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Crackdown on harmful food additives: Celebrity chef Jamie Oliver launches "Food Revolution Day"
Recently, issues surrounding improper food additives such as modified starches have sparked widespread controversy, triggering public anxiety over food safety. British celebrity chef Jamie Oliver has long been dedicated to the "Food Revolution" movement. He initiated "Food Revolution Day," which has now garnered signatures from over 1.5 million people across more than 43 countries worldwide, including celebrities like Jennifer Aniston, Justin Bieber, and Asian stars such as Donnie Yen, Wu Nien-ju, and Fang Da Tong, who have also shown their support.
Night Tour at Yilan Folk Arts Center – As if in a “Along the River During the Qingming Festival” Painting
After a six-year hiatus, the Yilan National Center for Traditional Arts has reopened for night visits once again. From June 29 to August 31, the center is hosting the 2013 Summer Festival event series “Tradition 66 Nights.” On the opening day, June 29, performances will run from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., featuring a “day into night” relay of acts including singer Yin Zhengyang, performance troupes like TF2, Magic Fire Dance, 3D Blitz, indigenous vocal groups, and Czech puppet theater.
Dual-Land-and-Water Fun Pass: Unlimited Entry & ¥5,000 Worth of Gifts
Beat the summer heat with water fun!\nHowToTrip and Shilin Water Park are launching their first-ever annual dual-land-and-water park pass, packed with a wide range of discounts and VIP experiences. The brand-new annual pass launched in June combines unlimited access to both land and water parks for the first time, and includes special offers from various subsidiaries within the Shilin Tourism Group. Additionally, applying for four top-tier "Lion King Series" passes in a single transaction will get you a free \"Kansai Shilin Manor Four-Person Room Stay Coupon\" worth ¥10,000.
Revival Airlines' Monster Sound Special Flight Takes Off; Entrepreneurs and Socialites Gather to Showcase In-Flight Fashion
As the peak summer travel season approaches, Revival Airlines and Monster, the king of headphones, through their agent Fengwei International, have announced the official launch of the "Monster Sound Special Flight." Equipped with the latest A330 business class cabins and high-end noise-canceling headphones worth tens of thousands — the MONSTER Inspiration — passengers can enjoy a top-tier flying experience akin to that of international celebrities. The press conference specially invited numerous corporate elites and socialites to showcase Airport Fashion.
Carrying over 3,000 passengers — Asia’s largest cruise ship, the Mariner of the Seas, will sail between Taiwan and Hong Kong
The Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications and the Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) announced on June 5 an expansion of their collaboration to jointly promote cruise tourism in both regions. The signing ceremony also revealed that the two sides have partnered with Royal Caribbean International to add two special voyages between Hong Kong and Taiwan aboard their cruise ship, the “Mariner of the Seas,” scheduled for October 29 and November 2 this year.
Air Busan launches buy-one-get-one-free promotion: Two travelers pay only 8,888 NTD
Budget airline tickets are already much cheaper than those of full-service carriers. To capture the summer travel boom, Air Busan is offering a buy-one-get-one-free deal — round-trip flights for just 8,888 NTD with one traveler free of charge.
The more night falls, the more romantic it gets: the owl chapel in Taichung that changes its lighting colors
The Owl Chapel is located on Datong Road in Wufeng District, Taichung City, right next to the Wufeng Yiwen Branch of the Taichung Public Library. At night, the chapel lights up in various colors. Aside from its charming owl design, there are also dwarfs and flying pigs joining in on the scene. Most importantly, it's free to visit. If you’re passing through or taking a stroll in Wufeng, why not check it out—you might just fall in love with it too.
Celebrating Railway Day: The Alishan Forest Railway’s National Treasure Steam Trains in Action
To celebrate the 102nd Railway Day, the Alishan Forest Railway will deploy its national treasure steam trains to carry passengers on June 9, attracting railway enthusiasts eager to experience this unique journey.
Kappo Kourin rotates its Japanese ingredient theme every two months, and also offers fugu (pufferfish) cuisine
The Japanese hotel group Fujita Kanko Inc., through its Taiwanese subsidiary Fujita Kanko Taiwan, reopened its kappo-style Japanese restaurant "Kourin" on December 1. In addition to switching to an omakase (chef’s choice) format and adding a new kaiseki course, the restaurant will host bi-monthly regional Japanese ingredient festivals—each spotlighting produce from different prefectures or regions of Japan. For example, December features ingredients from Akita Prefecture, including the debut of Japanese "Akita Wagyu." The upcoming themes for January and February 2018 will be Hokkaido.
