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The Theme Park Popularity Poll Is Out: 50% of Travelers Love Tokyo Disneyland, Universal Studios Ranks Second
As summer approaches, domestic and international theme parks have begun launching various summer promotions and events. With continuously upgraded visual and sensory experiences, the richness of these theme parks is also steadily increasing. Beyond the rides, the parks’ activities, performances, storytelling elements, and even souvenirs are all meticulously designed to create an environment accessible and enjoyable for visitors of all ages.
Flowers Too Beautiful to Eat – June-Only Hydrangea Ice Cream in Kyoto
June is hydrangea season, and the renowned matcha shop Itoh Kyuemon has also launched a limited-edition seasonal item: “Hydrangea Parfait.” The photos look absolutely irresistible. That’s why, during my trip to visit the hydrangeas at Sanmudo Temple in 2013, I made a special detour to Itoh Kyuemon’s main store to try this “Hydrangea Parfait.” Today, I’m going to introduce this seasonal delight to you all.
Traffic control on Brown Highway and Heaven Road in July; non-agricultural vehicles not allowed
The Taitung County Government announced that from July 1 to August 31, traffic control will be implemented in the areas around Brown Highway and Heaven Road, and non-agricultural vehicles will not be permitted to enter. As the region is about to enter its busy farming season with a series of harvesting operations underway, the Taitung County Government stated that to ensure the smooth movement of crops and maintain the natural scenery and quality of tourism in the area, the decision to restrict vehicle access was made after an inspection by the county government, Chihshang Township Office, and the county police bureau.
Xiao Qingyang designs the main visual | The Children's Folk Games Festival invites travelers to "jump" into Yilan
The annual Yilan Children's Folk Games Festival will take place from July 5 to August 24 at the Dongshan River Water Park this year. With the theme of "Jump," the festival has once again invited designer Xiao Qingyang to create the main visual characters. He has transformed the figures from Journey to the West into lively and fun personas, hoping to encourage visitors to break free from conventions and jump into the Children's Folk Games Festival.
Satisfy your curiosity at this Italian gelato specialty store that constantly develops new flavors
Summer is coming. Since the strawberry-flavored ice cream from FamilyMart last winter sold like crazy across Taiwan, many cities and counties have seen an ice cream revolution. This trend has now reached Yilan. This place, Dancing Cream, sells more premium ice cream and soft serve, and their flavor names are quite fun—very much like ABBA song titles!!
Summer Joint Marketing Campaign for Theme Parks – A Compilation of Promotions Across Taiwan
The 2014 Taiwan Good Theme Parks Summer Joint Marketing campaign “Fun Summer, Double the Fun” officially kicked off on June 23. This year, theme parks across Taiwan are featuring the “Double the Fun: Buy One, Get One for a Kid” promotion. Led by Tourism Bureau Director-General Taiwan Oh Bear, mascots from theme parks nationwide are spreading love through charity events, inviting children and adults alike to experience in-depth cultural, scientific, and ecological adventures at three major theme park destinations.
Nearly lost ancient fishing method "Fire-Jumping Fishery" now open for public boat trips
"Fire-Jumping Fishery" is an almost extinct traditional fishing technique, with only four "fire-jumping boats" remaining in Taiwan. To help more people learn about this heritage fishing method, an exhibition event titled "2014 Golden Fire-Jumping Fishery" will be held on the nights of July 5 and 6 at Huanggang Fishing Port. On-site boat tour experiences are available for registration, originally priced at NT$1,500 but offered at a discounted rate of NT$500 per person, limited to 100 participants. This is a rare opportunity—interested individuals can check online for details.
Danny YU’s Teppanyaki Launches Wagyu Trio: Enjoy Japanese, American, and Australian Wagyu in One Meal
Recently, the topic of Wagyu has been heating up in Taiwan. To stay ahead of the competition, Danny & Company—the only teppanyaki restaurant under Chef Danny YU and the founding outlet of the "Godfather" series—has introduced a Wagyu Trio set. Featuring Wagyu from Japan, the U.S., and Australia, this set allows Wagyu enthusiasts to savor three distinct textures in one meal.
HowToTrip: YouBike in Changhua is a huge hit — some riders even cycled all the way to Wenhuo Mountain in Nantou to try pineapple cakes
One month into the trial operation of YouBike in Changhua, Giant Bicycles reported that usage has exceeded expectations. To adapt the bikes to the local terrain, Giant also adjusted the gear systems to make cycling easier. As a result, some users have been known to ride all the way to Wenhuo Mountain, a pineapple cake shop located at the border of Changhua and Nantou mountainous areas, just to buy pineapple cakes.
