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Entry and Exit Alert: Unreported Cash Over NT$100,000 Will Be Confiscated
Carrying sufficient money when traveling abroad is a common practice among frequent travelers for a sense of security. However, the Customs Administration now states that to prevent money laundering, in accordance with the amended and promulgated Article 12 of the Anti-Money Laundering Act, starting from June 28 of this year...
Typhoon Haitang Makes Landfall in Taiwan – Stay Alert for Strong Winds, Heavy Rain, and Work/School Closures
Typhoon Haitang (international name: HAITANG), a mild tropical storm designated as No. 10, followed closely after Nesat departed Taiwan. Around 16:40 on July 30, it made landfall near Fanggang, Pingtung, with its center overland northwest of Eluanbi...
Don’t fall for online photo scams again！The world’s six most disappointing tourist attractions
We often see many foreign attractions on social media that look incredibly beautiful and spectacular, so we add them to our travel lists. But when we land and see the real thing, it’s nothing like what we imagined. Here are six globally recognized disappointing attractions where online photos are highly misleading...
66 Doraemons Are Too Eye-Catching — A Summer Exclusive Takes Over Tokyo
The adorable army of Doraemons that appears in Roppongi every summer is back this year too!! The large-scale event planned by TV Asahi, “Roppongi Hills Summer Festival SUMMER STATION...”
MUJI Launches Its First Fruit and Vegetable Market – A New Hipster Pilgrimage Spot
The Japanese brand “MUJI” has seemingly become synonymous with quality living, with its minimalist and fresh style winning widespread acclaim. Following the launch of its health- and balance-focused “Café&Meal MUJI” restaurant,...
Former actor and TV host Mark Chao used the "ghost month" meme involving his instant noodle brand to shoot a video, showcasing the PAMI concept to promote Taiwanese cuisine.
The online food product, Zeng's Instant Noodles, held its first press conference more than two years after its market launch. Co-founder Mark Chao, who wrote, directed, and starred in the commercial himself, exclusively premiered the ad. In the video, he donned ghost makeup to play a hungry ghost, pale-faced and highly captivating. Speaking about...
More Than Just Dinosaurs – Kids Love the Elephant Special Exhibition This Summer
The ‘Elephant Group Special Exhibition’ is a carefully curated summer showcase by the National Museum of Natural Science, featuring hundreds of exquisite elephant fossils and rare, seldom-seen elephant skeletons on full display for visitors. Exhibition themes include: “The Rise of Elephants,” “Among the Many Elephants,” “Facts About Elephants,” “The Rise and Fall of Elephants,” and “Elephants in Taiwan.”
Beat the Summer Heat & Escape the Heatwave: Taiwan’s Top 6 Healing Tea Plantations
Taiwan’s tea industry has a history of over 200 years, and its deep-rooted tea culture is inseparable from local customs and traditions. Leisure-oriented tea plantations have become one of the popular tourist destinations. In addition to experiencing tea-picking...
Proposing here will definitely be a success – an island nation perfect for couples on vacation
Urban tourism is now a popular destination for mainstream travelers, with major cities such as Tokyo and Seoul being current hot spots. But in the scorching summer heat, traveling to island nations is even more refreshing. Strolling along the romantic beaches with sand and sunshine...
The longest-ever attraction in Universal Studios Japan history | Three new Halloween-themed rides and games
In recent years, Universal Studios Japan has adopted an “over-the-top” strategy, continuously enhancing its shows, roller coasters, and other attractions to captivate visitors. Every autumn, the park launches its annual Halloween event series...
Kaohsiung Dinosaur Park – A New Free Attraction Sparking Nationwide Buzz
As summer arrives, besides heading to the beach for some water fun, you can also explore a Jurassic wonderland in the city. Dream Mall in Kaohsiung has transformed its rooftop into the “Dinosaur Discovery Park,” making it Taiwan’s first dinosaur-themed amusement park that combines a theme park with a dinosaur experience. ...
It’s not just The Venetian—Four Unique Hotels in Macau That Are Each Worth Staying At
The Venetian is the well-known hotel that comes to mind when people think of traveling to Macau, but nowadays, more and more hotels are being built in Macau. Many distinctive and luxurious hotels are gradually emerging, offering new choices for travelers visiting Macau...
World’s Best Airport Announced: Changi’s New Terminal Is Breathtakingly Beautiful
Singapore’s Changi Airport has been ranked the world’s best airport for the past five years. Recently, photos of its upcoming Terminal 4 were released. The design is dominated by a sense of technology and draws inspiration from the symmetry of Singapore’s national flower, the orchid...
Taiwan’s Baroque Architecture Goes Viral Abroad, Resembling a Vampire’s Residence and Sparking Discussion
Recently, a wave of discussion about Taiwanese architecture has emerged on a well-known American forum. A foreign netizen accidentally discovered through Google Street View a towering Baroque-style building located in the Taoyuan Railway Station commercial area. The exotic relief...
New Year holiday fat-burning challenge: After completing the 92-km trek, you can eat whatever you want!
The 2019 Lunar New Year holiday lasts a full nine days, and of course you’ll want to enjoy a hearty reunion dinner. If you haven’t decided where to go for a spring outing yet, how about taking on the Taipei Vertical Walk? Once you’ve finished the trek, you can eat to your heart’s content without worrying about gaining weight!
These 5 Japanese universities are so beautiful they’ll make your heart skip a beat
Japan is a country where stunning scenery can be found everywhere — whether it’s the cherry blossoms in Tokyo in April or the maple leaves in Kyoto in October, each place has its own unique charm. So, which university campuses in Japan boast particularly beautiful scenery? In this article...
All your online shop photo locations are here — incredibly photogenic bonus scenes
Do you always envy how online shop owners and models find such uniquely lit, atmospheric spots to shoot? Not only do the photos look vibrant, but they also create an entirely different vibe without needing elaborate setups...
The Stunning Underwater Pyramid Wonder – A Secluded Beach at the Starting Point of the Central Mountain Range
There are many breathtaking hidden beaches along the Su’ao coast in Yilan. Between the two bays of Nanfang’ao and Dong’ao lies a sea-facing cape called “Wuyan Cape.” This isolated rocky hill marks the starting point of the main ridge of the Central Mountain Range. Its towering...
From Xishu to Celebrations — A Stroll Through Tainan’s Colorful Cultural and Creative Village
Xishu is located in the coastal fringe area on the outskirts of Tainan City, characterized by traditional historical settlements and folk culture. It is close to the Golden Coast, famous for its beautiful sunsets, and the Wanli commercial district, and is part of Tainan’s early old-style coastal fishing villages...
New Attraction by the "Architect of God" – World Heritage Site Opens to Public for the First Time After 130 Years
The Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí, known as the "Architect of God," is famous worldwide for his distinctive and fantastical design style. His works, ranging from the Palau Güell and Casa Milà to the century-defining...