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New Highlights in Hand-Shaken Teas: Milk Foam Tea & Sparrow Imagery Spark IG Check-Ins
The Sparrow Guesthouse recently launched a brand-new hand-shaken milk foam tea brand called “Sparrow Drink,” featuring a lineup of refreshing milk foam beverages as it makes its official debut in the hand-shaken tea market. To expand its business, the Sparrow Guesthouse has planned a new...
Beach Vibes: Snap Stunning Shots with These 5 Must-Know Tips
Summer is the perfect time to hit the beach and enjoy the water. With checking in and taking photos now an essential part of travel, knowing how to take breathtaking beach photos has become crucial—especially when you're in a stylish swimsuit or bikini. The photographer’s skills really matter...
Hot weather calls for cold noodles — Taipei’s six most popular spots
As the hot summer arrives, there's nothing better than a refreshing bowl of cold noodles, paired with shredded cucumber and drizzled with sesame sauce — cooling and satisfying. Here are six popular cold noodle shops in Taipei, each often selling out before closing time. Foodies might want to add them to their must-try lists.
LINEFRIENDS' New Summer Topic: BT21 Themed Store Debuts
Global pop stars "BT21 from the Universe" have arrived in Taiwan! LINE FRIENDS has officially launched at the Taipei Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Xinyi A11 store of LINE FRIENDS Cafe & Store...
Who would have thought it's Thailand? Five Dreamlike Instagram Spots
Many people think of Thailand as a place full of Southeast Asian charm, known for its food, shopping, and vacation vibes. But Thailand also has a surprisingly dreamy side. Here are five magical spots in Thailand, each resembling a fairytale scene from a Korean drama...
Exhibition Zone 51: Alien Invasion Special Exhibition – The Planet Time Machine, a Must-Visit Photo Spot
Always full of fresh ideas, CITYLINK has specially curated the mysterious and unknown-themed "369 Planet Universe Domination" event this summer, now stationed at CITYLINK Nangang Store. ...
A 15-cm towering mountain of fresh cream—Japan’s famous pancake queue hotspot lands in Taiwan
Japan’s popular queue-worthy pancake brand Eggs’nThings has opened its first store in Taiwan on the 1st floor of Breeze Song Gao. Whether you’re craving their signature rich and refreshing whipped cream volcano pancakes or their all-day double-egg brunch series...
No need to go up the mountain to admire the Milky Way — your ultimate lazy guide to Taitung’s stargazing spots
As summer arrives, the daytime sky is clear and blue, while the night is filled with a brilliant river of stars. With Taitung’s vast open spaces, sparse population, and light-pollution-free environment, you can easily gaze at the starry heavens even from flatland — making it perfect for...
Taiwanese cuisine gains international fame: Tao Douhua opens its first overseas store in Tokyo
Beyond the global expansion of bubble tea shops, Taiwanese douhua (tofu pudding) has also made a name for itself internationally. "Tao Douhua," located in Taipei’s East District shopping area, has made its first international move by opening its first store in Japan in Tokyo’s bustling Shinjuku district...
Maria rapidly intensifying, may become a super typhoon! Approaching Taiwan on Tuesday
Typhoon Maria (international name: MARIA), the eighth typhoon, has now intensified into a moderate typhoon, with its strength and storm circle continuing to grow. Its center is located at 16.00 degrees north latitude and 142.00 degrees east longitude...
Eslite Makes Its Way to Shanghai as a New Cultural and Creative Landmark in 2015
When Eslite is mentioned, most people think of its cozy and artsy reading spaces. Now, Eslite is extending its unique cultural and creative style and services to Shanghai as well. Eslite Life will officially enter Shanghai in 2015...
Breathtaking Lakeside Park Lit Up at Night — A New Romantic Landmark for Qixi Festival
To enhance the nighttime urban scenery of the old town, the Taichung City Government has launched the Taichung Park Light Environment Revitalization Project. This includes lighting up the lakeside areas around Sun-Moon Lake, the Lake Center Pavilion, fountains, Zhongzheng Bridge, and Zhongshan Bridge, decorating them with various LED lights in red, yellow, blue, green, and more...
Qingshui Yuanshan Business District Celebrates Qixi Festival with Love Bus, Delicious Food & Giveaways
Located near the major MRT interchange stations Zhongshan Elementary School and Yuanshan, the Qingshui/Yuanshan Business District is dotted with historic landmarks, traditional delicacies, specialty eateries, and charming artisan shops. To celebrate Qixi Valentine’s Day, Taipei...
Starbucks unveils 'cloud' coffee series as romantic Qixi gift proposals make a delightful debut
This summer, on July 11, Starbucks launched an innovative freshly brewed Italian-style beverage—the “Cloud Frappuccino Blended Beverage”—featuring silky, soft ice milk foam clouds made with low-fat milk, paired with rich and aromatic iced shaken espresso...
The popular dessert shop in the alley often closes temporarily and you’ll have to go somewhere else.
The popular dessert shop “Often Here,” located near the Xingtian Temple MRT Station, posted a notice on July 4th stating that July 7th (Saturday) would be its last day of operation. Its next opening will not be until the end of November, with the exact date still undecided. ...
Explore it all by high-speed rail and bus—Taichung food, fun, and activities in a two-day trip
Central Taichung is bustling with many unique shops and delicious eats, boasting a thriving cultural and creative industry. It’s also very convenient to get around—whether you're traveling north or south, just take a high-speed rail to Taichung Station, and from there, you can reach the rest of the attractions by...
Not just Sanxing scallion pancakes — six must-queue foods in Yilan
Besides being known as "Little Europe," Yilan also has many delicious foods worth exploring. In addition to the famous Luodong Night Market and Dongmen Night Market, there are also must-visit famous eateries in Yilan City and Jiaoxi area. Be sure to check them out on your next trip to Yilan...
Must-try for laid-back travelers: Taiwan’s top five forest bathing paradises
Forest bathing refers to visiting forests or parks to breathe in the naturally fresh air, as if immersing yourself in an environment rich in oxygen, negative ions, and phytoncides. It is an ancient wellness practice known for its ability to rejuvenate both body and mind...
Penang’s Old Town Reborn,
Early Penang served as a maritime trade hub in Southeast Asia. Many Chinese merchants who came south married local Malay women, and their sons were called “Peranakan boys,” while the girls were known as “Peranakan girls.” As these children grew up in Penang, they...
Breathtaking Sea of Clouds and Starry Skies at Dazzling Accommodations in Alishan
The Alishan Forest Recreation Area features distinct scenery across all four seasons. Traveling on the Forest Railway takes you through tropical, temperate, and cold zone woodlands—each section of the journey offering unique landscapes. Additionally, Alishan is a great place to witness...