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Interesting！A Centuries-Old Church Mural Transforms into the Coolest Skatepark
Renovating old buildings holds an irresistible charm. Recently, in Llanera, Spain, an abandoned 100-year-old church—Santa Barbera—has been creatively transformed. In addition to being painted with vibrant...
Aurora Drift: A Seaside Hotel Like Snowflakes
Seeing the aurora is on the fantasy bucket list of many, but nowadays, Finland’s glass igloos just aren’t enough to catch the best views of the northern lights anymore. The Dutch water architecture firm Dutch Docklands is building a snowflake-shaped floating hotel for Norway...
Ultimate Comfort: Fast Fashion Brand HANNFORT Redefines Traditional Experiences
The globally focused functional casual footwear brand HANNFORT, which pursues ultimate comfort, is the first to fully utilize sports technology to create fashionable and comfortable genuine leather air-cushioned casual shoes. By breaking away from traditional thinking and incorporating fashion elements along with sports...
The Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum Grandly Opens – Must-Know Reservation Tips
The highly anticipated Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum began trial operations on December 28, 2015. For the first three months, free admission was available by reservation. Additionally, from 2:00 PM to 5:00 PM on the opening day, entry was granted to residents of Yunlin, Chiayi, and Tainan counties...
Asia's Largest Universal Studios to Open: Dual Magic & Dinosaur Experiences
The world's sixth Universal Studios is set to land in Gyeonggi Province, South Korea. Themed around Jurassic Park and Harry Potter, it is expected to be completed and open in 2020. Covering an area of 4.2 square kilometers, it will be 0.6 square kilometers larger than Japan's...
Watch the 101 fireworks without the crowds – Secret viewing spots revealed
As the year comes to an end, it’s time to prepare for the spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks show at Taipei 101. Want to enjoy the fireworks but avoid the city crowds? Consider heading out with friends to nearby hiking trails or riverside spots...
2016 Tokyo Colorful Shopping Festival – Thousands Shake It Up in Shibuya
The “2016 Tokyo Colorful Shopping Festival in Shibuya” ran from January 2 to the end of February 2016, lasting two months. For the first time, a shopping festival in Tokyo was organized by a Taiwanese company, with the bustling heart of Shibuya as its base,...
Rilakkuma Sweet Moments Special Exhibition – Super Cute Scenes Fans Will Love to Capture
Japan’s beloved healing character Rilakkuma has come to Taiwan!“Rilakkuma’s Sweet Moments Special Exhibition” will open at Songshan Cultural and Creative Park on December 26. This is Rilakkuma’s first large-scale solo exhibition in Taiwan, featuring multiple giant plush figures, hundreds of Rilakkuma design sketches, and over a thousand Rilakkuma merchandise items, including exclusive Taiwan-only goods. It’s a dream come true for Rilakkuma fans, even the girl group Popu Lady paid a visit to pay homage. The moment they saw the Rilakkuma figures, they couldn’t help but let out girlish squeals of excitement!
One more country added to the working holiday list in Europe, effective from 2016
Working holiday gets a new option. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs announced that
Explore the High Heel Wedding Church at the Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum — Fun Without a Car
Easier access to the Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum now available. The Yunlin–Chiayi–Tainan Coastal “Taiwan Tourist Shuttle — Salt Coast Line” has added a new route featuring popular attractions such as “Chiayi Haomeili” and the “Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum,” all of which are new stops. During holidays...
The Coolest Onsen Experience: Bathtub Hot Springs in the Desert
It’s perfectly normal to soak in hot springs when it’s cold, but who would’ve thought you could find a personal hot spring in the scorching desert that many tourists are eager to soak in? In the desert of Monroe, Utah, USA, there’s a place called Mystic Hot Springs...
Be an Adventure King in 2016: Conquer the World’s Top 10 Trending Travel Destinations
Tired of always visiting the same countries and cities as everyone else? Why not check out the list of emerging global travel destinations recommended by international travel review websites—those with captivating cultural scenery and far fewer tourists...
Hidden Gem: Stunning Winter Scenery – Kifune Shrine’s Special Illumination Event
During the autumn and winter seasons, Kyoto always attracts a large number of travelers. In addition to enjoying the poetic autumn foliage in the fall, winter offers the chance to admire ancient temples draped in silvery white, creating a uniquely charming atmosphere. One of Kyoto’s hidden gems, Kifune Shrine...
Send off the sunset and welcome the dawn — experience Tainan’s New Year countdown trilogy all in one go
You don’t have to travel abroad to enjoy New Year’s Eve. To welcome 2016, the Tainan City Government, in collaboration once again with the Yunlin–Chiayi–Tainan and Siraya National Scenic Areas, has launched a New Year’s Eve Trilogy, inviting everyone to plan a trip on the last day of 2015 to...
Family trips during Chinese New Year — Taiwan remains the top favorite
According to statistics, hotel bookings from Taiwan during the Lunar New Year holiday increased by 324.8% compared to the same period last year, making Taiwanese travelers the largest group among global visitors traveling to Japan during the Lunar New Year. Meanwhile, during the year-end New Year’s holiday, hotel bookings from Japan also saw significant growth, increasing by 70% compared to the previous year, ranking second only to Hong Kong.
Kyushu Pancake No. 2 Store: Simple Aesthetic & Taiwan-Limited Uji Matcha Menu
Kyushu Pancake was introduced to Taiwan on January 27, 2015, with its first flagship store opening on Fu Jin Street, successfully winning the love and support of consumers. On December 27, its second branch — Songyan Store — opened in the midst of a culturally rich...
New Year’s Holiday Special: Discount Info for 21 Theme Parks Across Taiwan
Are you planning where to go during the three-day New Year’s holiday in 2016? Sixteen theme parks across Taiwan have carefully curated special New Year’s activities and park discounts, including free entry for birthday celebrants and those born in the Year of the Monkey, as well as entry for just NT$199 if your registered address contains 2.0.1...
The More Beautiful as Night Falls: Top 6 Urban Night Photography Spots in Taiwan
The city lights at night always shine brilliantly and catch the eye, with each glow representing traces of people's lives. Compared to the usual starry skies in forests and mountains, urban night scenes hold an indescribable charm for many. Below is a list...
Hello Kitty Keeps You Company for 2016 – Food Recommendations After the Countdown Fireworks
Hello Kitty fans absolutely must not miss the first souvenir shop collaboration between “Hong Sakura Foods” and “SANRIO,” 【HELLO KITTY Taiwan Souvenirs】 ! Inside you’ll find a Hello Kitty-themed...
2016 Taipei Dawn Music Festival — Listen to music and view container art during the holiday
To celebrate Taipei as the 2016 World Design Capital, a series of large-scale events that blend international appeal with local character are being held. The first to kick off is the 【2016 Taipei Dawn Music Festival】, which took place on January 1, 2016, at Dajia Riverside Park...