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A dream trip you must take in your lifetime – 4 top travel destinations for winter vacation and Chinese New Year 2018
What’s on your travel bucket list? Did you know that sometimes your travel preferences can reveal your personality? With the precious winter vacation and Chinese New Year holidays just around the corner, why not embark on a dream trip during this special time?
Adorably Free Attraction: A Two-Story-Tall “Giant Penguin” on Qigu Salt Mountain
Qigu Salt Mountain in Tainan has a brand-new mascot—a two-story-tall Mr. Penguin perched atop the snow-white salt mountain. This year, combining the concepts of environmental protection and caring guardianship, a dapper, chubby, and adorable Mr. Penguin dressed in a suit made a grand debut. He’s set to be the most unmissable character-themed attraction of 2018!
Come find the Flying Fish Slide and Green Island Elephant！East Coast Travel Influencers Wanted
Have you planned your 9-day Lunar New Year holiday? The azure seas and blue skies of Hualien and Taitung, along with their uniquely natural charm, always attract large numbers of travelers during extended holidays. To help visitors gain a deeper understanding of Hualien and Taitung, the Eastern Coastal National Scenic Area Administration, Tourism Bureau, MOTC, is holding its third East Coast Travel Influencer Recruitment Campaign. The top 100 participants with the highest accumulated points will become East Coast Travel Influencers and win a prize of NT$6,000.
Resort promotes Hakka health-conscious New Year dishes; Yangmei organic ingredients for wellness
The Lunar New Year symbolizes a fresh start and is a wonderful occasion for family reunions. To allow food enthusiasts to enjoy healthy festive dishes, Dongsen Mountain Villa Resort has developed “Snake Seeks Prosperity Reunion New Year Dishes” by combining locally grown organic produce from Yangmei with traditional Hakka cuisine. Ingredients such as locally grown organic aloe and figs from Yangmei are incorporated into the dishes, along with low-oil and low-salt cooking methods, offering visitors a lucky and delicious reunion dinner on New Year’s Eve.
Even the president loves it！ A highly talked-about French restaurant hidden in the mountains of Miaoli
I had put Cacasonne on my must-try list as early as February 2016, mainly because of its high profile. In August, President Tsai Ing-wen visited the jujube orchards in Gongguan Township, Miaoli, and had a private lunch at Cacasonne, making the news again. This year, I finally made it there and took the opportunity to visit Dahua during strawberry season. The strawberry farms in the mountains are far superior to those on the plains—the strawberries are bright red and plump.
KUSO drink “Orange Yuzu Green” pays homage to the classics ! Taichung burger that smokes on serving
Located near Rainbow Village in Taichung, “Le Rouge” has been officially open for just over a month. The shop specializes in unique burgers. Aside from the “Smoker’s Burger,” which emits swirling smoke when served — reminiscent of the dramatic plating scenes from the anime “Cooking Master Boy” — there’s also the “Orange Yuzu Green,” combining orange, yuzu, sparkling water, and lemon. This drink cleverly plays on the name of a character from a TV drama, “Cheng Youqing,” showing impressive creativity.
Construction Begins on Sunset Boulevard’s Meishan Section to Create a Bird-Watching Haven
Construction Begins on Sunset Boulevard’s Meishan Section to Create a Bird-Watching Haven
Netizens Vote on the Top 10 "Savory Fried Chicken" Rankings — The King of Fried Foods Takes the Crown
Netizens Vote on the Top 10 "Savory Fried Chicken" Rankings — The King of Fried Foods Takes the Crown
The Longest Ever Sea of Lights: The Taipei Lantern Festival Kicks Off on Zhongshan North Road
The first highlight of the 2013 Taipei Lantern Festival, the “Happiness Sea of Lights,” was officially launched last night (6th) by Taipei Mayor Hau Lung-pin at the opening ceremony, marking the beginning of this year’s festival. Hau stated that for the first time, the Taipei Lantern Festival has been moved to the Taipei Expo Park, aiming to inject new vitality into Zhongshan and Datong districts, following the legacy of the Taipei Flower Expo, and to accelerate urban revitalization.
Tickets discounted by up to 30% plus a chance to win lucky draw prizes – Theme parks launch Spring Festival promotions
E-Da Theme Park has launched its new “Willie’s Pirate Village” attraction ahead of the Lunar New Year. From now until March 3, tickets originally priced at NT$899 are available at a promotional price of NT$599, extending the discount period. Those who haven’t planned their Lunar New Year itinerary yet may consider a fun-filled trip to a domestic theme park.
