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The Minions iPass card is a huge hit—over 10,000 sold in a single week, with more bonuses in August!
The wildly popular Minions have not only dominated the box office but also created endless business opportunities. Starting July 8, the iPass card launched nine limited-edition “Minions” series cards, selling over 10,000 within just one week...
Eye-catching alert！New Wutai Civic Sports Center offers free trial use during soft opening
The eighth sports center in New Taipei City, the New Wutai Civic Sports Center, officially opened for a trial run from July 19 to August 1 and is scheduled to begin full operations on August 5. The five-story facility is well-equipped with a variety of sports amenities,...
Evening Light Shows Add to the Festivities – Free Entry to Yilan’s Cultural & Creative Park with Starry Nights
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Puppet Show Theater at the Cultural & Creative Park and the 20th anniversary of the Children’s Folk Games Festival. These two major tourist attractions are jointly promoting Yilan. From July 15 to August 23, the park is offering free entry after 7:00 PM...
2016 Shirakawa-go Gassho Village Illumination Info – Illuminate a Romantic Fairytale Night
Shirakawa-go Gassho Village in Japan is world-renowned for its iconic gassho-zukuri architecture. This once-isolated mountain village gained international fame after being designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1996, becoming a popular travel destination for both domestic and...
Hsinchu's First Sports Center Opens | Free Trial Available During Soft Launch
Hsinchu City’s first municipal sports center—and the first in Taiwan outside the six special municipalities—“Xinke Municipal Sports Center” began a 14-day trial operation on July 18, offering free access to the general public throughout the venue. The official opening will take place on August 1...
Emirates A380 Mega Aircraft Makes Its Grand Debut in Taiwan
With an extensive global network, Emirates has seen steady growth in the Taiwanese market since launching its Taipei-Dubai route in 2014, carrying over 280,000 passengers. To meet the demand from Taiwanese travelers for Emirates' products...
China's Most Beautiful Village – Like a Fairyland **Hemu Village**
Vast and diverse, China boasts many breathtaking landscapes, tranquil villages, and rich, vibrant cultures that attract travelers from around the world. Nestled deep in the mountains of the **northwest**, there lies a place hailed as one of China’s most beautiful villages by **China National Geography...**
A Summer Bike Ride: Discovering Taipei’s Most Beautiful Sunset
Summer is the perfect season for joyful outings. In Yanping Riverside Park, the Taipei City Government has not only widened the bike paths but also added riverside walking trails. Especially eye-catching are the two shiny “landscape kinetic walls” next to the Dunhuang Wharf sluice...
【Eat & Drink】Perfect Spots for Night Owls: 5 Cafés to Visit When You Can't Sleep
Can't sleep late at night and want to find a place to relax, read a book you never have time for, or simply enjoy a cup of coffee and a slice of cake while spending some quality time alone? Here’s a list of five cafés that stay open late...
Different from what you’d expect — 8 uniquely designed McDonald’s you’ve never seen before
Ever found yourself abroad, not knowing what to eat? Sometimes, you just crave a taste of home. That’s when McDonald’s becomes your best friend. In fact, around the world...
【Buy Goodies】Weak Yen Fuels Proxy Shopping Frenzy — These Home Appliances Are the Hottest Picks!
Over the past year, the depreciation of the Japanese yen has driven Taiwanese travelers—who have always loved visiting Japan—even wilder. In addition to seizing the opportunity to travel, a shopping craze has emerged. From the most popular high-performance multi-cooker steam ovens to home helper robot vacuum cleaners and other high-end home appliances, they’ve all become must-buy targets for bargain hunters. Below, we’ve rounded up some of the best-value electronics most favored by Taiwanese, so take advantage of the weak yen—buy now and save!
The world’s first Doraemon Fun Run kicks off adorably
Attention all Doraemon fans! Following the sensational 2012 “100th Anniversary Before Doraemon’s Birth” exhibition that saw 100 Doraemons tour around Taiwan, Doraemon is now inviting fans to enjoy the fun of a fun run...
Romantic fireworks light up the night sky – The 2015 Dadaocheng Music Valentine’s Festival kicks off
Have you decided where to take your loved one for this year’s Qixi Festival? The 2015 Dadaocheng Music and Fireworks Festival will dazzle the night sky at Yanping Riverside Park on August 15. A breathtaking display of fireworks will be set off, accompanied by a series of...
【Stay Spotlight】Low-Key Elegance on Fishlight Island: Mao House in Tainan
Tainan’s Fishlight Island is located near Anping Fort. A secluded and tranquil sediment-formed sandbar, it is accessible only via the Fishlight Bridge—a single structure connecting two worlds and lending the island an air of mystery.
Dance with sharks in the belly of the sea: Honduras' Dreamy Blue Hole
The world is full of wonders. About 60 miles off the coast of Belize City, near the Honduras Blue Hole, lies a vast underwater blue hole of endless deep blue. With its mysterious and perfectly round opening, it resembles a deep blue... when viewed from high above.
Freezing to the Bone: Tokyo Tower's Summer Limited Haunted House
When the weather is hot, besides swimming, why not try another kind of cool challenge? From July 18 to the end of August, Tokyo Tower has set up a limited-time haunted house on the first floor, themed around “The Child in Tokyo Tower...”
Pink cotton candy is ultra romantic – 7 major spots in Taiwan to admire pink trumpet trees
The soft, fluffy flower clusters hang high on the trees, like piles of pink cotton candy filling the sky. Spring is the blooming season of pink trumpet trees, and all of Taiwan is immersed in a pink sea of flowers – incredibly dreamy. The spectacular explosion of pink trumpet blossoms...
Mugumuyu faces trash issues; new rules limit visitors
Mugumuyu in Hualien, which had been closed to the public for 11 months since July 2014, reopened in early June this year, attracting many tourists. However, it has also led to problems with littering and vehicle control, causing...
The Bopiliao Pool sparks controversy over alleged plagiarism of Kanazawa Museum of Art design; closed indefinitely
Kaohsiung’s Bopiliao Art Zone recently unveiled a new public art installation “Pool Rooftop,” attracting many visitors for photos and check-ins, but it has also been accused of plagiarizing a renowned artwork by artist Leandro Erlich...
French Delights’ Song of Flavors: Irresistible & Unforgettable — The Eye-Catching Pineapple Cakes Make the Perfect Souvenir!
Pineapple cakes have always been the most popular souvenirs among both domestic and international travelers. These crispy and delicious treats are filled with slightly tangy pineapple fibers that leave a lasting impression. Coming from Kaohsiung, French Delights’ Song of Flavors Bakery offers baked souvenirs that are not only affordably priced but also...