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Hokkaido Shinkansen Opens: Five Must-Visit Spots in Hakodate to Experience Northern Charm
The section of the Hokkaido Shinkansen between Shin-Aomori Station and Shin-Hakodate-Hokuto Station officially opened on March 26. Traveling on the sleek, speed-inspired Hokkaido Shinkansen—capable of reaching speeds up to 260 km/h—it takes just about four hours from Tokyo...
A Taste of Travel: 14 Must-Try Local Pastries in Europe
When traveling around the world, besides capturing beautiful scenery with your eyes, don’t forget to treat your taste buds to the world’s delicious offerings. Below is a list of must-try local pastries during your travels in Europe.
The secret hideout of the fairies: A dreamy tree chapel that breathes and grows
When talking about New Zealand, aside from knowing that its stunning natural landscapes served as filming locations for The Lord of the Rings movies, there are actually many surprisingly beautiful hidden gems. In the North Island of New Zealand, there is a vibrant "tree chapel" — a chapel that, as its name suggests...
Tulips Are in Full Bloom—Three Must-Visit Flower Spots
As the cold winter draws to a close, from plum blossoms to cherry blossoms and the beautiful, colorful tulips quietly blooming, spring is officially on its way. In Taiwan, the tulip season runs from December through the end of March. And when it comes to viewing tulips...
Spring Festival Flower Frenzy: Over 30 Hectares of Blossoms in Miaoli
With the arrival of the 2016 Lunar New Year, the Miaoli County Government has prepared a “Winter-Spring Flower Viewing Area,” setting up around 30 hectares of flower fields in Nanzhuang Township, Houlong Township, Tongxiao Township, and Yuanli Township. The floral varieties include cosmos, yellow cosmos...
Seventy varieties of camellias bloom to welcome spring — a pink-hued smiley sky ladder
The Nantou Monkey Well Sky Bridge Park has entered its camellia blooming season, featuring over a hundred precious camellia varieties from around the world, with more than seventy-five types on display. As you walk along the path, you’ll often catch the delicate fragrance of camellias, and can even...
Capture love and luck in one go: Two must-photograph star landmarks in Tainan
With the Spring Festival approaching, the Qigu Salt Mountain in Tainan is currently showcasing a giant statue of the Love God, creating the most unforgettable happiness hotspot of 2016. The Qigu Salt Mountain always delivers “big” surprises—before the Love God, it displayed the country’s largest...
A Grand Collection of Cartoon-Themed Restaurants in Taichung: The Largest Charlie Brown Café Branch Is a Hit
Cartoon-themed restaurants are popular, whether it’s the adorable and buzz-worthy characters filling the space or the uniquely designed themed meals that captivate everyone. The most beloved cartoon-themed restaurant, the Charlie Brown Café, is set to...
Seven Cruise Train Routes: Experience Cherry Blossoms, the Palace Museum Southern Branch, and More
Not sure how to plan your trip? Between January and March, Taiwan Railways introduces seven distinctive "cruise-style train travel packages." In addition to popular attractions like Taitung’s Chishang’s Boran Boulevard and Dulluan Station, this time...
Cherry blossom viewing isn’t only in Japan — the world’s most beautiful cherry blossom avenue is dreamily colorful
Cherry blossom viewing isn’t only in Japan. In Bonn, Germany, there’s the world’s most beautiful cherry blossom avenue, and its dreamy scenery attracts visitors from all over the world every spring. “Bonn” was the capital of West Germany during the Cold War era, ...
2016 Japan cherry blossom forecast released – seize the best blooming period
As spring approaches, delicate pink cherry blossoms are ready to bloom. The 2016 Japan cherry blossom season forecast was officially released on January 14. According to the Japan Meteorological Corporation, from March 22, you can expect to see...
Teddy Bear Exhibition Debuts in Taipei with President Chiang Bear Greeting Visitors
The third "Lohas Bear Urban Carnival," themed "Teddy Bears and the City Make a Date," concluded its Taichung exhibition on the 14th and launched a one-month indoor and outdoor exhibition starting on the 16th at the Shilin Official Residence in Taipei. This marks the first time Taipei has...
The Ultimate Camping Experience: Enjoy Starry Skies in an Oasis Tent
Living in a city filled with high-rises and bright lights, lying back and simply gazing at the stars can seem like an incredibly luxurious thing to do. Yet, this has also sparked enthusiasm for outdoor camping among many. ...
Admire cherry blossoms and enjoy lantern festivals – Celebrate a unique Lantern Festival in Okinawa
Okinawa is the earliest place in Japan where cherry blossoms bloom. Starting from around late January, cherry blossoms gradually come into full bloom from the northern to the southern parts of Okinawa’s main island. You can still enjoy the beautiful pink blossoms if you visit through mid-February. Besides the cherry blossoms...
Eating Up in the Sky and Down in the Sea: The World’s 5 Coolest Restaurants
Theme restaurants are opening one after another—whether cartoon, animal, or maid-themed, they’re not hard to find—but beyond these, there are also many outrageously unique restaurants around the world. Whether up in the sky or down under the sea, their goal is to offer diners an unforgettable dining experience. Be sure to check out these spots if you get the chance.
Another viral drink in Tainan: the uniquely special Lotion Coffee
Tainan boasts a wide variety of cuisine, featuring not only classic traditional snacks but also many new desserts and drinks that have gained popularity through youthful creativity and clever marketing. Following the eye-catching “Little Fresh Meat Milk Tea” and the limited-edition “Longevity Milk Tea,” now...
Sunlight Onsen Festival Special Offer: Free Hot Springs at 11 Hotels
From February 6 to February 29, 2016, Nikko City in the northwest of Tochigi Prefecture will host the “Nikko-Kinugawa Onsen Festival.” During the event, hotels will offer special New Year’s cuisine and free hot spring bathing, and guests staying at participating accommodations...
Winter vacation and Spring Festival travel peak season: 38 problematic travel agencies to watch out for
With the winter vacation travel peak approaching, to protect the rights and interests of travelers, the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation has announced a list of travel agencies that require attention, aiming to prevent consumers from suffering losses when purchasing travel packages. The list covers the operational status of travel agencies from June 19, 104 (2015) to January 15, 105 (2016)…
Can't get a reservation no matter how much you want to eat — Taiwan's top 10 hardest-to-book restaurants
Taiwanese people love food and often wait in line for hours just to eat. It seems the harder it is to get a reservation, the more delicious the food is perceived to be, and the more unattainable it is, the more people crave it. Here is a list of Taiwan’s most popular and hardest-to-book restaurants...
The stunning blend of yellow and pink – thousands of Kawazu-zakura trees burst into bloom during cherry blossom season
The Kawazu-zakura cherry blossom season in Kawazu Town, Shizuoka, is a major local event. The blossoms begin to bloom in mid-February, with peak flowering occurring in March when the festivities reach their climax. There are 1,200 trees (800 Kawazu-zakura and...