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Tainan’s new attraction – o_Lake Waterfront Park sparks urban imagination
Tainan’s classic cityscape is loved by domestic and international tourists, and this beautiful city is about to unveil a new attraction, “o_Lake Waterfront Park,” which has generated much anticipation among both locals and visitors. Recently, the Tainan City Government held the “Fucheng Axis...
Shining Winter: White Illumination Festival Lights Up Sapporo
Hokkaido’s famous winter event, the “Sapporo White Illumination,” officially begins lighting up in late November, covering the entire city in dazzling bulbs and presenting the most romantic winter scenery. The Sapporo White Illumination originally started in...
The Gudetama Cute Cake Theme Exhibition Is a Big Hit
Gudetama, always shown in a slouched, laid-back pose, has won the hearts of many with its adorable and comforting image. Its immense popularity continues to sweep across Taiwan. In addition to the much-anticipated year-end themed exhibition “Gudetama Can’t Be Bothered Exhibition,”...
Japan-South Korea Travel Boom: New Tax Refund System to Launch in 2016
Travel to Japan and South Korea continues to surge, and to boost tourism, both countries plan to adjust their consumption tax refund thresholds and mechanisms in 2016. The Japanese government intends to lower the tax refund threshold for foreign visitors from 1...
Escape the cold and soak in a hot spring — the HowToTrip app takes you on a cozy winter adventure right at your fingertips.
As winter sets in and temperatures continue to drop, it’s the perfect time for a hot spring soak. Hot spring seasons across Taiwan have started one after another. With these seasonal events kicking off nationwide, a series of special promotions are also being offered. Why not give yourself a warm treat this early winter?
Most Breathtaking Sunrise Spot: Limited 3,000 Entry Tickets Available for Erliao
The countdown to New Year’s Day 2016 is about to begin. Erliao Mountain in Zuozhen District, Tainan City, has become one of the popular spots to welcome the first sunrise in recent years, attracting over 3,000 visitors in the past. This year, coinciding with a long holiday, bas...
Visit the filming locations of Game of Thrones, the resting place of Columbus, and the city of the opera Carmen
Seville (Sevilla), Spain’s fourth-largest city, was ranked first among the “Top 10 Cities to Visit in 2018” by the globally renowned travel guide Lonely Planet...
Life is so hard and I'm so tired of it all. 20 Existential Quotes to Read Before Traveling
Do you wake up every day feeling disillusioned and unmotivated? Sick of being bombarded with the same old positive vibes every single day? Sometimes you just want to stay put, right? Who says you have to keep moving forward? Life is tough and exhausting — we all deserve...
Mika Ninagawa’s First Solo Exhibition in Taichung！Breathtaking Floral Imagery Like a Paradise
Mika Ninagawa, a renowned Japanese photographer and director famous for her lavish and vivid floral photography, is holding her first-ever solo exhibition in Taichung titled 《Eternal Scape: Eternal Scenery》. Combining imagery, water...
Dessert lovers, rejoice: Japan’s must-try treat PABLO is coming to Taiwan
The ultra-popular semi-melted cheese tart “Pablo,” a must-try dessert in Osaka, Japan, is set to arrive in Taiwan in late December. Its first branch will open at “HOYII Taipei Main Station” inside Taipei Railway Station, featuring both a “takeaway store”...
Festive Christmas Vibes: 6 Must-Visit Christmas Events Across Taiwan
As Christmas draws near, Christmas trees have been set up across Taiwan, adorned with charming festive lights, creating a warm and delightful holiday atmosphere. In addition, Christmas events in areas including New Taipei, Tainan, Pingtung, and Taichung are...
The Cotton Tree in Full Bloom – A Must-See Pink Flower Tunnel in Winter
While spring cherry blossoms are a favorite among flower and travel enthusiasts, winter also offers a pink sea of flowers that often leads visitors to mistake them for early-blooming cherry blossoms. In fact, these are Cotton Trees (Ceiba pentandra), whose spectacular blooming season features large pink blooms that completely envelop the trees...
Arrange your own stay – employee-free hotels are gaining popularity
If you dream of a holiday where you don’t have to interact with anyone and can enjoy complete relaxation, Germany’s Buddy Hotel might be a great choice. It breaks away from conventional hotel expectations...
Maruko Celebrates Birthday as Cherry Family-Shaped Donuts Go on Sale
The classic Japanese cartoon "Chibi Maruko-chan" TV animation has reached its 25th anniversary, accompanying many children and adults through joyful childhoods. The characters in the show are all distinctively personalities, and the animation often unfolds humorous little stories through Maruko's interactions with her family and friends...
Taiwan's First Disney-Certified General Store Zakka House Opens
Taiwan’s first officially authorized Disney general merchandise store, Zakka House, officially opened on the second floor of Breeze Song Gao in Taipei’s Xinyi District on December 9. From now on, Disney fans won’t need to fly...
Staying in a train station — Taiwan Railways’ Railway Hotel to open
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LINE fans go crazy for pilgrimage — the world's largest flagship store & café opens
LINE FRIENDS fans have another pilgrimage spot to visit. The second LINE Friends Store & Cafe flagship store in the world has...
Christmas Tree Light Festival Embraces Jimmy Liao Style, Bringing Warmth to Taipei Streets
In recent years, during the Christmas season, Taishin Bank has decorated the Ren’ai Roundabout near the Taishin Financial Center. This year, Taishin has specially incorporated elements from the renowned picture book author Jimmy Liao’s work 《Don’t Forget to Hug Me Once》 into the Christmas decorations, hopi...
Five online check-in tips to skip the airport queues
Many travelers are used to waiting in line at the airport counter when flying abroad, often facing the hassle of long queues. To save time, besides printing your boarding pass in advance or saving it to your phone...
Adorably overwhelming: Taoyuan Tamashiro Hello Kitty Ice & Snow Christmas Exhibition
With the festive Christmas spirit in full swing, various locations across Taiwan have launched themed Christmas events to celebrate the season warmly. This year, Taoyuan Tamashiro Shopping Mall has teamed up with the super-cute Hello Kitty to present the “Ice Field Fantasy Journey”...