Welcome the 2018 dawn at an extreme east hidden gem — coffee and stunning views at Devil’s Washboard!
Welcome the 2018 dawn at an extreme east hidden gem — coffee and stunning views at Devil’s Washboard!
How to Know When “The Flower Goddess Has Arrived”? The Yangmingshan Flower Festival Is About to Kick Off
Before the Lunar New Year arrives, the Flower Goddess has already graced Taipei, with blossoms on the trees set to bloom in full splendor. The Spring Festival period is the perfect time for flower viewing. This year’s Yangmingshan Flower Festival will kick off on the third day of the Lunar New Year (February 12), themed “The Flower Goddess Has Arrived,” featuring a series of exciting activities.
Taiwan's version of "Flower Sightseeing Frontline" – Get all the info on blooming flowers on Yangmingshan
Is flower season here, and you want to go flower viewing but don’t know where “the flowers are already in full bloom”? The Taipei City Government has launched the “Taipei New Blossom – Flower Viewing Info Unveiled” website, which not only provides a convenient map for flower-viewing outings, but also offers information on flower species and blooming periods. Flower enthusiasts might want to refer to this powerful “Taipei Flower Frontier” guide and plan a flower-viewing trip during the Spring Festival.
Stylish barbers "Xingzhe" offer free haircuts, hoping to one day see "poverty" in a museum
"Kids in rural areas are really innocent. They don’t ask for celebrity hairstyles, but instead want a 'hundred-pace viper' cut, or even a 'top-grade' haircut because they did terribly on their exams." Recalling the joyful scenes of the children at Tusu Elementary School in Taitung, Seven couldn't help but smile. "After finishing the haircuts that day and returning to Taipei, the five of us decided to quit our jobs and truly become 'Xingzhe'."
Taipei’s popular café makes its way to Tainan – Slowly melting, insanely indulgent chocolate brûlée
Round and round we go, pulling all of you into my food circle~ This is a well-known spot from Taipei, and now you don’t have to go to Taipei to enjoy it – it’s available right here in Tainan, Up! Don’t you think people in Tainan are really blessed? Not only do they have local snacks and delicacies, but they also have Circle Brunch.Coffee from Taipei. Feels so good, right? No wonder I can’t lose weight~~~
Delicious Food Deserves the Spotlight: New Trends in Japanese Hot Pot
Delicious Food Deserves the Spotlight: New Trends in Japanese Hot Pot
Last chance for great photos！New Taipei Christmas Town countdown begins—3 days left. One-day trip to nearby popular attractions
Haven’t figured out where to go for New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day holidays? The New Taipei City Christmas Town runs only until January 1, 2018. The New Taipei City Government advises those who haven’t visited yet to seize the last chance to enjoy a romantic night. In addition to the stunning Christmas Town light displays, the city government has also compiled a list of nearby popular attractions, allowing visitors to plan a one-day trip in Banqiao and enjoy a rich experience akin to traveling abroad without leaving the country.
Over 2 hectares of free cosmos flower fields in Changhua—perfect for New Year’s holiday photos!
Want to get out during the New Year holiday? Head to the flower fields for some peace and quiet. Changhua County’s Huatan Township has long been a popular flower-viewing destination. The nearby scenic spot, Sanchun Old Tree, is currently in full bloom with cosmos flowers. The romantic pink waves stretch across 2.25 hectares—just being in this sea of flowers will lift your mood!
Is Yunlin’s Mailiao being “flagged for unification”? A Chinese tourist balloon floats to Taiwan with a “family portrait”
Had the Spring Festival not even passed when a mainland “flag-planting” incident occurred in Taiwan? This morning (the 9th), a massive sky balloon suddenly appeared in Mailiao, Yunlin, getting stuck on a roadside utility pole — its bright red appearance extremely festive. As locals wondered who had sent such an auspicious balloon, they noticed that the flag hanging beneath it bore simplified Chinese characters reading “May great endeavors soar even more gloriously.” The locals couldn’t help but exclaim, “Could this be a flag-planting unification move?”
Nine-day Spring Festival holiday HowToTrip hotline stays open
During the Spring Festival holiday, it is estimated that the top ten most congested popular tourist spots this year (2013) will be the Jinguashi and Jiufen areas, Nanzhuang area, Sun Moon Lake and Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village area, Xitou and Monster Village area, Wuling Farm, Alishan, Guanziling, Fo Guang Shan Buddha Memorial Center, Kenting, and Chulu Ranch. The public is advised to pay attention to relevant traffic management measures when planning their trips and to make use of public transportation as much as possible.