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Keelung Bus Route 788 Detours via National Museum of Marine Science and Technology – Travel from Keelung All the Way to Northeast Coast
Starting today, travelers heading to the National Museum of Marine Science and Technology in Keelung have a new option. The areas around Ruifang’s Shueinand Jinguangjiu (Shuei-Gold-Jiu) region are now fully connected with the museum, as some trips of Keelung Bus’ “Route 788 Keelung–Jinguashi” will detour via Xinfeng Street and stop at the museum beginning August 1. This enables visitors to enjoy both mountain and seaside attractions along the way.
Providing accommodation for disaster victims and relief workers – Complete list of 48 hotels in Kaohsiung
The Kaohsiung Hotel Association has launched a care initiative for the gas explosion disaster area. A total of 48 hotels, including Yusu, Kangqiao, Zongxin, Jingjing Holidays, Huaxiang Business Travel, Jiufu, Hanpin, Hanwang, Humanitarian International, and Zunlong, responded together on August 1st by offering accommodation to disaster victims and relief workers to help them get through this critical rescue period.
Global "Pipe Hotels" Vary Greatly: Some Have Two Floors and Even Suspended Dining Pods
Tainan’s "Pipe Hotel" is finally set to officially open this Sunday, much to the excitement of netizens. Abroad, the pipe hotel concept—often compared to Japan’s capsule hotels—has been around for years. There’s no need to pitch a tent yourself; just bring your toiletries and clothes, and you can easily immerse yourself in nature. Below are some well-known "pipe hotels" located around the world.
Stay in an 80-year-old wooden house！ A luxury brand “Andante安棠德” created by The Ambassador Hotel
The “Andante Restaurant” located in the Hualien Cultural and Creative Park is where The Ambassador Hotel combines local natural ingredients to present European-style cuisine with local characteristics. The Ambassador Hotel has renovated the over 80-year-old Japanese-style wooden house area within the Hualien Cultural and Creative Park, preserving the main building structure while adding garden landscaping, transforming it into 13 independent wooden houses. Together with the restaurant, it has made a fresh debut under the brand “Andante安棠德”.
Early bird discount pre-sale period for high-speed rail extended by 3 days Discounts available for tickets booked up to 5 days in advance
Although high-speed rail is fast and convenient, the fares are not exactly cheap. Many people take advantage of the early bird discounts offered by the railway company. Starting September 1, the pre-sale window for early bird tickets will be adjusted from 8 to 28 days before the travel date (inclusive) to 5 to 28 days before the travel date (inclusive)—that’s an extra 3 days for advance booking, giving travelers more flexibility in planning their trips. Passengers can start pre-booking tickets from midnight on August 5, making it easy to arrange high-speed rail journeys.
Where to go for Qixi Festival? Discover the new romantic spots at Taipei’s Rainbow Bridge and Dadaocheng Wharf
This year’s Qixi Festival falls on a Saturday, giving couples the chance to enjoy sweet moments from morning till night. Both sides of the bridge feature various love-themed installations, such as the beautiful “Next Stop: Happiness” bus stop sign, a couple’s stone bench shaped like the word “FOREVER,” the red curved Rainbow Bridge, and the phrase “I Love You” written in 12 languages on the ground—see how many your partner can pronounce.
Exclusive Visit to the Mansions of Cheon Song-yi and Do Min-jun, Reliving Iconic Scenes from Korean Dramas
In early June, a friend sent me a news article, and my heart immediately started screaming!!! Oh my God!! The South Korean SBS TV network had specially curated an [I Am Not a Robot Special Exhibition] at the newly opened Dongdaemun Design Plaza (DDP) in Seoul, fully recreating the drama’s filming sets and props—allowing fans to immerse themselves in the love story of Do Min-jun and Cheon Song-yi.
The tastes of literati? The surprisingly salty snacks of Hangzhou’s Hefang Street
My childhood impression of mainland China came from the TV show “Exploring the Mainland” and Aunt Xiong’s soothing yet sleep-inducing narration. Five years ago, I set foot on the mainland for the first time, visiting Chengdu and Jiuzhaigou. The spicy flavors of each dish left a deep impression, but I was also amazed by the speed and scale of urban development—even though that year, I unfortunately found myself in the middle of the Sichuan earthquake.
A-Piao’s Experience / In the Windless Xinhai Tunnel, My Helmet Shook on Its Own
When it comes to Taipei’s Xinhai Tunnel, it can be considered one of the most famous locations for paranormal incidents in all of Taiwan. Whether it’s the nearby Second Funeral Parlor or the sudden and rapid drop in temperature upon entering the tunnel, both contribute to the mysterious aura surrounding Xinhai Tunnel.
Extra love boost: Grand Hi Lai Hotel in Kaohsiung offers 50 free rooms to explosion victims until the 7th
The third day of the Kaohsiung gas explosion has seen many residents in disaster areas still without homes. Local hotels have been opening their rooms for free these past few days to provide temporary shelter where people can wash up and rest. To help more affected families, Grand Hi Lai Hotel will continue offering free accommodation from August 3rd to 7th, increasing the daily number of free rooms from 20 to 50.
