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A shopping paradise that’s impervious to wind and sun – three must-visit spots at Tokyo Station
Want to go shopping during your holiday, but the biggest travel fears are usually rain or scorching sun? Many tourists traveling abroad hope to enjoy the local culture in a convenient, sheltered area...
Must-visit Hong Kong Christmas hotspots: Harbour City’s Little Snowman Party spreads warmth
Hong Kong’s Harbour City is a popular Christmas celebration spot for families, couples, and friends every year. This year, Harbour City adopts the theme “Christmas Together” to continue the joyful tradition...
TransAsia Airways' board resolves to dissolve the company; Chairman Lin Ming-yung steps forward to explain
TransAsia Airways suspended operations today, holding an interim board meeting in the morning to decide on dissolving the company and exiting Taiwan's aviation market. Chairman Lin Ming-yung held a press conference at 2 PM to provide an explanation and also sent a letter to TransAsia employees expressing...
The Unique Beauty of a Rice Field Maze & Must-Visit Spots at the Zhudong Carnival
The bountiful autumn harvest of Taiwan’s fertile island is nurtured in Zhudong, where the land enriches its people, echoing the resilient spirit of the local Hakka community. To promote regional agricultural products, the Zhudong District Farmers’ Association is holding the Zhudong Town Rice Field Carnival on December 1...
Major 7.3-magnitude earthquake strikes Fukushima, Japan — tsunami warning issued
According to reports from the Japan Meteorological Agency, a magnitude 7.3 earthquake occurred at 5:59 a.m. local time (4:59 a.m. Taipei time) this morning off the coast of Honshu, Japan, with a depth of just 10 kilometers. Japanese media report that...
France’s Most Famous Christmas Market: The Great 101 Christmas Treasure Hunt Has Officially Kicked Off
With the upcoming Christmas season, festive events across various regions have started one after another, including New Taipei City’s Happy Christmas Town and Uni-President Times Square’s “Love．Sharing,” both of which have launched grand Christmas celebrations. This year in Taipei...
TransAsia Airways suspends flights for one day on 11/22, Civil Aeronautics Administration confirms
Reports of flight disruptions emerged today as TransAsia Airways' booking system experienced abnormalities. Although the company spokesperson firmly denied the rumors in the morning, the Ministry of Transportation and Communications' Civil Aeronautics Administration confirmed in the afternoon that TransAsia Airways will suspend all flights for one day tomorrow. ...
New Countdown Fireworks Viewing Spot – First Ever Countryside Park Opens to Public
As the year draws to a close, one of the most spectacular annual events – the countdown fireworks show – is fast approaching. Among them, the Taipei 101 fireworks display stands as Taiwan’s iconic New Year’s Eve attraction, drawing not only local crowds but also international travelers eager to witness this dazzling yearly spectacle...
A crimson carpet of maple leaves blankets the sky — The Fushoushan Maple Season Grandly Kicks Off
The maple viewing season is kicking off one after another, among which Fushoushan Farm in Taichung’s Heping District has become a popular new attraction in recent years. With the arrival of late autumn, the maple leaves at Fushoushan began turning red a week ago, and the famous "Songlu Maple Red" has attracted many...
Top 5 Most Popular Waterfall Attractions on IG – Breathtaking Height Differences
Taiwan is a rather unique small island. Located at the junction of tectonic plates, it boasts many spectacular valleys, and as a result, it also has numerous majestic waterfalls. The various types of waterfalls offer different visual impacts and often attract many...
Top-Ranked Homestay No. 1: The Most Perfect Scenery in the Northeast Corner
In recent years, homestays in Taiwan have developed quite maturely, with many offering facilities and quality that even surpass those of star-rated hotels and resorts. Located in Jinguashi, there is a Nordic-style homestay – Water’s Nest Ample Villa...
Essential Travel Info for Thailand: Visa Fees Waived to Boost Tourism
Due to the significant impact on local tourism following the passing of the Thai King, the Thai Cabinet meeting on the 22nd approved a tourism stimulus policy. It was decided that from December until February next year, visa fees will be waived for three months, and the on-arrival visa fee will be reduced from 2,000 Thai baht to...
TransAsia Airways Dissolves, China Airlines Steps Up to Assist Passengers
The sudden grounding and announcement of dissolution by TransAsia Airways not only caused an uproar externally, but also left employees of the airline in shock, while many passengers holding TransAsia tickets were left bewildered. Those who had already planned to travel abroad were the most directly affected...
A fairyland shrouded in mist: Taiwan’s top three sea of clouds farms
It’s truly fitting to call Taiwan a beautiful little island, as its landscapes where mountains meet the sea are simply countless. While many people enjoy gazing at the vast, boundless ocean, this time HowToTrip wants to introduce you to the sea of clouds. The surging spectacle of cloud waterfalls...
A Family Trip in Tainan: Explore with a Hand-Drawn Map
With changes in lifestyle in recent years, the definition of happiness has also shifted for those who cherish small joys. The happiness that people seek often lies in the psychological sense of fulfillment derived from everyday life. Among these…
North Coast Listen to the Sea Music Festival – The Night of Huhai Bay Lights Up All of Taiwan
The “2016 North Coast Listen to the Sea Music Festival – The Night of Huhai Bay,” organized by the North Coast and Guanyinshan National Scenic Area Administration, will make its dazzling debut on November 26 at Huhai Bay in Waimushan, Keelung. With a star-studded lineup and the trendiest music atmosphere, not only...
Tokyo’s Hottest Coffee Street – A Must-Visit Hip Spot in Kiyosumi-Shirakawa
Ever since the world-famous Blue Bottle Coffee opened its first Japanese store in the Kiyosumi-Shirakawa area, the influx of visitors has turned this neighborhood into one of the must-visit hot spots...
A Korean mega shopping destination that surpasses IKEA — E-mart Town has everything
E-mart Town, which opened in the suburbs of Seoul, is a large supermarket chain brand. The Seoul branch is the largest among them, combining the E-Mart supermarket and warehouse wholesale store models, similar to IKEA but covering an area of over 3,300 square meters — equivalent to the size of 10 football fields.
Soak in the hot springs while watching the winter sunset – Hotels with breathtaking sunset views revealed
Japan's onsen ryokans have long been beloved by travelers, not only for their skin-healing, high-quality waters but also for the stunning scenery that surrounds these accommodations, offering a visual treat. With temperatures dropping rapidly recently, and some areas seeing snowfall even before the maple leaves have fully fallen...
Must-buy handmade brands in Japan – A selection of Japan’s most unique and original creations
In recent years, as the cultural and creative trend has continued to heat up, handmade and original goods have also become popular must-buy items. Each piece is a one-of-a-kind creation that allows buyers to feel the creator’s personal touch. The exquisite handcrafted products from Japan...