Travel
Marathon Prep: Taroko National Park Renovates Trails at Swallow Grotto, Tunnel of Nine Turns, and Changchun Shrine
To prepare for the Taroko Gorge Marathon on November 2 and ensure visitor safety, Taroko National Park Headquarters will carry out slope improvement works on three trails along the Central Cross-Island Highway from now until the 25th. These include the “Tunnel of Nine Turns Trail,” “Swallow Grotto Trail,” and “Central Cross-Island Highway Changchun Shrine Trail.” Traffic controls will be implemented in coordination with the construction work.
Superb Three Flowers BBQ – All-you-can-eat 12 oz sirloin steak
No need to prepare a bunch of ingredients for barbecue. This place boasts over a hundred all-you-can-eat dishes, covering Korean cuisine, Japanese BBQ, and Taiwanese hot pot. Whether you choose the 388 or 588 NT price tier, the menu always includes a “12 oz sirloin steak.” Eat as much as you order – perfect for budget-conscious students, and a fun challenge for meat lovers.
Lunchtime Picks / A Zhejiang Flavor Loved by Stars — Xiao Long Bao That Rivals Din Tai Fung
Located in Gongguan, “Golden Rooster Garden” is a spot netizens praise for its great value. The display of pastries and desserts outside is so tempting, it’s perfect for takeout to enjoy as afternoon tea at the office. Their signature crab roe soup dumplings burst with juice when you bite into them, and diners say they’re the best they’ve ever had — not inferior to famous xiao long bao restaurants at all. Come channel your inner paparazzi and experience the “Golden Rooster Garden” loved by stars!
Divine Edition of Hanzawa Naoki: Witnessing Bangkok’s “Hundredfold Retribution” Rahu God Invocation Ceremony
Anyone who has visited the Huai Kwang night market in Bangkok knows that near the MRT station exit and the entrance to the night market, there is a highly popular Ganesha temple. Devotees spend 20 baht on flowers, then another 60 baht on drinks (milk and sugar water), incense, and candles (the colors of the incense and candles depend on the day of the week you were born—the temple will give you the appropriate ones, so it’s best to check beforehand!). For example, I was born on a Tuesday, so the candles and incense I received were pink.
The "Cat Army" Hiding in Alishan: Keeping the Homestay Owner Company in Retirement
Hidden within the "Longyinshan Garden Homestay" in Alishan, Chiayi County, is a small "cat army" consisting of about 30 cats, all in excellent condition. Whenever the owner’s wife appears, the cat army follows her en masse—it’s absolutely adorable. Normally, they do all the things cats are supposed to do, allowing guests staying here to admire their charming antics at any time. What could be more exciting for cat lovers?
Take a trip to the underworld world—the “Hell and Paradise Pilgrimage” at Tōchōji Temple in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan
Do you believe that the afterlife is divided into heaven and hell? The Buddhist concept of the Eighteen Levels of Hell may seem surreal, but why not experience it firsthand? Tōchōji Temple in Fukuoka Prefecture, Japan, not only houses Japan’s largest wooden seated Buddha statue, but also features a “Hell Pathway” beneath the Buddha’s platform. After walking through a corridor adorned with murals depicting the Six Realms of Hell, you enter a pitch-black tunnel for a unique “journey through hell.”
Yayoi Kusama’s Polka Dot Ladybugs Debut at Taoyuan Land Art Festival
The 2013 Taoyuan Land Art Festival kicked off on October 26 at Houhu Pond in Xinyi. In addition to the iconic yellow duck brought by Dutch artist Florentijn Hofman, the event also invited Japanese "polka dot art" master Yayoi Kusama and South Korean artist Choi Jeong-hwa, who gained international acclaim at the Venice Biennale, to jointly create five major exhibition zones. Visitors can enjoy the beauty of Taoyuan’s ponds as shaped by the "duck," "polka dots," and "lotus" artworks.
Singapore Airlines 'First Class' Experience — There's Even a Double Bed on the Plane, Super Comfy!
Hi everyone, I’m Pimi Zi Mike, and I’m excited to have the chance to share my first-ever experience flying Singapore Airlines First Class Suite with you all. It’s also proof that even Pimi Zi can shine—barely making it before Singapore Airlines’ Mileage Plan cancelled the 15% discount promotion for redeeming miles tickets online, I managed to book my flight. Today, I’m here to share this unforgettable journey on Singapore Airlines’ Airbus A380 First Class Suite that still haunts my dreams!
Blue Highway Launches “Bilingual (Chinese-English) Guided Tours”; Cotton Candy & Balloon Flights Added
The “Cotton Candy” and “Shaped Balloon” themed special flights launched by Taipei’s Blue Highway since September have been very well received. The Taipei City Department of Rapid Transit Systems has decided to add more offerings in October, and starting from the 19th, some flights will trial a “Bilingual (Chinese-English) Guided Tour” service, hoping to attract more international tourists to cruise the river and enjoy different views and facets of Taipei.
Play for free！The Korea Tourism Organization is giving away flight tickets and even attraction entry passes.
