Travel
Countdown to free Thai visa applications — prepare your flight proof to save 1,200 yuan
To boost tourism, Thailand implemented an extended policy of waiving visa fees for single-entry visas from March to August 31, 2017. Since August, visa offices have been packed daily. To save the 1,200 yuan Thai tourist visa fee...
Popular marble wall photo spot & sweet confession drink sparks conversation
The "Like You, Like Me" shop, which just opened in early June this year, features an eye-catching full marble wall outside. This highly creative new-style juice drink features heartfelt confessions turned into slogans floating on the bottle, combining delicious taste, healthiness, and a hipster vibe all in one...
New flower sea experience in town – the stunning bloom at Mother Farm
Located on the Bōsō Peninsula in Chiba Prefecture, Japan, “Mother Farm” is Japan’s first-ever farm amusement park. In addition to animal parades, close encounters with animals, and sampling unique farm cuisine, visitors can also enjoy seasonal flower displays throughout the year...
Sweet Valentine’s Deals: Kaohsiung Unveils Top 10 High-Rise Bar Attractions
To celebrate the arrival of Valentine’s Day, the Kaohsiung City Government Tourism Bureau has launched ten romantic spots, paired with this summer’s highly acclaimed “Sweet Meet Summer” light travel package. Kaohsiung boasts numerous perfect places for couples, especially those who enjoy a more artistic vibe...
Qixi Fireworks Show at Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf Five Best Viewing Spots
Taiwan’s most romantic and dazzling annual Qixi Festival fireworks show at Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf is back. Looking for the best spot to watch? Want to experience the breathtaking power of fireworks like never before? Here are five top-rated viewing locations. Visitors who want to enjoy the show should definitely do their homework first.
Don’t miss out on this trend—these are Taiwan’s top 8 fair-faced concrete buildings
A fair-faced concrete building photography craze has recently taken off, with many netizens eager to capture the most artistic and stylish moments. Below are eight recommended spots across Taiwan featuring fair-faced concrete architecture. Each location boasts design-forward spaces and exteriors that, against the backdrop of blue skies and white clouds, make for incredibly artistic photos—perfect for a minimalist urban getaway.
Rilakkuma Japanese-style Tea House: Adorably Designed Dishes (Food Edition)
Rilakkuma, beloved worldwide, has opened its first overseas Japanese-themed café, Rilakkuma Tea House, in Taiwan. The café retains a strong traditional Japanese ambiance,...
August Hall’s Iconic Croissants Now Available in Taipei
The cult-favorite croissants from “August Hall,” beloved across central and southern Taiwan, have finally made their way to Taipei. A collaboration between a Taiwanese baking brand and Japanese techniques, the bakery focuses on freshly baked goods made daily in limited quantities, using French cultured butter and a multi-layered folding technique...
Don’t just snap broomsticks—Five must-shoot installations at Chaojing Park
Facing the vast, boundless sea always has a healing effect on a weary soul, as if body and mind are cleansed by the rolling waves. Recently, Keelung’s Badouzi Bay has become a hotspot...
Monkey waiters serving tea and drinks make this quirky restaurant a hot topic — pet cats and dogs as shop managers are nothing new
A tavern in Utsunomiya, Tochigi Prefecture, Japan, called “Kayabukiya,” employs macaques as waiters, paying them with delicious bananas. The monkeys have been working at the tavern for 29 years, dressed in checkered uniforms...
A Bohemian Journey of Self-Discovery: Five Breathtaking Hidden Spots in Langyu, Orchid Island
Besides being home to the iconic traditional Tao culture, Orchid Island is also one of the world’s potential heritage sites, boasting abundant sea-eroded wonders and island landscapes. Below are five featured spots in the Langyu community, including stunning hidden gems...
Join the global craze – Three avocado delicacies taking Taipei by storm
Avocado isn’t a traditional ingredient we’re familiar with, so it can be hard to find delicious avocado dishes in Taiwan. But for foreigners, almost no one would say no to it. Avocado is great for women’s skin, not only delicious but also...
Hidden Urban Charms: Four Ancient Japanese-Style Buildings
Taiwan is a place rich in history, marked by the imprints of its colonial past. The ancient Japanese-style buildings that have been passed down from that era carry a strong sense of time-worn character and numerous meaningful stories. These hidden Japanese-style old houses tucked away in...
Qingshui Sawmill 2.0 – 5 Must-Visit Attractions in Longjing, Taichung
The coastal area of Taichung boasts stunning seaside scenery and a charming fishing port vibe. In addition to the internationally renowned Gaomei Wetlands, Longjing District, also located along the coast, features many unique attractions worth visiting, including a university chapel designed by an internationally acclaimed architect...
Reliving Past Glory: A Visit to Xin Fang Chun Hang in Dadaocheng
With changes in the economic structure, Taiwan’s tea exports gradually declined, causing the more than two hundred teahouses that once flourished in Dadaocheng’s prime to close one after another. Xin Fang Chun Hang is the only surviving century-old...
A Hidden Valley Paradise Near the City – The Astonishing Landscape of the Earthworm Pit
Hot weather inspires many to hit the beach and enjoy the water, soaking up the vibrant beauty of the bay under the brilliant sun. But beyond the beaches, Taiwan also has mysterious valleys perfect for cooling off. The Earthworm Pit in Shiding District, New Taipei City, is...
Hualien also has a photogenic landmark — Da Nong Da Fu Plain Forest Park is a spot you won’t want to put your camera down at
Hualien boasts another hidden paradise away from the hustle and bustle of the city. Located along Provincial Highway 9, the Da Nong Da Fu Plain Forest Park lies in a secluded area nestled between the Central Mountain Range and the Coastal Mountain Range. After a decade-long afforestation project by the Forestry Bureau, it has become the nation’s first plain...
Not Just a Land Art Festival: Taoyuan’s Five Hidden Historic Sites Are Perfect for Photos
In recent years, Taoyuan has seen booming tourism development. Its natural beauty and local culture are becoming known to more and more people across the country. Aside from numerous land art installations that integrate with the environment, historic sites and buildings are also well worth visiting and photographing. Below are some recommendations...
A Grand Collection of Taichung’s Delicacies – Foodies, Feast Around the Clock
With so many mouthwatering options in Taichung, 24 hours just aren’t enough to try them all. If a restaurant has survived here, you can bet it’s delicious – proof that Taichung truly deserves its title as a food capital. From classic breakfast choices to hearty late-night meals, the city’s popular eats…
Would you dare eat an eyeball-flavored dessert? Halloween monster party treats make a lively debut
Tokyo Hilton, known for its luxurious dessert buffets, recently captivated young ladies with its glamorous and romantic “Marie Antoinette Wedding Theme Desserts.” Now, the new season’s desserts take a slightly terrifying turn...