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The night cherry blossoms and snow scenery are so beautiful they seem unreal — Japan’s dreamlike landscapes just got another addition
Hirosaki Castle in Aomori Prefecture is one of the most beautiful cherry blossom viewing spots in Japan, and its night cherry blossoms are an absolute must-see spectacle. In addition to the annual cherry blossom festival from April to May each spring, you can also enjoy stunning night cherry blossom snowscapes in winter. Recently, a photographer...
Tainan is not just Zhengxing Street—here are ten must-visit attractions for food, fun, and everything in between
The Xinhua District in the suburbs of Tainan, besides being home to the Hutoupi Scenic Area, also features numerous hipster and family-friendly spots, including the Sweet Potato Eco Story House, Dakeng Leisure Farm, and Junjiu Streets and Villages. With its wealth of cultural heritage sites and Baroque-style architecture...
New Hidden Spot in Taichung for Free Flower Viewing: A Colorful Sea of Blooms and Bald Cypresses
To welcome the upcoming Taichung Flower Expo at the end of the year, the city government has planted landscape green manure crops in various areas, including cosmos flowers and rapeseed fields, transforming Taichung into a city of gardens. Among them, the Guangfu Flower Sea in Xitun District not only...
Cherry Blossom Railway-Themed Convenience Store – A New Scenic Spot, Must-Take Photos with Cherry Trees in Container Seating
Convenience store 7-11 has opened a new branch, with its Tengda outlet in Hsinchu creating Taiwan’s only cherry blossom railway-themed store. The pink decor, accented with several cherry blossom trees, gives the shop a dreamy atmosphere that attracts many customers to stop for photos and...
The giraffe lantern is a must-photograph eye-catcher – a new highlight for castle landmark check-ins
The "2018 Taiwan Lantern Festival in Chiayi" was grandly held on March 2, the Lantern Festival, with the super cute animal lanterns of a giraffe and a sika deer also making their way into the mountain fairy-tale castle, the "Zhongpu Visitor Center," adding new talking points to the already whimsical visitor center...
Asia’s first Marvel experience center – A new tech theme park with virtual reality 4D visuals
Asia’s first Marvel virtual experience center has officially opened in Busan. It is a new type of experiential theme park that combines world-renowned Marvel Comics superheroes with the latest technologies such as VR (virtual reality), AR (augmented reality),...
Pink, colorful, and full of hearts — must-buy Starbucks Valentine’s Day limited edition
The 2018 Little New Year coincided with Valentine’s Day. In addition to gifts for visiting relatives during the festive season, Starbucks launched sweet Valentine’s Day limited-edition items that are a great choice for both gifting and personal use, brimming with warmth and romance...
Not Just the Sea but Also the Stars: Five Healing Destinations for Singles
Taitung is known as the backyard garden of Taiwan, where slender mountain ranges meet the blue sea and sky. Any coastal attraction here offers breathtaking views that heal the mind and body. Surrounded by rich indigenous culture, this stunning natural environment is perfect...
Travel instant noodles get a new compressed design – another must-buy item in Korea
Whether traveling abroad or domestically, many travelers often bring along a few packs of instant noodles to stave off hunger or ease homesickness. There’s one super popular travel instant noodle in Korea that not only receives praise for its taste from many netizens but also...
Taichung’s New Waterfront Landmark: A Scenic Check-in Spot
The Fazi River is a key urban gateway of Taichung. Following the completion of the Liuchuan River project, Taichung is set to gain another beautiful welcome river. The Taichung City Government’s Water Resources Bureau plans to create another check-in hotspot along the picturesque Fazi Riverbank, featuring...
Annual must-grab cherry blossom entry slots – Best Wuling Cherry Blossom Season traffic control times
The most anticipated Wuling Cherry Blossom Season of the year kicks off in February this year. The Directorate General of Highways has also announced traffic management measures for the season, limiting daily entries to 6,000 people from February 16 to 25 (Lunar New Year’s Day). Last year’s cherry blossom...
Holiday Travel Alert: 52 Problematic Travel Agencies Blacklisted
As the winter vacation travel season peaks, many families plan trips during their annual leave and children’s school break. To protect travelers’ rights, the Tourism Bureau under the Ministry of Transportation and Communications has, in accordance with Article 43 of the Development of Tourism Act, announced a list of travel agencies to be cautious of or avoided based on their operational status from June 24, 2017 to January 22, 2018...
A new international architectural landmark in Taiwan: The pure white m8 Court space designed by Kengo Kuma
Taiwan’s international architectural design scene welcomes another masterpiece with the grand opening of “m8 Court” at the Kinmen Wind Lion God Shopping Center. This approximately 300-ping exhibition space was designed by internationally renowned Japanese architect Kengo Kuma, utilizing natural...
The Old House Café is perfect for photos both inside and out — one of the world’s four historic mansion Starbucks
The world’s most influential coffee chain, Starbucks, has a global presence, with stores in various styles such as exquisite, luxurious, and trendy. But its branches in traditional buildings are equally captivating. Here are four Starbucks located in historic mansions, including...
Gucci Garden: A Fashionable New Attraction Where You Can Also Enjoy Michelin Three-Star Cuisine
The Italian fashion brand Gucci established the Gucci Museum (Gucci Museo) in 2011, locating it in an ancient building in Florence. In 2018, the brand reimagined the traditional museum concept...
Visiting just the Big Lake for strawberry picking isn't enough – A one-day tour of Miaoli’s top five attractions
Miaoli’s Big Lake is known as Taiwan’s Strawberry Kingdom. From November to April each year, it’s peak strawberry season, with strawberry farms and sightseeing orchards everywhere. Visitors can pick their own strawberries and take fresh ones home. ...
Dog-themed sand sculptures reach new levels of cuteness – a perfect winter vacation and Chinese New Year destination
This year, the Nantou International Sand Sculpture Art and Culture Park is themed around the Year of the Dog, kicking off on January 28. It’s the only sand sculpture event in the country not located by the sea. This edition uses Nantou Golden River sand, which is rare in Taiwan for being salt-free and rich in earthy aroma...
Fly to Bangkok for just 2,000 – Low-cost airline launches limited-time promo
Good news for travelers planning to visit Thailand during the Qingming holiday or summer vacation. A Thai low-cost airline is offering promotional deals during a limited 3-day sale from January 30 to February 1. Not only are one-way tickets starting from just 1,818...
Giant plush toys that fans must take photos with – Chibi Maruko-chan limited-time pop-up shop
The innocent and carefree cartoon star Chibi Maruko-chan is a nostalgic favorite for many, loved not only by children but also bringing smiles to adults through the heartwarming interactions between Maruko and her grandfather. Now, the Chibi Maruko-chan...
10-kilometer Pink Flower Sea & Cherry Blossom King Blooming Info Here
Pingtung’s Wutai Township is a southern hotspot for flower viewing. Cherry blossoms have been planted here since the Japanese colonial period, and the annual cherry blossom season in Wutai takes place around spring and winter. This year’s Wutai cherry blossom season has already begun, with cherry trees stretching over 10 kilometers from kilometer 38 to 48 along Provincial Highway 24...