The seaside, brimming with a laid-back holiday vibe, is one of the most popular summer travel destinations, especially when you’re playing volleyball on the sand, collecting seashells, making sand sculptures, sunbathing, or even just doing nothing but daydreaming – all of which make you fall in love with this leisurely atmosphere...
In summer, all eyes in Hokkaido are on the purple lavender blossoms in Furano and the patchwork-like "Patchwork Road" in Biei, where yellow and green fields intermingle. Even though airfares and tour prices for this summer have all gone up, the charm of Hokkaido remains irresistible...
The Leading Hotels of the World, an international luxury hotel organization, represents over 450 of the world’s most refined and premium hotels, resorts, and spas...
It’s almost that time of year again—the peak season for cherry blossom viewing. Have you planned your cherry blossom trip for this year yet? If you’re heading to Tokyo this year and want to capture cherry blossoms beyond the hustle and bustle of the city, Koishikawa Kōrakuen, which we’re introducing today, is sure to...
Bangkok, Thailand:: Mango Sticky Rice...
Tea holds an irreplaceable place in Chinese culinary culture. Nearly every province or ethnic group in China has its own preferred type of tea or way of brewing it—whether it’s Taiwan’s oolong, Zhejiang’s Longjing, Fujian’s Wuyi tea, or Yunnan’s pu’er.
The beauty of Sun Moon Lake is well known. On a clear day, the pristine blue sky reflects brilliantly on the lake’s surface, and the ever-changing allure of this magnificent body of water makes it the perfect backdrop to commemorate a new marriage. This year, the Sun Moon Lake National Scenic Area...
The newly opened Sheraton Hsinchu Hotel in early spring this year is the first property under Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide in the Greater Hsinchu area, and follows the establishment of the Four Points by Sheraton and the Taipei Marriott Hotel as the third international Sheraton-branded hotel in Taiwan...
Although the Miaoli section of the Old Mountain Line railway was decommissioned in September 1998, Shengxing Station — boasting the highest elevation on the Taiwan Trunk Line, with well-preserved tracks and interconnected nearby attractions — has consistently ranked as the most popular destination...
I remember a friend from Macau once said, the greatest joy of living in Macau is sitting in the open space in front of your own home, gently feeling the breeze, basking in the sunlight, and setting out a bottle of fine grape wine and a few slices of cheese...
Kyoto::MERRY-GO-ROUND Carousel Bookstore...
The Mediterranean is one of the oldest seas in the world, nestled among ancient civilizations such as Egypt, Greece, and Rome, blending to create its uniquely captivating charm, making it one of the most desirable travel destinations. The inland sea of the Mediterranean experiences relatively calm waves...
Spring and summer are the seasons of harvest and tea appreciation. Tea harvests in Lugu, Pinglin, Yulan, and Alishan are underway one after another, inviting people to enjoy the fragrant and sweet teas from these regions. The most renowned tea-growing area, Alishan, is currently facing a serious...
As one of the world’s top five museums and the most visited tourist attraction in Taiwan, the National Palace Museum houses a collection of over 600,000 priceless and fascinating Chinese cultural relics, surpassing even world-class museums. International visitors...
As the summer vacation season kicks in, hotels, travel agencies, and airlines are all rolling out promotions to capture the booming travel market. The only eco-resort in all of Asia, “Karuizawa Lotte Resort,” has launched...
Stretching approximately 66 kilometers from Nanya in the north to Waiao in the south, the Northeast Coast National Scenic Area is a renowned tourist destination famed for its mountain-and-sea scenery. Aside from the golden beaches and water activities in the height of summer, cycling...
Located at the southernmost tip of Italy, Sicily is famously known as the homeland of the Mafia and also a beautiful gem in the Mediterranean. With its azure seas and skies and vibrant island scenery, Sicily was once praised by...
Speaking of which, Aunt Sparrow enjoyed a full set of SPA massages in Thailand...
It’s that time of year again when the aroma of zongzi fills the air and dragon boat races energize the season. This year’s “Taipei International Dragon Boat Championships” will be held for three days starting June 11 at Dajia Riverside Park. Many domestic and international dragon boat racing enthusiasts are gearing up and undergoing continuous training, all ready to compete for the top spot...
Fukuoka :: Kyushu National Museum...