Travel
An In-Depth Autumn Tour of Kinmen – Discovering the Unique "Wind-Lion Gods"
When the county government launched the “Electric Cart Wind-Lion God Hunt” activity last year (2012), it received widespread acclaim. This year, the event is back with an increased number of electric carts, aiming to allow more visitors to gain a deeper understanding of Wind-Lion God culture while also experiencing the charm of the Jinsha Township community.
The Beauty of Medieval Architecture – A Museum as Stunning as Versailles
Thought you were on vacation in France? ... Does the castle in the photo make you feel like you're at Versailles? Actually, nope—it's a castle located within Tainan Metropolitan Park. Not Versailles? It's the Chi Mei Museum in Tainan Metropolitan Park.
Starting October, Yehliu National Scenic Area to limit visitor numbers; ticket prices to increase next year
Yehliu Ecological Park has long been a must-visit attraction for mainland Chinese tourists coming to Taiwan. With China’s “Golden Week” holiday starting in October, Taiwan’s tourism season also enters its peak period. To maintain the quality of the visitor experience, the North Coast & Guanyinshan National Scenic Area Administration under the Tourism Bureau will launch a visitor diversion plan for peak hours at Yehliu starting October 1. The daily visitor limit for tour groups will be reduced from 3,000 to 2,500, while individual travelers will not be subject to the restriction.
Delicious Eats in Shuanglian Alleyways: Nagoya Daidokoro Serves Authentic Nagoya Cuisine
Before the opening hours, several customers were already waiting outside the door. Within half an hour of opening, the small shop was packed with patrons—all eager to taste authentic Nagoya cuisine. This is “Nagoya Daidokoro,” nestled in the alleys near Shuanglian Station.
International bodybuilding competitions, Iron Horse Challenge – Guam’s breathtaking seascape and night views
Guam’s beaches are full of exotic charm, with lush tropical forests and vibrant flowers blooming year-round, making it an ideal travel destination for Taiwanese visitors. Travelers to Guam can enjoy a variety of activities, including diverse water sports such as diving, snorkeling, and whale watching, experiencing Chamorro culture, playing golf, and shopping at American-style malls and duty-free luxury stores.
Enjoy the sea view affordably – cross-strait ferry travel is all the rage
People usually opt for flights when traveling abroad because they’re fast and time-saving, but taking a passenger ship is also an economical choice, especially for traveling to Mainland China, which is just across the Taiwan Strait. Experiencing the vastness of sailing on the open sea, and even catching a breathtaking sunrise at night, are unique sensations only possible on a ship. The main ferries that travel back and forth between the two sides of the strait are the “COSCO STAR” and the “SEA HORIZON.”
Yellow Rubber Duck "Makes a Splash" in Port – Top 10 Must-Visit Attractions in Kaohsiung
The Yellow Rubber Duck has finally arrived in port, lighting up tourist spots all over Kaohsiung. Besides seeing the adorable yellow duck, what other attractions can visitors explore in this harbor city? A well-known portal site recently held a voting campaign, selecting the top 10 must-visit attractions in Kaohsiung through online votes, providing a reference for travelers planning to visit Kaohsiung to see the Yellow Rubber Duck.
Preserved Intact for 350 Years: Ishikawa Prefecture Where History and Modernity Coexist
In Ishikawa Prefecture, historical and modern buildings coexist within the same cities. Particularly in Kanazawa City, the “tradition and culture of the castle town” was designated as an “Important Cultural Landscape” in 2012. The streets that largely took shape during the Edo period to encircle the castle town, as well as the everyday waterways, have remained largely unchanged even after more than 350 years and are still in use today.
Seizing the long-stay market: Dynasty Hotel offers rooms for NT$3,000 per night for stays of 14 nights or more
Taipei Dynasty Hotel is tapping into the long-stay market by launching the “2018 Long Stay Program,” providing the best options for business travelers and vacationers. Guests staying 14 nights (inclusive) or longer can enjoy Deluxe Rooms starting from NT$3,000+10% per room per night, along with benefits such as SUNNY BUFFET buffet breakfast, free laundry, and welcome fruit. Upgraded room types are also available at special rates.
The "Golden Week" holiday sees crowds; Beijing subway increases services and closes 4 stations
Starting today (October 1), the mainland begins its "Golden Week" holiday. Not only are there many outbound travelers, but major crowds have also emerged across various parts of the country. In response to the surge in passenger flow, the Beijing Subway has not only added 24 extra services to stations with high passenger concentrations but has also temporarily closed four stations within the Beijing Subway network, bypassing them without stopping.
