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Riding the Virtual Reality Wave: Janfusun Resort Launches Dinosaur Roller Coaster
Following renowned theme parks in the UK and the US, Janfusun World has also introduced VR (Virtual Reality)! With a Jurassic Park theme, the resort has created the “VR Dinosaur Roller Coaster,” offering visitors an immersive adventure in a virtual world teeming with dinosaurs...
Travel to GO Helper: Small Item Storage & Outfitting Tips Revealed
With summer being the peak travel season, besides trip planning being a skill in itself, how to create a packing list and prepare travel essentials is also a key focus. MUJI proposes three essential travel items: “luggage packing,” “light travel,” and “travel journaling...”
Top 10 Popular Japanese Desserts You Can Enjoy Without Leaving Taiwan
In the first half of this year, many well-known Japanese dessert brands opened branches in Taiwan, sparking a wave of long queues. Now, people can enjoy these delicious treats without flying abroad. We’ve compiled a list of ten popular Japanese dessert shops that have set up shop in Taiwan...
Check out the new hotspots: The world's 15 most popular tourist landmarks
Every country or city has its most famous landmark, just like Taipei has Taipei 101, Tokyo has the Skytree, and New York has the Statue of Liberty—places all travelers will visit to take photos and check in. International...
Top 5 Breathtaking Scenic Spots in Okinawa – Summer Is Made for Visiting Here
Okinawa is a popular summer travel destination, with its azure waters and pristine white beaches attracting countless visitors for swimming and vacationing. Beyond that, Okinawa also boasts many unforgettable scenic wonders worth exploring. Below, we introduce...
New moon-gazing spot: The High Heel Church launches nighttime lighting
Located in Chiayi, the High Heel Church has now completed its leasing process. Starting in July, nighttime lighting will be activated, and it is planned to open the church grounds for visitors to have picnics on the lawn on the night of the Mid-Autumn Festival while admiring the illuminated High Heel Church,...
A Historic Landmark Transformed into a City Museum – Taichung Prefectural Hall Takes on New Life
Following the reopening of the century-old Taichung City Hall to the public on February 27, 2016, Taichung Prefectural Hall (formerly the Taichung City Government) had its urban renewal project (originally planned as a heritage hotel) canceled after Mayor Lin Chia-lung took office, with further plans to...
Disney's Castaway Cay: A Dream Paradise for Both Kids and Adults
If we’re talking about the most famous theme park in the world, there’s no doubt it has to be Disneyland. In 2016, a brand-new Disneyland opened with great fanfare in Shanghai, sparking yet another global wave of Disney fever. But besides...
Tyrannosaurus rex appears at Dongshi Port – Join the fun at the Sea Summer Festival
The 2016 Dongshi Fisherman’s Wharf Sea Summer Festival kicks off on July 9th, this year themed “Summer Fun Carnival.” During the two consecutive weekend holiday periods, there will be a variety of rich evening programs, as well as...
Hualien’s Red-Faced Duck Takes Summer Vacation – Stunning 3D Water Screen Show
The Hualien County Government is hosting the “2016 Red-Faced Duck Fun Summer” event, which kicks off in grand style at Liyu Lake from July 2 to August 4. In addition to water dance shows and light performances featuring the Red-Faced Duck, there will also be two new attractions: a water screen movie “Images of Lotus” and...
Typhoon Nepartak upgraded to moderate intensity — stay alert for typhoon prevention
The first typhoon of the year, "Nepartak," is gradually approaching Taiwan. At 8:00 AM on July 5, it intensified into a moderate typhoon, with its center located about 1,800 kilometers southeast of Eluanbi. It is moving northwest at a speed of 28 to 32 kilometers per hour...
Must-buy Japanese OTC cosmetics in summer: BB beauty pills, sun protection, and mosquito repellents are all super popular
Taiwanese travelers love buying Japanese OTC cosmetics, snacks (food), electronics, and other goods when visiting Japan. Recently, thanks to the boost from low-cost airlines, many travelers not only visit Japan more frequently but also make restocking trips a common occurrence...
Ultra-cool virtual reality: Put on the goggles and travel to space in 1 second
Virtual reality has been a hot topic lately. Even travel can be combined with virtual reality, giving rise to many new and diverse experiences. For example, amusement parks in Taiwan have used VR to create a Jurassic Park roller coaster, adding an even more thrilling and exciting dimension to the experience...
Sweet Tooth Must-See: Top 10 Sweet Shops in Tokyo 2016
Tokyo has many stunning dessert restaurants, with both appearances and flavors that leave a lasting impression on everyone who tries them. A sweet-themed trip is also an essential part of any visit to Tokyo. A well-known Japanese food review website has compiled...
Don’t Let Layovers Be Boring – 7 Fun Airports Around the World
Besides shopping at duty-free stores, eating, and sleeping, there are actually many unexpected surprises waiting for travelers to discover, such as IMAX theaters screening the latest blockbusters for free, energetic concerts,...
First Look at the 2019 Taipei Lantern Festival: Piggy Transforms into a Lion Dancer, Becoming the Spotlight of Ximending
With just two days to go before the official lighting of the 2019 Taipei Lantern Festival, Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je tried out the festival’s two main lanterns—“Blooming Hearts Shining Bright” and...
Have a Great Summer Vacation: Six Must-Do Events Across Taiwan
As summer vacation kicks off, many fun activities are being held across Taiwan, some of which are even free to join—perfect for students or families looking to have a good time together. We’ve rounded up six must-do events around Taiwan. For those still wondering where to go this summer...
Disney Princess Exhibition: Uncover the Hidden Secrets of the Princesses
The “POWER OF PRINCESS” Disney Princess and Frozen exhibition, which was previously held in Tokyo to great acclaim, has now been confirmed to run in Osaka from July 16 to August 15, and...
Lighten Your Luggage: A Must-Have Vacuum Compressor for Shopaholics
It’s easy to overshop while traveling abroad, and the biggest headache is figuring out how to fit all your purchases into your suitcase to bring them home. A Taiwanese design company has launched a compact vacuum compressor called “VAGO,” which, when used with...
Pompompurin Café Opens for a Limited Time This Summer
The popular Sanrio character "Pompompurin" has opened a limited-time café in Ikebukuro, featuring exclusive merchandise. The café will be open only from July 1 to August 21. Additionally, Pompompurin has been transformed into Ikebukuro’s owl mascot...