrain trees form tree-lined avenues. Their blooming flowers create golden parasols over the streets, officially heralding the arrival of autumn to the citizens...
Fulfill your knight-and-princess fantasies: The world’s 10 most beautiful castles
Castles were once seen as symbols of political dominance in a bygone era, but in today’s democratic societies, these magnificent and opulent structures have become favorite tourist destinations. Whether it’s their extravagant décor, the historical significance they represent, or simply their architectural brilliance, these stunning masterpieces of history offer visitors a wealth of experiences.
Trick or treat — Halloween promotions draw huge crowds!
Halloween is just around the corner. To let everyone soak up the spooky fun atmosphere unique to October, various locations have organized exciting and entertaining costume parties hoping to bring everyone together for some shared joy. In addition, major theme parks such as Janfusun Fancyworld, E-DA Theme Park, and Leofoo Village Theme Park are all offering special Halloween deals to ensure a thrilling October for all!
10 vanishing natural wonders — some places may be gone before you get there
In recent years, excessive human development and pollution have intensified global warming. Scientists have issued repeated warnings that if we don’t act now, irreversible disasters will follow. As environmental awareness grows, more and more...
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[Thursday Art & Culture] Poetry Transformed into Melody – The Moving Yu Guangzhong Poetry Concert Debuts
Poetry often best captures the charm of words as musical notes. Therefore, one of the performances at Hong Kong Week 2014, *The Poet’s Muse – Yu Guangzhong Poetry Concert*, presents the works accumulated over the years by Professor Yu Guangzhong...