Tested: Bring Your Own Lobster and Champagne to Haidilao, Dine for 4 Hours and Pay Only ¥260 with No Service Charge
Brought in ingredients such as garland chrysanthemum, live Boston lobster, water spinach, giant clams, plus a bottle of champagne. Total dining time: 4 hours. Final bill: only ¥260 for the spicy and pork tripe chicken soup bases ordered that day.
Limited-time offer for three days only: Round-trip flights between Shanghai and Nagoya starting from just ¥4,900
Flights from Taipei to Shanghai start from just ¥4,500 only. Cathay Pacific and Dragonair are launching a four-week online flash sale called “Fun Price,” with special airfare deals for the second week targeting destinations such as Shanghai, Nagoya, and New York. The limited-time offer runs for three days starting from October 1, 2013.
The Berlin Festival of Lights transforms the city’s nightscape into a grand art show
One of the world’s largest and most renowned light art festivals, the 2013 “Festival of Lights Berlin,” kicked off locally on October 9 and ran through the 20th, turning nighttime Berlin into a spectacular light art exhibition.
The White House announces federal government shutdown; travelers to the U.S. may face longer customs clearance times
As the U.S. budget bill failed to pass the midnight deadline, some federal government agencies will shut down on the 1st. For foreign travelers arriving in the U.S., customs operations will continue, but clearance times may be extended due to reduced staffing.
News Flash / "Pumpkin Monsters" Appear on Taipei Streets – Driving Wildly in Broad Daylight
Did “Pumpkin Heroes” suddenly appear on Taipei streets? At 1 PM today (30th), a flashy million-dollar convertible suddenly popped up at the exit of Zhongxiao Fuxing MRT Station, catching everyone’s eye. But upon closer look, the car was actually covered in a family of pumpkin monsters, all grinning and waving their claws to greet passersby. With Halloween still a month away, these pumpkin creatures were already roaming the streets in broad daylight, drawing plenty of attention from pedestrians.
Low-cost carrier "Vanilla Air" to launch its first flight from Tokyo to Taipei on December 20; bookings open in November
The low-cost airline "Vanilla Air" held a product launch event on September 30, announcing that it will commence operations on December 20. The airline has designated the "Tokyo–Taipei" route as its inaugural flight for that day, highlighting its strong focus on the Taiwanese market. For ticket pricing, a one-way flight from Tokyo to Taipei will cost 10,000 Japanese yen, with bookings expected to open at noon on November 1.
October 1st sees the official launch of China's Tourism Law, dealing a blow to Taiwan’s tourism industry
As China’s “Golden Week” holiday approaches, the newly implemented Tourism Law has officially come into effect. To enhance the quality of tourism, the new law explicitly prohibits low-cost tour groups with excessive shopping stops used to offset costs. Taiwan’s tourism industry, being geographically close to mainland China, is the first to feel the impact, with businesses holding vastly different views on the new regulations.
What to eat for lunch? "Lunch Foodie" officially launches to solve the dilemma
“What should we have for lunch?” “I don’t know, anything’s fine.” Whether you’re an office worker or a student, this is the kind of conversation that always comes up when lunch break rolls around. Starting today, ETtoday’s "Lunch Foodie" will air promptly at 10:00 AM every day to help solve the lunchtime woes of our cloud friends.
Renowned chefs collaborate with airlines to bring Sichuan cuisine to the skies — even dry-braised shrimp balls are now available on flights
Hotel cuisine can now be enjoyed at 30,000 feet. Hotel operators in Kaohsiung have partnered with a Hong Kong-based airline to jointly launch an in-flight gourmet event starting October 1st. On flights from Kaohsiung to Hong Kong, first-class and business-class passengers will be served meals meticulously designed and guided by the hotel’s Sichuan cuisine restaurant, bringing signature dishes to new heights.
"A future you can see isn’t exciting." Are young people no longer interested in becoming civil servants?
The uphill climb is exhausting, but because you can’t see the view beyond the slope, your mind starts to wander. "Is it the ocean? A grassland? A cottage? Or could it be another endless stretch of road...?" Just as I was thinking this, I reached the highest point of the small hill and saw waves of rice fields rolling toward the sea, the ocean waves taking over where the rice fields left off, stretching all the way to the distant horizon.