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Leisurely Qiuhonggu Valley Park – Enjoy a Little Urban Bliss
Located in Xitun District, Taichung, Qiuhonggu is a large flood detention basin park enclosed by Taiwan Boulevard, Chaofu Road, Municipal North 7th Road, and Henan Road. Covering an area of approximately 30,000 square meters, it was officially opened on November 25, 2012, and has since become a popular recreational spot for both locals and tourists.
Taiwanese people's favorite honeymoon destinations: Maldives, Greece, and Italy
A well-known travel booking website recently conducted a customer poll to rank the world’s top honeymoon destinations. The Maldives topped the list with over 20% of the vote, becoming the world’s most dreamed-of honeymoon destination. Meanwhile, the top three honeymoon spots favored by Taiwanese travelers are the Maldives, the Greek Islands, and Italy.
Beef Pho "Cow" Craze: Enjoy 8 Cuts Including Short Rib in One Bowl
I had long wanted to try a pho shop on Ren’ai Road that a food-savvy friend recommended for its delicious broth. Recently, I finally got the chance to visit the highly-rated “L.A. Pho” Erh No. Zhongxiao branch. Following the address from Zhongxiao Fuxing, I arrived—but walked right past the place twice without noticing. Seriously, the storefront looks more like a fast-food joint, a beverage shop, or maybe even a French bistro.
The Taipei Astronomical Museum explores the "Legends of the Stars in Spring"
For those who love constellations, the Taipei Astronomical Museum is a treasure trove of knowledge. On March 2 and 16, the museum has organized an event titled “Legends of the Stars in Spring,” which introduces springtime constellations in an easy-to-understand way. The event also includes a quiz with small gifts as prizes, making it both educational and entertaining for a holiday outing. Reservation hotline: 02-28314551 ext. 704.
So cold！By the roadside in Yokote City, Japan, the messaging app character James froze into a snowman
Yesterday (15th), heavy snow fell across Japan, with blizzards hitting the Tohoku region in the evening and the Shinkansen temporarily suspended. However, in Yokote City, Akita Prefecture, people braved the snow and wind to hold the annual "Yokote Kamakura Festival" in the evening. Hundreds of snow huts spread throughout the city, and the event even featured the messaging app characters James and Korilakkuma, sculpted in the snow looking cold and shivering on the street, attracting many excited tourists for photos.
Green Tea Stinky Tofu, Black Tea Pig’s Trotters, Oolong Tea Bitter Melon – A Highly Valued All-Tea Cuisine Feast
The shrimp on the plate isn’t your everyday dish – it’s Osmanthus Black Tea Shrimp, marinated in black tea. Pretty special, right?! Last time I joined the RY Aviation Holidays · Farm Tourism New Paradise / Luye Luming Hot Spring Hotel Free & Easy Fam Trip, it was through this event that I had the chance to taste the popular local delicacies at Luye Plateau in Taitung.
Low-cost carriers make another move? Vanilla Air to announce new fares at 10:00 on February 18
Vanilla Air, which officially started selling flight tickets in Taiwan on December 4, 2013, and commenced flights on December 20, once offered a special deal of NT$388 for a one-way ticket from Taipei to Tokyo and NT$1,888 for a round-trip fare including taxes. This created a major stir in the market with its low prices. The airline’s official Japanese website has also revealed that starting at 10:00 on February 18, it will officially open sales for summer flight fares from March 30 to October 25, but the actual prices remain under wraps for now.
Cupid-Shaped Two-Tone Macarons — Reserve for White Day
It’s okay if you missed Valentine’s Day—White Day is another chance to get sweet with your loved one. Victoria Hotel is offering Cupid-shaped macarons, featuring a vibrant, sweet, and pastel two-tone design that represents the romance and beauty of love.
Get creative and beautiful by the riverside — spinning 3D colorful windmills bring joyful vibes
The riverside parks and bike paths in Taipei City are popular spots for many people to take a stroll, exercise, or go on outings during weekends. To make the riversides even more beautiful, the Water Resources Bureau of Taipei City’s Department of Rapid Transit Systems selected four unique artworks and has been installing them on the embankment walls of various riverside parks. Recently, a new scenic view has been added to the embankment wall near the Shizi Elementary School river-crossing pedestrian bridge that has just been completed.
Strong winds and heavy snow wreak havoc in Japan 7 prefectures and multiple districts become isolated, Hokkaido next to suffer
The Kanto region was hit by another heavy snowfall last weekend, with at least seven prefectures and 3,600 areas experiencing blocked external access, turning into virtual “islands.” And now, Hokkaido, which already faces low temperatures in winter, may be next in line for trouble. Japan’s Meteorological Agency predicts that the low-pressure system will continue moving northward, and forecasts that from the evening of the 17th, Hokkaido will not only be battered by strong winds but also hit by heavy snowfall, urging residents to stay vigilant.
