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Voted one of the world’s most beautiful cycling routes – Taiwan’s most stunning lakeside bike path
Sun Moon Lake is one of Taiwan’s most breathtaking scenic spots and a globally renowned beauty that is deeply loved by international tourists. The Sun Moon Lake lakeside cycling route is not only a must-visit destination for cycling in Taiwan but also...
International Roundup of Spring Festival Attractions: Taiwan Makes the Must-Visit List
As the Lunar New Year arrives, it marks the annual celebration of the Chinese New Year. With the globalization brought about by advances in internet technology, celebrating the New Year has become one of the world’s major events. Recently, the authoritative American news network CNN compiled a list of the world’s top 15...
The colorful flower fields rival Hokkaido – The Taibao Flower Sea Festival makes a grand debut
With the Lunar New Year approaching, many people take advantage of the holiday to travel around Taiwan, and local governments have launched special events to boost tourism. The Flower Sea Festival is one of the key spring outings. The 2017 Taibao City Flower Sea Festival held in Chiayi’s Taibao District...
Japan Ramen Festival | Ten Famous Shops Serve Authentic Flavors
The wildly popular "Japan Ramen Festival" was held in Taipei in February, where ten renowned ramen chefs from Tokyo, Hokkaido, Fukuoka, and Kanagawa flew their signature broths to Taiwan to recreate the most authentic Japanese national...
A strong earthquake felt late at night with the epicenter in Taipei — three quakes in two days
Over the past two consecutive years, strong earthquakes occurred on New Year's Eve, leaving many still concerned about seismic activity during the Spring Festival. During the holiday period...
Okinawa boasts breathtaking scenery and delicious cuisine. The Okinawa Tourism Multilingual Information Center is incredibly convenient.
Okinawa tourism remains consistently popular. In addition to being a top summer destination for Taiwanese travelers, many also choose to visit Okinawa in winter. With the increase in flights in recent years and the added convenience of cruise ship travel, there are even more ways to enjoy the island...
Six Must-Visit Attractions Along the Taoyuan Airport MRT & Free Trial Rides Before Lantern Festival
The highly anticipated Taoyuan Airport MRT is finally opening for a one-month free trial ride in the period after the Lunar New Year and just before the Lantern Festival. Many people have expressed their excitement, as they will no longer need to drive or take a bus to travel from Taipei to the airport by MRT...
Huge cotton candy chocolate DIY Valentine’s gifts at Hong Kong Harbour City
Valentine’s Day wouldn’t be complete without chocolates—symbols of love, sweetness, and romance—to convey your endless affection to your beloved. From now until February 19, Hong Kong Harbour City is hosting its annual “Love. Find Chocolate.” event, with this year’s theme being...
Emirates Launches Promotional Fares on Croatia Route
By MOOK Scenic Spots Editorial Team Croatia, home to many stunning hidden gems, has become a top choice for Taiwanese travelers visiting Eastern Europe in recent years. Emirates has officially announced that starting June 1 this year...
Japanese Temple Lodging Experience: Top 5 Shukubo Attractions
Japan’s temples are majestic and splendid, and a visit to one allows you to feel the traditional atmosphere and culture of Japan. However, tourists can actually stay overnight in these temples, known as shukubo. Staying at a shukubo offers the chance to experience...
The top choice for a picnic: a hidden lakeside paradise with breathtaking mountain and water views
Taiwan has many beautiful hidden spots, some of which are often overlooked. This time, we’re introducing a location by Shimen Reservoir in Longtan District, Taoyuan — the banks of the Dahan River. Spanning approximately 3.8 hectares, this site centers around a vast ecological lake...
TSUTAYA Bookstore Xinyi Store – TSUTAYA’s First Overseas Branch, A New Cultural Hotspot
Attention book lovers: there's a new must-visit spot in Taipei. Taiwan’s leading entertainment company, Deltamac Entertainment, has partnered with Japan’s TSUTAYA Corporation to open TSUTAYA Bookstore Xinyi...
Essential Guide to Popular God of Wealth Temples Across Taiwan for a Prosperous New Year
Visiting temples to pray for blessings and good fortune is a traditional Taiwanese custom at the start of the year, with seeking wealth being one of the most popular activities during the spring outings. HowToTrip has curated a selection of the most popular and bustling God of Wealth temples across northern, central, and southern Taiwan...
Cherry Blossom Frontline Report: Hidden Gem Spots for Cherry Blossom Viewing in Alishan
Cherry blossom viewing is a popular activity in Taiwan from January to March each year. Strolling beneath pink petals creates a romantic atmosphere. As cherry blossoms begin to bloom across the island, one of the must-visit, stunning spots is the Alishan area. In...
Popular drinks taking Japan and Korea by storm — the pride of Taiwan’s bubble tea scene
Bubble tea shops are everywhere in Taiwan, offering a wide variety of unique and flavorful drinks. Amid such fierce competition, one bubble tea brand has not only thrived in Taiwan but also become a huge hit in places like Japan and Korea. Gong Cha, since its establishment in 200...
Old houses turned into must-visit cafes for the hipster crowd – Japan’s four historic house cafes
One of the most important activities when traveling in Japan is experiencing the local culture and customs. By engaging with food, clothing, housing, transportation, and entertainment, you can immerse yourself in different traditions and history, and also understand the diversity of the world through cultural differences. This time...
Step into a forest maze — Hsinchu’s hidden mangrove ecological area
Mangroves are an indispensable part of Taiwan’s ecosystem. In addition to the mangrove area in Tamsui, there is also a vast mangrove ecological zone in Xinfeng Township, Hsinchu. The mangrove recreational area located in Hsinchu’s Hongmao Port covers approximately...
The world's smallest kingdom: King of Tavolara rules over 11 residents
The world is always full of wonders. Even in today's era of advanced internet technology, there are still hidden paradises untouched by the hustle and bustle. Located in the south of Italy's renowned Emerald Coast in Southern Europe, a stunning solitary island rises above the azure sea...
Good weather during the Lunar New Year holiday lasts until the second day; watch out for rainfall and large day-night temperature differences
Starting from Little New Year on January 26, the Lunar New Year holiday begins across Taiwan. From January 26, the influence of a cold air mass from mainland China brings lower temperatures to northern and northeastern Taiwan, while other regions also experience cooler mornings and evenings. There will be localized brief showers in eastern and northern parts...
Blue Bottle Coffee launches exclusive chocolate, available at six Tokyo locations
Blue Bottle Coffee, which has become a trend in Japan, has not only gained high popularity for its coffee beverages and coffee-related merchandise but also launched a chocolate product on January 27, 2017. This chocolate...