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The cherry blossom sea in Left Bank is incredibly romantic. A new hot spot for night cherry blossom viewing via metro.
The 2018 New Taipei City Cherry Blossom Season — Hope River Left Bank Cherry Blossom Event in Tucheng was held in March at Hope River Square. In addition to exciting performances such as band singing and diabolo juggling, the event also featured highly popular cherry blossom...
Read in a dreamy glass house at Taiwan’s first-ever stargazing library
No need to go outdoors to enjoy the starry sky — New Taipei City’s Linkou has built a stargazing reading room located on the second floor of Linkou Dongshi Market. With its spherical glass house and a starry Milky Way strip design, complemented by planet-shaped bookshelves...
Dirty Chocolate Buns Aren’t Just Chocolate Flavored Anymore — Strawberry and Matcha Varieties Are Making a Mess and Sparking New Buzz
The “dirty chocolate bun,” which rapidly gained popularity in Korea and then swept across mainland China, has recently created a whirlwind in Taiwan’s dessert scene. Previously, the well-known Taiwanese bakery brand semeur Sainte also jumped on the “dirty” trend, developing...
A vast green carpet—must-take photo spot! Don’t miss the breathtaking scenery of Laomei Stone Troughs!
The Laomei Green Stone Troughs coastline in Shimen District, Northern Coast, turns emerald green due to algae growth every year from March to May, creating a unique landscape found nowhere else in Taiwan. Currently, the stone troughs are in their peak green algae growth period, and the distinctive hues and...
The marble romantic butterfly flower is so enchanting—Korea Starbucks’ spring limited-edition new release
Every season, Starbucks branches around the world launch different limited-edition series and cup designs, which always drive fans into a frenzy to snap them up, making them one of the must-bring items when traveling abroad. This time, to welcome the arrival of spring...
Purple Flower Seas Are Not Just About Wisteria—Two Dreamy Flower Walls That Are Must-Photograph Spots
With spring in full bloom, beyond the pink cherry blossoms and elegant wisteria, there are also dreamy purple flower seas in full glory in Miaoli and Nantou. Recently, Lantana in Miaoli and Cryptostegia in Nantou have begun to blossom, with dense blooms covering the walls...
Play fast, play now — Boracay, the honeymoon hotspot, may close in April
Travelers planning a trip to Boracay, the honeymoon paradise in the Philippines, might want to act quickly. To restore the island's natural environment, Philippine government officials have recently proposed a "closure" plan, which could be implemented as early as April, with the closure possibly lasting a full year.
Kids' Qingming holiday break? Adults get treats too, here’s a lazy guide to resort hotel deals
This year’s children’s and Qingming Festival holiday break spans five days, and theme parks and hotels are rolling out promotions not only to attract kids but also to offer discounted rates for parents — including free entry for children under 12 at Leofoo Village Theme Park, and adult child pricing at Lihpao Land, among others. In addition, hotels are launching special kid-friendly packages. Travelers planning domestic trips during this holiday can consider these offers.
Tokyo Retains Top Spot as the Most Popular Overseas Travel City for Taiwanese
According to a report from the renowned hotel booking website’s Hotel Price Index™ (HPI), after three years of steady growth...
Super-cute Big Ear Cheburashka 3D Cotton Drink Kids' Playful Grocery Wonderland-style Café
New-style hybrid cafés are becoming increasingly diverse, combining grocery and curated shops. The playful-style minemine has launched the Big Ear Cheburashka 3D Cotton Drink, whose super-cute appearance has inspired many to visit just for photos...
How beautiful Korea is in springtime！ Five must-see dreamy flower seas
Spring is the season when flowers bloom in full splendor. Besides visiting Japan to see cherry blossoms, South Korea also boasts many stunning flower seas, including cherry blossoms, tulips, plum blossoms, azaleas, and cornelian cherries. Travelers planning a trip to Korea soon...
Ichiran Ramen Opens New Overseas Branch in Manhattan, NYC
The Japanese ramen chain Ichiran, which has locations across Japan, sparked long queues when it entered Taiwan in 2017. Now, Ichiran is set to open its second U.S. branch, “ICHIRAN NY Midtown West...”
Breathtaking ocean views at the new hotspot: a container cafe for Instagram-worthy photos
Located in Kinmen, Black House Café – Sea View & Handmade Kitchen is the area’s first seaside café, transformed from an all-black shipping container. Situated near the IG-famous Xinhhu Fishing Port, its distinctive exterior, cozy interior design, and expansive...
A dreamy tunnel of 1,000 weeping cherry trees revealed: the world’s most beautiful cycling path
Located in Kitakata City, Fukushima Prefecture, there is a scenic walking path repurposed from an abandoned old railway. Along the path, there is a display of the steam locomotives that once ran on the railway. When cherry blossom season arrives, around 1,000 weeping cherry trees...
Dubai adds another new landmark — the world’s largest floral Mickey
Dubai has been stunning the world with one engineering marvel after another, among which the Dubai Miracle Garden is the world’s largest natural garden. Recently, to celebrate Disney Mickey’s 90th birthday, the garden obtained authorization from The Walt Disney Company and specially cre...
A Colorful Floral Mosaic: Red Iron Bridge Becomes a New Spring Flower-Viewing Hotspot
The Xiluo Township Office in Yunlin County has created a spectacular 10-hectare flower sea on the east side of the Xiluo Bridge. Originally expected to bloom during the Lunar New Year, the flowers only recently came into full bloom due to weather conditions. The vibrant cosmos flowers and the red Xiluo...
A new Edo-period-themed Starbucks spot to enjoy coffee in a traditional Japanese building
Starbucks specialty stores can be found around the world. Following the opening of the world’s first branch where you can sip coffee on tatami mats in Kyoto, a new location has recently been chosen in Kawagoe, a tourist destination known as "Little Edo." The store is designed in the traditional kurazukuri...
Breathtaking night views and hidden scenic cafe – a must-visit photo spot
Located in Hsinchu, the Summer Triangle Landscape Cafe has recently become a popular check-in destination. The cafe covers an area of about 3,000 pyeong, featuring vast green lawns, romantic landscaping, and a pond. Its biggest highlight is the spectacular night view...
Enjoy Taiwan’s Top 10 Dreamy Camper Vans That Rival Star-Rated Hotels
When traveling, many people opt to stay in hotels or homestays, but if you’re looking for a profound outdoor experience, why not try a camper van to enjoy a unique journey? In Taiwan, many operators not only offer tent campsites but also...
Japan's KK Day limited-edition themed store features the super-cute Mr. Bubble donuts
Following the chocolate-themed Krispy Kreme promotion, the brand has launched the increasingly popular Mr. Bubble-shaped donuts and opened two themed stores to attract attention and spark discussions.