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Taiwanese passengers furious ! Headed to Malaysia with a layover in Hong Kong, but were first flown to Vietnam
Taiwanese passengers furious ! Headed to Malaysia with a layover in Hong Kong, but were first flown to Vietnam
Eating ice in winter is super refreshing – strawberry snowflake shaved ice and warm almond soup at an old Tainan house
It’s strawberry season again~ The chilly weather is the perfect time for strawberries to shine. Add strawberries to drinks, frozen treats, desserts, and even fried chicken – everything must have strawberries, strawberries, STRAWBERRIES!!! Ahhh~ I’ve been following the strawberry trend too~ Hey there, I’ve wanted to check out Caotian Bajia (Grass Field Eight Houses) since summer but kept putting it off. Now that strawberries are in season, I can’t not go – I’d be letting myself down if I didn’t~
A delicacy once reserved for officials—Savor "Restaurant Cuisine" in Beitou’s hot spring town
Beitou, a place rich in history and culture, is not just a famous hot spring destination. Its unique culinary culture and food specialties represent the evolution and history of Beitou over the past half-century. The standout feature of Beitou’s signature dish, "Restaurant Cuisine," lies in its emphasis on ingredient selection, plating, and knife skills. In the past, these dishes were designed to whet the appetite of drinkers—with bold flavors meant to encourage more drinking.
A hidden paradise on earth — come and enjoy the forest phytoncides on the Shakadang Trail in Taroko!
The magnificent scenery of Taroko National Park in Hualien is truly captivating. Among its wonders is the Shakadang Trail Canyon, often referred to as the "Valley of Mystery." This lesser-known gem features a 4.5-kilometer trail built along steep cliffs, where you can see water splashing from the creek against the rocks. As you venture further upstream, the landscape reveals the beauty of pristine forests. In addition to nature’s stunning craftsmanship, visitors may also spot precious wildlife such as Formosan macaques, flying squirrels, swallowtail butterflies, and Begonia ravenii along the path.
The Real-Life Version of the Movie “Zone Pro Site” – Kaohsiung Neimen’s Banquet Chef Tour Launches
The movie “Zone Pro Site” brought Kaohsiung’s famous Neimen banquet chefs to the big screen, and it also premiered in Kaohsiung on August 11. The Kaohsiung City Tourism Bureau took the opportunity to launch two one-day tour packages covering Neimen and the Devil’s Valley (Yue Shi Jie), allowing visitors to explore Qishan Old Street, the Neimen Songjiang Battle Array, Tianliao Devil’s Valley, and more. Tourists can even taste authentic dishes cooked by real Neimen banquet chefs, with the lowest one-day tour cost starting at just NT$699.
Top 10 Night Market Food Showdown: Oyster Omelet Takes the #1 Spot
What’s your favorite night market food? The Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications held an online “Top 10 Night Market Foods PK,” and the results are in. Oyster omelet has claimed the championship, with fried chicken cutlet and stinky tofu taking 2nd and 3rd place respectively. Recently popular in emerging night markets, scallop skewers and crispy fried squid also followed closely, securing 4th and 5th places. Among them, scallop skewers even topped the list as the most recommended item in the “Innovative Snacks” category among 20 nominated items.
Three months of non-stop music: “Wild Stage Music Festival” joins in as Taipei Pop Music Festival kicks off
Three months of non-stop music: The first-ever “Taipei Pop Music Festival” organized by the Taipei City Government kicks off in August. The festival features a lineup of performances including the Wild Stage Music Festival, Galaxy Music Festival, Flower Expo Star Sounds, and Shin Kong Mitsukoshi Unplugged Music Festival. Organizers have also launched a mobile QR code scanning campaign for a chance to win great prizes. Leading the lineup is the 15th edition of the “Wild Stage Music Festival,” which draws packed crowds every year.
A sunny weekend—Thousands join a health walk at the Gongguan Water Park
Don’t forget the importance of exercise even in the hot summer days. On the 3rd (today), a well-known food and beverage company held a “Thousand People, Ten Thousand Steps” walking event at the Taipei Gongguan Water Park, where two thousand participants walked together on the weekend.
New Taipei City’s water bus proves a hit; weekday and weekend services increased by 50%
On July 30, New Taipei City Government launched a new route for its Tamsui River water bus, which has been met with an enthusiastic response from the public. In response, the city government has coordinated with shipping operators to increase services starting August 3. The number of weekday services will be raised by eight per day, and weekend services by ten per day, in line with tidal schedules to expand operations.
Kaohsiung Leisure Tour: 4 Routes, Explore Greater Kaohsiung for Under NT$1,000
The Kaohsiung City Tourism Bureau has launched four “Seasonal Leisure Tours” package itineraries. This summer, the focus is on hot air balloons, mountain hot springs, fishing village exploration, and mountain-town trips to Jiaxian and Qishan. Visitors can experience DIY cedarwood crafts, traditional wood-fired bread baking, and Jiaxian’s stir-fried taro ice, among other activities. The minimum price for a one-day tour is NT$450, with daily costs for the four routes ranging from approximately NT$450 to NT$750. Local lunch specialties are also included.