CK124 Sets Off Again & Leads a Tribute to Wooden Railway Stations Ticket Booking Opens on the 21st
The steam locomotive CK124, also known as the Midsummer Formosa, is setting off again！Taiwan Railways’ cruise-style train package tours have gained quite a reputation, with many popular itineraries selling out shortly after going on sale. Especially when the national-level steam locomotive CK124 is in operation, it attracts many rail enthusiasts eager to hop on board. This time, Taiwan has planned a cruise-style train tour in March to pay tribute to the wooden railway stations along the central coastal line, with ticket booking opening at 9:00 AM on the 21st.
News Flash / “2014 Taipei Lantern Festival” Happy Light Sea and Landmark Light Zones Extended for One More Week
The Taipei City Government’s Department of Civil Affairs announced today that, in response to public demand, the Taipei Lantern Festival will be extended for one week, and the 4-kilometer-long “Happy Light Sea” along Zhongshan North Road and the MRT route will continue to be illuminated.
News / Taiwan and Macau to sign open skies agreement on the 17th; aviation industry: popular for independent travel
Luo Changshui, Director of the Macau Affairs Office of the Mainland Affairs Council, and Leong Kit Chi, Director of the Macao Economic and Cultural Office, completed the "Air Transport Agreement between Taiwan and Macau" on the 17th. The most significant meaning of this newly signed Taiwan-Macau air pact is that airlines from both sides can independently decide flight frequencies based on market demand, equivalent to the current open skies model between Taiwan and Japan.
A delicious find known only to locals—shrimp so abundant it almost hides the rice beneath
Without digging deep, Taipei’s vast array of snacks might be limited to just the usual magazine favorites. But during this New Year’s trip—braving the crowds in search of street food—I stumbled upon a shop I’d never noticed before. One standout dish? This “shrimp rice.” In the past, if you’d asked me about shrimp rice, I’d probably only have mentioned Jipin, Aizai Cheng, and Hao Difang...
Aliens are irresistibly charming！Top 5 filming locations from "My Love from the Star"
The Korean drama "My Love from the Star" became a huge hit in Korea. The male lead, "Professor Do," who descended to Korea 400 years ago with various superpowers, deeply loves the female lead, "Cheon Song-yi." The romantic yet comedic storyline swept Taiwan with an "alien" craze, making "Professor Do" the new dream man for many female viewers. It also sparked a tourism boom at various filming locations featured in the drama.
Libra Star's culinary team wins 17 awards at "Halal Chefs Challenge"
When taking a cruise, the most important aspects are enjoying the onboard facilities and savoring the cuisine, making the quality of meals especially crucial. The culinary team of the "Libra Star," operated by Star Cruises, clinched 17 awards at the first-ever "2014 Halal Chefs Challenge" held from January 17 to 19 at Setia SPICE in Penang, Malaysia. These included 2 gold awards, 5 silver awards, 5 bronze awards, and 5 certificates of commendation.
Coffee Café: Healthy, Delicious, and Tasty – Try the Honey Bagel with Three Spreads
In Yilan’s Jiaoxi, where hot spring hotels abound, finding a locally roasted café is quite a challenge. But that’s not all—if you’re a vegetarian, enjoy traveling with your pet, and happen to have a young child in tow, finding a nice place to sit down in Jiaoxi’s hot spring town can be really tough indeed！
A Hidden Gem: Another Hot Spring Village Awaits in Beitou — A High-Value Secluded Soaking Retreat
Beitou’s Shamao Mountain is undoubtedly one of Taipei’s top hot spring destinations. The aroma of hot springs and the enchanting white steam along Xingyi Road attract countless bathers daily seeking relaxation. Even more exclusive is the 【Tianxiang Hot Spring Restaurant】, tucked away in Lane 260 of Xingyi Road — a hidden spot known only to regulars.
Bringing items on Korean airlines in 2014: New rules on prohibited and permitted items!
New regulations for flying with Korean airlines in 2014! South Korea’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure and Transport recently announced that to facilitate travel for both domestic and international passengers, certain lower-risk items have been removed from the prohibited list this year, while restrictions on higher-risk items have been tightened.
For 10 consecutive years, Hawaiian Airlines has once again topped the list as the most punctual airline in the United States.
According to a report by the U.S. Department of Transportation, Hawaiian Airlines has been the most punctual airline in the U.S. for 10 years in a row. In 2013, Hawaiian Airlines achieved an average on-time performance rate of 93.3%, ranking first in 11 out of 12 months of the year, and exceeding the industry average by 15%. In December of last year, Hawaiian Airlines also led the industry with a 92.4% on-time rate.