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Freshwater Fish Ball DIY Tour – Learn More About Taiwan’s Marine Culture Through the Activity
Right across from Fuyou Temple in Tamsui, there’s a branch of Dengfeng Fish Balls that’s always bustling with visitors. This unassuming fish ball shop is not only a time-honored establishment in Tamsui but also an educational tourist factory. It earnestly hopes to use engaging and fun themes to help more people learn about Taiwan’s marine environment and fish species, and through the passing down of experience, encourage the next generation to take seriously the attitude of their ancestors coexisting with the sea.
Good dates are in high demand during the Year of the Lone Phoenix—hurry and book fast！Yipin Xinzhuang Branch now launches banquet hall services
With the upcoming opening of the Airport MRT and the Circular Line, Yunglo Tourism Group sees great potential in the future development of Xinzhuang Sub-Center and the wedding banquet market. Its off-site catering brand “Yipin Hotel” has moved into Xinzhuang Jinguan Shopping Mall, with a grand opening scheduled for September 2014 and reservation bookings officially open starting March 17. Covering an area of about 2,000 pyeong across two floors, Yipin Xinzhuang Hall can accommodate 380 tables at once to meet service demands for up to 4,000 guests.
45th Anniversary of Weekly Shonen Jump: Luffy and Goku Battle on Tokyo Streets!
In the bustling streets of Shibuya, Tokyo, Luffy and Goku are actually fighting in the middle of the street. It turns out this is part of the promotion for the 45th anniversary of Weekly Shonen Jump, featuring the PS3/PS Vita game "J-Stars Victory VS." To celebrate, a large-scale scene of the "Luffy vs. Goku Battle" has been set up in front of Shibuya PARCO Square. After it was announced on the official Shibuya PARCO Twitter account, it quickly went viral among netizens.
"Roam Around Xinyi" Open for Registration: Explore Cultural and Creative Districts After Visiting Taipei 101
The Xinyi District Office of Taipei City has scheduled the "Roam Around Xinyi" guided tour event in April 2014. The event is divided into two sessions: Session 1: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, April 12, 2014; Session 2: 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM on Saturday, April 26, 2014. Each session accommodates 40 people and will be filled on a first-come, first-served basis. Tour locations include Taipei 101 and its surrounding public art sites, as well as Sishisan South Village (Xinyi Civic Center).
Witness a Century of Taipei’s History: The Council for Cultural Affairs Moves into the Former Site of the Lianjin Temple, Creating a New Landmark
The Taipei City Council for Cultural Affairs has officially moved into the plaza of the former Lianjin Temple (also known as the Lianjin Buddhist Temple), and on the morning of the 15th, a grand inauguration ceremony for the new location was held. Special exhibitions including the permanent display “Echoes of Taipei” and the special exhibition “The Past and Present of the Lianjin Temple Plaza” were also launched. With rich historical materials and photographs, these exhibitions comprehensively present this important yet still unfamiliar urban piece of Taipei — the “Lianjin Temple Plaza.”
1600 Paper Pandas Exhibition Meets "KANO" Trend – Panda Cub vs. Black Bear Showdown Kicks Off in Front of the National Theater & Concert Hall
The “1600 Pandas World Tour” exhibition has moved to a new location and welcomed “new blood” – 200 Formosan black bears are now on display in front of the National Theater & Concert Hall’s Arts Square. Taking advantage of last Sunday’s (the 16th) fine weather, under the watchful eyes of tens of thousands of spectators, the “Panda Cub Team” and the “Brown Sugar Team,” both made up of bears, put on an intense baseball game.
Osaka Kuromon Market Ramen Shop – Rich broth, thin and chewy noodles
This is either Kuromon Ramen or Kuromon-ya Ramen. The location is right in front of Kuromon Market, known as the “kitchen of Osaka.” Just like noodle shops in traditional markets in Taiwan that survive only after passing the scrutiny of countless discerning customers, this one is no exception. It’s also highly recommended by many netizens, and the taste is pretty good too!
A little joy in the city: A sea of goldenrain tree blossoms at Kaohsiung Normal University overflows with spring vibes
Cherry blossoms, azaleas, lilies, calla lilies... Countless beautiful flowers are in full bloom, creating a vibrant spectacle that heralds the arrival of spring. You don’t have to visit scenic tourist spots to enjoy the floral splendor—even in the urban jungle, a closer look reveals the thriving vitality of spring hidden among the concrete.
“Fresh out of the oven!” Crispy scallion pancakes fly onto the table — the hidden garlic flavor is a favorite among regulars
This Heilongjiang-style scallion pancake stall is a bit farther from the main market stalls, located at No. 312, Xinyi South Street, but it has pretty long operating hours, selling from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. I thought I’d missed the morning market rush and lunchtime crowd, but surprisingly, customers kept coming non-stop.
KUSO signs go viral: "No Roast Duck" and "Beware of Qigong" in the GaoMei Art Museum precinct
Traffic signs like "Watch for Pedestrians" and "No Right Turn" are found everywhere on streets; warning signs such as "No Smoking" and "No Eating or Drinking" are also common in public spaces. But KUSO signs that may seem nonsensical at first glance yet carry meaningful and creative messages—like "Beware of Qigong" and "Duck Tyrants Spotted"—can only be found in the Neiwei Pi Cultural Park, home to the Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts (KMOFA)!
