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Paper boat houses set ablaze on water lantern night at Keelung Ghost Festival — massive waves heighten drama
The annual Ghost Month festival held in Keelung, known as the Keelung Ghost Festival, is the most vibrant and bustling annual event in the region. This year’s “2014 Jiayin Keelung Ghost Festival” was presided over by the Lin clan as the chief celebrants. At 7 p.m. on the 9th, a grand street parade kicked off, with the procession stretching approximately 2 kilometers, transforming Keelung into a city that never sleeps. As midnight approached, clans and spectators gathered at Wanghai Alley in Badouzi to release water lanterns, where surging tides and towering waves made the scene especially thrilling.
Travel Journalist Ghost Stories 6 / A Driver Who Died at a Level Crossing, Still Holding His Post
ETtoday Eastday Travel Cloud specially collected accounts from multiple online travel journalists to reveal the ghostly experiences of travel reporters that readers never see before or after the reports. In fact, there’s another profession that often hears about terrifying ghost encounters—that’s drivers, too. The following two real-life ghost stories are heartwarming ones. Let’s continue reading...
New President of Korea Tourism Organization Takes Office: Yeo Ik-soo Says Taiwanese Have Stronger Travel Aspirations Than Others
The Taipei Branch of the Korea Tourism Organization held a farewell and welcome dinner for the outgoing and incoming presidents tonight (11th). Former President Yoo Jin-ho recently stepped down, and new President Yeo Ik-soo will officially assume office on the 15th of this month. The dinner gathered major travel agencies and airlines to celebrate the transition. Yoo Jin-ho retired after a successful three-year tenure, and will be succeeded by Yeo Ik-soo, who previously served as section chief at the Taipei Branch.
Travel Journalist Ghost Story 7 / After Crossing the Bridge on the River Kwai, I Realized She Had Been Following Me All Along
That was about two years ago, but even now, thinking back gives me goosebumps and leaves me feeling uneasy. Two years ago, it happened to coincide with the transition between two jobs. My then-boyfriend and I traveled to Thailand. I don’t remember much about the trip details, except that we visited Thailand’s most famous attraction, the “Bridge on the River Kwai.” Yes, that tourist spot where many people lost their lives.
Coral Reef Hotel’s infinity pool cleared for Popu Lady’s MV shoot in Guam
The girl group Popu Lady released their third album “More” this summer, and the sweet style of their lead love song “Hao Hao” perfectly matched the atmosphere of Guam. The five members traveled all the way to Guam to film music videos and a photobook at various scenic spots. Among them, the Coral Reef Hotel in Guam even cleared out its infinity pool exclusively for Popu Lady to capture the most beautiful poolside views. The scenery and the song complemented each other, filling the filming process with a romantic vibe across Guam.
Weaving the World Through Novels: The 101st "Parallel Worlds Monument" Installed in Taitung
Welcome to Taitung, where you can step into the parallel world created by renowned American artist Eames Demetrios: Kcymaerxthaere. For the past 11 years, Eames has been executing his "Parallel Worlds Monuments" project, breaking up chapters of the novel he wrote and engraving them on stone monuments, which are then installed in various corners of the world. Following its installation in Tainan, the 11th marked the setting of Taiwan’s second Parallel Worlds Monument in Taitung on the 11th.
4-Day, 3-Night Free Trip to Tinian Island – Marianas Visitors Authority Launches Voting Competition
The Marianas Visitors Authority is playing Cupid, offering travelers a free romantic getaway to Tinian Island. The Tinian Island dating contest gives winners the chance to enjoy a 4-day, 3-night island vacation for free. In the first phase from May 23 to June 30, 21 creative teams will be selected. In the second phase, the playoff round from July 7 to August 31, popularity will be put to the test. The team with the highest number of votes will qualify for the finals.
Taiwan’s hot air balloons take to the international stage – Taitung No. 1 flies across the seas with rustic charm
A hot air balloon team from Taitung County Government has been invited for the first time this year to participate in the 31st Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu International Hot Air Balloon Festival in Quebec, Canada, held from August 9 to 1
Understand the MRT Discount Ride Tickets & Travel Taipei More Affordably
For most Taipei residents, the Taipei Metro has become an indispensable part of daily life. In addition to using an EasyCard or purchasing single-journey tickets, the Taipei Metro also offers various discount ride tickets that, if used wisely, can help you save some money.
A cup of coffee and a scoop of ice cream—just like a vacation. Yilan’s super refreshing Italian gelato
A type of Italian gelato has started to gain popularity in Taipei. This Italian-style gelato contains about 8% milk fat, giving it an exceptionally refreshing taste. This trend has recently made its way to Yilan, where Xiaolei (Summer Light) has appeared right next to Yilan’s Kiwi Square. This quaint little shop, with its fresh style, specializes in Italian gelato and coffee. On a hot day, go grab an ice treat and try something new—you’ll be amazed by how incredible their frozen desserts are.
