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A 500-meter stretch of ice and snow scenery – Japan’s version of the Alps’ Snow Valley
When visiting Toyama Prefecture in Japan, Mount Tateyama is one of the must-see spots, known as Japan’s Alps. After snowfall, the 500-meter-long view is especially spectacular, referred to as the Snow Valley (also called the Great Snow Valley).
Taiwan’s Blue Cave Captivates Japan: Penghu’s Xiji Islet “Stove Cage” Like a Lost Fairyland
If Penghu’s Dongji Islet is known as the “forgotten island,” then its nearby neighbor, Xiji Islet, could be called Penghu’s “lost fairyland.” Last year (2013), Japanese website DDN JAPAN shared a series of stunning photos of the renowned sea erosion cave “Stove Cage” on Xiji Islet, taken by Taiwanese photographer Chen Wan-ru, which amazed Japanese netizens. Many expressed a strong desire to venture there for an adventure. These photos have recently resurfaced online, sparking lively discussions among Taiwanese netizens.
Get prizes while working — earn a monthly salary of NT$100,000 and accommodation vouchers just by planning fun trips!
J. Style Hotel Group has launched a Travel Influencer Application Campaign starting today until July 15. Simply send your island-round-trip itinerary to the designated email address, and J. Style Hotel will select 10 of the most desirable round-the-island travel plans. The top three winners will receive either a five-day-four-night or four-day-three-night stay at J. Style Hotel, plus an ASUS Fonepad 7. Winners ranked 4th to 10th will each receive one accommodation voucher valid at any J. Style Hotel nationwide.
Taipei’s Neishuangxi Nature Center: Empress Hua’s “One-Zhang Red” Hides in a Sea of Lilies
“Just give her a taste of ‘One-Zhang Red’!” The classic line delivered by Empress Hua in the palace drama *Empresses in the Palace* remains vivid in many people’s memories. Among the competing blooms, the hollyhock, draped in a bold red coat, quietly blooms in a sea of lilies at Taipei’s Neishuangxi Nature Center—and it also goes by the alias “One-Zhang Red.”
The Maokong Gondola resumes service on the 20th with a refreshed Kitty-themed cabin
The Taipei Maokong Gondola, which underwent a 15-day annual maintenance, resumes service on the 20th. The revamped Hello Kitty-themed gondola not only looks brand new but also comes with the “Maokong Gondola Round-Trip Value Ticket,” allowing passengers to enjoy an unlimited-distance round trip on the day of issue.
Cloud Gate’s Hidden Hipster Brunch Spot: Small Iron Skillet Scrambled Eggs & Avocado Panini
Lately, I’ve been focusing more on exploring Chiayi and Douliu, especially Douliu, which is very close to the National Freeway 3 interchange. Its strategic value is quite high — when you’re tired from driving, you can just get off the freeway, grab a coffee, and take a break. But coffee alone isn’t enough to fill you up, so I started looking for some decent places to eat.
Breathtaking Post-Rain Sight: A Stunning "Double Rainbow" Spanning Mountains and Sea
A stunning "double rainbow" appeared in Taipei today (19th)! In the afternoon, rain began to fall across various parts of Taipei, and at exactly 5 p.m., netizen “Daily Throw” captured an astonishing double rainbow from Wanli using their mobile phone. The rainbow stretched magnificently from Wanli Beach to Jijin Highway, presenting a flawless and breathtaking view that left everyone in awe.
Check out the hottest summer travel fair meal voucher deals—up to 42% off
The largest summer travel fair of the year kicks off on May 23rd at Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1. As the event draws near, hotels are launching special promotions on meal vouchers. In addition to the renowned buffet chain Sage Restaurant, which has gained fame in recent years, other participating brands include Grand Hyatt and Okura Prestige Taipei, all offering attractive deals. Some even provide discounts as high as 42%, sparking a fierce discount battle in the meal voucher market.
Beef noodles and spare rib rice waft through the cabin—Reair flights add a touch of Taiwanese warmth to in-flight meals
From now until the end of May, China Airlines (Reair) will serve “Happy Spare Rib Rice” in the economy class during lunch and dinner on selected return flights to Taiwan. The meal includes spare ribs glazed with scallion sauce, five-spice minced pork, and freshly stir-fried pickled cabbage—each dish a familiar favorite among locals.
The night market r minced pork rice shop sells out just 8 minutes after opening – the tender texture melts in your mouth without being greasy
This night market r minced pork rice stall has been around for 40 years. The founder, affectionately known as Master Afu, has now passed the torch to the second-generation owner. It’s no exaggeration to say it’s astonishing!! At 3:30 PM – even if it were May Day, a national holiday when everyone is celebrating and on vacation – fifteen minutes before closing, the area in front of the store, across the street, and even inside was packed with people. I thought today they were giving away five free meals with every purchase, or that you could eat a bowl for free. Everyone was practically red-eyed with anticipation, waiting for the moment the shop opened.
