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Top 5 Cycling Cities in Asia – Taiwan Makes the List
Cycling is extremely popular in Taiwan and has become a favorite leisure activity for many during holidays. Recently, a U.S. media outlet ranked the top five cycling cities in Asia, and one Taiwanese city made the list. You might also want to...
Tokyo Flash Trip: A 2-Day-1-Night Itinerary with Three Routes
Tokyo has always been a favorite travel destination for Taiwanese, and with the rise of low-cost airlines, travelers now have more flexible scheduling options. They can even purchase round-trip tickets to Tokyo for less than NT$2,000 on special deals...
2016 Taipei Riverside Music Festival & Dadaocheng Lovers' Day
The highly popular Taipei Riverside Music Festival has expanded this year to incorporate the much-anticipated "Dadaocheng Lovers' Day" event. This year’s lineup features renowned singers Chen f, Chairman Band, and Matthew Lien performing live. On the evening of August 6...
Asia's First Arthas Statue Unveiled on Taichung’s Calligraphy Greenway
In collaboration with a major gaming company, the Taichung City Government invited renowned Taiwanese-American Hollywood sculptor Sam Wang to meticulously craft a statue of the popular "Arthas" character from the Warcraft series, creating a new landmark on the Calligraphy Greenway. It is expected to...
Admire the Beauty of Waterfalls from the Air – Ruilong Scenic Spot, a New Attraction in Nantou
Ruilong Waterfall is known as the most beautiful waterfall in Zhushan Township. The waterfall stands approximately 30 meters tall with abundant water flow throughout all seasons, forming a magnificent landscape together with the surrounding peculiar rocks. To allow visitors to get a closer view of the waterfall’s beauty, the Nantou County Government invested 28...
Enjoy Waterfalls and Breathtaking Scenery: 15 Mountain Forest Trails Across Taiwan
Taiwan is characterized by its towering and rugged mountains, boasting abundant forest resources. It has also developed numerous forest trails, offering visitors a safe and comfortable leisure option to explore hidden forest realms, breathe in the cool, refreshing phytoncides, or...
New Guide to Cosmetic Shopping: Japan's Top 6 Popular Products
When traveling to Japan, purchasing cosmetics is a key activity for many, but with the constant influx of new Japanese beauty products offering a wide range of benefits, it can be overwhelming to know where to start. Japan's largest makeup and skincare forum has released the most popular cosmetic products among netizens in the first half of 20...
Want to drink a Frappuccino without flying to Japan? Starbucks’ new Frappuccinos are now available.
Taiwan’s Starbucks is keeping up, launching two fruit-flavored Frappuccinos—“Strawberry Yogurt Cream Frappuccino” and “Mango Yogurt Cream Frappuccino”—starting July 27 to capture the summer market. ...
CNN names world’s coolest department stores — one in Taiwan makes the list
American media outlet CNN Travel has released its list of the “world’s coolest department stores,” featuring 14 renowned department stores in major cities such as Tokyo, Paris, London, and New York. Among them, Taiwan’s “Eslite Spectrum Songyan...”
Taoyuan Airport adds 500 charging spots — these areas offer free charging
During layovers at the airport, many travelers take out their phones to pass the time, but often accidentally drain the battery. When they look for a power outlet, it’s usually “hard to come by.” To address this, Taoyuan Airport has installed over 500 sets of free charging stations in both Terminal 1 and Terminal 2...
Green Circle Art Festival Brings Creativity to Life – Grass Turned into Swimming Pool
The 2016 “Green Circle Flip Action Ready Go” kicks off along Greenway Boulevard, running until September 4. By integrating surrounding commercial areas and historic houses, the entire city is transformed into a massive outdoor exhibition space, and...
Duffy-themed store opens; cat artist Little Tony makes his debut
Duffy fans can fully immerse themselves in the world of Disney’s bear character！ The brand-new Duffy-themed store “Town Square Theater: ‘My Adventure with DUFFY’” has officially opened at Hong Kong Disneyland, located in the United States...
This summer’s legendary extravaganza is here—Universal Studios Japan × One Piece Weekly Shōnen Jump
Celebrating its 15th anniversary, Universal Studios Japan has adopted the theme “RE-BOOOOOOOORN (Emerging Anew)! Come on, let’s party hard and be reborn!” bringing a variety of over-the-top entertainment experiences...
The Winnie the Pooh-shaped cloud is adorable – A sky spectacle becomes a hot topic again
Recently, photos of a cloud resembling Winnie the Pooh have been circulating online. It’s reported that during a children’s charity event in Dorset, UK, staff noticed the cloud in the sky coincidentally looked like Winnie the Pooh...
Romantic Night Cruise on the Water Bus Admire the Dazzling Light Sculptures Along the Waterfront
The previously popular summer night cruise activity of the water bus has been revived by New Taipei City Government starting July 25 with the launch of the “Night Cruises on the Xindian River and Tamsui River.” During Qixi Festival and holidays, street performers will be invited to sing on board...
The Old House Reborn as a Stylish Boutique Hotel: Fuli Hotel (Folio Hotel) Blends Old and New Souls
Managed by Fubon Group, Folio Hotel (Fuli Hotel) has transformed an old Central Trust of China dormitory into a design hotel. The exterior retains the nostalgic exposed-aggregate concrete charm of the former apartment building, while the interior incorporates retro elements such as mosaic tiles and frosted glass lattice windows...
Luggage Damage? Don’t Panic – Three Key Emergency Steps
It’s heartbreaking to return from a joyful trip abroad only to find your suitcase damaged on the baggage carousel. Such an unexpected situation can feel like a bolt from the blue. But if you do encounter this kind of mishap, don’t...
Buy them all at once: Top 10 Must-Buy Souvenirs at Narita Airport
Many people have the habit of buying souvenirs to give to family and friends when traveling abroad. If you want to get a full selection of uniquely Japanese goods in one go, the shopping streets at Narita Airport are definitely your first choice. In addition to a wide variety of sweets from all over Japan, there are even...
The riverside park is in full bloom — a perfect spot for a romantic date
Wondering where to take your significant other for a date this holiday? Over 10,000 flowers have recently begun blooming along the Taipei Riverside Park. The vibrant sea of blossoms stretching along both sides of the Rainbow Bridge is truly eye-catching. You can plan a half-day riverside trip and even visit the Raohe Night Market or Xinyi Shopping District while you're at it.
Feel like you're on vacation
Traveling to a new place allows you to break free from constraints and relax in complete freedom, and a good hotel can greatly enhance the experience. Taiwan is home to many uniquely designed boutique hotels that go beyond conventional ideas, creating all kinds of surprises for every guest. Below are five highly popular hotels with strong personalities—take the opportunity for a trip and give yourself a well-deserved break!