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Iris flowers bloom vibrantly at rural homestay, creating scenery as picturesque as an oil painting
Staying amidst vast fields of flowers is incredibly healing and relaxing. Hidden among the fields and alleys of Changhua, there lies a sea of iris blossoms. The vibrant, colorful blooms create a comforting and serene atmosphere. Nestled within this floral expanse...
Top 5 Must-Visit Photo Spots for an IG-Friendly One-Day Tour in Taichung
Taichung has become a popular spot for Instagram check-ins, with attractions such as Qianmei Greenway, Liuchuan Riverside, and the National Taiwan Museum of Fine Arts being favorites among netizens. New highlights are often discovered, fueling the IG check-in trend. You can plan a one-day Taichung photo tour during your holiday...
Must-Try Matcha Desserts This Spring: A Special Roundup of Seven Brands’ New Launches
As spring blossoms, aside from thinking of fully bloomed cherry blossoms and the abundance of sweet-tart strawberries, matcha is also one of the must-have items of the season. Many brands have launched a variety of matcha-themed desserts to celebrate the arrival of spring. From ice cream...
Buy one get one free on coffee at Starbucks on Mondays as the chain launches its Friends Day promotion again
The gloomy Monday workday is a painful start for every office worker and student. After the carefree freedom of the holidays, the days of dragging yourself out of bed early in the morning are back again. Still feeling down about the weekly struggle? To lift everyone's spirits...
4.5 million pink fluttering flowers create a dreamy sea of blossoms, blending flowers and sky in harmony at Hitachi Seaside Park
In Japan’s spring, in addition to the delicate pink cherry blossoms, there’s also a dreamy sea of blue and purple flowers. The renowned Ibaraki Prefecture flower viewing spot, Hitachi Seaside Park, offers a rich variety of blooms and vast, open views. From April to May each year...
Another affordable Japanese dining option joins the list: popular chain gyudon brand Matsuya lands in Taiwan
Affordable Japanese dining chains continue to expand into Taiwan. Following the openings of Yoshinoya and Sukiya, another popular Japanese gyudon chain brand "Matsuya" is also set to establish a presence in Taiwan. The news has generated considerable...
Tax Information on Japan’s Departure Tax for Three Exempted Groups
Travelers planning to visit Japan in the future should take note: The Japanese Senate has passed the International Tourism Passenger Tax Act. Starting January 7, 2019, all passengers departing from Japanese airports or ports—regardless of whether they are Japanese or...
The 2018 Fulong Sand Sculpture Festival Unveils Eye-Catching Inverted Underground Creations
The annual Fulong Sand Sculpture Art Festival is a major summer highlight, and this year’s event will run from April 21 to July 15. Not only will there be up to 76 sand sculptures from both domestic and international artists, but the festival will also premiere an unprecedented...
Taiwan's version of Kanazawa Garden creates new highlights – a Japanese-style landscape farm that's even more beautiful at night
Known as Taiwan's version of Kanazawa Garden, the Chenglin Aquilaria Scented Forest Museum is located in Huwei, Yunlin. Originally, it was only free to enter until the end of 2017. Due to an overwhelmingly positive response from visitors, it remains free to enter for now, and it has been announced that nighttime landscape lighting will be installed by the end of April...
90,000 windmills create a giant illuminated butterfly light sculpture — a dreamy night scene and new landmark
In recent years, the government has developed numerous landscape parks. Whether it's floral displays planted next to green spaces or newly built family-friendly play areas, they always attract many parents and children. Now, to welcome the arrival of spring...
Riverside Pink Flower Sea: Magnificent Blooms of Scarlet Trumpet Trees, a New Hotspot for Flower Viewing
Every spring, besides admiring the delicate beauty of pink cherry blossoms, the scarlet trumpet trees are also a must-see spectacle of the season. Along the riverside near Zhongzheng Senior High School in Kaohsiung’s Qianzhen District, rows of trumpet trees are romantically in full bloom. Coupled with the beautiful riverside scenery...
Starbucks Mother's Day cakes feature local ingredients and hydrangeas in heartwarming packaging
To celebrate Mother's Day, Starbucks has launched special Mother's Day pastries and curated packaged food gift sets, featuring warm packaging designs based on pink and yellow hues with hydrangea motifs. ...
New Summer Family Travel Option: Princess Cruises’ Sun Princess with Six Highlights
Princess Cruises, the world’s leading cruise brand under Carnival Corporation, brings its family-friendly Sun Princess to Taiwan for the first time this summer. The Sun Princess offers “family fun at sea” with three major features, including a newly launched...
Five Essential Preparations to Strengthen a Relationship Before Traveling Together
Traveling isn't just a test of friendship—it's also a trial for couples. Whether you're about to get together, have just started dating, or are a married couple embarking on your first long trip, there’s always that mix of excitement and nervousness...
You Can Chase Stars Outside Taipei Too: Taiwan’s Top Five Michelin-Starred Restaurants
After the much-anticipated "Taipei Michelin Guide" was released, a total of 20 restaurants in Taipei earned Michelin stars, attracting foodies on gourmet journeys. But for those craving Michelin-quality cuisine beyond Taipei, Taiwan also...
No less stunning than the Qingjing Skywalk, this breathtaking forest aerial walkway is like a fairyland.
Apart from the recently famous Qingjing scenic skywalk, Nantou also hides a forest skywalk in the Xitou Nature Education Area within Lugu Township. Walking on it offers a panoramic view of the vast tree canopy, making you feel as if you're among the clouds...
British photographer Luke Miller used a 2520mm super telephoto "lens" to film an ultra-large-scale video of the sun and moon in London
Previously, we introduced how local photographer Kenneth Wong used the "compression effect" of a telephoto lens to make the sun and moon appear extremely large, creating a stunning visual impact. British photographer and filmmaker Luke Miller recently...
Taiwan’s fourth Tsutaya bookstore opens in Taichung, a massive 300-ping space
Since 2003, starting with “TSUTAYA TOKYO ROPPONGI” in Roppongi, the Book & Café style has gradually expanded across Japan. Following the first...
Giant lantern cherry blossoms fill the sky! Osaka Mint Bureau’s Pink Path opens for a limited time
Japan’s cherry blossom season is a major annual tourist highlight. Known as the most beautiful cherry blossom path in Kansai, the “Osaka Mint Bureau” cherry blossom avenue opens for a one-week season around mid-April each year, allowing visitors to walk through a tunnel of white and...
The adorable black bear painted on the rice field is a stunning sight—don’t miss this breathtaking rural view for your Instagram shots.
In the fields of Yuli Township, Hualien, a giant cute black bear lies in the rice paddy, wearing a backpack as if heading to school—a truly heartwarming sight. In 2017, to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the name “Yuli,”...