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A Mini-Trip Along Tainan’s “175 Coffee Highway” – Immerse Yourself in Rural Charm
The 175 Coffee Highway in Dongshan, Tainan, is an industrial corridor featuring hot springs, i* oranges, longan, and coffee, infused with rich local hospitality and countryside appeal. This year, the Siraya National Scenic Area Administration commissioned Elegant Farmer Art Factory to guide the Nanya and Liziyuan communities along the 175 Highway. The goal is to integrate tourism resources, repackage and connect local offerings, and launch the 175 Mini-Trip to allow more visitors to experience the area’s industries and culture.
Established for 62 years！Grand Hotel Taipei’s “Anniversary Online Shopping Season” features dining discounts starting from 31% off
On May 10, Grand Hotel Taipei will celebrate its 62nd anniversary. This year, the hotel has once again launched the “Anniversary Online Shopping Season” campaign, offering discounted accommodation vouchers starting at 37% off at its Kaohsiung branch, combined dining discount vouchers starting at 69% off in Taipei’s Grand Hotel, and 50% off elite standard room vouchers to enjoy newly renovated accommodations.
Lovers of serene greenery will adore this Izu-style ryokan reminiscent of "The Izu Dancer"
"A hot spring inn located in Yunodaira, Izu." Just hearing this description evokes a distinctly charming atmosphere. I believe Yasunari Kawabata must have felt the same, as he once stayed at a ryokan in Yunodaira for four and a half years while writing his renowned masterpiece, *The Izu Dancer*. A little further beyond Yunodaira lies the Amagi Mountain Range, where Kawabata is said to have found endless inspiration.
"Don’t Touch Children’s Heads" — 5 Taboos to Avoid When Traveling in Malaysia
If you're in Malaysia and see an adorable child, resist the urge to touch their head. Huang Yanyan explains that in Islam, the head is considered the seat of the soul, and it must never be touched casually.
Ride a bike for free with us! A low-carbon, in-depth tour of Penghu’s Moses Parting the Sea and Erjia Settlements.
Early spring in Penghu, with warm sunlight shining on every corner of the island. Although the northeastern monsoon is still blowing fiercely, a group of female university students from Tainan used their spring break to embark on an in-depth cycling trip around the island. Planned by the Penghu National Scenic Area Administration and personally guided by the Director-General of the Penghu Cycling Association, the first group of riders was taken on a light cycling journey through the “most beautiful bay in the world”—the Husi Golden Coast Coastal Bicycle Path.
April's Snow White Romance: Hualien’s “Hakka Tung Blossom Festival” Kicks Off on the 12th
The adorable tung blossom season is here again！The “Tung Yan 'Tung Yu ~ 2014 Hakka Tung Blossom Festival” event in Yuli Town, Hualien, from April 12 to April 20, features a series of cultural activities accompanied by snow-white tung blossoms, including concerts, tung blossom hiking tours, and tung blossom lectures.
Dynasty Hotel’s nearly 20 dishes over a thousand NT just for 10 NT
From now until June 30, Taipei Dynasty Hotel is launching the “Spring Little Joys – Magnolia Court Budget Delights” campaign. At the second-floor Magnolia Court Chinese Restaurant, for every thousand NT spent, you can add one dish for just 10 NT. Options include over 20 delicacies such as fermented tofu-stirred water spinach, Shanghai-style fried rice, golden shrimp rolls, and Shaoxing drunken chicken, with new selections updated irregularly each week.
Spring has arrived！A wood duck mom at the zoo takes her ducklings for a swim.
As spring blossoms and flowers bloom, it’s also the breeding season for birds. Recently, the American wood duck area in Taipei Zoo has experienced a “baby boom.” Visitors can see the wood duck mom swimming with her six ducklings in the pond. While “strolling” around, if other ducks come too close, the mother duck will quack as if scolding them to keep their distance — an adorable and endearing sight.
The critically endangered spoon-billed sandpiper spotted again at Cihu Wetland in Kinmen!
Kinmen National Park has been promoting the conservation of waterbird and wetland ecosystems. Since 2012, the spoon-billed sandpiper has been spotted in Cihu Wetland for three consecutive years, indicating that the Cihu ecosystem provides a stable and suitable habitat for various endangered migratory birds during their stopovers.
The giant yellow wooden horse in Sanyi Township has been relocated Participate in Keelung’s Ghost Festival in June
The 6.5-meter-tall yellow “Wobbly Rocking Horse,” which attracted large crowds of visitors during its exhibition in Sanyi Township, Yilan, was only displayed in the flower sea park until March 2 due to the need to accommodate farmers’ spring planting. It is currently “resting” next to the Sanyi Township Office. Now, Keelung City plans to invite the “horse” to take part in the Ghost Festival at the beginning of June, with the exhibition expected to last for two months.
