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Hot air balloons & steam trains for free: Nantou Train Festival kicks off on July 14
The beloved summer event for all ages in Nantou — the 2013 Nantou Train Festival — will be held from July 14 to August 11. This year’s theme is “Traveling with Building Blocks Fun,” featuring a series of events that combine railway...
Liu Ke-xiang Takes You on a Tour of Beitou – Experience Taipei’s Most Scenic Bus Route
Everyone says the Yangmingshan area is Taipei’s backyard garden, but how can you explore this garden in a way that’s exciting, enriching, and relaxing? Taiwan’s well-traveled Taiwan Tourist Shuttle has just added a new “Beitou Zhuzihu Line,” which passes through...
Experience American culture with the "Complete Self-Guided Tour of Western USA" APP by HowToTrip
When it comes to the U.S. West Coast, the images that come to mind might be somewhat vague, but if you mention California, everyone’s impressions become a bit clearer—let alone when you bring up major cities like Los Angeles and San Francisco. California is like...
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[Wednesday Special]Kenting Spring Scream Music Festival — Rock Bus All-Nighter 20% Off Now On!
This year’s Spring Scream Music Festival will be held at Kenting Hengchun Airport on April 4–5, featuring an incredible lineup including Mayday and S.H.E, making the early bird discounted tickets sell out in a flash. Originally, accommodation in Kenting on holidays was already...
Nantou Meifeng Spring Feast: The Best Time to Admire Peach Blossoms in March
The Mountain Experimental Farm of National Taiwan University has held its annual Spring Feast event for 12 years by 2013, and will once again host the yearly "Blossoms Dance in the Spring – Peach Blossom Corridor" from March 15 to 30, 2014. The blooming flowers at the Meifeng Spring Feast always kick off with the farewell to winter and the arrival of a hopeful spring. This year’s theme, “Gardens Unite with Art,” invites everyone to share the joy, beauty, creativity, and local activities that embody the farm’s vibrant spring season.
Hidden Gems of Hong Kong: Old-World Charms in Midsummer
I've been to Hong Kong many times—just eating, shopping, or wandering around Tsim Sha Tsui and Mong Kok? When people think of Hong Kong, many immediately picture an image of a trendy, fashionable international metropolis, the third most densely populated place in the world...
Search for Jimmy Liao & Enjoy a Leisurely Yilan Trip
The recently popular Jimmy Liao Theme Square has become a new must-visit attraction in the Yilan area. Surely many netizens are planning to make a pilgrimage there this summer vacation, right? Before you set off, why not browse today’s recommended one-day itinerary...
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[Thursday Arts & Culture]Kaohsiung Spring Arts Festival – The Musical “Thinking of You Every Day” in Tribute to Zhang Yusheng Goes on Sale
2014 marked the first five years of the Kaohsiung Spring Arts Festival (KSAF), a world-class performing arts event created, produced, organized, and promoted under the city’s name. With the support of nearly 300,000 audience members, it gradually became...
The iconic "Blue Print" mural on Haian Road in Tainan has been painted white, marking the end of a popular local attraction
The well-known "Blue Print" mural on Haian Road in Tainan City, a beloved tourist spot, had been rumored since last year to be repainted white after standing for ten years. Today, it was reported that painters have indeed whitewashed the iconic blue wall...
A Complete Guide to 1,490 Attractions in Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe
Strolling along the stone-paved path of Kiyomizu-dera Temple in Kyoto, you’ll find traditional two-story wooden buildings with black-tiled roofs lining the street, while maiko and geiko in vibrant kimonos weave through the crowd; cruising on a sightseeing boat, you pass by a billboard of a sprinter with arms raised in motion, and the romantic atmosphere of Dotonbori at night is enhanced by the tender moments of couples along the canal...
Fall in Love with Jordan: Experience a Secret Spa Retreat with Hot Springs and Waterfalls
Majestic waterfalls cascade down from the mountaintop, surrounded by natural rock formations that create a shield-like barrier. Soaking in the water and freely drifting about, the stunning landscape crafted by the yellow earth, peculiar rocks, and massive boulders feels like being in an oasis in the desert. While enjoying a full-body SPA treatment coated with Dead Sea mud...
Summer Festival Frenzy: The Ultimate Guide to Kyoto, Osaka, and Kobe
Gion Matsuri, Tenjin Matsuri, and Mimikko Matsuri... Japan’s summer festivals kick off in July, with Kyoto’s Gion Matsuri — one of the three great festivals of Japan — lasting a full month. Alongside Gion Matsuri...
Taiwanese female culinary star shines globally: Taichung's Le Moût named among Asia's 50 Best Restaurants
Taiwanese chef makes international splash: Le Moût (Le Mo?t) in Taichung, led by Chef Peggy Chen, has been selected as the Veuve Clicquot Asia's Best Female Chef 2014...
Onna Doka Doka: A Miracle Café with Hidden Beauty
As the car climbs up a small hill and turns onto a winding path, the surrounding plants seem to change in appearance. A red brick house atop a hill catches the eye, exuding an air of being the only one of its kind for miles around. With its prime location by the mountains and sea...
The JR East SL Galaxy Steam Train Returns: Ride a Vintage Steam Locomotive Through Tohoku Starting April
Attention Japanese train enthusiasts!* To boost tourism in Japan’s Tohoku region, JR East’s tourist train “SL Galaxy” will officially resume service on April 12. The train will be powered by a restored C58-type steam locomotive, manufactured 73 years ago and recently refurbished...
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[Thursday Art Appreciation]Man Ray: Light/Shadow/Illusion – A Fantastic Journey into the Avant-Garde Master’s World
Man Ray (1890-1976) can be regarded as a giant of avant-garde art in the 20th century. Born in the United States, he spent the most important creative period of his life in Paris. Man Ray actively participated in Dada and Surrealist movements,...
Taipei Nightlife: Must-Try Late-Night Eateries Before Bed
On a hungry night, whether you’re looking to grab a quick bite or meet up with friends for a late-night chat and snacks, having to search online for good food before heading out can be a hassle. Follow the “New Greater Taipei Travel Guide: The Ultimate App” published by Mook Publishing...
Summer in Tokyo: A Guide to Fireworks Travel
In Japan, summer immediately brings to mind festivals and fireworks displays. The Japanese passion for festivals is truly astounding—the frequency and richness of events, both large and small, are nothing short of breathtaking. It's as if...
TLC's "Crazy Taiwan All-Stars" unveils ten star-studded itineraries across Asia
With the strongest lineup ever to support Taiwan tourism, TLC Travel & Living Channel and the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications have joined forces for the sixth time on the "Crazy Taiwan" series. The newly produced "Crazy Taiwan All-Stars" features host Janet inviting 1...
1,600 paper teddy bears are just too cute—crowds scramble to take photos of 40 that got scratched
The whole city goes wild for paper teddy bears—1,600 of them officially made their debut last Friday at Taipei’s - Square. According to the organizers, by 6:00 PM on the first day of the exhibition, over 270,000 visitors had already come...