A cute "Shiba Inu" floating on top of milk tea — this is the "Manager Fresh Milk Tea" from the recently Instagram-famous Mr. Yutian’s Hand-Brewed Beverage Bar. Now, the Shiba Inu Manager has a new project: on December 22, Winter Solstice, the Manager will make a special pop-up appearance at Yifu Ice Desserts in Zhonghe, launching a limited-edition "Manager Red Bean Tangyuan." The Shiba Inu Manager will be resting atop a warm purple rice and red bean soup with creamy milk foam, accompanied by classic red and white mini tangyuan.
Located on Zhisheng Road, Feng Cha Ji has drawn the attention of many locals and tourists in Kaohsiung with its extra-rich cheesy pineapple bun. Recently, it set up a three-month pop-up stall inside Kaohsiung Arena, operating only until the end of February. In response to a department store event, it launched mentaiko pineapple buns and a milk foam sock series, aiming to offer customers more dining options.
The Little Yellow Duck exhibition in Kaohsiung is set to conclude on October 20th. With over 3 million visitors so far, the closing ceremony will be held at 4:00 PM on the 20th. The Kaohsiung City Government is calling on the public to “wear yellow” and enthusiastically bid farewell to the duck. It also invites tourists who haven’t yet seen the duck to seize the final countdown and make a pilgrimage to Glory Pier.
The end of the year is peak season for international travel, with Christmas, New Year’s, and Lunar New Year… all coming one after another. As people fly more frequently, they often forget about "etiquette" when there are more passengers around. Foreign media have compiled a list of the 7 most common mistakes travelers make on planes—see if you’ve accidentally overlooked any.
“Songshan” is back in the spotlight!Following the unprecedented case of Taiwan and Japan’s Songshan Airports operating direct flights under the same name, Taipei’s Songshan Railway Station has officially become a sister station with Japan’s JR Shikoku Railway Company Songshan Station, marking the first time that Taiwan Railways (TRA) has formed a sister-station relationship with a foreign station sharing the same name. To coincide with the event, TRA has also issued 2,500 sets of commemorative ticket packs and souvenir platform tickets for the public to purchase.
The Yellow Rubber Duck exhibition in Kaohsiung attracted over 3 million visitors. After departing from Kaohsiung on October 20, it will move to Xinzhuang in Taoyuan starting October 26. Hotel operators are gearing up to welcome the “Duck visitors,” with Eastar Mountain Resort offering up to a 72% discount. The originally priced double room at over NT$14,000 is available for just NT$3,980 on weekdays, and a mysterious rubber duck gift will also be given away to attract guests.
With striking red Dutch windmills, folk-style Mongolian yurts, and the rich aroma of coffee, all set against the vast harbor scenery—this beautiful view doesn’t require you to travel abroad. You can enjoy it right at Anping Fishing Port in Tainan City. The “Anping Port Leisure Plaza,” officially opened on October 12, has transformed the once-abandoned Tainan City Fisheries Association Anping Office into a new leisure highlight, giving locals and visitors an exciting new weekend destination.
I’ve visited the “Yangcheng Soy Chicken – Guangdong Eatery” on Kaishan Road a few times before. After sharing my dining review, I noticed some netizens debating over the old shop versus the new one. So I quietly kept it in mind. Then, on this particular day, while looking for a place to eat in Tainan with junior schoolmate Xiaoyong, fate played a weird trick on us—everywhere we considered going had just closed. We wandered the streets until 8 PM when suddenly I remembered this place: “Yangcheng Snacks”!
No more getting lost in Taipei Main Station (北车)! The three-in-one railway hub, which combines Taiwan Railways, Taiwan High-Speed Rail, and Taipei Metro, can feel like a maze. But starting today, Taiwan Railways has partnered with Google to launch an indoor Google Maps Street View service for Taipei Main Station, created through real-scene photography. Passengers can easily browse the station layout and plan their routes, as well as locate entrances, exits, parking areas, and shops. This makes Taipei Main Station the first in Taiwan to offer indoor street view navigation online.
