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Step into European castle gardens: Breathtaking Taiwanese manor scenery you won’t stop photographing
Located in Xinshe, Taichung, the Xinshe Castle Manor sits within the Daking Scenic Area. Here, you’ll find European-style castle architecture, lush gardens, a winery, misty waterfalls, rainbow bridges, a distinctive hexagonal restaurant, and more — every space is...
Available at convenience stores now – Ghost BB.Q Fried Chicken launches in Taiwan with made-to-order service
The popular Korean drama *Goblin*’s BB.Q CHICKEN fried chicken store has officially entered Taiwan. Well-known Taiwanese convenience store chain FamilyMart has announced a collaboration with Korea’s largest fried chicken brand, BB.Q CHICKEN...
Taiwan’s Longest Skywalk Hides in the City—Take in Panoramic Urban Views
The Bagua Mountain Scenic Area is like an oasis in the city and is the most famous tourist landmark in Changhua. The surrounding attractions are diverse and abundant. Among them, the Bagua Mountain Skywalk connects these tourism resources, creating a leisure environment ideal for parent-child ecological education...
Top 5 Romantic Spots in Taiwan That Couples Must Visit for Photo Ops
During romantic holidays, besides having a nice dinner or enjoying the night view with your partner, why not visit some romantic spots? These can include European-style architecture, landscapes, or beautiful fields of flowers — and don’t forget to snap some touching couple photos to make your romantic day truly memorable...
A 300-meter canopy of golden trumpet trees blooms into a sea of flowers, reflecting as a golden river
Located beside Fuyuan Junior High School in Hualien, Xingquan Canal is a century-old irrigation channel. Six years ago, Taiwan Sugar planted around 300 meters of yellow trumpet trees along the canal. Every March when they bloom, the vibrant yellow flowers form a...
Golden Tunnel: Five Dreamy Spots Where Golden Bell Trees Are in Full Bloom
In March every year, aside from cherry blossom viewing, the romantic golden bell trees are also in full bloom. Whether it’s the yellow petals falling in the city or the golden tunnels framed by green mountains and clear waters, they captivate every passerby. The vibrant and brilliant...
A sea of 30,000 sunflowers, free flower picking, horseback riding, flower viewing, and a family-friendly day trip
As spring warms up, it’s the season when many flowers bloom. The HuiLan Bay Happy Farm in Ji’an Township, Hualien, has planted tens of thousands of sunflowers across its 45-hectare site. Recently, during the peak blooming season, nearly 30,000 sunflowers have come into full bloom,...
A family-friendly homestay features a giant capsule toy machine and a two-story spiral slide that’s super eye-catching
Located in Tainan, there’s Taiwan’s first-ever homestay with a capsule toy machine and slide — “Tainan Accommodation 'Fun Holiday Inn.’” The rooms not only incorporate capsule toy elements but also have indoor slides, including one room with a two-story spiral...
One Pass to Explore Western Japan: JR West Spring Thank-You Festival & Lecture Info
With spring arriving, many travelers passionate about Japan are gearing up to head to the country for cherry blossom viewing. In addition to must-visit spots in western Japan such as Kyoto, Osaka, and Nara, in recent years many have also chosen to visit regional cities like Okayama, Hiroshima, Tottori, and Ishikawa. There are even cherry blossom chasers who enjoy tackling multiple prefectures at once just to snap and share beautiful sakura photos all around.
A summer travel essential item—stylish flamingo inflatable kayaks that dominate your Instagram feed!
This summer, when hitting the water, massive inflatable pool floats shaped like flamingos, rainbow unicorns, and other fun designs are flooding social media. Whether at the pool or the beach, having one of these trendy swimming aids is sure to turn heads...
Remote controls are the dirtiest! The five highest-bacteria areas in hotels
When staying in hotels while traveling abroad, rooms are always presented to guests in their cleanest state, but there are still some areas that accumulate high levels of bacteria, including TV remote controls, light switches, bedspreads, and more. In fact, American professors and experts have found...
Even Japanese tourists love Taiwan's six hidden gems free from crowds
Taiwan has many stunning hidden spots that even attract foreign tourists. Recently, a micro-film online advertisement was based on the story of a Japanese backpacker, taking viewers on a tour of domestic hidden gems and attractions through the director’s lens...
Commuters can save NT$1,000 a month！Double the convenience, double the savings—public transport passes cut travel costs in Taipei and New Taipei
Whether you're a daily commuter or a short-term overseas visitor staying in the Greater Taipei area, you likely rely heavily on public transportation. Not only is the MRT bustling every day, but buses and YouBikes are also commonly used modes of transport...
Five major 7-Eleven outlets transform into cherry blossom hotspots! The dreamy City Cherry Blossom Cup is a must-have.
Every year during cherry blossom season, not only do people flock to popular blossom-viewing spots, but many businesses also launch cherry blossom-themed merchandise and food. This time, Taiwan’s leading convenience store chain, 7-ELEVEN, has also jumped on the cherry blossom bandwagon, launching the “City Cherry Blossom...”
A pink wonderland you won’t find in Taiwan: Japan’s top 5 must-see cherry blossom festivals
The cherry blossom season in Japan is a major annual tourist highlight. The Japan Meteorological Corporation has released its latest cherry blossom forecast, predicting that cherry blossoms in Tokyo will bloom on March 15, four days earlier than the previous forecast of late February. Meanwhile, Osaka has also moved up from its initial prediction of March...
The wisteria flower tunnel blooms with spring’s limited-edition purple romance — a new café makes its debut
Spring brings a riot of blossoms, and besides cherry blossoms, the purple wisteria cascading like tassels is one of the stars of the floral season. The Wisteria Café Garden in Tamsui, New Taipei City, is hailed as Taiwan’s most beautiful wisteria garden, and its biggest...
Golden wheat waves, dreamy blooming flower fields, maze treasure hunts—must-visit photo spots
The annual Daya Wheat Industry Culture Festival kicks off in full swing at Baoxing Temple in Daya District. The event features sales of local agricultural specialties, displays of Daya’s three treasures (wheat, buckwheat, and red adzuki beans) as gourmet products, farm machinery exhibitions, treasure hunts, wheat...
Spring-exclusive purple flower seas burst into bloom—wisteria cascades in romantic overload
March is not only the perfect season for cherry blossom viewing but also when enchanting purple wisteria flowers come into full bloom. Rui Village in Meishan Township, Chiayi County, is home to Taiwan’s most stunning wisteria displays. Every year during the blooming season, the “Wisteria Festival” is held...
360-degree view of blooming cherry blossoms – a new hidden spot to enjoy sakura, free admission
Located in Yu Lake Manor in Xinshe District, Taichung, this is a newly discovered cherry blossom hotspot by netizens. Hundreds of pink Yoshino cherry trees are in full bloom across the estate. Stepping into the manor feels like being surrounded by cherry blossoms, set against a backdrop of blue skies and green lawns, making one feel as if...
The weather is warming up with more sunny days ahead. Rain is expected over the weekend, so watch out for temperature changes.
The good weather on Saturday and Sunday will continue through the 12th to 15th, with only scattered brief showers in the eastern half of the region. Day and night temperature differences are larger in the western half, so bring warm clothing for early mornings and evenings when going out. ...