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Yani, a renowned dessert queue favorite, expands to southern Taiwan with flagship store opening
Yani’s flagship store lands in Kaohsiung!\nThe largest Yani store in Taiwan opens in the conveniently located Zuoying district, offering nearly 200 ping (approx. 660 square meters) of space to bring first-hand deliciousness to fans in southern Taiwan. Yani, which has always been committed to developing innovative flavors...
Popular Tokyo Brand Debuts: Black Ship Desserts Land in Department Stores
Japanese popular stores are successively expanding to Taiwan, from ramen to N
Best-selling rose lemon tart & LV-level romantic English pastries
A lemon tart so stunning you’d hate to eat it—its exquisite craftsmanship is truly astonishing. In Taichung City, there’s an English-style pastry workshop where the wildly popular rose lemon tart is a bestseller that flies off the shelves. Not only...
Islamic Castle & Rainbow Track – A Fantastically Eye-Catching Campus
Taiwan’s distinctive elementary schools are incredibly diverse and rich, ranging from those blessed with stunning natural landscapes to those boasting vibrant and unique campus architecture. Yongchun Elementary School in Nantun, Taichung, stands out with its rare Islamic-style castle as its...
A dazzling mirage emerges in the desert: The unique architecture of a mirage
Unique architecture and special landscapes are among the top choices for many travelers, as well as popular backdrops for photography enthusiasts. Located near Palm Springs in the western United States, there is a structure called Mirage...
ANA Star Wars livery plane debuts new model with eye-catching C-3PO elements
Following the debut of ANA’s Star Wars livery plane in October 2015, which captured global attention from Star Wars fans, the latest Star Wars-themed livery plane took flight on March 21, 2017. This C-3PO ANA...
Kapok trees blaze crimson along the road, with a drone's grand view of the Dongluo Creek
March is the season when kapok flowers bloom, their graceful blossoms set against the surrounding fields and farmland. Under the expansive blue sky, white clouds, and the glow of sunrise and sunset, they paint the rural landscape in vibrant hues. Along the Dongluo Creek in Changhua...
Forget-Worry Version of Golden Shower Trees Astonishing Hidden Gem in Alleys
With spring in full bloom, it's the peak season for cherry blossoms and golden shower trees. The entire island is covered in seas of pink and yellow flowers, prompting many tourists to embark on cherry blossom viewing and flower appreciation trips. In addition to the spectacular Golden Avenue, a hidden spot near the Long’an Post Office in Zhongliao, Nantou...
The Most Beautiful Golden Park – Admire the Shining Golden Trumpet Trees at Night
It’s the season of the golden trumpet trees, with golden avenues across Taiwan bursting into bloom. Aside from night viewing of cherry blossoms during the sakura season, night admiration of golden trumpet trees offers a uniquely beautiful experience. Located in Taichung, ^Tuo Yong? (Note: unclear place name), this place...
Eagle Stone Peak Urban Edition – A Hidden Night View Overlooking Aircraft Takeoffs and Landings
The hidden gem of Eagle Stone Peak went viral online, offering breathtaking views of the sea meeting the sky and picturesque green mountains, attracting many visitors. However, due to geological hazards at Eagle Stone Peak, it was closed at the end of 2016, much to the disappointment of many netizens...
Celebrate Thailand’s New Year Songkran Festival with up to 60% off hotels
The Songkran Festival is the most grand traditional festival of the Thai-speaking ethnic groups and Southeast Asia. This year, Thailand’s Songkran Festival will be celebrated from April 13th to 15th. The Thai government has implemented a short-term visa fee exemption in the first half of this year, and...
See the Eiffel Tower at a romantic European-style French restaurant
Aside from the famed bougainvillea flower tunnel in spring and cherry blossom woods, Tongluo Township in Miaoli also boasts an astonishing French specialty restaurant – Cacasong. Amidst a vast pastoral landscape with European countryside charm, stands a...
Historic Shop × Traditional Elixir Revival – Japan’s Finest Traditional Pharmacy
In Toyama Prefecture, Japan—home to the world-famous Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route—there stands a traditional pharmacy that has been in business for over 300 years: Ikeda-ya Yasubei Shoten. The shop is filled with the aroma of medicinal herbs and displays Toyama’s iconic stomach remedy, “Etchu Hangontan,” as well as a variety of traditional Japanese herbal medicines produced in-house. With its nostalgic packaging, an array of medicinal herbs, and health teas all crafted using time-honored preparation methods, this is a true gem of tradition. The shop also features an in-store pharmacist who provides personalized consultations. After carefully assessing your symptoms and constitution, they will select the most suitable herbal remedies from over 20 types of traditional Japanese herbal medicine and more than 200 varieties of herbs.
Travel to Japan with Keikyu for cherry blossom viewing & enjoy shopping discounts in the blooming season
Late March to April has always been the peak season for Taiwanese travelers visiting Japan to admire the cherry blossoms. To celebrate this vibrant season of blooming flowers, Keikyu has specially planned a series of shopping discount activities for tourists. Fans of all things Japanese...
New Night Illumination at the High Heel Chapel & The Grand Launch of Baroque Light Sculpture Exhibition
Taiwan’s first high heel-shaped chapel built with glass curtains, a popular attraction that has garnered attention from foreign media and received a Guinness World Record certification, held a new illumination ceremony at 6 PM on March 23. Many netizens...
Voted: Top 10 Most Popular Cherry Blossom Spots in Taiwan
Every spring, the whole of Taiwan takes part in cherry blossom viewing activities as blossoms bloom across the island. Beautiful photos of cherry blossoms are taken everywhere at famous spots and hidden gems. But which locations are the most loved by visitors? According to well-known...
Top 10 Relationship Triggers for Couples Traveling Together & How to Avoid Them
The travel partner is one of the key factors determining the success or failure of a trip. Many people choose to live together before marriage to see if they’re compatible, while others use travel as a way to test whether they can spend the rest of their lives together—especially since independent travel can directly reveal how well a couple meshes. Through travel, you can examine differences in preferences, values, and habits between you and your partner. Arguments may not only arise during the trip but even during the planning phase. Below are the top 10 relationship triggers for couples, all of which can easily lead to dangerous landmines:
Moses Parting the Sea Access Control Advisory No Island Entry to Protect Ecology
Penghu’s famous tourist marvel “Moses Parting the Sea” features a long, winding S-shaped gravel path that emerges during low tide, allowing visitors to walk to Chiyu Islet. This unique spectacle, reminiscent of the biblical miracle, has become a popular sightseeing spot. However, the influx of large crowds...
Eye-catching giant piano architecture & forest-surrounded theme restaurant
Located in Xitun District, Taichung, a large piano-shaped building has recently appeared. From a distance, it looks like a piano sitting by the street. Its dreamy appearance and design have attracted many passersby to stop and admire. In fact, this is a forest-themed restaurant centered around a piano...
Luxury Tea Boutique TWG Tea Opens at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Xinyi
The Singapore-based tea brand TWG Tea has grandly opened its boutique at Taipei’s Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Xinyi New World A4 Building. Established in 2008, TWG’s concept is to blend distinctive and original retail spaces, elegant salons...