Yuan Zai is one year old today！ A 15TN-high panda wish lantern will soar in July to celebrate its birthday
Exactly a year ago, "Yuan Zai" was born, sparking a Yuan Zai craze across Taiwan. Videos of the cub dominated TV news and everyone’s Facebook feeds, making it the hottest topic nationwide. In the blink of an eye, a year has passed, and Yuan Zai is now one year old. The New Taipei City Government’s Tourism and Travel Bureau will host a birthday party for the first-year-old panda in Pingxi, sending gifts to Yuan Zai via wish lanterns.
$68 million investment! A century-old former Bank of Taiwan building will be reborn as the Yilan Art Museum in November.
The first art museum in Yilan County is expected to complete construction in September and begin trial operations this November. Yesterday (the 23rd), County Magistrate Lin Congxian visited the site to inspect progress. In the future, the art museum will be divided into two main exhibition areas—“Permanent Exhibitions” and “Special Exhibitions.”
Hidden in a residential area, Guo Family Rice Cake – Fragrant, not greasy, and packed with generous fillings
The Tainan snack that Xiaosheng is introducing this time is Guo Family Rice Cake. The shop is located on Rendong Road in East District. The area is actually a residential neighborhood, quite far from the city center but relatively close to the Rende Interchange. With such a homely storefront, it’s mainly frequented by locals from nearby residences. My home is very close to Guo Family Rice Cake, so I’ve been here several times.
Escape Gringotts on a roller coaster – Universal Studios Florida’s “Diagon Alley” opens in July
It has been confirmed that the second Harry Potter-themed area in the Universal Orlando Resort in Florida, USA—Diagon Alley—will officially open on July 8. Recently, the park’s attractions were unveiled, and the most eye-catching one is Gringotts Bank, with a dragon perched atop its roof. In addition to seeing goblins standing behind the counters, visitors can also ride a roller coaster that takes them on a thrilling escape from the dragon alongside Harry Potter.
What makes Chihshang beautiful? It’s the unobstructed scenery that stretches as far as the eye can see and the roads without a single power pole.
Have you ever had that feeling where the more you look forward to something, the harder it is to touch or describe it? There’s even a bit of self-doubt about whether you can capture that [emotion] accurately enough, so I kept putting off writing about [Brown Highway].
Travel website reveals the most satisfying airlines of 2013: Singapore Airlines tops, EVA Air ranks 6th
Recruit Lifestyle, Japan’s largest travel website operator, recently announced the 2013 ranking of the most satisfying airlines for travelers. Singapore Airlines claimed the top spot for the third consecutive year with a high score of 4.26, while EVA Air also made the list, ranking 6th.
Singapore F1 Speed Tour Itinerary Starting from NT$34,800
To coincide with the arrival of the F1 racing season, domestic travel agencies have also launched a series of package products to attract local motorsport fans to make the pilgrimage. Fuhang Travel has planned two semi-independent tour options: a three-night, four-day trip and a four-night, five-day trip. During the day, travelers can freely arrange visits to famous Singaporean attractions, while in the evening, they can witness the thrilling F1 races. They can even take part in the pre-race practice and qualifying sessions. The tour package starts at NT$34,800.
The world’s only night-time motorsport event – Singapore F1 Grand Prix invites Mayday to perform!
The annual Singapore F1 Night Race is highly anticipated by racing fans worldwide. The 7th edition of the F1 Night Race will take place from September 19 to 21, bringing together drivers and fans from around the globe to experience the thrill and speed of F1 in Singapore. Organizers held a press conference in Taiwan today and announced that this year’s event will feature a special guest performance – Taiwanese pop sensation Mayday will headline at the Singapore F1 Grand Prix.
After 6 years’ hiatus, the Sun Moon Lake Triathlon is back in July; the 10,000-Person Swim will kick off at the end of August
Taiwan’s annual swimming highlight — the Sun Moon Lake 10,000-Person Swim — will break from its usual schedule of taking place on the Sunday before the Mid-Autumn Festival this year and will be held earlier, on August 31. Although the organizers have specially increased the quota to 27,000 participants this year, all slots were filled on the first day of registration on the 23rd.
“Freeze Land” Opens – Experience the “Thrill of Freezing” at Minus 18 Degrees
Tired of the blazing sun and temperatures soaring above 30 degrees? How about experiencing a frozen world at minus 18 degrees? “Freeze Land,” created by ice sculptors from Harbin, opened on June 24. The park features a ski slope over 40 meters long, offering visitors the dual thrill of speed and cold. Other attractions include a bowling alley made of ice bricks, table hockey, and a giant pinball machine — you can exercise to your heart’s content without worrying about sweating buckets.
The ultra-modern capital Reykjavik: enjoy the Blue Lagoon’s geothermal waters while gazing at the Northern Lights
A world-traveling netizen shared his Icelandic travel experience in the "Travel Is So Awesome!" community, describing Iceland as somewhat desolate and melancholic, always carrying a faint sense of sorrow.