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Holiday Inn and Luxgen Electric Vehicles Co-launch Children’s Day Dream Adventure
Holiday Inn and Luxgen eco-friendly electric vehicles jointly invited children from the Catholic Welfare Association Yonah Home and the New Taipei City Joy Care Association on Children’s Day, April 4, to embark on a journey to the Riverside Resort near Shifen Station in New Taipei City via Luxgen green-energy electric vehicles, where they participated in an environmental education session focused on green energy and sustainability.
Stay in a water pipe to watch the Erliao sunrise? Tainan’s Zuozhen “Water Pipe Inn” to open this summer
Stay in a water pipe or a hotel? The overseas trend of “water pipe hotels” is coming to Taiwan. The Tainan City Tourism Bureau has built five camping units renovated from cement pipes at Ganglin Elementary School in Zuozhen District — the closest spot to view the “Erliao Sunrise.” These accommodations are set to open before the 2014 summer vacation. The bureau stated that pricing is still under review and will fall between that of a hotel and half the cost of a regular campsite.
75% of France’s traditional restaurants taken over by burgers — PAUL introduces French-style burgers
Since April 7, the century-old French brand PAUL has launched six popular and authentic European dishes, including the Sun King’s Deluxe Beef Burger, Osso Buco, Lorraine Tart, Onion Chicken Tart, Truffle Mushroom Risotto, and Tagliatelle with Creamy Chicken. These offerings bring a fresh new look to PAUL.
Women and Children's Day Little Joy: China Airlines Gives Passengers "Taiwanese Version of Thor Chocolate"
To celebrate Women and Children's Day on April 4, China Airlines will offer passengers "Thunder Chocolate (known as the Taiwanese version of Thor)" on that day. This includes over 60 flights departing from both Songshan Airport and Taoyuan Airport to destinations in Northeast Asia, Southeast Asia, and Hong Kong. All passengers can enjoy it with their meals.
Fun for Children's Day: 251 Public Scenic Areas Across Taiwan Offer Discounts
With Children's Day coinciding with Tomb Sweeping Day, have you decided where to take your kids for the three-day holiday? The Ministry of Health and Welfare’s Department of Social and Family Affairs has partnered with 251 public scenic areas and cultural-educational facilities nationwide to offer special deals on Children's Day or during the holiday period. Attractions such as Cingjing Farm, Wuling Farm, and the National Museum of Marine Biology & Aquarium are offering free entry for children under 6 and half-price tickets for those under 12.
Kenting Foam Party Kicks Off for 4 Days – Join Hundreds of Bikini Babes in a Foamy Battle
The 2014 Kenting Spring Music Festival kicks off on the 3rd with “Spring Scream,” while the sexiest and largest themed party event in Taiwan, the “Kenting Foam Party,” will also take place over two consecutive days starting this Friday (the 4th)! Using exclusively imported foam machines to create white foam that rains down rapidly and randomly from high above, it quickly transforms into another dreamy paradise within the music festival.
Yacht Dreams Come True: Free Boarding Experiences at North, Central, and South Carnival Events
To help the public get a closer look at yachting activities, the Ministry of Transportation and Communications’ Maritime and Port Bureau and the Tourism Bureau organized a series of yacht carnival events on April 12, April 26, and May 3 in Tamsui Fisherman’s Wharf, Pingtung Dapeng Bay, and Taichung Wuchi Fishing Port respectively. These events not only allow the public to see the approachable side of yachting but also offer the chance to board a yacht and enjoy the thrill of speeding through the wind, experiencing the joy of yachting tourism.
Celebrate Children’s Day Holiday with Theme Park Deals Across Taiwan
The Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications stated that to ensure both the public and children enjoy a joyful and unforgettable Children’s Festival, theme parks across Taiwan have introduced a variety of promotions, including free or discounted entry for children. To encourage the use of public transportation, there are also special offers for those presenting valid transit tickets upon entry.
Attention！Peach Aviation’s 4-day flash sale starts at midnight — Taipei/Kaohsiung to Osaka from NT$1,880
Peach Aviation announced that from 00:00 on April 4, 2014, Taiwan Time, to 23:59 on April 6, 2014, it will offer discounted one-way international flight tickets. Taipei to Osaka starts from NT$2,280 (originally NT$2,750), and Kaohsiung to Osaka starts from NT$1,880 (originally NT$3,080). The applicable period is from April 14 to June 30 (all prices are exclusive of tax).
Fine Wine with Taipei 101 Night View – Buy One Get One Free Cocktails Exclusively at The Ara Hotel
The Terrace Lobby Bar at The Ara Hotel is launching the “Happy Hour. Drink to Your Heart’s Content” promotion from now until June 30. From 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM daily, enjoy buy one get one free cocktails, with options including whiskey, vodka, and classic cocktails. Selected drinks are all buy one get one free.
