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Tokyo Disneyland's Christmas Stitch train gets an adorable makeover!
With Christmas just around the corner, visitors to Tokyo Disneyland can already feel the festive atmosphere. The themed Stitch-painted train introduced this summer for the "Stitch Encounter" themed area has also donned a new Christmas outfit...
TSUM TSUM is here—let the adorable fun begin!
The lovable Disney TSUM TSUM characters are here for a party extravaganza at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Department Store. The “TSUM TSUM Fun Party” features supersized versions of these plump, round characters, bringing them from the virtual world into real life,...
The vibrant autumn hues of Maokong – a carpet of pink and white blooms is in full bloom
As deep autumn sets in, the Camphor Tree Trail in Maokong has also donned a colorful autumn outfit, with pink, peach, and white cosmos flowers in full bloom, greeting visitors with boundless vitality. The Camphor Tree Trail is approximately 1.1 kilometers long and is a gently sloping...
International Travel Expo Offers Discounts: MOOK Travel Books at Up to 34% Off
Known as the travel industry’s anniversary celebration, the ITF Taipei International Travel Expo kicks off on November 6 and will run for four consecutive days at the World Trade Center Halls 1 and 3. The event features 1,450 booths, with exhibitors from 60 countries and regions and 950...
Visit JAPANKURU at the Travel Fair – Experience popular cosmetics, BB creams, and yukata all in one place
The 2015 Taipei International Travel Fair officially kicked off on November 6 and ran for four days, closing at 7:00 PM on November 9. Domestic and international tourism organizations gathered to showcase their highlights and special deals, among which JAPANKURU, which emphasizes...
Taiwan’s Largest Travel Expo Kicks Off in Taipei – 2015 Taipei International Travel Fair
The longest-running and largest tourism event, the 2015 ITF Taipei International Travel Fair, will be held from November 6 over four consecutive days at the World Trade Center’s Hall 1 and Hall 3, featuring 1,450 booths. A total of 60 countries...
Taiwan’s New Gateway: The Design Competition Results for Taoyuan Airport’s Terminal 3 Unveiled
To meet the growing demand for air passenger traffic, Taoyuan Airport held an international design competition for Terminal 3 in June this year, inviting experts in terminal design from around the world to participate. The final results of the competition were officially announced on October...
Taste Night Markets Across Taiwan: A Guide to Recommended Homestays and Hotels
“Night markets” are a shared memory among Taiwanese people. With countless night markets featuring unique characteristics and hidden delicacies tucked away in alleyways, they not only captivate the taste buds of foreign visitors but are also an essential part of any casual trip to various parts of Taiwan for locals. ...
It's easier to visit the Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum – Travel the whole route with Taiwan Tourist Shuttle
The Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum will begin trial operations on December 28th at the end of the year. The Chiayi County Government has spent three years proposing the "Taiwan Tourist Shuttle – Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum Line", which has now been approved by the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation. Starting in March 2016...
Korean Cuisine Takes the Spotlight: 7 Must-Try Newly Opened Korean Restaurants
Korean cuisine has been making its way to Taiwan, whether it’s barbecue, hot pot, or fried chicken—each dish is so delicious that it’s hard to resist. Below, we’ve specially compiled a list of 7 Korean restaurants that opened in the second half of the year. In addition to Korean-style barbecue, ...
Star Wars global craze: Japanese railway launches Star Wars-themed train
The Star Wars movie hasn't even been released yet, but it has already kicked off massive promotional campaigns worldwide, sparking discussions. Japan's Nankai Electric Railway's Kansai Airport Express "Rapi:t" has also teamed up with the Star Wars film *Star Wars: The Force Awakens* to launch a collaborative train, the "Rapi:t × Star Wars: The Force Awakens," running from late November until May 2016, much to the excitement of fans.
Welcome the Year of the Monkey – 2015 Shilin Official Residence Chrysanthemum Exhibition Brings Journey to the West to Life
With crisp autumn breezes in the air, the Shilin Official Residence Chrysanthemum Exhibition kicks off in grand style from November 14 to 29. To mark the arrival of the Year of the Monkey, the Taipei City Government’s Parks and Street Lights Office has specially themed this year’s event as “Playful Autumn Chrysanthemums,” using a variety of chrysanthemum flowers to create...
Seeing Furano in Taiwan – A Stunning Hundred-Meter Sea of Colorful Flowers
You can witness the beautiful flower sea of Furano right here in Taiwan! The New Taipei City Government has created a floral spectacle comparable to that of Furano in Hokkaido, Japan. In early October this year, they used over 280,000 potted plants including poinsettias, angelonia, cosmos, petunias, golden dewdrops, and ligustrum to create a rainbow-colored flower sea stretching about 200 meters. It is now in full bloom at the Happy Ripples Park in Sanchong District. This expansive and vibrant ribbon-like floral landscape, bursting with a myriad of colors, is a rare sight to behold.
2015 Southern Taiwan Travel Passport – Enjoy Discounts Across Seven Cities and Counties
By / MOOK Travel & Lifestyle Editorial Team Compilation & Report
New Year's Countdown: Top 10 Countdown Cities Loved by Taiwanese
With less than two months to go before 2015 ends, have you decided where to ring in the New Year? A recent online survey asked Taiwanese people about their favorite countdown cities and ranked the top ten most popular destinations...
Absolutely breathtaking: Tsunami clouds appear in the Australian sky
The sky can actually experience a tsunami too！Recently at Bondi Beach in Sydney, Australia, thunderstorm clouds resembling massive waves engulfed the originally clear sky...
Mysterious Attraction in Miaoli – The Dreamy Rainbow Tunnel
The Gong Weixu Railway Tunnel, which has a century-old history in Miaoli, has recently been revitalized and redecorated by the municipal government with neon lights, transforming it into a magical rainbow tunnel. After images of this stunning site were shared online, they sparked discussions among netizens...
TransAsia Airways gets new planes, free 10KG extra baggage on Japan routes
With the booming demand for Japan travel, TransAsia Airways is upgrading its Japan services by deploying the more spacious Airbus A330 on the Tokyo route starting November. To celebrate the A330’s inaugural flight to Tokyo, the airline recently...
Rest Up Before Setting Off: Jiamei Lake Temporarily Closed to Hikers
Known as the "Angel’s Tear," Jiamei Lake will enter its "mountain quiet period" from January 5, 2016 (105 year in Taiwan’s calendar), until the end of March. The entire area will be closed, and applications for mountain huts will be suspended. With its stunning scenery and rich natural ecosystem, Jiamei Lake has become...
Prime maple-viewing destination in Central Taiwan – The leaves of Daxueshan are turning red
Daxueshan Forest Recreation Area is the most beautiful maple-viewing spot in Taichung, beloved by many travelers who adore maple leaves. Currently, about 20% of the maple trees in Daxueshan have turned red. The best time to admire the foliage is from mid-to-late November to the end of December. Visitors who love stunning scenery...