After being dormant for over eighty years, Tainan’s historic Laiyi Department Store was revitalized and reopened in 2014 as a cultural and creative department store, becoming one of the must-visit attractions in Tainan. To celebrate the one-year anniversary of its reopening on June 14...
The “Hexing Charcoal Pit” in Taipei’s Xinyi District has re-emerged to public view after the city government carried out an environmental makeover of the surrounding area. Thanks to word-of-mouth among visitors, it has become one of the city’s up-and-coming attractions. But aside from the charcoal pit itself, many may not know that right next to the “Hexing...”
After an exhausting long-haul flight, one of the most comforting things is being able to sit by the window and gaze at the sea of clouds, the sunset, the ocean, or the landscape outside — watching the scenery change and imagining the upcoming journey...
During long-haul flights, it’s inevitable that you’ll have to eat on the plane. Most people have a negative impression of airplane meals, but research shows that when people are in a low-pressure environment, such as inside an airplane cabin at high altitude, their sense of taste becomes less sensitive than usual...
Wonderful holiday moments always make you want to take your family, partner, or kids out for a stroll. Northern Taiwan not only boasts beautiful mountains and seas but also offers tons of fun. Find a holiday to bring the whole family along for an adventure in the mountains and by the sea — explore Northern Taiwan together.
The Josie Hotel brand has once again expanded with its sixth location, officially opening in June in Jiaoxi, Yilan. Given the changing travel trends in Taiwan, an increasing number of travelers are venturing beyond urban areas, with easily accessible tourist destinations becoming popular choices for independent travelers. Among accommodation options, budget-friendly yet design-forward concept hotels are particularly favored by tourists. To cater to this demand, Josie Hotel is making its first foray into suburban areas with its sixth location, promoting itself as the highest value-for-money hot spring resort hotel on the Lanyang Plain. Even during its soft-opening period, the hotel attracted numerous fans eager to stay.
During a long journey, whether you're transiting or waiting at the airport, feeling drowsy and just wanting to find a secret spot to rest, imagine being able to lazily sip a cup of coffee or enjoy a simple, delicious meal under a sky full of stars...
In recent years, I’ve always wanted to plan a trip centered around cycling. To gradually achieve this goal, I decided to use Tamsui as my test case—experiencing cycling in an unfamiliar place while also carrying photography gear for carefree...
Once reported by British media and selected as one of the world’s top ten ghost towns, Japan’s “Hashima” is an abandoned island located about 19 kilometers southwest of Nagasaki City. Due to its battleship-like shape, it is also known as Battleship Island. In its early days...
The unique landscape of Cappadocia in Turkey has drawn many tourists eager to explore its wonders. Beyond the stunning surface scenery, the underground sights are equally breathtaking — a Turkish construction worker accidentally discovered...
To truly experience the charm of Sun Moon Lake, besides taking a boat ride or cycling to admire the most beautiful lakeside scenery, spending a little time walking along the trails around the lake is also a wonderful way. A leisurely stroll gives you more ample...
Located in the Waitomo area of New Zealand’s North Island, about a two-hour drive from Auckland, lies a world-class beautiful cave that remains unknown to most travelers. Although the indigenous Māori people have long known of the existence of these caves, it was not until 1887...
With summer vacation here and the yen depreciating, traveling to Japan has become a national craze. Capitalizing on the booming Japan tourism market, following China Airlines and TransAsia Airways adding direct flights from Tainan and Taichung to Osaka, low-cost carrier Tigerair has also announced a new Kaohsiung–Osaka route...
Using 240 sheets of paper and 740 meters of cable, the 2015 “X-site Project” first-prize winner *The Unknown Qualia* erected a massive paper structure in front of the Taipei Fine Arts Museum, creating 139 spatial images representing mountains, cities, and rooms...
Besides watching dragon boat races and eating zongzi during the Dragon Boat Festival, don't forget to look up at the night sky to see the smiling "double stars embracing the moon" phenomenon. According to predictions from the Central Weather Bureau's Astronomy Station, on the evening of June 20th, the Dragon Boat Festival, the sky will feature the "double stars embracing the moon" celestial...
Located at the southern tip of Taiwan, Kenting National Park was established in 1984, making it the oldest national park in Taiwan. It is renowned for its sunny weather, beautiful beaches, and stunning mountain scenery. Kenting National Park...
As the Dragon Boat Festival arrives, the aroma of zongzi wafts through every street and alley. The soft and chewy glutinous rice, paired with pork belly, mushrooms, salted egg yolks, or dried shrimp... just imagining it makes your mouth water. If you want to enjoy such deliciousness...
Officially opened on Valentine’s Day in 2013, Miracle Garden is located in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, and is the largest flower park in the world. Spanning approximately 72,000 square meters...
The flower fields in Datong Township, Yilan are in full bloom, covering an area of four hectares with sunflowers, cosmos, and zinnias. Set against Yilan’s blue skies, white clouds, and lush green mountains, the view is breathtaking. The Datong Township flower fields are located at the coastal park in Pizih Community...
Japanese Ichiran Ramen is not only loved by Taiwanese but also extremely popular in Hong Kong. Following the opening of its first branch in Hong Kong’s Causeway Bay in 2013, another location was launched in Tsim Sha Tsui in June 2015 as its second overseas branch. In addition to the familiar “Flavor Concentration Counter” dining space, the Tsim Sha Tsui branch also incorporates the design of Fukuoka’s traditional street food stalls with the introduction of “Ichiran Yatai” seating, filling the entire space with an authentic Japanese atmosphere. Moreover, the Tsim Sha Tsui Ichiran Ramen branch boasts a total of 182 seats, making it the largest branch in the world.