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Let colorful blooms brighten Mom’s heart — HowToTrip’s Mother’s Day limited-edition cake now open for pre-order
Thank Mom every day, but make this day extra special. HowToTrip Hotel has launched its limited-edition Mother’s Day cake “Blossoming Blooms,” featuring rich, multi-layered flavors and a handcrafted design that resembles a perfect floral explosion...
New Store and Mount HeMei Firefly Watching – Free Guided Tours Now Open for Registration
Every spring, in addition to the blooming flowers that paint the landscape in breathtaking colors, one of the most thrilling seasonal highlights is the arrival of firefly-watching season. Located in New Taipei City, Mount HeMei will host free guided tours on April 13 and 14 from 17:30 to 19:...
Early Arrival of Tung Blossoms: Hop on a Colorful Train to Enjoy the Blossoms in Local Villages
Farewell to the delicate pink cherry blossoms and welcome the pure and refreshing Tung Blossom Festival. This year, the blooming period of tung blossoms has arrived about a month earlier than usual. Currently, the blossoms in Taitung have already reached full bloom, and it is expected that by mid-April, areas such as Dongshi in Greater Taichung, Guoxing in Nantou County, and Puli...
16 domestic confirmed cases reported in China ! 3 locally transmitted infections prompt stricter quarantine measures
The Command Center announced on the 22nd that there were 16 new domestic cases, 13 of which were imported from abroad, and 3 were locally transmitted. The total number of confirmed cases has now reached 169. ...
Vietnam bans entry of foreign nationals!\tSpain orders hotels to be emptied
Recently, the global travel epidemic recommendations announced by the command center have all been at Level 3 (Warning). The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has also responded by announcing that starting March 21, the travel alert level for all countries worldwide will be red, advising citizens to avoid traveling abroad....
Travel Japan hands-free: Kyoto now offers same-day luggage delivery service from hotels
The Kyoto City Government announced that starting in December, a “same-day luggage delivery service” will be available at Kyoto Station and the Kyoto Central Post Office, allowing travelers to send their luggage directly from the station to their hotel upon arrival, so they can start exploring Kyoto unburdened and carefree.
Special Exhibition by Artists at the Gold Museum Showcases the Beauty of Mountain Town Stories
Located in Jinguashi, Ruifang District, New Taipei City, the Gold Museum is hosting the “Mountain Town Bronze Music & Painting – Wang Jialan Solo Exhibition” in the Jinshui Special Exhibition Room from now until May 5. Wang Jialan, an art creator in Jinguashi, utilizes metal elements...
Travel abroad in bloom — up to 40% off on accommodation
As spring blossoms across the globe, global online hotel service provider Hotels.com has handpicked famous flower-viewing spots. In addition to the beloved Japanese cherry blossoms, springtime in New York is also one of the best...
Golden Bore Summer Creative Worker Exchange Program Now Accepting Applications
New Taipei City’s Gold Ecological Park is launching its 2013 Summer “Search for Lohas Creative Workers” program. Applications are now open and will be accepted until April 30. This summer, the park is accepting creative workers of all types, with preference given to those who can interact with the public. Whether your creation...
Summer study abroad season info Available at your fingertips via app
A brand-new version of the Study & Travel e-Guide, launched by Taiwan’s largest travel publisher MOOK Moleskine, has been revamped. In addition to featuring nearly a thousand short- and long-term study and travel programs, information on nearly a hundred consulting firms, it also provides...
Summer Hot Spring Fun: A Gastronomic Festival Launches in Full Swing
Soak in hot springs even in summer? Absolutely. The Tourism Bureau has launched the Taiwan Hot Spring Food Carnival starting today. Visitors can upload their blissful hot spring photos to the website for a chance to enjoy an afternoon tea with "Sasha." Last year’s highly popular...
Taiwan’s Ceramic Voice – Lin Tianfu’s 88th Ceramics Solo Exhibition at the Museum of Ceramics
From now until May 5, the Yingge Ceramics Museum is hosting the “Taiwan’s Ceramic Voice – Lin Tianfu’s 88th Ceramics Solo Exhibition” in the Sunshine Special Exhibition Room on the first floor. Lin Tianfu, founder of the Zhunan Snake Kiln, has been dedicated to traditional ceramic craftsmanship for...
SIA Economy Class Double Deal: Round-trip Taipei–Singapore from NT$11,118
From now until April 30, Singapore Airlines is offering a special economy class fare for travel buddies on its global website. Travelers going in pairs (or more) can depart for round-trip flights from Taipei to Singapore...
World’s Biggest Cultural Party: Berlin Carnival of Cultures Kicks Off on May 17
Travelers who love experiencing carnivals around the world, take note: the Berlin Carnival of Cultures, one of the world’s top ten festive celebrations, is set to kick off from May 17 to...
The movie Tokyo Family is touching and heartfelt, paying tribute to Yasujirō Ozu
To commemorate the 50th anniversary of Yasujirō Ozu's passing, renowned Japanese director Yoji Yamada has remade his classic film Tokyo Story into Tokyo Family as a perfect homage to Ozu. The new version stars Satoshi Tsumabuki, Ai Hashimoto, Yuko Takeuchi, Kazuko Yoshiyuki, Masahiko Nishimura, Tomoko Nakajima, and Katsuhisa Namase...
Summer Romance with Purple Crow Butterflies and the Fire God King in Xilaya
Starting mid-June, universities and colleges nationwide gradually enter their summer vacation period, while all high schools and below also begin a two-month-long summer break in July. Taking advantage of this time, the Xilaya National Scenic Area Administration will hold the “Romantic Xilaya – Summer Love” series of events from early June to the end of August...
Catch the Falling Yen Travel Wave – Hotels.com Offers Up to 50% Off!
The Japanese yen has recently depreciated sharply, hitting a recent low. Travelers who love Japan can exchange their budget for more yen and enjoy a fun-filled shopping spree in Japan. Hotels.com is offering up to 50% off on limited-time...
Free Tours to Guishan Island: Spot Whales & Search for "Turtle"
From March to November each year, Guishan Island is open for island-visiting tours. The ongoing "Guishan Island Whale & Turtle Adventure" event in Yilan, running from now until May 26, is calling on travelers whose names contain any of the characters "mountain, island, splendid, wondrous, voyage"...
Limited-time Summer Vacation Discounts at Hotel Royal – Lowest Prices Start at 35% Off
The 2013 Taipei International Travel Fair will be held from May 24 to 27 at Hall 1 of the Taipei World Trade Center. The Hotel Royal Group is participating for the first time this year, with its booth located in Zone B, Booth Numbers 51...
Explore Alishan with Taiwan Tourist Shuttle – Save Money, Enjoy Convenience and Great Benefits
This year, the Alishan National Scenic Area Administration has partnered with Taiwan High Speed Rail to launch the Taiwan Tourist Shuttle Alishan Line High-Speed Rail Joint Ticket. The ticket package includes a round-trip discount fare of NT$486 from Chiayi HSR Station to Alishan Station, as well as a 25% discount on standard-class high-speed rail round trips...