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Travel enriches the soul, but unexpected incidents like trip cancellations, medical emergencies, or lost luggage can turn a dream vacation upside down. We examine hidden exclusion clauses, policy timing traps, and real-world lessons to ensure your coverage holds when you need it most.
Planning a trip to Okinawa? Here is your definitive guide to Okinawa's annual climate, seasonal rainfall, rainy season (tsuyu), typhoon patterns, and essential packing advice for every season.
New Zealand announces a six-month extension for current Working Holiday Visa (WHV) holders alongside relaxed work visa rules to tackle labor shortages.
According to Japanese media reports, starting this autumn, the Japan Railways Group plans to raise the overall sales price of its Japan Rail Pass (JR Pass), with increases possibly reaching as high as 70%.
When traveling in the Republic of Korea, food is an important part not to be missed. But recently there is not-so-good news: according to data from the Korea Consumer Agency's price information platform dated April 19 of this year (ROC 112), based on March prices in the Seoul area, the prices of 8 everyday foods beloved by Korean consumers continued to rise in March.
Macau is a charming tourist destination with rich cultural heritage, cuisine, and entertainment that attracts many visitors. However, according to the latest data released by the Macau government (Macau, PRC), the first-quarter 2023 tourist price index (138.20) rose by an astonishing 18.16% year-on-year, believed to be mainly due to increases in hotel room rates and airfare prices. Therefore, we recommend that when planning a trip to Macau, you should understand the local tourist price situation in advance.
Planning a getaway to Japan? Peach Aviation rolls out its "Spring Blossoms Sale" with up to 10% off Simple Peach fares between April 17 and October 28, 2023. Don't miss this limited-time flash promotion!
An honest unboxing and review of McDonald's limited-time Korean Fried Chicken Drumsticks coated in sweet and spicy sauce.
The 2023 (ROC year 112) Yangmingshan Tianxi Garden Firefly Ecology Observation Camp is about to begin! If you are looking for a travel activity that combines beautiful natural scenery with a firefly ecology experience, then this event is absolutely not to be missed!
Mainland China recently announced the cancellation of the requirement for a negative nucleic acid test within 48 hours before travel, replacing it with a requirement to present a negative rapid test result within 24 hours. This policy makes travel across the Taiwan Strait more convenient.
All Nippon Airways (ANA) announced that it will extend the validity period of ANA Mileage and ANA SKY COIN to thank travelers for their support of and affection for the ANA Group and the ANA Mileage Club.
Today on Facebook, Mizuc saw an influencer living in Japan promoting several dining customs that Taiwanese people should follow when traveling in Japan. For example, do not serve food for others, do not share food, and so on.
Daxi in Taoyuan is a historic town rich in cultural heritage. With NT$93.62 million in approved funding under Taiwan's Historic Sites Regeneration Project 2.0, historic landmarks including Japanese-era dormitories and the Lan Room are undergoing comprehensive restoration.
Spring is in full glory as more than 300 Yoshino cherry trees burst into bloom along the 2-kilometer Sansei Trail in Sanzhi, New Taipei City. Paired with golden daffodils, the trail forms a stunning seasonal wonderland.
On March 13, 2023 (ROC year 112), Chinese Petroleum Corporation (CPC) and Formosa Petrochemical Corporation (FPC) updated their weekly floating gasoline and diesel price fluctuation information and announced the latest retail prices.
Following severe rainstorms that triggered hillside collapses, Yangmingshan National Park's historic Jinbaoli Fish Trail has completed emergency slope stabilization and officially reopened to hikers.
Escaping the routines of daily life to enjoy the exotic flavors of foreign lands and countries requires not just a heart yearning for freedom, but also a wallet that is free.
As a frequent traveler, accommodation has always been a very important part of my trips. Whether luxurious or budget, each offers me different kinds of enjoyment. But recently, a news story made me doubt the safety of accommodation in Japan.
With global borders locked down during the COVID-19 pandemic, annual trips overseas were put on hold. Just like the psychological backlash of forced abstinence, society witnessed an explosion of 'revenge travel' and luxury shopping sprees.
Hokkaido is a breathtaking winter wonderland, but heavy snowfall creates serious driving hazards. In fact, some local rental car agencies have previously restricted rentals to overseas tourists without winter driving experience. Here is everything you need to know about snow driving safety.
