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No need to go abroad to see deserts — Taiwan has some amazing desert-like landscapes too
Envious of your friends abroad who get to see magnificent desert scenery and experience a totally different environment? Now you don’t have to be jealous — there’s no need to go abroad or even take a flight. You can find some truly incredible desert-like sights right here in Taiwan...
A Japanese-style old house with a glass house restaurant & 50-ping grass lawn outdoor concert venue
Renovating old houses has been a trend in recent years. Taiwan has many historic old mansions that can be repurposed and revitalized, giving new life to these aged buildings. In the heart of Taipei, there’s a stylish old house nestled among lush greenery...
Aerial view of Q-version painted rice fields – top 5 must-visit spots in Huatan, Changhua
The famous Huatan attraction “Three Springs Old Tree,” which drew crowds last year with its painted rice fields, makes a fresh return in its second year of the rice paddy art project this year. The location is at the intersection of Banjiu Road and Zhonggou Industrial Road in Yongchun Village...
Häagen-Dazs melts girls' hearts – Sweetheart jelly drinks are delicious and must-be-photographed
In the sweltering summer with temperatures hitting new highs, the top-tier ice cream brand Häagen-Dazs has launched a dreamy new product – the “Sweetheart Jelly Drink.” Combining ice cream with refreshing frozen beverages and a variety of colorful desserts...
There's also a limited-edition beer for Ghost Festival — Taiwan Beer’s ghost-catching packaging is just too cute
Recently, beverage bottle designs in Taiwan have really been getting better and better. Nowadays, when people buy drinks, taste isn't the only priority — packaging has become a major focus too. Attractive-looking drinks aren't just essential for social media photos these days, but beer is also one of the local beverages that many travelers...
Hong Kong Disneyland’s New Haunted House | 48 Days of Halloween Party Non-Stop
Besides the traditional folklore of the Hungry Ghost Festival in the seventh lunar month, Halloween is also a major Western ghost festival and an exciting day of revelry. This year, Hong Kong Disneyland will hold the “..." from September 14 to October 31, a continuous 48-day event.
Check-in to room service, all handled by him — Southeast Asia’s first robot-service hotel
Japanese tourism has introduced robot check-ins, and now this trend has spread to Singapore, where robots assist with room service and cater to all the needs of guests. Future room service — including delivering meals — may no longer be handled by waiters pushing carts.
Key autumn and winter flower spots across Taiwan Top four flower sea destinations to check out first
Autumn and winter are key seasons for flower viewing across Taiwan. The cool seasonal winds bid farewell to summer and usher in a refreshing time of year, with the stars of the floral displays gradually changing. Below is a roundup of four major flower sea attractions and their peak viewing times across Taiwan this autumn and winter. Travelers might want to...
Reopening after six months: Kinmen Lieyu Visitor Center renovations completed
After a six-month closure, the Kinmen National Park Headquarters announced that the Lieyu Visitor Center and its surrounding areas have finished renovation work and are now reopened to the public. The Lieyu Visitor Center has been closed since March this year for related facility improvements...
Colorful handmade dumplings bursting with flavor—affordable and oh-so-satisfying
Located in Taichung, Hao Zhu Yi Noodle House has been open for over three years. With a cozy ambiance and delicious food, dishes like their Double Treasure Beef Noodles and xiaolongbao are hugely popular. But the most unique offering is their colorful mixed dumplings...
Taiwan’s Only Remaining Wulai Train Resumes Service with Special Discounted Fares
The Wulai Train, which connects the Wulai Old Street commercial area with the waterfall, is Taiwan’s only remaining train and an important cultural asset of the forestry industry. It has been out of service since Typhoon Soudelor two years ago, but after restoration and reconstruction by the Forestry Bureau, it has recently...
Free admission extension at the Palace Museum – Buy one, get one free when visiting both museums
The National Palace Museum has encouraged the public to visit museums more often and enhance cultural appreciation. Since September 2016, it has offered free admission to visitors with ID cards after 4:30 PM, receiving an enthusiastic response. As the number of visitors...
Nantou isn’t just about the Forest of Bliss—its ginkgo forest trail and tea plantation scenery offer even more charm
Want to cool off in summer without getting sunburned? Head to a forest trail to breathe in the phytoncides (airborne compounds released by trees)! Nantou County boasts abundant natural landscapes, and its classic hiking trails are popular spots for watching sunrises and sea of clouds. Forests have also become a hot destination for travelers. Whether it’s the previously famous Forest of Bliss or the refreshing and tranquil Lulin Mountain Trail, they’re all beloved. Now, the ginkgo trail in Nantou is nearing completion.
Abandoned Style is Hitting IG – The Industrial-Chic Wire Mesh Trail Draws Crowds
In recent years, with the rise of skywalks and suspension bridges, new scenic trails have emerged across Taiwan, offering views ranging from valley landscapes to mountain and sea vistas. Located in Yilan, the Qinghe Bridge Jinmei Plank Walk is an alternative...
It's a shame to visit Macau without checking out these spots: Six must-see Portuguese-style attractions
With the rise of the "small fresh" trend in recent years, aside from Taiwan and Japan, Hong Kong and Macau have gradually become favorite travel destinations for the culturally inclined. Among them, Macau’s Portuguese charm offers an enchanting touch of the exotic, attracting many visitors...
Strikingly Similar to the Popular HARBS Fruit Mille-Feuille – Available Here in Taiwan
Zhe Tian Cake Shop has been likened by netizens to “the Taiwanese version of Japan’s HARBS fruit mille-feuille.” For most Taiwanese, their introduction to fruit mille-feuille likely comes from “HARBS.” Compared to HARBS’s opulence, Zhe Tian is more like a cozy, minimalist café. Its layers of pastry are filled with whipped cream, custard sauce, bananas, strawberries, kiwis, and other seasonal fruits—delicately smooth and entirely unburdensome, sweet yet never cloying.
Check out this new pilgrimage spot—the Winnie the Pooh pop-up store is perfect for photos inside and out
The super adorable Winnie the Pooh pop-up store has finally arrived in Taiwan！This time, Winnie the Pooh has teamed up with Beast Kingdom to launch the limited-time "Winnie the Pooh Summer Party" pop-up store. Not only is the exterior setup eye-catching, but the interior also offers many...
Head to the Dutch music festival – Party at Amsterdam’s luxury hotel
As the Dutch music festival approaches, The Conservatorium Hotel in Amsterdam – a local luxury boutique palace – has launched 【The Ultimate Party...
New highlight at the -15°C Ice Palace: Yeast Baby Snow World
Ever since Meizi visited Yeast Baby’s Imaginary World in Chiayi last time, she’s been keeping an eye on the fan page updates. One day while scrolling through her phone, huh—what’s this? Looking closer, wow—this looks like so much fun...
The Universiade has come to a successful close, with the double-decker bus 831 heroes parade drawing attention
The Taipei Universiade will conclude today. As of press time, Team China has won 26 gold, 34 silver, and 30 bronze medals, marking the best performance in the country’s history at the Universiade. Meanwhile, over 80% of competition tickets have been sold, also a new record for all editions...