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Taiwan’s only underwater postbox — a new diving hotspot creating buzz
Combining underwater installation art with coral reef restoration functions, Taiwan’s only artistic fish reef “underwater postbox” was unveiled on July 3 in Suogang, Penghu. Divers can visit to send letters to anywhere in the world while diving...
Moomin Themed Café – Adorable and Healing Dishes to Spark Your Inner Child
Originating from the Finnish fairy tales of Northern Europe, the highly popular Moomin Cafe (噜噜米主题餐厅) in Japan officially opened its branch in Taipei, Taiwan in July 2017. Here, you can enjoy themed dishes featuring the Moomin family...
Summer Refreshment Essentials: Japan’s Top 5 Limited-Edition Iced Drinks
Summer is not only the peak travel season but also the perfect time to cool down with icy treats. Recently, many well-known Japanese brands have launched seasonal summer exclusives—some even regionally or quantity-limited—tempting many tourists to rush out and buy them. Below are five recent brands and drinks with limited-time offerings that visitors can try before they’re gone.
The Grand Palace Version of the Castle in the Sky — A Secluded Wonder Like Mount Olympus
Since the release of Hayao Miyazaki’s animated film *Castle in the Sky* in 2002, the image of a floating rock city has been deeply etched in the hearts of fans, leading to the discovery of many similar real-world locations around the globe. Located in Sri Lanka...
A vacation means heading to the seaside — six top ocean-view homestays in Kenting
Located at the southernmost tip of Taiwan, Kenting boasts the most vibrant beaches and sunshine, brimming with rich Polynesian charm, and is especially beloved by both domestic and international tourists every summer. The following highlights six ocean-view homestays in Kenting where you can soak in your private bathtub...
Taipei 101 Misses the List – Japanese Netizens Vote on Top 10 Favorite Attractions
Taiwan has long been one of the favorite travel destinations for Japanese tourists. Recently, a well-known Japanese travel agency invited over 2,000 netizens to vote for the Taiwanese attractions or foods they most want to visit. Among them, famous sites such as Taipei 101 and Din Tai Fung...
Skip the overseas queues – Popular cookie brand now available in Taiwan
The signature teddy bear tin boxes and rich, crispy Jenny Bakery cookies, a must-queue souvenir for many tourists visiting Hong Kong, can now be purchased without waiting in long lines. Jenny Bakery...
Top 6 Travel Apps Recommended – Solo Travel with Just a Smartphone
With technology advancing rapidly, it has become quite common for everyone to own a smartphone, and apps have become a go-to method for many to access information. When traveling abroad, a wide range of information is essential, so here we recommend six travel...
Disney’s Stella Lou is a hot resale item – Summer new arrivals are even cuter
In March, Tokyo DisneySea unveiled Duffy Bear’s newest best friend, “Stella Lou.” Dressed in a ballet dress and shoes, Stella Lou captured fans’ hearts as soon as she debuted...
Limited-time Mist Wonderland: Architectural Installation Art Sparks Photography Craze
To stimulate public awareness and concern for the environment and to explore the relationship between architecture and artistic aesthetics, the Taipei Fine Arts Museum (TFAM) holds an annual X-Site open call, selecting a temporary architectural installation as a space for experiencing the fusion of architecture...
Top Choice for Summer Surfing & Sunset Watching: Discover Tainan’s Azure Beaches
Located in Tainan, Yiguang Island is a small independent island southwest of Anping District, connected to Anping via the Yiguang Bridge. This serene beach was once a hidden gem known only to a few—just cross a bridge and it feels like entering another world...
Manga Interactive Truck Nationwide Tour – LINE WEBTOON’s 3rd Anniversary in Taiwan
The mobile manga platform LINE WEBTOON celebrates its third anniversary in Taiwan, having amassed over 1.7 billion views. To mark the occasion, it has launched the “Manga New Talent Competition” to discover rising stars. Through cross-platform collaborations with LINE and partnerships across industries, it aims to...
The newest and largest night market in Northern Taiwan – spanning 15,000 square meters with over 450 stalls
The recently opened Xingren Garden Night Market in Shulin, New Taipei City, covers an area of 15,000 square meters with 700 stall spaces, and currently hosts 450 vendors, making it the largest night market in Northern Taiwan. To provide visitors with a better...
Tainan is not just about Zhengxing Street — don’t miss the all-white stilt house & salt mountain, must-visit photo spots
As the largest city in the Jianan Plain region, Tainan is known as a historic cultural capital and a food paradise, boasting rich, diverse, and naturally advantaged tourism resources. Aside from the recently popular container market on Zhengxing Street, other highly photogenic spots in Tainan are also well worth a visit. Below are three recommendations featuring all-white architecture and natural landscapes that feel like beautiful snowy scenes even in the peak of summer.
Taipei Night Market Queued-Up Famous Shop: MiLu’s Stir-Fried Brown Sugar Bubble Milk Tea Is a Huge Hit
Tainan is known as the food capital of Taiwan. When visiting Tainan, besides exploring its cultural heritage sites, you must not miss the local delicacies and street snacks. Among the highly popular spots in Tainan night markets is MiLu Creative Handcrafted Drinks, which specializes in freshly stir-fried brown sugar added to rich...
Top 20 Summer Must-Dos Across Taiwan: Beaches & Sand Sculptures Galore
As the scorching summer arrives, besides enjoying icy treats to beat the heat, one of the favorite activities for many tourists is heading to the beach or amusement parks to cool off in the water. Below is a list of over 20 refreshing summer water activity spots, featuring a variety of events from north to south...
Chanel Taipei Pop-Up Shop: 3 Must-Dos for Fashion Pilgrims
The globally renowned fashion and cosmetics brand COCO CHANEL, following the launch of COCO CAF pop-up stores in Tokyo, Seoul, Shanghai, Singapore, and other locations, also set up a pop-up café in Taipei’s East District on June 16...
The Tainan Qigu Seafood Festival is bustling with energy — come enjoy the stunning sunset over the Salt Mountain together.
The “Tainan Qigu Seafood Festival” is being held grandly from July 6 to August 20. This year’s festival includes exciting activities such as nature and ecology experiences, traditional fishing village life, musical performances, and leisure sports. In addition to continuing popular events from previous years...
Taiwan’s Longest Suspension Bridge Opens in September – Taiping Cloud Ladder Access Info
Taiwan’s longest single-span scenic suspension bridge, the “Taiping Cloud Ladder,” has recently announced its opening date. Instead of a trial operation, online ticket reservations will open in late August, with official operations starting on September 23. The main structure has been completed, but other...
Suspended in mid-air, these three cliffside spots are Taipei’s most photogenic
Taiwan boasts diverse and dramatic terrain, with cliffs and steep landscapes particularly beloved by adventure-seeking travelers. In recent years, rock formations and overhanging themes have become hugely popular on social media, including Eagle Stone Peak, Elephant Trunk Rock, ...