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One of the Seven Wonders of the World — the Mayan Pyramids of Mexico
Mexico is a country where modern tourism blends with ancient civilizations. In addition to the world-famous beach resort of Cancun, it is also home to Chichen Itza, one of the New Seven Wonders of the World selected in recent years, representing the Mayan civilization...
Enjoy Cherry Blossoms in the City: 8 Must-Visit Spots in Seoul
To admire Seoul’s spring scenery, there’s no need to venture to the suburbs or mountains—there are plenty of great places to enjoy the season right in the conveniently accessible city center. Hidden within the metropolis are vibrant streets bursting with spring colors. Below, we’ve compiled eight must-visit cherry blossom spots. If you’re planning a trip to Seoul soon, why not plan a simple blossom-viewing getaway?
Must-visit Tokyo Outlet Week for shopping – luxury brands for just 1 yen
What can you buy with 1 yen? With just 1 yen, you might be able to purchase over 50 domestic and international brand-name products at the "Tokyo Outlet Week." For many travelers, shopping is an essential part of any trip to Japan...
Sweet and fluffy doughnuts from Little Piggy Cat that leave a lingering taste you won’t forget
Mister Donut’s doughnuts are bringing you “peanutty” good fortune！ To showcase the flavors of Japanese-style doughnuts, Taiwanese peanuts have been incorporated into the recipes. Starting March 29 (Tuesday), the “Peanut Goodness”...
One bite and it all oozes out — Tainan’s bursting cheese sandwich
Tainan is a food paradise in Taiwan, not only offering endless authentic traditional flavors but also constantly introducing eye-catching and fun snacks. Recently, on Guohua Street, a weekend-only bursting cheese sandwich stall has appeared,...
【 Backpacker】【Bornholm, Denmark】A Secluded Island: A Couchsurfing Travelogue
【 Backpacker】【Bornholm, Denmark】A Secluded Island: A Couchsurfing Travelogue
"Angel's Tears" Lake Jiaming Ends Its Quiet Period and Reopens
To allow nature ample time to rest, Lake Jiaming, known as the "Angel's Tears," entered a three-month quiet period starting January 5, 105 (2016), during which the area was completely closed and mountain hut applications were suspended. Now, the Taitung Forest...
Hidden Gems for Diving Enthusiasts: The World’s Hottest Dive Spot in Asia
Water activities are gaining popularity, and international diving expert Lee Yueyao recently came to Taiwan to share his diving experiences in Malaysia’s underwater paradise. He specifically introduced Sipadan Island, voted by renowned UK diving media SCUBA Travel as the world’s top dive site in 2016...
The seven-day labor holiday makes a big difference — 2017 gets two extra public holidays
In line with the implementation of the two-day weekend policy, the Ministry of Labor announced in late 2015 amendments to the Enforcement Rules of the Labor Standards Act, reducing the number of national holidays for workers from 19 to 12 days. The change took effect in 2016 and sparked controversy. Lawmakers demanded...
Nature-Inspired Library – Toyo Ito’s “Forest for Everyone”
Japanese architectural master Toyo Ito is probably the most well-known renowned architect to Taiwanese people. Architectural works such as the National Taichung Theater and Songshan Cultural and Creative Park eslite spectrum are his realizations of urban imagination. In 2015, Toyo Ito built in Gifu City...
Low-cost carriers launch child discounts; Scoot offers free fares for kids
Low-cost carrier Scoot offers 70% off on all routes for children, and kids fly FREE on Taipei-Fukuoka/Nagoya routes. Parents looking to travel with their kids at these discounted rates should grab this opportunity. ...
Tokyo’s must-try food: lobster-filled sandwiches that are insanely delicious
A super popular street food spot, Luke’s Lobster, has emerged on Tokyo’s Omotesando, stuffing sandwiches with generous amounts of juicy American lobster meat—each bite delivers the rich, sweet flavor of premium lobster, ...
Chibi Maruko-chan Cafe is a huge hit – extended run plus new Nagasawa Meat Buns
To celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Chibi Maruko-chan anime, Fuji TV in Tokyo’s Odaiba district launched a limited-time “Chibi Maruko-chan Café” on the first floor of the TV station starting March 21, 2015. It was originally planned to operate for just one...
The Shan Chuan Glass Bridge Reopens: Fee and Reservation Information
The Shan Chuan Glass Bridge, a popular attraction in the first quarter of 2016, often made headlines due to the relationship between large numbers of visitors and local residents. To provide a better and safer recreational experience at the bridge, Pingtung County Government closed the bridge from March 1 to April 15 for facility upgrades, and it reopened on April 16 with a fee for maintenance and management.
Healing Afternoon Tea Desserts: Limited-Edition, Super Popular Totoro Big-Eyes Cheese Cake
Enjoying delicious, beautifully designed, and adorable desserts can often brighten your whole day. Near Zhongshan Junior High School MRT Station, there’s a café called Choose Me Café, whose treats have dessert lovers going wild. The shop uses round cheese cakes to create...
The Pingtung Colorful Rice Festival Kicks Off, Featuring a 3D Airplane Rice Field
Following the huge success of the 2015 LINE-themed Colorful Rice Art Festival, the 2016 Pingtung Colorful Rice Festival returns on April 1st, this time moving to Longshui Village in Hengchun Town. This year’s colorful rice fields are a collaboration between the Pingtung County Government and the Evergreen Group...
Tainan’s Luermen Sky Fireworks Celebrate Lantern Festival with Spring Ox Firecrackers Drawing Crowds
The high-altitude fireworks show at the authentic Luermen Mazu Temple in Annan District, Tainan, attracts many visitors eager to watch and photograph the displays. To celebrate the Lantern Festival on February 16, the “Spring Ox Welcoming” fireworks and folk series activities are also held...
Fairy Tale Zhubei Celebrates Children's Day: Free Access to Minions Inflatable Play Area
Children's Day holiday is approaching. From April 2 to April 4, for three consecutive days from 10 AM to 5 PM, the "Fairy Tale Zhubei" event will be held at the square at the intersection of Section 1, Jiafeng 5th Road and Fuxing 1st Street in Zhubei City, inviting...
Peach Aviation pioneers Japanese-style cabin; the "SAMURAI" aircraft successfully sparks conversation
On April 1, Peach Aviation announced new cabin details on Facebook, stating that to provide international travelers with the most authentic "Japanese-style experience," they have created the world’s first Japanese-style aircraft, the "SAMURAI," with the entire cabin featuring...
Five Reasons to Visit Chichibu by Seibu Railway
If you want to get close to nature, enjoy scenic landscapes, and absorb the energy of the earth and sky, Chichibu—located in Saitama Prefecture not far from Tokyo—is an ideal destination. It boasts some of Japan’s most pristine natural surroundings...