“Desserts = weight gain.” Most people feel guilty about eating desserts because of this notion, but if the desserts are made without sugar or dairy, they’re surely much more guilt-free. But can sugar-free, dairy-free desserts still be rich in flavor and texture? Chef Hong Guangming, a hotel consultant, came up with a series of “healthy desserts” that are creatively diverse in taste while retaining the deliciousness of traditional sweets.
“Lu Xiaoxiao Spicy Hot Pot” has long been famous for its health-conscious broth. The broth is simmered with over 10 kinds of Chinese medicinal herbs and contains no added artificial MSG, resulting in a refreshing and not greasy taste that suits health-conscious diners. Even eating it every day puts no strain on the body. The shop insists on using fresh ingredients and also values the attitude of its service staff, hoping that diners can happily enjoy the magic of the “Golden Divine Spicy Soup.”
The cool autumn breeze officially heralds the arrival of maple-viewing season. For travelers keen on chasing the fall foliage abroad, nearby Northeast Asian countries are the top choice.
Enjoying a sea of flowers in the cool autumn season is a wonderful way to relax. Recently, a pet owner in Japan took their two beloved dogs to visit the "Dream Cosmos Garden" in Kameoka City, Kyoto Prefecture, to admire the beautiful cosmos and sunflower fields. The area also hosted a creative scarecrow competition, where many unique and adorable scarecrows stood alongside the flower beds—truly a delightful sight.
Salt is a common seasoning in daily life, but salt production is actually a labor-intensive and time-consuming "tough" job. The "Jingzijiao Tile-Plate Salt Fields" in Beimen Township, Tainan, are the oldest salt fields in Taiwan and currently the only remaining operational solar salt pans. With its stunning scenery, it’s a popular spot for photography enthusiasts to capture sunset views. Moreover, visitors can personally experience the joy of salt drying, salt carrying, and salt harvesting, making it ideal for those seeking an in-depth cultural travel experience.
Since its premiere, the idol drama “True Love Black & White” has sparked widespread fan discussions with its on-screen chemistry between the leads. In the show, the home of the yakuza prince and the hotel he manages are, in real life, the “Eastern Forest Resort Hotel” in Taoyuan and the “Eastern Ocean Hot Spring Hotel” in Yilan, respectively. With their breathtaking mountain and sea views, the Eastern Resort Hotel series stole the spotlight at the Taichung Travel Expo, becoming a popular booth that drew keen interest from budget-conscious travelers and young professionals.
Located in Pingtung County, the Liudui Hakka Cultural Park saw a significant drop in visitor numbers after it began outsourcing operations and charging admission fees in February (2013) of this year, with a record low of fewer than 100 visitors in a single day. As the park is about to celebrate its second anniversary, the Liudui Cultural Park, which has taken back management rights, is also taking the opportunity to inform the public that free admission has been reinstated.
The Taoyuan Land Art Festival, kicking off on the 26th, will feature three international artworks including Florentijn Hofman’s “Yellow Duck” and five creations by local artists and residents, generating buzz even before its opening. The county government estimates over one million visitors will attend. Due to the limited space around Houhu Pond, where the Yellow Duck will reside, authorities will implement “dyke access control” after the launch to manage hourly visitor flow and prevent overcrowding.
In recent years, "themed experiential travel" has gained popularity among certain travelers, as it allows for itinerary planning based on personal interests while also providing an in-depth experience of local culture. Recently, a travel agency launched unique themed tours such as macaron-making experiences, Italian pizza feasts, and classic British afternoon tea.
The numbing, aromatic, and spicy flavors of Sichuan cuisine are beloved by many food enthusiasts. As cooking continues to innovate, traditional Sichuan flavors have become even more treasured, and some classic dishes have become hard to find in Taiwan. One such dish is "Chicken Tofu Blossom," which Chef Chen Ximan from the Sichuan Cuisine Restaurant at Taipei’s Ambassador Hotel learned during an exchange trip to mainland China.
Taitung Chulu Ranch was absolutely stunning on my first visit. There’s a vast expanse of grassland, just as beautiful as Nantou’s Qingjing Farm, and compared to the winding Central Cross-Island Highway that tests your sense of balance, the Huatung Highway is much easier to drive. Every time I come here, I find the air so fresh, the weather so nice, and my mood lifted instantly.