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Breathtaking scenery like a fairyland – the most beautiful hidden waterfall reopens
Located upstream of the Ashiwen River in Shizi Township, Pingtung County, the Kayou Peak Waterfall is the largest of its kind in southern Taiwan. In summer, when water levels are high, layered mountains and lush valleys unfold before your eyes. Netizens have praised it as a paradise on earth, and...
Check out this new all-white-and-green architectural hotspot for photos — New Taipei City’s first fully self-service library
Parking lots aren’t just for cars — they can also lend you books. New Taipei City’s first smart library located inside a parking structure, the Luzhou Ren’ai Smart Library, has officially opened. Covering an area of about 200 pyeong (approximately 660 square meters), the library houses over 13,000 books and operates entirely via self-service. ...
Buy one, get one free！Convenience stores roll out flash coffee promotions to welcome the weekend
After a busy week, convenience stores are offering a buy one, get one free coffee promotion this weekend. FamilyMart is running a limited-time “Buy 1 Get 1 Free on the same size Iced Latte / Iced Americano” deal to boost sales. ...
Michelin-starred eatery shuts down！Tim Ho Wan branch ceases operations
Dubbed the world’s cheapest Michelin restaurant, the Tim Ho Wan outlet at Taipei’s Uni-President Times Mall in Xinyi District has closed due to lease expiration, and the brand has decided to relocate the store to CITYLINK at Songshan Station. The decision not to renew...
Asia’s first FRIDAYS 2.0 new concept store – six dining atmospheres that are as delicious as they are photogenic
American restaurant TGI Fridays has launched a brand revitalization plan, and Taiwan’s FRIDAYS will also be the first in Asia to open the “FRIDAYS 2.0 New Concept Store” at TaiMall on July 24...
High quality yet affordable Asian flavors – Nomad Restaurant::\SnapTrip: Ubud
Text by Chi Binghui Visiting a resort destination - SnapTrip How to enjoy an artistic culinary experience in the heart of the Ubud area? Here, you can savor delicious, visually stunning, and great-value meals without spending a fortune...
Fly to European Countryside in Seconds！Taiwan’s Top Five Hidden Garden Paradises
Taiwan boasts rich mountainous ecology and picturesque gardens everywhere. Many businesses have leveraged this to create estates reminiscent of Europe, allowing visitors to experience foreign charm without leaving the country. Here are five hidden garden paradises across Taiwan—each...
IG-worthy stunning views galore！Top 6 scenic cafes in Yilan
Located about an hour’s drive from downtown Taipei, Yilan boasts rolling mountains, vast farmlands, and endless ocean views. It’s a great travel destination all year round and is even dubbed “Little Europe” by netizens. Below is a list...
Must-try Japanese desserts: Mister Donut teams up with PABLO to launch a cheese tart donut
Japanese Mister Donut has once again launched its "misdo meets" collaboration series, this time partnering with the popular cheese tart brand PABLO. Mister Donut in Japan...
A Floral Spectacle That Appears Only Once Every Two Years—A Must-See Belgian Flower Carpet Festival in Your Lifetime
Every two years, Belgium hosts a grand Flower Carpet Festival in its capital, Brussels. Volunteers meticulously arrange hundreds of thousands of Begonia flowers to form a massive floral tapestry, attracting tourists from around the world who flock here to witness this breathtaking masterpiece...
No need to fly too far for a European garden Greek vibe—five dreamy European-style hotels
European travel has always been a dream for many, but factors such as cost, limited vacation time, and long-haul flights make it hard for some to go. In response, a well-known travel booking website has released the “Japan’s 5 Dreamy European-Style Hotels,” where you can immerse yourself in the laid-back Mediterranean holiday atmosphere, quintessentially British elegance and romance, Dutch garden beauty, and the passionate flair of Spain—all within a flight of less than three hours...
Fun photo ops, playful fun and family joy with the lovable Cheburashka this summer
The beloved Russian national icon and the world-famous, always wobbly Cheburashka will meet kids and adults alike at the Blue Whale Pavilion on the 5th floor of Dream Mall in Kaohsiung from July 20 (Friday) to September 2 (Sunday)...
Totoro Forest Hidden Gem – Taiwan’s Largest Flatland Park
Located in Changhua, “Fitzroy Park” is dubbed “Little Melbourne.” Modeled after Melbourne’s Fitzroy Gardens in Australia, it was constructed using locally sourced flowers and nursery plants from Changhua to create a lush, green paradise...
A 3-story drop in just 10 seconds—Taiwan’s first-ever water-based freefall ride!
Summer is the perfect time to head to a water park, and this season, Leofoo Village Theme Park has unveiled a brand-new attraction: the “Scream Bottomless Pit.” It’s Taiwan’s only high-speed water-based freefall ride, where you can experience a vertical plunge from the height of a 3-story building and enjoy the thrill of...
Ultra-low fares to Japan available now – Early bird winter routes from budget airlines on sale
Following Taiwan’s Tigerair’s winter flight promotion, Japanese low-cost carrier Peach Aviation also launched its winter flight promotion on July 18. Routes include Taoyuan–Tokyo, Taoyuan–Osaka, Taoyuan–Okinawa, Taoyuan–Sendai, Taoyuan–...
Starbucks Father’s Day Cake Promotion Features Mango Chiffon Cake
Father’s Day in August is just around the corner, and Starbucks has launched the “Mango Chiffon Cake” to treat hardworking dads starting today. The plain chiffon cake is filled with mango mousse and diced mango, topped with sweet mango slices, and coated with a light...
The authentic Malaysian-Singaporean cuisine restaurant D’Palace Duck King Hall officially opens its first Taiwan branch
The iconic Malaysian dish “Angelica Roast Duck” has been introduced to Taiwan by “D’Palace Duck King Hall,” which officially opened on July 18 on Zhongxiao East Road in Taipei. The representativeness and popularity of Angelica Roast Duck are so strong that there’s even a saying locally...
The World Goes Wild for Hidden Getaways! Top 10 Best Secret Retreats Revealed
"Hidden travel" is on the rise！A leading booking website, analyzing 25 million real guest reviews, found that over the past two years not only has the number of people searching for secret hideaway accommodations increased dramatically—including private islands (50%), ...
Romantic Qixi Festival Milky Way & Alishan Perseid Meteor Shower Day Tour
Alishan’s annual Perseid Meteor Shower event features three sessions of the “Meteor Season” held at Alishan National Forest Recreation Area on August 10–11, August 13–14, and August 14–15...
Blue Bottle Coffee in Japan opens another new branch blending Old Foreign Settlement style – a must-visit for culture lovers
After venturing into the Kansai region in Japan on March 23, 2018, by opening a machiya-style café in Kyoto that created quite a buzz, Blue Bottle Coffee revealed in June that it would open a second branch in the Kansai area – also its ninth store in Japan – with the location...