Jeju Island Sightseeing Bus – Explore 19 Attractions Across the Island from Now Until November
The Jeju Sightseeing Bus, which travels to 19 sightseeing spots across Jeju Island, has begun its annual service this year as scheduled. From now until the end of November, it operates eight times a day, passing major locations such as the Jeju National Museum, Jejumok Natural Recreation Forest, and Jeju International Airport.
Gathering 13 princesses from around the world！ Hong Kong Disneyland unveils new castle concept
Hong Kong Disneyland Resort (“Hong Kong Disneyland”) has launched a brand-new expansion plan for the park this year. In addition to new themed lands, Hong Kong Disneyland has also unveiled the creative concept of one of the new phase expansion projects — the castle. The transformed castle will incorporate stories inspired by Disney Princesses from different eras and cultural styles, while paying tribute to the Disney Princesses. Paired with brand-new daytime and nighttime spectacular shows, it will deliver a fresh entertainment experience.
Cycling around the island is too epic！ American blogger: Five reasons why Taiwan is worth visiting
Taiwan’s beautiful scenery, friendly residents, and delicious food were once again praised on the 17th by the American online travel magazine GoMad Nomad Travel Mag, which is contributed to by independent travelers from the U.S. They believe Taiwan is worth visiting for five major reasons: night market cuisine, a wide variety of temples, stunning mountain landscapes, cycling tours, and the warm, kind, and hospitable locals.
World-renowned chefs gather in Taiwan: Michelin-quality cuisine available in Taipei, Kaohsiung, Yilan, and Hualien
Regent Hotels & Resorts, headquartered globally in Taipei, will invite executive chefs from its properties in Berlin (Germany), Beijing (China), and Phuket (Thailand) to Taiwan from March 20 to 23. The three visiting chefs, together with the group’s executive corporate chef, will host gourmet events lasting two to three days at Taipei Regent Taipei, Lancheng Regent, Taroko Regent, and Just V Restaurant at Silks Hotel Kaohsiung.
Taiwan celebrates Songkran too！Chef Hsu Shu-li introduces Thai-style “one fish, two ways” and must-try rice noodles
The sour and spicy flavors of Thai cuisine have always been popular in Taiwan. Chef Hsu Shu-li, who has studied Thai food for over 30 years and is the head chef at the Sheraton’s SUKHOTHAI Restaurant, said: “Sauces are the soul of Thai cuisine.” She previously served as head chef at the Thai & Thai Hotel and is considered a culinary inspiration for many when it comes to Thai food. At the Sheraton, in addition to her signature dish—coconut green curry—she has also created her own recipes such as Thai-style tuna salad and crispy tofu crab seafood balls.
Kenting Spring Scream Kicks Off in April; Diva Jolin Tsai Makes Her Debut Appearance
Kenting’s annual highlight, the Spring Music Festival, is set to make a lively return this April. Since its inception in 1995, Spring Scream has become a sacred ground for music lovers to showcase their talents and connect through music. Many of Taiwan’s most prominent bands have performed at Spring Scream, and making a pilgrimage to the event has long been synonymous with “youth” for many.
Japan Adds More Flights and Orders New Fleet – China Airlines Chairman Sun Hongxiang: This Year Is Exciting
China Airlines and Mandarin Airlines held their annual spring banquet press conference today. China Airlines Chairman Sun Hongxiang described this year’s expected operational outlook as “cautiously optimistic.” Sun stated that global economic growth in 2014 (this year) will be better than last year. In terms of air transport, the number of Taiwanese traveling abroad grew by 5% to 10% last year, and the Tourism Bureau estimates that the number of tourists visiting Taiwan will reach 9 million. Additionally, Tigerair Taiwan will begin operations in the fourth quarter of this year, so China Airlines remains optimistic about 2014.
TransAsia Airways sees continued profit growth, announces average 3% salary raise for employees
TransAsia Airways Group today announced that all employees will receive salary adjustments starting March 2014 based on individual performance. The adjustment will be based on personal evaluations, with an average range of approximately 3%, between approximately 3% to 4%. Those with better performance will receive relatively higher raises as recognition, while those with poorer performance will not receive adjustments in order to implement the company’s reward system.
Ms. Srisuda Wanapinyosak, Director of the Thailand Tourism Authority’s Eastern Region, Visits Taiwan for Exchange; Visa-Free Travel for Taiwanese Tourists to Thailand May Be on the Horizon
Following the return of the travel alert status to normal, the Thai government is actively working to revive its tourism market. Today (18th), Ms. Srisuda Wanapinyosak, Director of the Eastern Region of the Tourism Authority of Thailand, led 40 local industry players to Taiwan for a press briefing and industry exchange with Taiwanese media and businesses. In an interview, Ms. Srisuda stated that the Thai government is actively considering implementing visa-free entry.
The Palace Museum raises prices in July: bigger hikes for foreign tourists, domestic visitors get a ¥10 discount
Ticket prices have been adjusted. The National Palace Museum will officially revise its admission fees on July 1, with different pricing for international and domestic visitors. Starting in July, international visitors will pay between NT$150 and NT$250, while all domestic visitors—whether individual, group, or concessionary tickets—will be charged a flat rate of NT$150.