The inspiration behind the epic masterpiece *The Lord of the Rings*, Oxford’s “Tolkien Tree,” to be cut down
The epic fantasy adventure *The Lord of the Rings* by British fantasy literature master J.R.R. Tolkien remains widely celebrated to this day. The inspiration for the story — an old black pine tree in the University of Oxford Botanic Garden — has also become a must-visit pilgrimage site for *Lord of the Rings* fans touring the university. However, it has now been reported that this highly commemorative tree will be cut down.
Starting June 6, the Puyuma Express will add "super non-stop trains" that go directly to Taitung without any intermediate stops
Since the Puyuma Express officially began service, it has significantly reduced travel time between Taipei and Taitung. Coupled with the peak summer travel season, the demand from commuters and tourists has been overwhelming, leaving seats in short supply. In response, Taiwan Railways has decided to not only increase the number of trains starting June 6 but also introduce "super non-stop trains" that make no intermediate stops, taking passengers directly to Taitung.
Don’t rush off after finishing the taiyaki—mix the leftover sauce with the broth for an unexpectedly delicious treat.
I deliberately checked my previous post, 【Following Shu Guozhi’s Snack Hunt #77】【Da’an Station Eats】The Dumpling Delight, which was published on May 5th. That means I haven’t followed the footsteps of Shu Guozhi, known as the “Godfather of Snacks,” for nearly three months. The main reasons I haven’t tracked, eaten, or written about his recommendations are, first, I’ve been genuinely busy with all sorts of miscellaneous tasks, and second, the information I currently have about him is either about places outside Taipei or shops that don’t particularly interest me.
Taitung’s “Dawu Golden Needle Flower Festival” Begins – Vast Golden Seas of Flowers Paint the Mountain Slopes
The annual Golden Needle Flower Festival in Dawu Township, Taitung County, has officially kicked off today ! Golden yellow flowers are swaying in the mountain breeze. Currently, golden needle flowers at altitudes above 1,200 meters have gradually begun to bloom. Take advantage of the summer vacation and head to Dawu, known as the “Land of the Rising Sun,” for a memorable flower viewing trip on Golden Needle Mountain.
Immerse Yourself in Nature’s “Forest” Breath – 8 Astonishing Treehouses Around the World That Will Make You Go “Wow!”
When watching movies, we often notice that kids abroad seem to have their own treehouses—like secret hideouts where they can nap, enjoy the view, and forget about homework and parental nagging. These treehouses aren’t just figments of movies or fairy tales; they exist all over the world as dream-inspired structures that bring people closer to nature and help them embrace their dreams.
Ebola Outbreak Intensifies — Orange Travel Alerts Issued for Three West African Countries
As the Ebola outbreak in West Africa continues to worsen, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has announced that, starting immediately, the travel alert level for Guinea, Sierra Leone, and Liberia has been raised to "Orange Alert," advising the public to avoid non-essential travel to these areas.
Nightly Exclusive: The Stunning Reflection of Yanagawa’s Kintai Bridge – Quiet, Less Crowded, and Perfect for a Leisurely Appreciation
It’s rare to visit Yanagawa to see the Kintai Bridge—wouldn’t it be a shame to only enjoy it during the day? Following the previous post about the bridge’s daytime scenery, this time we’ll take you through the night view and the riverside night market. There’s no toll to cross the bridge at night, but there’s a sign on the shutter gate asking visitors to insert coins themselves.
Pedestrian Zone Launches in Taipei’s Gongguan Commercial District – Walking and Cycling Only on Weekends and Holidays
The Taipei City Department of Transportation announced that the Gongguan Commercial District has launched the “Gongguan Slow Movement/Pedestrian Zone” starting today, with traffic controls in place every Saturday, Sunday, Mid-Autumn Festival, and National Day from 12 noon to 10 PM. In the future, when visitors come to shop or enjoy street food in Gongguan, they will only be able to enter five specific sections on foot or by bicycle. The department believes this adjustment will create a high-quality pedestrian space and enhance the development of the commercial area, with some merchants stating it will not affect their business.
Fabrication or Fact? The Chilling Legends of Taiwan’s Top Three Haunted Houses
The seventh lunar month is arguably the most unique time of year. Various folk taboos and urban legends take on an especially vivid and eerie quality during Ghost Month. To satisfy the curiosity of thrill-seekers, ETtoday News Cloud has compiled a list of Taiwan’s “most famous,” “most expensive,” and “largest” haunted houses, inviting readers to explore these spine-chilling sites.
Travel Journalist Ghost Story 3 / Six-Star Bangkok Hotel Room, Desk Lamp Suddenly Turned On
The job of a travel journalist may seem full of fun, but it actually requires strong independence, a willingness to try new things, and frequent experiences of staying in various hotels alone and visiting bizarre locations—naturally encountering many XXXX incidents. This "Ghost Month when the Gates of Hell Open," ETtoday E Travel Cloud specially gathered multiple online travel journalists to unveil the ghostly encounters that readers never see before and after reporting—belonging to travel journalists' supernatural experiences!