Yiwu Retarding Basin Bicycle Path in Kouhu Completed – Family Fun, Sports, and Nature Experiences
The bicycle path around the Yiwu Retarding Basin in Kouhu Township was completed last August, allowing the public to cycle while observing local wildlife. After two years of construction, the Yiwu Retarding Basin was successfully completed, effectively absorbing heavy rainfall brought by typhoons and freeing the Kouhu and Shuilin areas from the nightmare of flooding. With the completion of the cycling path around the basin, the retarding basin has also become a new spot for recreation and exercise.
Coffee shops are everywhere across Taiwan, but “Reishi Coffee” stands out with its unique charm
After chatting with some Hong Kong friends, I found that they are particularly fond of the tranquil atmosphere and lifestyle design aesthetics of Taiwanese coffee shops. Some mentioned 【Wizard Coffee】 in Taiping, Taichung, while others brought up 【Taigu Coffee】 in East District, Tainan—both are independently styled shops with their own distinctive character, and a common trait is that they’re located away from tourist crowds.
A dream to fulfill in a lifetime！Travel operators launch “2-Day Island-Circling Rail Tour for Just NT$999”
Taiwan is a beautiful treasure island, and many people consider circling the island a lifelong dream. Before the end of summer vacation, a travel operator has launched a packaged tour package, featuring a “2-Day Island-Circling Rail Tour for Just NT$999.” Starting at 10 a.m. on the 11th and running for five consecutive days, the offer aims to capture the travel market among young people in the late summer.
No Successor Found: HowToTrip’s 20-Year-Old Char Siu Shop Tai Hing to Close at Year-End
Taipei’s Yongkang Street area has long been a foodie hotspot and a must-visit destination for international tourists. On Yongkang Street near Jinhua Street sits a 20-year-old Hong Kong-style char siu shop called “Tai Hing Char Siu.” Recently, the shop posted a notice stating that it will only operate until December 30 of this year. The main reasons are the owner’s advanced age and the inability to find a successor, leading owner Chen Jiancheng to decide to close up shop.
"Real-Life Monopoly Race" Kicks Off – Winners Get Free Trip to Italy!
A real-life version of Monopoly – are you up for the challenge? Taiwanese five-star hotel operators have organized a Monopoly-themed event. After more than a month of preliminary selections, the seed team consisting of Patrick and Kiwebaby from the TV show "College Students No More," along with seven teams from Taiwan and mainland China, started their adventure today (12th) at Taipei’s Regent Taipei Hotel. They rolled the dice to begin their journey exploring Taiwan.
Should flights operate during typhoons? Civil Aviation Authority revises adverse weather takeoff and landing standards
The Civil Aviation Authority emphasized that it will re-examine takeoff and landing standards during thunderstorms and typhoons; according to international standards, although airport aprons may halt operations due to thunderstorms, airports can still remain open as long as visibility meets regulations. The standards for takeoffs and landings during thunderstorms will be reviewed again with industry stakeholders.
Jun Ji-hyun appointed as “Korea Tourism Ambassador,” looks stunning in a sleek purple dress
Korean actress Jun Ji-hyun has been invited to serve as the “Honorary Tourism Ambassador of Korea.” She attended the inauguration ceremony at the Korea Tourism Organization this morning (the 12th), donning a purple-blue form-fitting dress that showcased her iconic charm. Jun expressed that she is honored to be part of promoting Korean tourism and hopes to introduce the country’s beauty, warmth, and refinement to the world.
Bumblebee reports for duty！Joining Optimus Prime as the guardian deities of Tainan’s Wen Heng Temple
Do you remember how in June, ETtoday EBC News Cloud reported on a life-sized Optimus Prime model appearing at Tainan’s Longqi Wen Heng Temple? Now Bumblebee has also moved in, making the two look like the temple’s left and right guardians. In addition to the Transformers, Wen Heng Temple in Longqi, Tainan, also houses four life-sized Iron Man models—truly a paradise for model enthusiasts.
Hear the call of the grasslands and deserts? Autumn is the perfect time to travel to Mongolia
“The sky is vast, the wilderness boundless; when the wind blows low, cattle and sheep appear.” Does this familiar line of poetry instantly bring to mind Mongolia’s endless green steppes? Autumn each year brings cool, dry weather, making it the best season to visit Mongolia. The magnificent desert landscapes and sunlit grasslands give Mongolia a unique charm that blends grandeur with tenderness.
Taiwan’s only one！Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village awarded 2 stars by the Michelin Guide
First Taiwanese theme park selected for the Michelin Green Guide！Located in Sun Moon Lake, Formosan Aboriginal Culture Village has recently been rated as a 2-star recommended attraction, while the Sun Moon Lake Ropeway has also received 2 stars, and the view of Sun Moon Lake from the ropeway has been honored with an even more prestigious 3 stars！