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Typhoon Malakas Approaches Taiwan, Land Warning Issued
Typhoon Malakas (No. 16, international name MALAKAS) has entered the Bashi Channel. Currently a moderate typhoon with a trend of intensification, a land typhoon warning was issued at 8:00 AM on the 16th. Taitung and...
AirAsia takes you beyond Asia to Australia for under NT$3,000 one-way
The leading low-cost airline brand in Asia, AirAsia, has launched a special discount campaign on both short-haul and long-haul routes, offering Taiwanese consumers unbeatable prices to destinations across Asia and even beyond. ...
Typhoon Meranti brings strong winds and heavy rain; Typhoon Malakas may trigger sea warnings as it intensifies to a medium typhoon
Typhoon Meranti has weakened to a medium typhoon. The Central Weather Bureau's 9:15 AM alert shows its current center over land northwest of Kinmen, continuing to move northward, with ongoing wind and rain in Kinmen. Meranti is gradually moving away from Taiwan and is expected to lift both maritime and land typhoon warnings today...
Taoyuan Land Art | Xinwu Jiudou Giant Flower Sea & Mulberry Flavored Meal
The Taoyuan Land Art Festival features a unique flower sea located in the Xinwu Jiudou community. In addition to artworks erected in a 7,000-square-meter rainbow flower sea, there are also walking paths and a Twelve Zodiac Garden in the garden of Changxiang Temple, a local place of worship, along with round Wu paintings in the banyan tree garden, bringing the local cultural landscape to life.
Typhoons affecting both sides of the strait; Taipei, New Taipei, and Keelung announce normal work and school operations
The Mid-Autumn holiday is disrupted by two typhoons. Although most people have entered their vacation, those who need to work or attend school should still pay attention to typhoon updates and announcements from the Ministry of Personnel Administration. Taipei, New Taipei, and Keelung are the first to announce normal work and school operations on September 15. ...
Macao Parisian’s New Landmark – The Glittering Eiffel Tower
The highly anticipated Parisian Macao Resort officially opens. Infused with French charm, Parisian Macao is the latest large-scale resort developed by Las Vegas Sands Corporation on the Cotai Strip after the renowned Venetian Macao...
Double typhoons disrupt Mid-Autumn holiday; after Meranti, Malakas is on the way
The Mid-Autumn holiday has been thrown into disarray by typhoons, causing many to change their travel and homecoming plans. Fortunately, apart from some suspended flights and railway services, most modes of transportation are operating normally. Typhoon Meranti intensified on September 14...
High-speed rail operating normally; additional services added for typhoon and Mid-Autumn holiday
Taiwan High Speed Rail, based on the latest typhoon information, announced that full-line services will remain normal today (September 14) and on Mid-Autumn Festival Day (September 15). To ensure operational safety, if wind speeds or rainfall in certain sections become too severe and reach operational...
Buffett and Trump aren’t enough to watch—“Your Highness, Sky-High Taxes” turns the economy around
The bestselling novel *The Samurai Accountant’s Journal* by Ishitani Michifumi, hailed as the “Heisei-era Shiba Ryōtarō,” became widely known after its 2010 film adaptation. This film is based on his work *Selfless Japanese*, specifically...
McDonald’s Local Menu Items – Taiwan Launches Boneless Chicken Steak
The global fast-food leader McDonald’s (McDonalds) not only sparks conversations with its store designs, but its distinctive menus in different countries also often become hot topics and a fun...
Harbour City x Bearbrick Style Up: Huge BE@RBRICK Draws Attention
Since 2002, Harbour City has held large-scale fundraising events for the Hong Kong Leukaemia Foundation every Christmas, and in 2007 collaborated with 10 international luxury brands to design and display 1000% BE@RBRICK...
Autumn Soaking Fun – Guanziling Hot Spring Food Festival
The 2016 Tainan Guanziling Hot Spring Food Festival grandly kicked off on September 24th. Guanziling Hot Spring Area boasts Taiwan’s only mud hot spring. As autumn gradually cools down, it's the perfect time to soak in the springs at Guanziling Scenic Area. The Guanziling Hot Spring...
Handcrafted Trail Eco-Tour – A Working Holiday on the Tefuye Ancient Trail
The Chiayi Forest District Office of the Forestry Bureau will host a trail working holiday event from October 28 to 30 on the Tefuye Ancient Trail and within the Alishan National Scenic Area, inviting members of the public aged 18 and above who are interested in trail maintenance to participate...
TLC Picnic Day is so relaxing—sunshine, grass, and music all in one go
Taiwan’s biggest picnic day is here！The TLC Taipei Picnic Group Activity has invited celebrity private chefs Joël and Soac from “Dual Chefs’ Mission,” Janet from “Crazy Taiwan Crew,” and two hot young chefs—Dan and Hayden, successors to Curtis—from “Surf Boys Good Taste”!
Travel with peace of mind: Six essential travel-friendly pharmacy and cosmetic items
The last thing you want while traveling is to suddenly feel unwell—whether due to climate changes or personal health issues. Taking care of your body is key to enjoying your trip, as everyone knows. But how do you pack the essentials in your luggage in the most streamlined way, just in case?...
A giant cute cat is on the loose – Qianmei Eslite Greenway has plenty of activities
An extremely adorable giant cat, which usually never shows itself, has surprisingly appeared in the city while chasing Mio, who often pops up in alleys and lanes. Qianmei Eslite Greenway has always been a great leisure spot in Taichung. This time, the cute cat event is organized by a major motorcycle manufacturer...
Tokyo Disneyland’s Most Festive Halloween Ever
Tokyo Disneyland celebrates the 53-day special event “Disney Halloween” during the crisp autumn season to delight visitors. The 2016 Halloween event runs from September 9 to October 31. Tokyo...
Train to Busan (Busanhaeng) & the KR Pass: Traveling Korea Made Easy
The movie “Train to Busan,” which was released in 156 countries worldwide, is known in Korean hanja as “Busanhaeng.” Many viewers may have noticed that most of the film’s scenes take place near the KTX (Korea Train Express) trains and stations, such as Seoul Station and Daejeon Station...
A Library as Beautiful as a Tsutaya Bookstore: The Stunning Taoyuan Library Longgang Branch
Taiwan’s libraries are getting more and more beautiful. The Taoyuan Municipal Library Longgang Branch (also known as Zhongli Third Library), which opened at the end of 2015, was relatively unknown to people outside the local community. But after being shared online for some time...
Celebrate New Year’s Eve at Taipei 101 and Get Free Hong Kong Hotel Stay – Discounts Up to 48% Off
The annual New Year’s holiday is coming again, and Taipei Marriott Hotel has launched the “New Year’s Eve Party (12/31) Room Package.” Guests who book can enjoy two servings of refined breakfast at Garden Kitchen, a welcome gift for each room...