On November 18, the award ceremony for the “Coworkers Group Up to Win Flight Tickets & Explore Gyeonggi-do, Korea” free Asiana Airlines flight ticket raffle was held. In addition to the attendance of Mr. Jeon Dong-hyun, Director of the Taipei Branch of the Korea Tourism Organization, and Mr. Kim Hong-soo, General Manager of Asiana Airlines Taipei Branch, Mr. Hong Seung-pyo, Director of the Gyeonggi Tourism Organization, also flew specially from Korea to Taiwan to celebrate with the lucky winners and usher in Christmas early.
Only the lucky few get to see it with their own eyes！Ueno Zoo’s super cute panda cub makes its public debut today
Only the lucky few get to see it with their own eyes！Ueno Zoo’s super cute panda cub makes its public debut today
Spend a night in Taichung for just 599 TWD—leave behind a “secret” to exit this dreamy space!
Immerse yourself in an artistic atmosphere and spend the night in an exhibition space. If you consider yourself a lover of all things fresh and artistic and enjoy connecting with others, does that sound like you? Taichung’s PerBed—with just one bed—offers a unique space where you can spend the night for 599 TWD. Unlike typical hotels, there are set interaction times during your stay, and guests are required to leave behind a “footprint,” making it quite special.
Two Stunning Scenes: Night and Dawn at Sun Moon Lake — Choose Your Favorite
I don’t know why I like this place so much, perhaps it’s the captivating lakeside scenery. This evening, in no great rush, we rode the gentle evening breeze. The call of spring brought us here once again. On Saturday evening, there were unexpectedly not many people in front of the Wenwu Temple. The daytime noise of tourists had faded, leaving Sun Moon Lake in peaceful solitude — allowing us to fully immerse ourselves in this mountain-and-lake panorama. Strolling along the lakeshore, we enjoyed the bright, spring morning at Mingtan...
Hakone One Piece Cruise – Admire Lake Ashi and Mt. Fuji on a “Pirate Ship”
If you ask Japanese people to recommend “day trip destinations near Tokyo,” most will surely suggest “Hakone Town,” known for its beautiful mountains, lakes, hot springs, and delicious food. Located in Kanagawa Prefecture, Hakone not only boasts “Owakudani,” similar to Taiwan’s Yangmingshan Xiaoyoukeng, but also “Lake Ashi,” a volcanic crater lake. To fully enjoy the scenic beauty of Lake Ashi and gaze at the majestic Mt. Fuji, hop aboard the “Hakone Pirate Ship” and set sail on a lake adventure as a One Piece pirate.
"Automated" Scenic Restaurant Becomes Taichung’s New Landmark
No need to move — the scenery moves for you！Claimed to be Taiwan’s only seaside rotating restaurant, it officially opened on the 9th on the rooftop of the 25th floor of Tong general Hospital in Wuchi District, Taichung. Standing 116 meters high and covering an area of 100 tsubo (approximately 330 square meters), the restaurant has 160 seats and offers panoramic views of Taichung Harbor and Dajia Mountain, quickly becoming a new landmark of Taichung.
Meeting peak season demand: Singapore Airlines to return to Athens next June
Singapore Airlines originally announced in October last year that it would suspend its regular “Singapore–Athens” flights. After a full year of the suspension, the airline recently announced that it will return to the Greek capital, Athens, between June and October 2014 to meet the demand during the summer travel peak season.
Experience the most down-to-earth old-town life — The Green Ribbon of the Spring City, the Moat
Experience the most down-to-earth old-town life — The Green Ribbon of the Spring City, the Moat
Iron Man Headquarters Lands at Hong Kong Disneyland – Mickey Mouse Faces a Tough Challenge!
Iron Man has landed in Hong Kong (known as “鐵甲奇俠” in Hong Kong and “Iron Man” in Mainland China)! Hong Kong Disneyland is investing heavily to build the world’s first “Iron Man Headquarters,” expected to be completed in 2016 — one year after the opening of Shanghai Disneyland in 2015. With Iron Man’s soaring popularity challenging the boyish charm of Mickey Mouse, it looks like our little Mickey will have to stay on his toes to keep his top spot...
Taiwan’s Eco Film Tour Kicks Off, Aiming to Raise Public Awareness of Nature Conservation
To promote public awareness of global warming and ecological conservation, the Forestry Bureau under the Council of Agriculture, Executive Yuan, is hosting the “2013 Eco Film Festival: Showcasing (and Cherishing) Taiwan,” a nationwide film tour. From now until November 30, over 30 engaging eco-themed films will be screened at cultural centers, libraries, airports, national forest recreation areas managed by the Forestry Bureau, ecological education centers, and forestry cultural parks across various counties and cities.
Miami’s New Landmark: ICA Art Museum Offers Free Admission
Art lovers, don’t miss this out. Unlike Europe—where visitors generally pay for entry—nearly all museums in the U.S. charge admission fees. But now, Miami’s newest art museum is offering a great perk: free entry. Designed by a Madrid-based architecture studio, this building is set to become a new landmark in Miami, located in the city’s renowned Design District and spanning three floors in total.