Travel
The Qijin Rainbow Church: A New Highlight for Outdoor Photos
Starting July 1, the EasyCard has been made available for use on the Kaohsiung MRT, making travel for sightseeing in Kaohsiung more convenient. Visitors can take the MRT and the Qijin ferry using the EasyCard to plan a one-day trip, and also visit the recently viral...
The dirtiest place isn’t the toilet — five bacterial hotspots in the cabin
Airplanes are one of the most commonly used modes of transportation today, and the lavatory is generally considered one of the less clean areas. However, because it’s used frequently, it’s actually one of the spots that cleaning staff focus on sanitizing the most...
Watching the sea and relaxing is so delightful – Top 5 coastal cafes in Okinawa
Okinawa, not far from Taiwan, is a dream vacation destination for many, boasting pristine white beaches and stunningly blue waters. Of course, you can’t miss trying the delicious local Okinawan cuisine, and neither should you miss the following...
Pastel-colored wooden cabins: a dreamy mountain retreat
Want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and enjoy a comfortable environment surrounded by mountains and forests? Head to “Fucun Health Farm,” where you can stay in dreamy pastel-colored wooden cabins and savor delicious meals made with pesticide-free organic ingredients...
Factory Tour Experiences: 5 Free Attractions in Tokyo
Tokyo is the top travel destination for Taiwanese tourists, but if you want to have fun in the expensive city without breaking the bank, free factory tours are the way to go. Japan has many well-known companies that operate visitor-friendly factories or memorial halls where...
Class One, Year One is in session – A café hidden inside a school
Inside an elementary school classroom, the big blackboard doesn’t display the teacher’s lesson plan but today’s special menu and the sources of the ingredients. This is “Hare to Ke Café T2” located in Tokushima, Japan – a café created from an abandoned...
Popular Ice Cream Spot Little Cool Courtyard Offers One Limited Flavor per Day
A specialty ice cream shop nestled in an alleyway, “Little Cool Courtyard” uses seasonal fresh ingredients to handcraft unique flavors. Each day, only one flavor is available, depending on the available ingredients. By combining various teas, liquors,...
Experience the New Look of a Port City: Five Must-Visit Attractions in Kaohsiung
Kaohsiung is a romantic port city where old and new cultures collide to create unique sparks, resulting in many charming sights and adding to the city's allure. Get ready to explore the local charm of Kaohsiung. ...
Northern Taiwan's Longest Terrazzo Slide – A Great Spot for Springtime Fun at Qingqing Grassland
Located in Hsinchu City, the “19-Hectare Qingqing Grassland” features the longest terrazzo slide in northern Taiwan, which officially opened on July 29. The terrazzo slide is 54 meters long in total, designed along the mountain slope in four sections,...
Creative New Ways to Eat Gua Bao: Taichung’s Hidden Culinary Gems
When traditional gua bao meets modern creativity, the blend of old and new sparks unique flavors. Tucked in the Taichung Railway Station commercial area, “Shengqiao Gua Bao” is a cozy 5-ping shop infused with a strong retro Japanese vibe, serving...
Traveling to the UK after Brexit offers great value — Discover five top hidden itineraries in London this summer
This summer is definitely the best time to visit the UK for great value-for-money travel. Following the UK’s Brexit referendum, the British pound has depreciated over 10% against the New Taiwan Dollar. Hotel operators also noted that in 2015, the average nightly hotel rate paid by Taiwanese travelers in London was NT$5,945...
Change the world with illustrations！ The Asian Illustration Awards debuts in Taichung
The annual illustration extravaganza "2016 Asian Illustration Annual Awards" grandly opens at the Taichung Cultural and Creative Industries Park, running from July 20 to August 30. The exhibition features internationally renowned illustrated characters such as "Hatsune Miku"...
Stop just watching movies and having big meals together — 6 dating ideas for couples
Always going out for meals and shopping or watching movies with your partner? Here are six activities you can do together that not only help heat up your relationship quickly but also let you get to know each other better — and they’re super fun. ...
How to Enjoy the Peach Blossom Lantern Festival Along the Stream: A One-Day Guide to Four Major Lantern Zones
The 2019 Taoyuan Lantern Festival kicked off on February 12, featuring four major lantern zones: the Sanmin Lantern Zone, Luzhu Lantern Zone, Guishan Lantern Zone, and Shuibiantou Lantern Zone. Aside from admiring the lantern displays, Taoyuan also boasts many unique attractions worth visiting...
Easy Travel in Taichung: A Two-Day, One-Night Getaway for Food, Fun & Relaxation
Planning a two-day, one-night light trip during the holidays? Taichung City is a great choice. You can enjoy delicious food and drinks, or experience cultural architecture full of humanistic art. With an EasyCard, you can enjoy free rides on city buses for the first 8 kilometers, as well as the first 30 minutes free on iBike public bicycles, making it easy to explore all of Taichung.
Experience Kyoto’s charm with just one coin: Six experiences for 500 yen
Kyoto is a popular travel destination loved by many visitors. Aside from enjoying beautiful scenery, those wanting to deeply experience authentic Japanese culture can participate in a variety of fun activities for just 500 yen...
The most talked-about this summer: Taiwan’s top five colorful fresh fruit popsicles
On a hot summer day, everyone craves a popsicle to cool off. In addition to various creative new flavors, this summer has seen a trend of putting whole fruits inside popsicles, creating vibrant and colorful fresh fruit popsicles. While enjoying the treat, you can also...
There are Pikachus in museums！ Pokemon Go is taking the world by storm
Pokemon Go is an augmented reality mobile game that has become a global phenomenon. By using maps and GPS positioning, players must move around the city to catch Pokémon. Many muse...
Giant Max Juicy Wheel Cake – A Unique Flavor That Really Stands Out
Traditionally, wheel cakes are known for classic flavors like red bean or cream. But “INO Ice” in Taichung has created innovative new flavors such as taro golden salted egg, French-style bacon shrimp, and matcha caramel custard pearl — truly eye-catching...
Star Gazing Craze: Summer Night Sky Over Alishan
Look up at the stars!\nIn the cool climate of Mt. Ogasawara and the refreshing high-altitude botanical garden, you can enjoy a serene, otherworldly moment whispering to the stars scattered across the sky. The Chiayi Forest District Office of the Forestry Bureau will host two sessions of the “YU-GU-WA-SU Ecological Activity” from August 6–7 and August 20–21 in 105...\n