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New York and Tokyo bring urban vibes to the North American Pavilion’s cross-disciplinary Saturday Night Glow
Taipei Fine Arts Museum’s Saturday Night Glow builds a creative energy hub through a series of city-themed lectures and cross-disciplinary sound and dance performances. From September to November, the focus will be on...
Customize Your Tour with Military Honors Welcome – Kinmen Launches Premium Travel Packages
With fierce competition in the tourism market, highlighting local characteristics has become a key challenge for regional authorities. Kinmen County — in collaboration with Kinmen National Park, the Kinmen Kaoliang Liquor Inc., Kinmen Ceramics Factory, as well as local F&B and specialty operators and travel-related businesses — is planning to...
A fireworks show paired with a world-renowned musical: Les Misérables, a Tony Awards-winning classic, returns at Sun Moon Lake
The "Les Misérables—Rising from Adversity" concert on October 20, part of the 2012 Sun Moon Lake International Fireworks and Music Carnival series performances set to kick off at Ita Thao Pier on October 13, will be led by conductor Chiang Ching-po of the Philharmonic Orchestra...
Taichung Coastal Arts and Culture Feast – Jia’anpu Art Fest Kicks Off Now
Recently, various local guided tours and cultural activities have been launched in the coastal areas of Taichung City. Themed around Dajia, Da’an, and Waipu, the “2012 Jia’anpu Art Fest” will run from today until September 27 at locations including the Zhongzheng Memorial Hall in Dajia District, Waipu Elementary School in Waipu District, and Haian Elementary School in Da’an District.
Autumn crabs are here—Jun Ting’s “Crab Quest” limited edition is now available.
As the weather turns cooler after the Mid-Autumn Festival, it’s time for the delicious season of autumn crabs. The rich crab roe and tender crab meat that food lovers dream of are about to make their appearance. From September 22 to October 31, Jun Ting Hotel is launching its “Crab Quest”...
Migratory birds are here: German artist builds colorful birdhouses as rest stops
The 7th Guandu International Nature Installation Art Festival kicks off today. Five invited artists have created works based on the theme "Migratory Birds Are Here," with installations located on the brick walls of old buildings along Guandu Old Street, ...
Visit the Ruins of St. Paul’s in Macau’s Macao district and play games to win round-trip air tickets for two
Want to experience Macau, where Eastern and Western history, culture, and architecture blend? Without buying a plane ticket or booking a hotel, the Macau Government Tourism Office will hold a Macau travel...
Taiwan Fun Pass to Taitung – Travel with Free Local Agricultural Products
As autumn approaches, Taitung County has launched the Taiwan Fun Pass with a “NT$160” transportation pass, a “NT$299” travel package, and the Taiwan Fun Pass Taitung Travel Passport. In addition, the county is offering various promotions, giving away seasonal agricultural and fishery products...
French delicacies on the table – French Food Festival kicks off nationwide on September 22
French cuisine has been recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity. In 2011, the first Food Festival (Fête de la Gastronomie) was held in France with over 6,000...
A crystal wonderland: Giants Valley turns entirely icy in winter
Nestled in the Alps, Innsbruck is a renowned Austrian tourist destination where Swarovski has created the magical Swarovski Crystal Worlds...
Autumn crabs are here: The New Taipei City Wanli Crab season kicks off
With the arrival of autumn, crabs — a delicacy that has foodies drooling — have entered their peak season. New Taipei City’s Wanli District, the largest producer of sea crabs in Taiwan, accounts for 80% of the island’s total sea crab catch. This year, local fishermen have teamed up with regional organizations...
Experience traditional culture at Kumamoto’s Sakura no Baba – Shiroisan
Learning history doesn’t have to be boring anymore. Sakura no Baba – Shiroisan, located right next to Kumamoto Castle, is an experiential park that opened just this past March. It presents the history of Kumamoto Castle in a dynamic way, allowing visitors to easily learn through hands-on activities...
Logitech UE Headphones and Speakers Make Their Stunning Debut
Logitech’s newly launched Logitech UE over-ear headphones, noise-isolating headphones, and wireless speakers blend stylish, vibrant designs that turn audio devices into perfect style accessories while showcasing...
24-hour marathon opening: Taichung’s top Chinese design event kicks off this weekend
The 2012 Creative Taichung—Top Chinese Design Festival will be held from September 22 to October 14 at the CMP BLOCK QIN Art Museum on Taichung’s Cultural Boulevard. This year’s two main exhibition themes are the “Chinese Designers Exhibition”...
Falling in love with Taichung’s Caotun Boulevard — where food and art experiences shine again
If you don’t want to travel long distances from north to south in Taiwan, nor hike mountains or explore seas, then heading to Taichung is definitely your best bet. Known for its delicious food and fun atmosphere, Taichung boasts various types of commercial districts including nature, culture, and shopping. In recent years, under careful planning, its tourism resources have become even more comprehensive and rich. Among them, the newly launched “Central District International Light Spots” three-year plan connects five counties and cities in central Taiwan. It no longer focuses on hurried sightseeing, but instead takes a “wellness & taste” perspective, allowing travelers to uncover touching stories in every corner and deeply experience central Taiwan.
Black Soil Land Art Exhibition: Russian Masterpieces Presented in Southern Taiwan for the First Time
Following the highly acclaimed "Moon from Afar" Russian Art Exhibition in 2009, the Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts has once again curated the "Black Soil Land: Russian Art Exhibition" from now until November 18, showcasing over a hundred paintings...
Relive foreign flavors through taste: 6 classic drinks to try in different countries
The Colosseum represents Italy, the Eiffel Tower evokes France, and the Taj Mahal is India’s most iconic landmark... The beautiful scenery along the way often unconsciously helps record the countries you’ve visited; and your taste buds help...
Celebrate Mid-Autumn with Thousands of Fireworks at Bitan & Free Mooncakes & Tea
As Mid-Autumn Festival approaches, the aroma of barbecue fills the streets across Taiwan. But besides barbecuing, the “Moon over Bitan” Mid-Autumn celebration in Xindian District will take place on October 7th at Bitan East Bank Plaza...
Guam’s Biggest Celebration: Uniting Micronesian Island Nations
Guam’s largest cultural celebration, the Guam Micronesia Island Fair, will be held from October 5 to 7 at Governor Joseph Flores Beach Park (also known as Ypao Beach Park) in Tumon Bay, Guam, for a duration of...
Affordable chain restaurants move in, making Taoyuan Airport no longer outrageously expensive
The general impression of airport food is that it's pricey and comes in small portions, which has long drawn public complaints. But now, that perception can change. The food court in Terminal 2 of Taoyuan International Airport, operated by President Chain Store Corporation, has officially launched its trial operation starting today...