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Rivaling Hakodate’s Million-Dollar Night View – Taiwan’s Most Exotic Holiday Resort
Taiwan boasts abundant natural beauty and countless scenic homestays. Located in Taichung City, Jiutongshan Farm offers a million-dollar night view comparable to that of Hakodate in Hokkaido. At an altitude of 800 meters, it not only provides a bird’s-eye view of the starry...
Chase cherry blossoms at the Prince Hotel – New Nagoya location in 2017
To provide travelers in Japan with a more comfortable accommodation experience, The Prince Hotels & Resorts Group has not only grandly opened numerous new hotels across Japan, but also renovated and reopened existing ones in spring. As spring is the season of cherry blossoms, The Prince...
Pink Utopia Architecture The World’s Happiest Residential Community
Imagine what kind of utopian world it would be to live in a residential area filled with shades of pink? Located in Spain’s Alicante Province, a Spanish architect...
18 teddy bears make a joint appearance – a super photogenic station square
As the most pleasant and comfortable spring arrives, marking the best season for sightseeing, the Ruifang District Office has specially launched the "Golden Mountain City Bear Fun" campaign this year to promote tourism. In collaboration with the Taiwan Teddy Bear Association, they have introduced 18 outdoor teddy bear installations including Hello Bear...
The four most congested road sections – Practical travel info for the holiday
With the 228 Long Holiday underway, the Ministry of Transportation and Communications' National Freeway Bureau reports that there will be significant southbound traffic on the national highways, especially around four particularly congested sections. The congested sections and time periods include: National Freeway No. 1 from 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM at the Hukou-Xinzhu System...
Hot Spring Foot Soaking in Cold Weather Is a Hit – Three Free Foot Soak Hot Springs
As the Lunar New Year holiday draws to a close and temperatures in northern Taiwan drop, Taipei City offers three free foot soak hot spring areas located in Beitou, allowing the public to soothe fatigue with a relaxing soak and promote healthy blood and meridian circulation. ...
A Taiwanese Version of Midnight in Paris: A Century-Old House That Looks Like a Movie Set
Converting old houses for new uses has been a trend in recent years. To revive the charm of the past, many entrepreneurs and artists are dedicated to renovating these aged buildings, presenting them with a brand-new retro look. Located on Taipei’s Dihua Street...
Giant mushroom light installation – A creative park crafts a moonlit journey
A super soothing giant mushroom installation crafted from steel sculpture, which sparkles in dazzling colors when lit up at night. Located in Daking, Taichung, the Paper King has been engaged in paper art development and design for over twenty years, breaking through the traditional two-dimensional limitations of paper...
Eye-catching 3D立体 Colorful Staircase – A New Attraction Combining Art and Temples
With the rise of street art, various colorful murals can often be seen in street corners, alleys, temples, and old neighborhoods, bringing new vitality to these traditional areas. In Kaohsiung’s Qianjin District, there is a nearly century-old temple called Qianjin Temple Wanxing...
2017’s Hottest IG Check-in Spot: Angel Wings That Took the World by Storm Now in Taiwan
A renowned street artist, Colette Miller, instantly turned a pair of angel wings she painted on a Los Angeles street in 2012 into a must-visit photo spot, drawing...
50% off ticket prices in the first month The Taoyuan Airport MRT officially opens
The Taoyuan Airport MRT officially opened on March 2 after a one-month trial operation. To encourage more people to use the airport MRT, a 50% discount on fares will be offered for the first month after opening, lasting until April 1. The official...
Popular Kyushu Pancakes Competition Launches Exclusive Menu
Originating from Kyushu, Japan, Kyushu Pancakes have made their way thousands of miles to Taiwan. The brand was founded with the goal of sharing the small but joyful happiness of making pancakes at the dining table with one’s mother during childhood. This time, they are specially launching the “My Snack is the Most Charming...” creative snack competition.
Stay at hotels featured in Oscar-winning blockbusters – fans flock to iconic filming locations
The global influence of Hollywood films is undeniable. According to search data from leading hotel booking site Hotels.com, Oscar-nominated hits like *La La Land*, *Jackie*, *Lion*, and...
Round-trip flights to Japan from just over NT$3,000 – Low-cost carrier celebrates 5th anniversary with promotions
Peach Aviation, Japan’s low-cost carrier, has reached its fifth anniversary since its inaugural flight on March 1, 2012. To celebrate, the airline is launching a special five-year anniversary promotion, featuring round-trip flights from Taipei and Kaohsiung to Tokyo, Osaka, and Okinawa...
Taoyuan Airport MRT Line Opens, Commemorative Ticket Set Preorders Hot
On March 2, 2017, the Taoyuan Airport MRT officially opened, launching a commemorative ticket set gift box for travelers and consumers to collect. Limited to 5,000 sets, with 2,000 available for online preorder on March 2 and 3...
6.5-ounce beef cheeseburger – A super hearty American-style diner just outside the theater
Taiwan has no shortage of American-style restaurants, and those specializing in burgers are especially competitive. Right across from the Ri Xin Theater in Taichung City, there’s a place that serves a whopping 6.5-ounce beef cheeseburger. This is Burger Guardian, a professional American burger joint...
Golden Totoro Tunnel in the Fields & A Vast Fantasy Forest Secret Spot
Taiwan boasts many natural wonders, and sometimes, hidden in unassuming streets and alleys, you can stumble upon new scenic spots and secret places. On Siyue Road in Houli District, Taichung, nestled among rural paths, there lies an expansive forest that is usually...
The China Airlines strike incident is too urgent — four key issues affecting passenger rights
The China Airlines Pilots Union announced at 6:00 AM on the 8th that they would begin striking, with approximately 400 certificates being reclaimed (no certificate means no boarding or flying). On the 8th and 9th, this led to multiple flight cancellations and delays. Many passengers, even after checking...
Hidden Paradise Waterfall Secret Spot Overlooking Taiwan’s Version of the Three Gorges
Located in Dapu Township, Chiayi, along the Zengwen River system, besides the well-known Zengwen Reservoir attraction, there is also a hidden paradise-like secret spot — Qingyun Waterfall. This is a renowned waterfall landscape within the Siraya National Scenic Area...
Taiwan’s most photogenic cherry blossom spot — Night blossoms in breathtaking bloom
Apart from Taipei’s Happy Park, one of the latest free night cherry blossom viewing spots is Hsinchu Park, where nearly a thousand cherry trees have come into full bloom, making it a popular destination. For the first time, the Hsinchu City Government has installed lighting in the park, and under the illumination...