An elderly man in Kampung Cheratin Lama, Malaysia, has trained monkeys for 48 years to support his family
When traveling to Malaysia, visitors often seek to experience the local culture. Following an off-resort tour organized by Club Med, they arrive at Kampung Cheratin Lama, where in front of a traditional and unassuming house lives Pakali. It’s hard to imagine that this 67-year-old man has supported his family for 48 years with the help of just two monkeys.
See your city from a fresh perspective – Taipei’s Fair Trade Light Travel kicks off
American novelist Henry Miller once said, “The destination of the traveler is not a place, but a new way of seeing things.” What kind of attitude is needed to truly explore Taiwan’s streets and alleys and experience “travel” in Taiwan? A Taipei café advocating the concept of “fair trade,” Eco-Green, recently launched the Taipei Fair Trade Light Travel event, hoping to ignite a new spark through urban walking tours.
Travelers in southern Taiwan are in for a treat: Kaohsiung–Nanchang route now open
To serve more travelers in southern Taiwan, TransAsia Airways launched the Kaohsiung–Nanchang route on July 31. The flight operates every Wednesday, departing from Kaohsiung’s Xiaogang Airport at 8:00 AM and arriving at Nanchang Changbei International Airport at 10:30 AM. The return flight departs at 11:30 AM and arrives back in Kaohsiung at 2:00 PM, with a one-way flight time of 2 hours and 30 minutes.
Planning to fly from Malaysia via a transfer in Hong Kong, but was first taken to Vietnam before continuing on
Planning to fly from Malaysia via a transfer in Hong Kong, but was first taken to Vietnam before continuing on
The Taipei International Travel Fair is just 2 months away – now recruiting citizen journalists
The Taipei International Travel Fair will take place from October 18 to 21. Organized by the Tourism Bureau of Taiwan (a semi-official organization), the event aims to encourage young people to broaden their international perspectives through the 8th ITF Citizen Journalist Selection Program. Applications are open until September 1, with plans to select 20 citizen journalists. In addition to receiving a journalist ID badge and being invited to press conferences and on-site interviews at the fair, selected participants may also have opportunities to cover stories both domestically and abroad.
A must-visit in life: ride a camel through the pyramids and explore ancient Egypt by hot air balloon
Egypt is one of the cradles of the four great ancient civilizations. Though millennia have passed, its profound cultural imprints remain. Mysterious legends, majestic pyramids, grand religious temples, and vast natural landscapes have captivated countless travelers. Xiaoxiang Aichumen shared on the “Travel So Much Fun!” community that Egypt, with its rich ancient civilization, is a must-visit destination. Over six days, she traveled through mountains, seas, forests, and villages, taking everyone on an exploration of ancient Egypt.
The Yellow Rubber Duck floats into Kaohsiung’s Glory Pier for Mid-Autumn Festival; exhibition runs for 1 month
The Yellow Rubber Duck’s first stop in Taiwan is confirmed to be Kaohsiung. Kaohsiung Mayor Chen Chu and the Dutch designer Florentijn Hofman officially announced this news today (5th). The Yellow Rubber Duck on display in Kaohsiung will be the largest in Asia and the second largest in the world, standing 18 meters tall (approximately six stories high). It will be exhibited at Glory Pier from September 19 to October 20, with the city expecting to attract over 3 million visitors.
The ultra-eco-friendly "Rainbow Warrior" arrives at Anping Port in Tainan on the 8th and will open for boarding on the 10th
The super eco-warship is here！The third-generation Rainbow Warrior (Rainbow Warrior) environmental green energy-powered sailing vessel of Greenpeace, which has participated in various "campaigns" such as anti-whaling and anti-nuclear testing, is making its first voyage to Taiwan. After staying at Keelung Port for two days, it will head to Green Island first, and then arrive at Anping Port in Tainan on August 8. It will be open for visits at Pier 4 of Anping Port on the 10th and 11th, where the public can also get up close with the volunteers from 15 countries on board.
Waterfront lotus viewing, kite flying — the Luliao Pit Streamside Park in Xionglin, Hsinchu opens
Spring has come to the industrial zone too. The over 100-acre “Luliao Pit Streamside Park” in Hualong Community, Xionglin Township, Hsinchu has officially opened. Although located right next to an industrial area, through a rural regeneration project, it has been transformed into an ecological park featuring beautiful ponds, ecological pools, and melon trellises. The waters of the Luliao Pit Stream are pristine, allowing visitors to enjoy water activities and strolls along the stream bank. The park also includes rest and chat areas, attracting families and children to fly kites and play here.
Six Days Left for Taitung Hot Air Balloons – Hilarious "Jeans" Design Makes Its Debut
The "2013 Taiwan International Hot Air Balloon Festival" held in Luye Plateau, Taitung, has entered its final countdown. Today (the 5th) also brought great weather, allowing the hot air balloons to soar together in the sky. All the cool designs have made an appearance, including the newest one — the "Jeans Balloon" stealth cowboy hot air balloon, which looks incredibly fun and amusing.