Wreckage Forms a Cross – The 9/11 Memorial Museum in the U.S. "Brings You Back to the Scene"
The 9/11 Memorial Museum will officially open to the public on Wednesday, May 21, with unidentified victims' belongings returning once again to the site of the World Trade Center in New York after the terrorist attacks.
Budget airline strikes again: Round-trip flights to Seoul + Sapporo for just NT$10,999
Korean low-cost carrier T'way Air is offering a combo ticket covering Japan and South Korea from May 12 to June 30, including four legs: "Matsuyama–Gimpo" + "Incheon–Sapporo" + "Sapporo–Incheon" + "Gimpo–Matsuyama," priced at a discounted rate of NT$10,999 (before tax).
Alternative selfies featuring only food and scenery — this Singaporean girl looks amazing!
Singaporean girl Melissa Hie, who often travels alone, started posting a series of “food selfies” on Instagram last summer. Holding the most iconic local foods, she takes travel photos at the most famous spots, including Mount Fuji, Big Ben, and London Bridge. It’s incredibly fun and has received a huge response.
Incredible Juice Bar – A Must-Visit When Traveling to Rio de Janeiro!
Vidigal Peixoto, a family member of Polis Sucos operating in areas such as Ipanema in southern Rio de Janeiro, says that when Latin people first arrived here, they were always crazy about the dazzling array of fruits on display in the store. According to Peixoto, his father opened the first juice bar in Rio in 1958, and now with summer approaching, sampling a dazzling variety of blended juices is an absolute must here!
A fairyland on earth！Hong Kong’s version of “Moses Parting the Sea” and “Voice of the Sea” are so stunning they’ll move you to tears
Li Ge from our tour group said that one must visit Hong Kong’s Sai Kung District eight times in a lifetime to see all its beauty, yet I’ve only been twice and am already deeply enchanted. About half an hour to an hour from downtown Tsim Sha Tsui, Sai Kung is one of the top choices for outdoor adventures in Hong Kong, boasting world-class geological landscapes as well as pro-level seascapes. ETtoday News Cloud introduces two select routes here — nature lovers simply can’t miss them！
Dine with a mosque and a seaside sunset—Overhead restaurant offers breathtaking views of landmarks
Have you ever tried dining next to a mosque in Lebanon? We’re not talking about looking up at it—we’re talking about being lifted 64 feet in the air by a crane, dining at eye level with the mosque itself. This creative concept comes from Events in the Sky and these unique dining tables, and who knows, maybe you’ll get the chance to have dinner next to the Eiffel Tower next.
Thailand’s martial law affects tourism; airlines say situation remains to be seen
With the recent political instability in Thailand, the tourism industry has also been affected. Currently, on the website of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs’ Bureau of Consular Affairs, Thailand as a whole is under a yellow alert, but southern Thailand and the border areas near Cambodia are listed as orange alerts. According to Thai Airways, although tourist attractions and airports and other hardware facilities will not be affected, the political environment may also affect tourists' willingness to travel.
Taipei Travel Exhibition: Guam Teams Up with Eight Travel Agencies to Launch Summer Promotions
To embrace the peak summer season, plan a relaxing and rejuvenating island vacation trip. From May 23 to 26 at Taipei World Trade Center Hall 1, the "2014 Taipei International Travel Fair" saw the Guam Visitors Bureau collaborate with eight travel agencies—EZFly, Tianhai, Pacific Islands, Shiyu, Proway, Fanta, Laurel, and Colorful—to offer special Guam Music Festival packages and unbeatable summer itineraries.
The well-known City God Temple rice dumpling shop beloved by Anping locals still retains the tradition of using meat broth as a dipping sauce.
The snack that Xiao Sheng is introducing this time is a local specialty from his hometown, Tainan’s Anping—traditional rice dumplings. Speaking of these traditional rice dumplings, they’ve been around as long as I can remember. My family would occasionally buy them, and whenever we had rice dumplings, it was almost certainly from this shop. So, these traditional rice dumplings are also one of the Anping snacks that grew up with me.
May 23 Taipei International Travel Expo: Free Flights, Free Kids’ Trips & More
From May 23 to May 26, the Taipei International Travel Expo will be held at Hall 1 of the Taipei World Trade Center. Already, many exhibitors have rolled out major promotions to attract summer travelers, such as Five Star Tourism Group offering free trips for children to Kansai and Kyushu in Japan, Canxing Travel providing free entry for kids to the Malaysia-Singapore double park and half-price deals for Korea theme parks—targeting family travelers.