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Keep Up with Global Food Trends: Five Trending Nitro Coffees Gaining Popularity
Coffee culture is becoming increasingly widespread in Taiwan, and people are becoming more discerning about their coffee choices. In addition to brewing methods and the origin of coffee beans, a new trend has emerged—“nitro coffee” infused with nitrogen. It looks like draft beer, with...
Hydrangea seas trigger traffic jams – Bamboo Lake holiday traffic control updates
The area around Zhuzihu in Yangmingshan is currently in peak hydrangea blooming season, drawing numerous flower-loving travelers to the mountains to admire the dreamy hydrangeas. Not only are they rushing into the gardens to take photos, but many hydrangea fields in Zhuzihu...
Taiwan Goes Crazy for Gashapon: 5 Must-Photograph Giant Gashapon Machines
In recent years, Taiwan has seen a surge in gashapon fever, with uniquely designed gashapon machines popping up everywhere, attracting netizens to try their luck and take photos. Not only are the machines themselves eye-catching, but the amazing prizes inside also draw the attention of many enthusiasts. Nowadays, giant themed gashapon machines have appeared all over Taiwan...
Must-Try Parent-and-Child N in Nagoya
Another popular Japanese dish in Taiwan has arrived on the scene—N, a must-eat in Nagoya with over 100 years of history
15-color IG-worthy photo hotspot — Summer edition of the Color Gallery
Don’t worry if you missed the most talked-about photo exhibition earlier this year. The 2018’s most photogenic Instagram spot, the “Color Gallery,” has come to Kaohsiung. Using everyday vibrant colors, it creates...
Starbucks Launches Star Fern Cake for Dragon Boat Festival, Summer Rewards Campaign Offers Frappuccinos
The renowned coffee brand Starbucks introduces new products each season and festival, and this year, in celebration of the Dragon Boat Festival, it has launched two summer-exclusive desserts: "Star Fern Cake" and "Star Zongzi." Pre-orders were open from May 23 to June 10, 2018, allowing customers to enjoy the refreshing textures of these delightful treats and embrace the summer vibes.
Trendy Fantasy Drinks Loved by Travelers: Huatian Fruit Room Expands to Hong Kong
Huatian Fruit Room, hailed by netizens as the "Starbucks of juice," has attracted numerous overseas travelers to Taiwan for photo ops with its vibrant layered juices and dreamy Japanese-style storefront. The branch opened in Kaohsiung in March this year...
Purple Morning Glory Blooms in Full Splendor – A Hotspot for Urban Flower Photography
Flower-viewing beauty can be found in the city too. In late spring and early summer, when the breeze is gentle, clusters of purple, trumpet-shaped Ipomoea cairica quietly appear on hedges and riverbanks, forming vast seas of purple blossoms. These can be admired at sites such as the Veterans’ Village Cultural Park and Guting Riverside Park...
The Mushroom Forest Trail is dreamy — a new highlight for photo ops at the Lake Light Art Festival
Located in Shierliao Lake Light Village, Emei Township, Hsinchu, this is a local hidden paradise where you can enjoy a feast of nature blended with culture. The May Shierliao Land Art Festival invited artists from Indonesia, Thailand, Australia, and Taiwan to...
A Pathway of a Thousand Hydrangeas – A New Free Urban Flower-Spotting Hotspot
Every summer, hydrangeas bloom vibrantly across Taiwan, bursting forth in dazzling colors that bring joy to flower-viewing visitors. In addition to mountainous areas such as Yangmingshan and Nanzhuang in Miaoli...
Agnès b. Travel Photography Art Exhibition: Peter Su's "PrāGa – Every Breath in Life"
The renowned brand Agnès b. collaborates with图文 writer Peter Su to launch the travel photography art exhibition "PrāGa – Every Breath in Life," running from May 18 to July 1, 2018...
Industry-first pop-up store for beverages: The refreshing BLACK MAGIC SARSAI Select Shop
The classic brand familiar to everyone, BLACK MAGIC SARSAI, after previously launching its “Refreshing Der” sugar-reduced version in a minimalist black-and-white design, continues this time with the simple living concept, creating a brand-new...
Lip Print Brown Pouty Sally Must-Have LINE FRIENDS Pillow – Second Drop
South Korea’s LINE FRIENDS frequently releases a variety of merchandise, with each wildly popular animated character having a large fan base. Recently, LINE FRIENDS launched...
Rilakkuma transforms into a cup figurine — the latest collab sparks girlie hearts
This year marks Rilakkuma’s 15th anniversary, and the beloved bear has teamed up again with the renowned plush brand PUTITTO to launch the third edition of Rilakkuma cup figurines. Themed around a strawberry party, five different poses of Rilakkuma...
A must-photograph boho IG spot: vintage iron flower windows and large retro glass become popular hotspots
Everyday alleyway street scenes in Taipei have become backdrops for many photos, especially old houses and Japanese colonial-era architecture, which are particularly favored by tourists and netizens. Iron flower windows and vintage glass are also popular scenes that many enjoy sharing on IG. ...
The world’s first paper architecture in Taiwan | Top flower viewing spots at the three zones of the Flower Expo
The 2018 Taichung World Flora Exposition will open on November 3. In addition to numerous flower viewing attractions, the municipal government has also created special features in the three expo zones, including the waterside park in the Fengyuan Huludun Zone, the world’s first paper architecture “Senlong Huoliong Pavilion” in the Houli Zone...
All-in-one fun: food, drinks, activities — enjoy a relaxing one-day trip to Hsinchu’s top attraction
The Hsinchu Mawudu Resort, perfect for family trips, is best known for its fairytale-like “Wizard of Oz Secret Land,” featuring lush green grassy slides and a magical spa water play area. The resort also offers the “Wizard of Oz Adventure One-Day Tour” at a limited-time price of NT$1,258 per person.
Xingtian Temple Station Alley: 3 IG Hotspots – Hipster Cafés & Charcoal Toast
In the alleys of Taiwan, there are many eateries rich in cultural charm. The area near Taipei’s Xingtian Temple, in particular, is home to numerous hidden alleyway gems that not only feature trendy hipster decor but also serve uniquely flavored dishes, making them popular IG photo spots recently...
Endless golden rice waves — Taiwan’s top five rice field scenic spots
In most parts of eastern Taiwan, the first rice planting season runs from February to June, so the best time to view the fields is from late May to June. During this period, the land is covered in golden rice waves, creating a spectacular sight against the blue sky and white clouds...
Nordic fairy tale Moomin makes an appearance – a must-photograph large-scale themed installation exhibition
With summer vacation here, various parts of Taiwan have launched family-friendly activities, inviting both kids and adults to enjoy the lively season together. This year, Taoyuan’s Taimall Shopping Center has teamed up with the super-cute Finnish elf Moomin to present the “Moomin’s Summer Journey...”