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A Summer Romance in Taitung: Chihsing Villa Summer Getaway from Just NT$3,999
In late spring to early summer, Chihsing in Taitung, located at the heart of the Huatung Valley, enjoys a unique geographical advantage with its verdant mountains, lush valleys, and clear blue skies—making it the perfect season for a family trip. This year, the Chihsing Rihui International Resort is participating in the “2010 Taichung International Travel Fair”...
Northern Taiwan is a blast to explore — 6 museums offer free admission all year round
As the upgrade of Taipei County to New Taipei City draws near, six museums are celebrating with free admission all year until the end of the year. These include Tamsui Fort San Domingo, the 13th Shop Museum, Yingge Ceramics Museum, the Gold Museum, the Wulai Atayal Museum of Indigenous People, and the Lin Family Mansion and Garden. They showcase a variety of historical, architectural, and cultural experiences. Don’t miss this chance to explore some of Northern Taiwan’s most distinctive museums.
Explore Japan’s National Treasures – East Japan Railway’s FreePass Now on Sale
Tochigi Prefecture, located in the northern part of Japan’s Kanto region, is a world heritage treasure trove, home to well-preserved historical sites such as the Toshogu Shrine dedicated to Tokugawa Ieyasu, the first shogun of the Edo Shogunate, Rinnoji Temple, and Nikko Tosho-gu, which are highly cherished by the Japanese...
Ultimate Fun in Western Japan (Part 5): A Stroll Around Matsue Castle
Crossing from the San'yō region to the San'in region, you’ll arrive in Shimane Prefecture, home to many myths about Japan’s founding. Matsue and Izumo are must-visit hidden gems. Located in the heart of the San'in area, Matsue lies close to [?篮??晌?..
Savor authentic Thai royal cuisine as “Royal Thai Supreme” debuts in Taipei 101 Food Street
When it comes to Thai food, sweet and sour flavors instantly come to mind. The Tai Ping Tian Guo Catering Group, certified by the Thai Royal Government as a “Thai SELECT” restaurant, has this year launched a brand-new Thai food sub-brand called “Royal Thai Supreme,” which...
Featured in the "1000 Places to See Before You Die" — Delicious Vietnamese Cuisine:: Hanoi:: Catfish Hotpot
Hanoi Cuisine:: Catfish Hotpot:: ChaCaLaVong...
2010 Tong Hua Miao Li – Wear a Tung Blossom Crown and Enjoy a Concert
Every late spring to early summer, when snow-white tung blossoms bloom on the branches, the mountain city of Miao Li is swept up in a craze for tung flowers. A series of lively and fun tung blossom festival events take turns to entertain visitors, helping them capture the most beautiful memories of spring. This year...
Master Travel:: Visit the towering peaks and deep valleys of Tateyama Kurobe to witness the spring-exclusive snow walls
The Tateyama Kurobe Alpine Route, typically opening around April 17th each year, presents one of the most spectacular and awe-inspiring spring landscapes. The vast snowscapes of its rugged mountains and deep valleys rival the frozen beauty of Switzerland’s snowy plains, earning it the nickname “Asia’s Alps.”
Cherry Blossom Festival at Kitakami Shōshōen: A Scenic Ride Through Blooming Beauty
As the cherry blossom front moves into Japan’s Tohoku region, the wild and expansive beauty of spring blossoms begins to unfold. Iwate Prefecture’s Kitakami Shōshōen, one of the nation’s top 100 cherry blossom spots, along with Akita Prefecture’s Kakunodate and Aomori Prefecture’s Hirosaki, is known as...
Invincible Tung Blossom King – Miaoli Tung Blossom Manor Becomes a Prime Spot
The romantic May Snow season has arrived, and tung blossoms can be spotted across Hakka communities in Taipei, Taoyuan, Hsinchu, Miaoli, Taichung, Nantou, and Changhua. Various tung blossom festivals have also kicked off. The pure white blossoms along northern Taiwan’s...
The Heijo-kyo Capital Relocation Festival Weekend is Here – Free Entry with Passport in Nara:: Heian-kyo:: Suzaku Gate
1300th Anniversary of the Heijo-kyo Capital Relocation:: Heijo Palace Site...
Visit Taiwan’s most beautiful little station and see vintage train cars in Checheng
Located at the terminus of the Jiji Railway Branch Line, Checheng is a picturesque riverside village surrounded by towering mountains and the clear Shuishe River, earning the title of “most beautiful little station.” Managed by the Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area Administration,...
Savor Macao’s Spring Culinary Delights at MGM Grand Macau’s New Flavors
MGM Grand Macau, a landmark structure on the shores of Nam Van Lake in Macao Peninsula, is an exquisite blend of three floor sections in gold, platinum, and rose gold hues. This spring, MGM Grand Macau has specially launched the “European Spring Bazaar” and a series...
Celebrate Hong Kong Festival Year with a group “Slapping the Little Person” tour starting from just HK$14,900
“Slap your little person’s head, may you never get ahead in life, just like a pig in a trough; slap your little person’s eyes, may you be red-eyed and blind, trip and fall on the road crying…” — this is the chant of the elderly ladies slapping the little person under the Goose Neck Bridge in Hong Kong. If you’re feeling chest tightness or things aren’t going well at work, why not come to Hong Kong for a “Slapping the Little Person” experience, let off some steam, then enjoy afternoon tea at The Peninsula Hotel and transform into a lady of elegance and luxury.
Traveling in Korea is amazing—round-trip flight tickets for as low as 3,999 RMB!
Following the Korean Wave driven by K-dramas, idol groups excelling in both singing and performance have sparked another wave of Hallyu enthusiasm, especially the globally popular “Wonder Girls” who shot to fame with their hit song “Nobody.” Recently invited to perform in Taiwan, they delighted fans...
Leisurely explore Banqiao on a half-day bike ride along the old ferry pier
Banqiao::nszi Gully Bicycle Path...
Spoil Mom with Perfect Hot Springs and Dining Delights at Sun Moon Lake
As glorious May approaches and Mother’s Day draws near, hotels and travel agencies across Taiwan are rolling out gratitude campaigns for moms. Nestled amidst stunning mountain and lake scenery, the Cloud Resort Sun Moon Lake presents the “Book & Gift, Best Deals for Moms” package...
Kurashiki Haru Matsuri (Spring Festival) in Okayama – A Cultural Journey Through the Feudal Domain
Okayama Prefecture, known as the "City of Sunny Skies," is famous not only as the hometown of Momotaro but also for its Kurashiki Bikan Historical Quarter, a picturesque area filled with Western-style architecture and charming canals. The name truly fits, as the district preserves traditional buildings along the riverbanks and offers scenic streetscapes...