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Come to "Jia" for the Spring Festival！ Enjoy the flowers and birds at Alishan and Aoju Wetland
During the Spring Festival, the Alishan National Forest Recreation Area is in full bloom with mountain cherry blossoms, while pristine white calla lilies stand tall to welcome visitors, attracting numerous flower enthusiasts every year. Another popular leisure spot, the Aoju Wetland Forest Park in Dongshi Township, is perfect for...
Love, Don’t Fade Away – A moving LGBTQ+ love story romantically presented in Manhattan, New York
"Love, Don’t Fade Away" is a touching love story spanning forty years, featuring an exclusive Taiwanese love-themed promotional design created in collaboration with renowned illustrator Sunny Face. With Sunny Face’s unique and warm artistic touch, this joint creation perfectly captures the romantic atmosphere of the two protagonists strolling hand-in-hand through New York, including their talents in painting and music, as well as the city corners they explored. Every detail of their love story is beautifully presented in this Valentine’s Day special edition love declaration. The production team has also launched the campaign “Love Doesn’t Fade Away – Share the Simplest Form of Love.”
The Radiant Splendor: The Fashion Elegance of Dior Night
Following documentaries about renowned Italian designer Valentino, Harper’s Bazaar, and Vogue editor Diana Vreeland, director Frédéric Tcheng captures the legacy and rebirth of Dior’s spirit...
【Visit Accommodation】Hokkaido’s Limited-Time Ice Hotel – Spend a Night at Minus 10 Degrees!
Every winter, the pristine white snow transforms Hokkaido into a silver wonderland. With the arrival of the icy season, Hokkaido has now launched an ice hotel, offering guests the unique experience of staying in minus 10-degree temperatures. Only one group of guests is accepted per day to fully enjoy this world of ice...
Six Must-Visit Riverside Parks in Taipei for a Romantic Lunar New Year Holiday!
The worst part of traveling during the Lunar New Year? Traffic jams and crowds. Why not take a relaxing stroll or bike ride through the riverside parks and enjoy the flower seas? The Water Resources Bureau of Taipei City Government’s Public Works Department recommends six riverside parks that offer a stress-free experience full of activities — exercise, leisure, fun...
【Eat】New gem in Neihu: All-you-can-eat pickled cabbage pork hot pot
If you’re craving a pickled cabbage pork hot pot in Taipei, most locals would recommend the 50-year-old Taipei institution, Taipower Lijin Pickled Cabbage Pork Hot Pot. With its authentic flavors and nostalgic retro dining atmosphere, it’s beloved by many foodies...
2015 Yunlin Flower Sea Festival Transforms into Hokkaido – Giant Torii Gate & Romantic Blessings for Chinese New Year
Every year, Yunlin County's Dapi Township launches imaginative flower sea events that leave a deep impression. This year, the Yunlin County Government has once again partnered with the Dapi Township Farmers' Association to create a beautiful sea of flowers in the Hesali Community of Dapi. The festival kicks off on Valentine’s Day, February 14...
Number one in the world！The world’s first Hello Kitty-themed hot spring has made its debut
In recent years, an increasing number of Hello Kitty-themed hotels and restaurants have opened, attracting fans from around the globe. Now, Japan has created the world’s first Hello Kitty-themed hot spring...
No.1 Ramen in Kansai, Japan – Kami-za Ramen
When it comes to popular ramen in Japan, Ippudo and Ippudo Ichiran are usually the first names that come to mind. But if you’re talking about the top ramen in Kansai, you can’t miss “Kami-za Ramen” (神座ラーメン). Established in Osaka in 197...
【Visit Accommodation】GLAD HOTEL YEOUIDO Makes a Poetic Debut in Seoul
Yoido Island, dotted with skyscrapers, is home to Korea’s largest bank and the headquarters of major broadcasting and technology companies. Long known as the business hub of Korea, it has also earned the nickname “Manhattan of Seoul.” Now, this bustling area has been further enriched with the grand opening of the latest Design Hotel™ member — GLAD Hotel Yeouido — adding a beautiful new landmark to the district.
World’s Weirdest Tourist Attraction: Iceland’s Last McDonald’s
Wanting to grab a fast food meal? Just head to a fast food restaurant—that’s the most ordinary thing in the world. But going to a history museum to see a country’s very last McDonald’s meal? That sounds a lot more bizarre. In 20...
Heightened alert at Taipei 101 IS releases terrorist attack images
The official Twitter account of the extremist terrorist organization Islamic State (abbreviated as IS or ISIS) published various terror plans online on February 23, threatening attacks on major cities around the world, including an image showing an attack on Taipei’s famous landmark...
"Damn the Order" Snowy Shoot Captures Breathtaking Norwegian Scenery
The Berlin Film Festival competition entry "Damn the Order," starring Nordic film icon Stellan Skarsgård, tells the story of a father who loses his son and, in seeking revenge, unexpectedly gets caught up in a gang war. Little does he know, this will make his quest for vengeance even more satisfying...
Yangmingshan Flower Festival: A Blossom Spectacle of Cherry Blossoms, Daffodils, and Camellias
The Yangmingshan Flower Festival kicked off on February 7, with the much-anticipated cherry blossoms entering their peak blooming period. The 8,000 daffodils in the Lakeside Green Space Daffodil Area are also a major draw, with their sea of white blooms and delicate fragrance attracting large crowds of flower enthusiasts. Coinciding with the 228 Peace Memorial Day holiday, it offers visitors an excellent springtime spot for flower viewing.
2015 Miaoli Fire Dragon Festival！Dragon Dance and Dragon Frying Events in Full Swing
The annual Miaoli Fire Dragon series of events officially kicks off from February 27 to March 7. The first event is the Eye-Dotting Ceremony and Dragon Dance Competition on February 27. After the start of spring, auspicious dragons will gather...
【Stay in a Fairy-Tale Mushroom House】Live in the Home of the Smurfs at the Flower-Seeing Happiness Fairytale Mushroom House
Want to live in a mushroom house like the Smurfs and step into a fairy-tale scene for a night? This romantic idea can come true in Hualien! The Huālián Flower-Seeing Happiness Homestay has brought the red mushroom house from fairy tales to life...
Kyoto Higashiyama Lantern Path Illumination: 5-Kilometer Path of Candlelight Is Incredibly Romantic
Every March, in the Higashiyama area of Kyoto, Japan, after sunset, warm lights are lit in shrines, temples, and narrow alleys. During the illumination period, some temples also hold special events and open their doors for night visits...
The beauty of Kawazu-zakura cherry blossoms in full bloom — 1,200 trees line the waterfront for an astonishing sight
The Kawazu-zakura cherry blossom season in Kawazu Town, Shizuoka, is a major local event each year. It begins in mid-February and reaches full bloom in March, marking the peak of the festivities. There are 1,200 cherry blossom trees (including 800 Kawazu-zakura and...)
【Eat】Uzna Omom – Delicious Japanese-style Pancakes from Harajuku
Uzna Omom, a Japanese dessert shop originating from Harajuku, Tokyo, opened its first Taiwan branch in Taipei’s East District in 2013 and has been beloved by Taiwanese customers ever since. Starting in 2014, the brand actively expanded...
2015 Yanshui Beehive Rockets Festival – Essential Protection Guide
The 2015 Yanshui Beehive Rockets event kicks off on March 5th in full swing. Ranked among the world’s top three folk festivals, the Yanshui Beehive Rockets is an experience every Taiwanese should try at least once in their lifetime. Before the Lantern Festival in 2015, the rockets were displayed as ornamental lanterns at the Wu Temple Cultural Museum for public viewing...