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Tokyo Disneyland Launches Drawing Classes to Teach Visitors How to Sketch Iconic Cartoon Characters
The fairy-tale world created by Disney is the most beautiful dream of both children and adults in their childhood. If just watching isn’t enough, Tokyo Disneyland has introduced the “Disney Drawing Classroom,” where you can master the techniques under the guidance of staff and draw these adorable Disney characters.
Breaking News / Anti-China Riots Injure Thousands, Vietnam Tourism Authority Sends Letter to Taiwan: Please Keep Visiting
Anti-China riots broke out in Vietnam last night (13th), with reports of Taiwanese-owned factories being vandalized in areas such as Binh Duong and Dong Nai, even affecting the willingness of Taiwanese travelers to visit Vietnam. In response, Nguyen Van Tuan, Director General of Vietnam’s National Administration of Tourism, rarely issued a letter to Taiwan’s Tourism Bureau Director Xie Weijun. The letter stated, “Vietnam has sovereignty over the South China Sea, but we deeply apologize for the actions of some protesters in industrial zones. We urge everyone to continue traveling to Vietnam in groups.”
Forbidden ways to eat eggs: undercooked, leftover, and heating with soy milk can all be dangerous
There are many ways to prepare eggs, including fried eggs, benedict eggs, scrambled eggs, and some people even add eggs to piping hot soy milk to boost nutrition. Others claim that eating raw eggs is more nutritious. However, these practices not only offer no benefits but may also lead to various infections. In fact, the French Health and Prevention Agency has even warned citizens against eating raw eggs due to the risk of salmonella. Aside from undercooked eggs, what other forbidden ways of eating eggs are there? Find out everything this time around!
10 Unique Creative Blocks Taichung Cultural and Creative Exhibition Begins Its Tour
The "Fun Ten – Taichung’s Top 10 Cultural and Creative Blocks Exhibition," which received an enthusiastic response from both domestic and international visitors last year, is set to go on tour again this year. To help more people get to know the city's top ten creative districts, the exhibition will kick off on Tuesday, May 13th, at the Huludun Cultural Center in Fengyuan District, and then continue on to Taiping, Dali, Qingshui, and Wufeng Districts. With storytelling as its curatorial theme, the exhibition showcases the unique creative lifestyles and atmospheres of 10 districts in Taichung City.
Vietnam unrest affects tourism industry Locals ask: 'Are North and South Vietnam at war?'
The anti-Chinese actions in Binh Duong and Dong Nai, Vietnam, have hurt not only Taiwanese businesses but also, most innocently, the tourism industry. Hong Yi Travel Agency, which has been handling business and tourism matters for Taiwanese enterprises across the Indochina Peninsula for many years, pointed out that the agency alone received numerous cancellation calls today (14th), with over 100 people scrapping their trips. Some travelers even called to ask, "Is there a war between North and South Vietnam?" The travel agency expressed deep frustration over the situation.
Vietnamese anti-China riots prompt Taiwanese businessmen to rush home; EVA Air: Additional flights depend on Ministry of Foreign Affairs' needs
Anti-China riots broke out in Vietnam’s southern Binh Duong and Dong Nai regions, affecting local Taiwanese businesses, prompting many Taiwanese expatriate families to urgently return to Taiwan. China Airlines announced this morning (14th) that it will deploy larger aircraft for Taipei–Ho Chi Minh City flights and increase seating capacity by 99 seats. EVA Air stated that there are still available seats on flights from Vietnam to Taiwan on the 15th, so there are currently no plans to add flights or use larger aircraft. However, EVA Air will fully cooperate if the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has such a need.
The wind blows as if golden rain is falling — the Cassia fistula flower season in Tainan has begun
Every late May to early June is the beautiful season when Cassia fistula flowers are in full bloom in Tainan. Golden clusters of the blossoms hang throughout many urban and suburban areas of Tainan City, decorating the city exquisitely and dazzlingly, transforming it into a radiant little golden city.
Singapore Sale Event Kicks Off in Late May – Hotel Bookings Start at 30% Off
This year’s “Singapore Sale” will be held grandly from May 30 to July 27, attracting travelers from around the world who will flock to Singapore for two months of shopping sprees. In response to this shopping wave, international hotel booking websites have launched accommodation deals to help travelers shop to their heart’s content. The event features enticing discounts on everything from food and cosmetics to jewelry — something to look forward to.
Taitung Hot Air Balloon Free Flights All Year Round; Hualien and Sun Moon Lake Events to Launch in July
The annual "2014 Taiwan International Hot Air Balloon Fiesta" will kick off first in Luye, Taitung, starting May 30th. In addition to the return of the Black Knight hot air balloon, the organizers have announced that the "Hot Air Balloon Free Flight" experience will begin on June 14th and continue for a full year. Meanwhile, events such as the "Hualien Soaring Season" hot air balloon activities and the Sun Moon Lake Hot Air Balloon Park will also launch successively during the summer vacation.
