Kpop Star Jessica Set for Taoyuan New Year’s Eve Celebration
Kpop star Jessica is set to appear at the New Year’s Eve celebration in Taoyuan. Rumors began swirling days ago that the former Girls Generation band member would attend the festivities, but could not be confirmed. Now the city government has unveiled the event’s star-studded lineup, and the singer-songwriter is on the list. Also attending...Continue reading
Upcoming Coldplay Concert Sees Tight Security
British rock band Coldplay is set to hold its first ever concert here in Taiwan tomorrow night, and word is, security is tight. Concert organizers have banned bags and luggage larger than an A3 sheet of paper from the event grounds. They say no storage lockers will be provided. Glass and canned drink containers, as...Continue reading
BIGBANG Arrives in Taiwan
South Korean boy band BIGBANG arrived in Taiwan this morning for their whirlwind meet-and-greet tour. The group reportedly landed at Taoyuan International Airport at 11:38am, but only three of the five-member ensemble appeared before awaiting paparazzi. G-Dragon, Taeyang, Daesung all wore facemasks and kept a low profile, quickly climbing into waiting golf carts and leaving...Continue reading
Creator of Giant Rubber Duck Florentijn Hofman Commissioned to Make Giant White Rabbit
Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman is set to return to Taiwan next month – only this time he’ll be bringing a giant white rabbit. Hofman, whose giant floating Rubber Duck made a splash across Taiwan last year, has been commissioned by Taoyuan County to produce the giant rabbit. According to county officials, the rabbit will be...Continue reading
Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport Ranks 18th in World Airport Awards
Taiwan’s Taoyuan International Airport has been named the 18th best airport worldwide in the World Airport Awards – up six places from last year. It was the airport’s best performance in the annual awards, following its rankings of 24th and 29th in the past two years, respectively. According to the airport operators, the improved ranking...Continue reading
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