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Vanilla Air Winter Flight Deals – Travel to Vietnam on a Budget
Travelers looking to experience the laid-back vibe of Ho Chi Minh City—slow living, slow food, and slow travel—while admiring the architectural beauty of landmarks such as the Notre-Dame Cathedral Basilica of Saigon, the Central Post Office, the War Remnants Museum, and the Municipal Theatre, this is for you...
Hong Kong Ocean Park: Giant panda Jia Jia, aged 38, euthanized
After the passing of the popular koala mascot at Taipei’s Muzha Zoo, Patrick, the beloved giant panda Jia Jia also passed away on October 16 at the remarkable age of 38 through euthanasia. Jia Jia moved to Hong Kong Ocean Park in 1999...
Beauty in the Small: Innovation and Heritage at Taipei 2016 World Stamp Exhibition
The "Taipei 2016 World Stamp Exhibition" will be grandly held from October 21 to 26, 2016, at Hall 1 of the Taipei World Trade Center. This is the first time our country has applied to and been approved by the Fédération Internationale de Philatélie (FIP) to host a world...
Taiwan’s Largest Convenience Boxes: Fangshan Post Office Becomes a Popular Photo Spot
Fangshan Township in Pingtung County is famous for its shrike culture. For the first time, Chunghwa Post has incorporated local characteristics into the design of a post office building, combining green energy, cultural creativity, and localization. The convenience boxes of the post office have been transformed into the building’s exterior design, paired with the adorable shrike-shaped mailboxes at the entrance...
Universal Studios Japan's Wizarding World of Winter: Christmas Tree Lights Up Hogsmeade Village
Universal Studios Japan’s ‘Wizarding World of Harry Potter’ Welcomes Its Most Special Event Yet — Wizarding World of Winter Debuts for the First Time! From November 18 (Fri), 2016 to January 9 (Mon), 2017, enjoy a magical 54-day Christmas celebration in the wizarding world for the very first time...
Taiwan’s new central landmark — Lihpao Outlet Mall’s Ferris wheel steals the spotlight
The Lihpao Group has built “Lihpao Resort,” Taiwan’s largest leisure and vacation destination in Taichung, spanning an expansive 200 hectares. Among its attractions, the shopping-focused “Lihpao Outlet Mall” is set to officially begin its trial operation on December 24...
Ultra-Luxury! The Ultimate Champion Breakfasts from 48 Hotels Across Japan
Organized by Rakuten Travel’s hotel booking platform, the “Rakuten Travel Breakfast Festival” has entered its seventh edition. Based on votes from Japanese netizens and guest reviews, the first round selected 48 top breakfasts from hotels in various prefectures out of 1,500 entries...
A Century of Historic Charm: The Former Tainan District Court from the Japanese Colonial Era Opens to the Public
The Former Tainan District Court, a national second-class historic site and one of the three classic architectural structures from the Japanese colonial period, had been closed for renovation in recent years. After three years of restoration, it reopened to the public on November 8, 2016, and hosted the “Charm of the Historic Courthouse Exhibition,” with daily visitor limits in place.
Makoto Kato’s illustrations are incredibly heartwarming – the Little Red Riding Hood special exhibition is perfect for photos
A Taiwan-Japan collaboration, the million-dollar "Little Red Riding Hood - Train to the Candy House Journey" special exhibition made its grand debut at Huashan 1914 Creative Park on December 23. In addition to admiring the manuscripts and works of Japanese illustration master Makoto Kato, the exhibition...
When memories are exposed, everyone has hidden "secrets"
The movie adaptation of the best-selling manga "Kokuhaku" (Secret), premieres on 11/4 ! Director Toshiaki Toyoda, in order to bring what was deemed "unfilmable" in the original—such as mental imagery and MRI scans—onto the big screen...
Experience Macau’s Unlimited Fun & Photo Ops – Win a Free Trip at Taipei Main Station
The Macao Government Tourism Office is hosting the “Feel Macau Unlimited” roadshow from October 21 to October 27. The exciting event will kick off at Taipei Main Station, featuring vibrant Macau-themed decorations that will...
LINE’s Brown Farm appears on Taipei streets, drawing “farmers” for photos
To celebrate the global player count of LINE Brown Farm exceeding 10 million, the mobile game LINE Brown Farm has set up a real-life urban farm in bustling Taipei’s East District. From October 18 to 27, fans can...
Delicious Eats in the Alley – The Hilarious Chicken Cutlet
A newly opened chicken cutlet shop in Zhonghe District, New Taipei City, hangs a big red congratulatory banner in front of its otherwise ordinary storefront. The content of the banner is so amusing that many customers find it funny, smile knowingly, and even take photos to share. The...
A grand performance for thousands to enjoy — the lively Guandu Festival street parade
The 2016 "Guandu Festival," the most popular local event among Taipei residents, kicked off in a festive celebration on Saturday, October 29th. In addition to showcasing local folk art and creativity...
180-Degree Arc Theater – The DreamWorks Animation Exhibition Grand Opening
The globally beloved “DreamWorks Animation Exhibition,” now on its fifth stop of its world tour, has arrived in Taipei. This special exhibition will be grandly presented at the National Taiwan Science Education Center, and it is the only DreamWorks animation exhibition in all of Taiwan, featuring...
Halloween Havoc: Banqiao District Transforms into Taiwan’s Version of The Walking Dead
New Taipei City Government launched its Halloween event on October 29 (Saturday) in the Banqiao District commercial area, featuring a parade of over a hundred groups of ghosts and monsters, a costume contest, as well as game zones such as a haunted maze, ghost tag, and pumpkin obstacle course. During the weekend, the streets will be closed to the public for “What’s Spooking Banqiao?”
The new-generation healing mascot, Gudetama, makes its appearance at the “Gudetama’s Too Lazy” exhibition in Taichung
The ultra-popular “Gudetama,” hailed as the new-generation healing “mascot king” in Taiwan, drew nearly 400,000 fans to the “Gudetama’s Too Lazy” exhibition during its 2015–2016 runs in Taipei and Kaohsiung. The exhibition incorporated local Taiwanese elements, featuring the “Egg Emperor’s Palace,” Taiwanese night market snacks, Taipei 101, and Kaohsiung’s Dragon and Tiger Pagodas. Now making its way to Taichung, it’s set to deliver a refreshing new experience for central Taiwan audiences.
Meet-and-Greet with Chiba-kun from Japan at the Taipei International Travel Fair
The Chiba Prefecture Government has set up a booth at the Taipei International Travel Fair (ITF). During the event, Chiba-kun (CHI-BA+KUN), the beloved mascot of Chiba Prefecture in Taiwan, will appear at the booth...
Afternoon Tea’s Heartwarming Hot Pot – A Fully Japanese Elegant Style
As winter approaches, people’s demand for hot meals and hot pot increases. Afternoon Tea LIVING, themed “Loving My Home,” launched...
Top 3-Star Route in the Japanese Alps Debuts at Taipei International Travel Fair
The Michelin Guide is a go-to resource for travelers around the world when choosing travel destinations. Recently, a new highway bus route launched in Japan has become...