Newly Opened Dreamy Pink Dessert Shop in Yunlin – Lemon Tart with Subtle Osmanthus Fragrance
“Tian Tian French Pastry” is located in Douliu, Yunlin. It’s a newly opened French pastry shop as of November 21 (Wednesday). The head chef holds a Le Cordon Bleu certification, which drew attention even before the opening... Every time I return from abroad, I take the opportunity to bring Little Cherry back to my hometown for a few days. Lately, my annoying "vertigo" has flared up again, making me feel physically and mentally unwell, so I’ve retreated back to my hometown with Little Cherry... My best friend said, “Go have some dessert—it’ll make you feel better!” So I drove over with Sister Xuan and Little Cherry to stroll around Douliu. We originally wanted to have some round ice but changed our minds and ended up at this “Tian Tian French Pastry”...
Add whatever fillings you like—make your own zongzi and enjoy the fun of making them together as a family.
Do you know how to make glutinous rice dumplings (zongzi)??? Modern life has become so convenient that you can buy steaming hot zongzi at convenience stores anytime, so few people bother to make them around the Dragon Boat Festival anymore. Located in the Lize Industrial Park in Yilan, a special zongzi-making event will be held on Saturday mornings from 10:00 to 12:00 on May 10, May 17, May 24, and May 31, 2014. Want to bring your kids along to experience the process of making zongzi? You can even steam and eat them right after making them. Come check it out!!
Vietnamese Taiwanese business owners risked their lives pleading for help from the public security bureau, only to be met with: "The situation is beyond control."
"Even after we took down our Chinese signs, they kept looting!" Mr. Chen, a Taiwanese businessman in Vietnam, reasonably speculated that the protesters might have already scouted the locations of various factories and identified their targets. As for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' suggestion to "display Taiwan signage or the national flag," Mr. Chen scoffed: "It's clueless and naive—the government has no grasp of the actual situation on the ground!"
Regal Tourism Group releases nearly 200 job openings; enjoy meal vouchers and accommodation discounts at interviews
Regal Tourism Group has gathered its subsidiaries including The Westin Taipei Regent, Regent Taipei, Leofoo Village Theme Park, and Grace Manor to launch a large-scale professional recruitment drive on May 25–26 from 13:00 to 19:00. The event will be held on the third floor of The Westin Taipei Regent, with approximately 150–180 positions available.
Labor shortage? Mandarin Oriental Taipei set to open on the 18th still hiring for 40 positions
The “six-star” Mandarin Oriental Taipei has confirmed its opening date as May 18, targeting the top-tier clientele with a total of 256 rooms and 47 suites. Online bookings are now available, with listed rates ranging from a minimum of NT$16,500 to NT$56,000 per night, setting a new price high for luxury hotels in Taipei. However, special opening promotions are available until September 7, with the cheapest rate at around NT$11,000 per night.
"Queen of Architecture" Designs Dubai’s Newest Hotel – Every Room Features Designer Furniture
Dubai is arguably a paradise for architects in the world — any out-of-the-box idea, even ones you haven’t imagined, can probably be found here. The exterior of the latest hotel building joining the skyline competition has been unveiled. Do you think Dubai has made a breakthrough this time?
Do Min-jun, Xi (Note: This appears to be a stylized reference to the character Do Min-jun from the Korean drama "My Love from the Star" and the Chinese internet meme "Xi") ! Korea Tourism Organization’s Kaohsiung Travel Fair promotes the “Stars Filming
With the Korean drama “My Love from the Star” gaining popularity in Taiwan, a “Stars” craze has swept across the island. From May 16 to 19 at the Kaohsiung International Travel Fair, the Korea Tourism Organization has gathered travel agencies to offer a variety of travel packages to Korea. Whether you want to visit the filming spots of Do Min-jun and Cheon Song-yi from “My Love from the Star”...
Featuring over 10,000 on-site artifacts, the 9/11 Memorial Museum in the U.S. opens on the 15th
The 9/11 Memorial Museum, which took eight years to prepare, officially opened on the 15th. The museum houses over 10,000 artifacts from the 9/11 site, 20,000 images, 1,970 hours of oral history, and 500 hours of video footage. For the first six days after opening, the museum will be open 24 hours a day but only accessible to 9/11 survivors, families of victims, rescue workers, and residents of Lower Manhattan. It will open to the public from the 21st onward, with admission priced at $24 (approximately NT$720).
"Real-Life Monopoly" Tour of Taiwan to Compete for a Trip to Italy
The name "real-life Monopoly" game alone is captivating enough. The Yunlang Tourism Group, in collaboration with the TV show "College Students Talk" and a mainland Chinese travel website, invites global travelers aged 18 and above to explore major attractions across Taiwan and stay at nine of its hotels by rolling dice. The first to complete all tasks and return to the Taipei Regent Taipei Hotel will win an exclusive six-night stay at the group’s Santa Vittoria Relais & Châteaux and L'AND Vineyards in Italy, plus round-trip airfare.
The Happiness Train is departing！Yilan’s “mobile cinema” rolls into 12 townships
Take a movie trip this weekend！The Yilan County Government’s Cultural Affairs Bureau has recently launched a “mobile” cinema initiative, bringing film art to the grassroots by traveling deep into 12 townships. This program is called the “Happiness Train Mobile Cinema.”
Malaysia Tourism Year Celebrates Nationwide – 5 Days, 4 Nights for Just 20,000 Yen!
The “2014 Kaohsiung International Travel Fair” will be held from the 16th to the 19th. The Malaysian Tourism Board, together with travel agencies, is offering an exceptionally attractive package allowing you to explore Kuala Lumpur, Malacca, and Putrajaya for less than 20,000 yen.