Spring Trip to Seville, Spain: Enjoy Flamenco Dancing
The best time to visit Seville is from March to May. During this period, the weather is mild, tourist crowds are not as overwhelming as in the summer holidays, and hotel prices have not yet surged. If you have the time, every spring, Seville hosts the week-long Holy Week (Semana Santa, this year from April 13–19) leading up to Easter Eve, followed by the two-week Seville Fair (this year from May 5–10).
Atayal women showcase “traditional weaving fashion”
Atayal weaving can also be very fashionable！From April 3 to May 18, the Yilan County Government Cultural Affairs Bureau held the “Community Crafts – Atayal Weaving” exhibition at the Luodong Cultural Factory, centered around the theme of combining tradition and modernity. The event invited master artisans Yan Shuzhen and Bai Lieyouming to collaborate on the curation, presenting a series of innovative works that blend old and new elements. The aim is to allow the public to experience a fresh take on traditional techniques through this exhibition and accompanying workshops.
The intertidal ecosystem of Xiao Liuqiu is being trampled and damaged; plans are underway to establish protected areas to limit visitor numbers.
In recent years, Xiao Liuqiu has become a popular holiday destination among the outlying islands. Strolling along the intertidal zones to observe their diverse ecosystems has been a favorite activity for tourists. However, excessive foot traffic has now caused severe damage to the local ecology. The Dapeng Bay National Scenic Area is planning to set up conservation zones in intertidal areas such as Shanfu Fishing Port and Lobster Cave, and will also limit the number of visitors allowed at the same time in the future.
Stand up, phone addicts！Cafés are embracing the standing-only trend
My impression of Taipei’s East District is that it’s bustling—as if time moves faster here. The pace of everything seems to accelerate just to keep up with the rhythm of this area.
Travelers in the city！Harmony Aili’s “Taipei Light Travel” Special Room Offer
You don’t need to plan extensively or travel far—just slow down, and you can embark on your own journey at any time. Harmony Aili Hotel is located in the Xinyi District and houses over 600 pieces of artwork. From now until September 5th, it is launching the “Taipei Light Travel Domestic Guest Stay Package,” offering stays in comfortable rooms for NT$5,900 per night.
Smoking is banned in all scenic areas across Taiwan Beitou Management Office: No smoking zones at Bai Sha Bay or Yehliu
Starting from April, a regulation has been fully implemented across all national parks, national scenic areas, forest recreation areas, and designated scenic spots in Taiwan, prohibiting smoking everywhere except in designated smoking zones. The Beitou Coast and Guanyin Mountain National Scenic Area Administration further announced the day before yesterday that among its sites—including Bai Sha Bay and Yehliu—none have designated smoking areas. Visitors are advised to take note when planning their trips.
The wisteria flowers at Wuling Farm exude a rich and fragrant aroma.
Unlike the solo spotlight of cherry blossoms in February and March, April marks the beginning of a vibrant season where a multitude of flowers bloom in competition. As one of the best spots to enjoy the scenery of all four seasons, Wuling Farm, nearing the end of its cherry blossom season, now sees clusters of wisteria flowers cascading like purple waterfalls and the azalea-like Ma’yinghua flowers—resembling cherry blossoms in appearance—stepping up to steal the show with their stunning display.
A must-visit for cat lovers！Cat-themed meals and cafes to spend a relaxing afternoon with feline friends
A must-visit for cat lovers！Taichung’s Cat Travel Cafe & Light Meals, famous for its super cute 3D latte art and several adorable resident cats！Recently, this cafe has become extremely popular. What’s so special about it? The answer is: cats～cats～cats～This cat-themed cafe is best known for its 3D latte art featuring cats, as well as “meow rice,” “cat paw dumplings,” and cat-shaped cakes...
Experience fruit farming life while staying at a hotel – Grand Formosa Regent offers a "Fruit Picking Joy" accommodation package
Can you experience fruit farming life while staying at a hotel? From April 1 to September 30, 2014, Tainan’s Grand Formosa Regent launched the “Happy Siraya Fruit Picking Joy Accommodation Package.” Stay in an Elegant Double Room for NT$7,599 on weekdays and NT$8,999 on weekends, or book a Deluxe Family Quadruple Room for NT$12,999 on weekdays and NT$14,999 on weekends.
Lunch diners / Top-grade beef fit for Dubai’s royal family, now at 1 Happy Hotpot House at affordable prices
Australian wagyu, typically sold to high-end restaurants in Europe, Dubai, and other premium markets, has long been known for its top safety standards. Premium beef that usually costs thousands can now be enjoyed at a humble hotpot spot in Taiwan for just a few hundred dollars—Up for grabs！