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Container-themed café Bike drive-thru is also a hotspot for photos
Shopping malls, restaurants, and hotels themed around containers have been popping up, offering travelers and consumers more conversation-worthy and refreshing choices when picking attractions. The photos taken here are widely shared on social media, making container-inspired spots a major trend.
Matcha lovers, take note！Popular Japanese brand Nana’s green tea opens its second branch
Matcha enthusiasts visiting Japan absolutely shouldn’t miss Nana’s green tea. Its first Taiwan branch opened at Linkou Mitsui Outlet Park and attracted a huge crowd of matcha fans upon its March opening...
Limited-time daily offer: Buy one get one free on PABLO’s Semi-Baked Cheesecake
The ever-popular PABLO freshly baked semi-baked cheesecake is now offering a buy one get one free deal, available for just one day on August 26, 2016, as a thank-you to customers. This is the only “826 PABLO DAY” of the year...
Sun Moon Lake in Taichung, Pure and Elegant Like Angel’s Tears
Located in the Nantun District of Taichung, there is a newly developed crescent-shaped lake, surrounded by vast stretches of lush green grassland. Aside from the Grass Jelly Road (Caowu Dao), it has become a new popular spot for many locals to relax and take strolls.
Three typhoons formed in 24 hours — pay special attention to Lionrock
Within just 24 hours, three typhoons have successively formed over the Pacific Ocean, and weather patterns will need to be closely monitored over the coming week. These typhoons are: No. 9 Typhoon Mindulle (international name MINDULLE), a mild typhoon;...
Taiwan’s Most Beautiful Government Office – The Tainan Immigration Office, Like a European Castle
The Tainan Immigration Office is located in Wuqiao Park in the West Central District of Tainan City. This stunning building is not a historical site; it was built about 10 years ago as an European-style structure under a private investment incentive scheme. It was initially used by...
World-class shopping destination — Penang, the shoppers' paradise
Known as the "Pearl of the Orient," Penang is located on the northwest coast of the Malay Peninsula and is a renowned tourist spot among travelers and adventurers. Penang seamlessly blends tradition and modernity, showcasing the vibrancy of city life as well as beautiful...
The Taipei Riverside Kids' Fun Festival is buzzing with excitement as kids and parents enjoy the "Iron Man" water flight show together.
The "Taipei Riverside Kids' Fun Festival" will be held from August 20 to 28 around the Hope Fountain at Dajia Riverside Park. The event features a variety of water and land activities, as well as the "Water Iron Man" performance, to wrap up a joyful summer vacation...
Hakodate Marathon: A Gourmet Race with Even More Generous Aid Stations Than Taiwan’s Clay Pot Chicken
Held every early summer, the Hakodate Marathon is billed as “Japan’s most challenging fun run.” This three-year-old marathon was ranked 8th among Japan’s citizen marathons by the Nihon Keizai Shimbun in early 2018 and was also recognized as one of “Japan’s Top 100 Marathons.” With 8,000 participants across the half-marathon and full-marathon events, Hakodate Marathon may not be a massive race, but the number of overseas runners has doubled year after year, prompting organizers to boldly claim, “Our goal is to become Japan’s number one marathon event!” So what is the allure that earns Hakodate Marathon such widespread acclaim from both Japanese and global runners, attracting so many participants from home and abroad? Let’s find out.
The National Taichung Theater Opens, Calling on Azure-Clothed Audiences to Become a Highlight
The National Taichung Theater is Taiwan’s first national performance venue to open in thirty years. It began trial operations on August 26 and officially opened on September 30. Under the unique concept of architect Toyo Ito’s “Acoustic Cavern,”...
Häagen-Dazs Limited Edition Flavor: Green Tea Ice Cream Crispy Wafer Sandwich
Häagen-Dazs Japan, known for frequently launching limited-edition flavors, has once again introduced a new summer creation: the Green Tea Ice Cream Crispy Wafer Sandwich (Green Tea Fondue). This treat commemorates the 20th anniversary of the Green Tea flavor’s debut in the Japanese market...
Hot air balloon experience at Qingqing Grassland a hit A new highlight for Xiangshan sightseeing
The two-day “Slide, Hot Air Balloon, Summer Vacation at Qingqing Grassland” event had limited hot air balloon ride slots due to safety concerns. Many people opted to queue up on the mountain early in the morning to grab a number, while some even took an overnight bus from Taipei...
Typhoon Lionrock (No. 10) Approaches Taiwan; Expect Rainy Weather, Stay Alert
Typhoons No. 9 and No. 11 have successively impacted Japan. Typhoon No. 10, Lionrock (international name: LIONROCK), has intensified into a moderate typhoon, moving on a west to southwest trajectory toward Taiwan. Coastal areas in northeastern Taiwan should stay vigilant...
Conquer the Hidden World of Hang Son Doong – Experience the Boundless Nature of Outerboro
Humans have always been driven by boundless curiosity to explore the unknown wonders of nature. Formed over millions of years by rainwater infiltration and river erosion of limestone layers, the world’s largest underground cave – Hang Son Doong in Vietnam’s Phong Nha-Kẻ Bàng National Park in the central region...
The eye-catching BE@RBRICK figurines | Style Up Fashion Art Exhibition
As Asia's first and Hong Kong's largest shopping mall, Harbour City has gathered numerous world-renowned fashion brands and has been at the forefront of Hong Kong's fashion and trend scene for 50 years. Following 2007, Harbour City once again collaborates with the iconic figure in fashion and trends...
Top Pokémon GO Hotspot: Beitou Park & 5 Must-Visit Attractions for a One-Day Trip
The Pokémon GO mobile game has sparked a craze, with parks, popular attractions, and even power boxes across Taiwan becoming hotspots for catching Pokémon. Among them, Beitou Park has garnered the most attention, drawing the largest crowds and significantly increasing passenger traffic at the nearby Xinbeitou MRT Station...
Plan your autumn and winter trips early — Scoot launches winter promotions starting from S$1688
As autumn and winter arrive, Sydney in the southern hemisphere is in full bloom with vibrant spring Jacaranda flowers; you can also plan to visit other cities to enjoy the fall foliage. Scoot is offering promotional fares starting from S$1688 for flights from Kaohsiung to multiple popular travel destinations...
The Tengjhih Forest Recreation Area Reopens for Trial Operation
The Tengjhih Forest Recreation Area is located in Baoshan Village, Taoyuan District, Kaohsiung City. It was severely damaged by Typhoon Morakot in 2009, leading to internal destruction within the park. For seven years, it has remained closed to visitors. The Pingtung Forest District Office under the Forestry Bureau plans to commence a trial operation at the end of 201...
Popular Japanese shopping brands: Panasonic's three top-selling home appliances
Taiwanese travelers love purchasing Japanese goods during their trips to Japan, especially products in the categories of cosmetics and electronics, which they simply can't get enough of. For example, Panasonic hair dryers are a favorite among many—almost everyone owns one. With the arrival of the Mid-Autumn Festival...
Taiwan’s first kids’ supercar driving track — a great parent-child destination
Another fun parent-child leisure spot has been added to New Taipei City’s riverside parks—Up！To provide the public with a unique recreational environment and more diverse amenities, the New Taipei City Government has set up the country’s first...