China’s First Passenger Ship: “Lina” Ferry Granted Cross-Strait Direct Sailing License
Currently, only the “China Star” and the “Sea Star” operate direct cross-strait ferry services. Now, Taiwan’s high-speed passenger-cargo ferry — the “Lina” ferry — has officially obtained a direct sailing license. In the future, travelers will be able to take this cruise-style transport vessel from Taipei Harbor to Pingtan Port in Fujian.
Rare thin-skinned, juicy steamed rice balls in Kaohsiung draw long queues
Steamed rice balls are not common in Kaohsiung, and this place makes them by steaming. The outer skin is fairly soft, with just the right thickness. The sauce seems to be homemade, slightly sweet with mashed garlic — it’s quite tasty. The filling is made from minced meat shaped into balls, well-seasoned and flavorful, though the rice skin is a bit on the softer side.
Hundred-Yuan Gift Vending Machine & Custom Letter Workshop: The QM Christmas Village Is Filled with Festive Surprises
Aside from visiting romantic holiday spots, one of the most exciting things about Christmas is exchanging gifts and cards with family and friends in this special season to express your heartfelt thanks as the year comes to a close. When you visit Qianmei in Taichung, besides checking out the Art Museum’s Cosmic Dream, don’t forget to stop by Christmas Village #68 and Christmas Village #1049 to send cards and wrap gifts to send your love.
The Celebrity Mansion is opening its second branch in Tainan Shin Kong Mitsukoshi, with the grand opening scheduled for December 29.
Brands under Han Lai Cuisine have been actively expanding their presence recently. Han Lai Shanghai Soup Dumplings has moved beyond Kaohsiung to set up shop at Zhongyou Department Store, while Han Lai Pavilion has established itself at Taichung Guang San SOGO Department Store. Additionally, Han Lai Cuisine’s imported Hong Kong Michelin-level brand, the Celebrity Mansion, will also expand to Tainan Shin Kong Mitsukoshi, with the opening planned for December 29.
Dongmen Market Celebrates Its 100th Anniversary on April 12th – Food, Fun & Giveaways
The 2014 Taipei Traditional Markets Festival held its final preliminary round at Dongmen Market on April 12th, featuring a variety of fun competitions, as well as centennial celebrations including a one-dollar auction and free food tastings, offering the public an enjoyable weekend experience.
Breathe with Fireflies in the Forest: A Curated Guide to Southern Taiwan’s Firefly Season
Escape the concrete jungle of the city and head into the natural mountains and forests during this vibrant spring season. Enjoy the green hills, clear waters, blue skies, and white clouds during the day, then venture into the forest at night to play with fireflies (known locally as "fire gold aunts") and revel in the rare sight of green lights dancing all around you. Southern Taiwan’s firefly season, which lasts until September, is about to begin right after that.
4 principles for firefly watching: don’t catch, don’t trespass on habitats, don’t use lights, and don’t make noise
The flickering of fireflies at Dongshi Forest Farm officially heralds the arrival of firefly season. However, as people head out to admire these glowing insects, Dongshi Forest Farm reminds everyone to observe four key principles: “do not catch fireflies,” “do not trespass into their habitats,” “do not use lights that disturb them,” and “do not make loud noises.”
Taiwan also has the dry-aged beef that Warren Buffett loves, and even Xiangdu craves its rich soup.
With the Korean drama craze boosting the popularity of Korean cuisine, many Korean restaurants have opened in Tainan. Located opposite the Tainan City Government on Yonghua Road, Dongdaemun Korean BBQ Restaurant is not only the first smoke-free barbecue Korean restaurant in Tainan, but the store also introduced “dry-aged” refrigeration equipment, making premium beef even more tender, juicy, and flavorful, with a hint of nutty aroma. It is said that even billionaire investor Warren Buffett loves this kind of meat.
Have you been there? TripAdvisor Reveals the World’s Top 25 Travel Destinations
The travel website TripAdvisor recently announced its 2014 list of the world’s top 25 travel destinations. Istanbul, Turkey, took the top spot, while Rome and London ranked second and third, respectively.
Personalized Mother’s Day Campaign: Early-Bird Discounts of Up to 15% Off on 5 Cake Options
As mid-April arrives, Mother’s Day is just around the corner. Major hotels and bakeries are rolling out Mother’s Day cakes to capture business opportunities, with some even offering early-bird discounts to attract attention. In recent years, declining birth rates have become increasingly evident, prompting some businesses to introduce small cakes under 4 inches to tap into the smaller household market.