Attention！These Behaviors on Trains Really Annoy Japanese People
Attention！These Behaviors on Trains Really Annoy Japanese People
The expansion project of Bakersley Park will commence in August and is set to become the "lungs of the city" in Tainan.
The site of the former No. 18 Park, once a dumping ground for trash, was renamed "Bakersley Memorial Park" and underwent a complete transformation. Since then, it has become an iconic park that has won numerous awards both domestically and internationally. This year marks the 10th anniversary of its renaming, and local residents and volunteer groups who helped create this beautiful park have launched a series of celebration events starting on the 5th to commemorate its birthday.
Luxury thick-cut steak brunch at Taichung's 550T—massive phone wall & unicorns make for amazing photos
A 550T has appeared in Taichung—a giant iPhone taller than a person, and there’s only one in all of Taiwan. This isn’t a new Apple stunt but a creatively designed phone-shaped wall created as part of the revamp of the wildly popular brunch spot “He Jian Liang Cang,” now transformed into “Chun San Zhao Wu.” The shop’s décor features an edgy industrial style, with lush green plants adding a touch of elegance. The interior is decked out with pure white, dreamy unicorns hanging from the ceiling, along with bold red horses accenting green walls and a clock wall that will have you snapping photos nonstop.
China Airlines Teams Up with Jimmy Liao for a Heartwarming Collaboration – The “Hug Plane” Takes Flight
The first “Hug Plane,” a collaboration between China Airlines and artist Jimmy Liao, made its debut on June 7. China Airlines brought illustrations from Jimmy Liao’s picture books to the fuselage of a B747-400 aircraft, embodying the concept of “A journey begins with a big hug.” The design features endangered species leaping off the plane alongside innocent children, embracing the Earth and showcasing care for the planet.
Crystal Chapel Removes Fencing; Reopens for Christmas
Crystal Chapel Removes Fencing; Reopens for Christmas
Asparagus and yeast-fed pork take center stage in a refreshing summer hot pot
Taiwanese people love hot pot, especially in winter, but did you know that eating hot pot in summer—with the right ingredients—can actually boost metabolism and promote better health? Some local hoteliers are going against the grain this summer by launching an “asparagus hot pot set,” offering foodies a uniquely tasty hot pot experience during the warmer months.
Night BBQ and stargazing camping at Luye Gaotai — sleep under the stars and moon
Want to enjoy the moon and barbecue outdoors with family and friends, but limited by urban restrictions? In addition to offering hot air balloon “free flights” for the first time this year, the 2013 Taiwan International Hot Air Balloon Festival, hosted by Taitung County Government, also features night BBQs, a glow-in-the-dark night run, and stargazing camping. Guests can savor the aroma of grilled food carried by the cool breeze while admiring the moon and stars, and end the night camping on Luye Gaotai, sleeping under a blanket of stars and the bright moon.
Breathtakingly Romantic: Japan’s “Leaf Chapel” Lets Sunlight Filter Through Veins Like Starlight
Where is the most unforgettable place to exchange a once-in-a-lifetime vow? At the “Leaf Chapel” in Yamanashi Prefecture, Japan, couples get married inside two giant “leaves,” where magical chapel lights shine through the veins, twinkling like stars against the night sky. For many couples, the incredibly romantic atmosphere makes this an ideal choice for their special day.
Miaokou isn’t the only highlight — head to Keelung to surf the waves, harvest seaweed, and watch eagles at the docks
When people think of Keelung, aside from the famous Miaokou street food and seafood, they might picture massive ships entering the harbor. But Keelung actually has many beautiful and exciting spots to explore. For instance, Heping Island is home to all kinds of oddly shaped seaweed, which visitors can harvest while wearing straw shoes, guided by local “mom experts.” For a cultural experience, Taiwan’s first hot pot ingredient tourist factory is also located in Keelung, offering a fun blend of eating and hands-on activities.
Over 10,000 Swarovski crystals illuminate the chapel — an absolutely stunning and romantic setting for a wedding in Guam
When it comes to holding a wedding abroad, many people’s first choice might be Guam, known for its unique churches. Surrounded by blue skies and the ocean, you can wear a pure white wedding gown and witness each other as you exchange vows. Yen Teh-fen, Taiwan Representative of the Guam Visitors Bureau, stated that due to Guam’s natural beauty, in recent years many Taiwanese couples have chosen to get married there. As of 2012, approximately 400 couples had pledged their lives to each other in this paradise.
The southern Wufengpu area: Kaohsiung’s largest wholesale garment street is right here
Southern Wufengpu: Kaohsiung’s largest wholesale garment street is right here