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How to Pack Luggage Efficiently? 5 Professional Guidelines from the TSA
Traveling abroad is exciting, but the thought of packing can give you a headache—who to bring what and what not to? Here are the luggage safety rules from the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) that will bust your packing myths and make customs security checks quicker and smoother.
Taiwanese brunch recommended by locals in Taoyuan: cold noodles and meat sauce spaghetti
When I returned to Taoyuan, I invited my old buddy out for Taiwanese brunch again. He told me about two good noodle shops—one is Huai Zhen Zhan, which serves cold noodles, and the other is an unnamed Xi Shui spaghetti right across from Liufu Baozi on Jianguo Road; they also sell braised pork rice and pork ball soup.
15,000 travel vouchers to be given out; Penghu launches “True Love Sustainable Mug” as follow-up
Penghu launched the “Give 5 FUN Easy” travel voucher on October 1st, and as the 15,000 vouchers are nearly exhausted, the Penghu National Scenic Area Administration has created the “True Love Sustainable Mug” to take over. The mug will be distributed in the same way as the travel vouchers, with one mug available per person.
San Francisco free independent travel package starting at 29,500 NTD plus free flight Jointly launched four major U.S. city packages
United Airlines announced the launch of its exclusive independent travel holiday “United Explore America,” with the first wave covering four major cities: San Francisco, Houston, Chicago, and New York. The package also includes complimentary domestic U.S. flights, allowing travelers to choose the number of nights in two cities based on their itinerary. The flight-and-hotel package for two people, with a minimum stay of four days including one night’s accommodation, starts from 29,500 NTD.
Flight attendants can only wear jeans and polo shirts to class Tigerair Taiwan kicks off its second wave of flight attendant training
Tigerair Taiwan has currently launched routes to Singapore, and will open two new routes to Bangkok and Chiang Mai in Thailand in mid-November. It will continue to expand its route network going forward, and plans to grow its fleet to 12 aircraft within three years as scheduled. In April this year (2014), Tigerair Taiwan recruited flight attendants for the first time, receiving applications from 7,543 candidates — a record-high number of applicants in Taiwan’s aviation industry — with an admission rate of just 1.16%, also setting a record for the lowest acceptance rate.
Rural charm in the city A rare traditional French dessert, the King's Cake, is hidden here
This time, DaKou is taking everyone to Taipei for some delicious food again！Located just a 1–2 minute walk from Exit 1 of Taipei City Hall MRT Station, “Aug.欧格小馆” is tucked away in an alley on Section 1, Keelung Road. Surrounded by greenery and filled with a strong rural atmosphere, the environment makes you feel as if you’ve entered a peaceful paradise. The menu focuses on European, French, and Italian-style home-cooked dishes, paired with French handmade desserts that are simply delightful...
Hefu Ferry Adds Extra Voting Flight on November 28, Coordinating with Taima Ferry to Alleviate Crowd
To facilitate the return of Kinmen compatriots residing in Taiwan for voting, China Shipping Enterprise has added an extra Hefu Ferry flight on November 28. It is expected to coordinate with the existing Taima Ferry schedule, together alleviating the return flow of nearly a thousand people on that day.
China Airlines launches new WeChat check-in service & free flight giveaway through mini-game
There's a way to win free flights！China Airlines has introduced WeChat check-in and e-boarding pass services, adding a new mobile channel beyond the "China Airlines APP". Starting today, the "Departure！Dream Trip" interactive experience game is also live. Follow China Airlines’ Taiwan WeChat account and share the event post for a chance to win a round-trip free flight to any destination in Asia.
Yilan’s Nostalgic and Simple Kanazawa Pork Rice – All Side Dishes Just 10 NT Each!
Although this Kanazawa Pork Rice shop mainly serves national dishes like pork rice and r pork rice, we think what makes it even more special is the English oldies playing here—haha, 70s and 80s English hits paired with traditional pork rice? Now that’s something unique!!!
Yen depreciation trend resurges, fueling Japan travel boom as it nears 113 yen per dollar
The Bank of Japan announced an expansion of its quantitative easing program, prompting the yen to weaken further, approaching the 113 yen per dollar mark on the 3rd. With the yen continuing to depreciate and the Taipei International Travel Fair (ITF) just around the corner, it is expected that trips to Japan for autumn foliage viewing and hot spring experiences will be highly popular.
The signature dish at this beef noodle shop turns out to be sesame sauce noodles—thick sesame paste and fragrant Sichuan peppercorns
On the way through Taipei’s Neihu District, we got hungry, so a colleague mentioned there was a pretty good beef noodle shop run by a friend of his in the area. On a whim, we took the exit and drove straight to Jinhu Road in Neihu to find this 【Lao Deng Authentic Sichuan-Style Beef Noodles】. Taipei is the first and most visited destination for international travelers coming to Taiwan...
Four Taiwanese hotels win 2017 World Luxury Hotel Awards – Tamsui Fullon bags double honors
The World Luxury Hotel Awards, known as the Oscars of the hospitality industry, held its award ceremony at Kulm Hotel St. Moritz in Switzerland in the early hours of December 3 Taiwan time. A total of 180 hotels from 80 countries around the world were honored, including Tamsui Fullon, Liaoxi Laojia, Hualien Yuanlai, and Taipei Mecure in Taiwan. Among them, Tamsui Fullon won both the Luxury Harbor Hotel and Luxury Banquet Hotel awards, making it the only hotel in Taiwan to receive two accolades this year.
Stay in a dream castle, cross 11 U.S. states – Travel around the world for just $300,000!
The 2014 Taipei International Travel Fair (ITF) is coming soon, and Golden Expanding Travel Agency is offering an exclusive “$300,000 Round-the-World Tour” itinerary, making travelers’ dreams of seeing the world and staying in a castle come true. One highlight of this trip is that people from all over the world are welcome, so you may have the chance to travel alongside companions from various countries.
40 "snail army" units are coming！Chiayi’s new photo spot: the Dalin Transfer Station
The snail army is here！Outside the Dalin Transfer Station in Chiayi, there are a variety of colorful snails enjoying the sun and moon on the grass, adding a lively atmosphere to the station's surroundings and attracting many visitors to stop and take photos.
Yunnan’s Traditional Chinese Website Goes Live – Explore Three Golden Routes & Win a Free Trip
Due to its varied terrain and border location, Yunnan boasts diverse climates and cultural environments. To promote local tourism in Yunnan, Liu Ping, Advisor to the People’s Government of Yunnan Province, led a delegation to Taiwan to hold a tourism briefing and launched the Traditional Chinese version of the Yunnan Tourism website. In addition to providing travelers with the latest Yunnan travel information, the launch event also includes an online raffle, with the top prize being a free trip to Yunnan.
Finishing your pho and admiring the power lines — here are 15 things you must do to truly experience Vietnam
Vietnam, a long and narrow country, has historically been influenced by China, France, and the United States. In addition to its rich natural environment, it boasts a diverse array of foreign cultures. The Vietnam National Administration of Tourism and Vietnam Airlines have specially curated a list of “15 Must-Do Experiences in Vietnam” tailored to the preferences of Taiwanese travelers. This guide covers travel styles as well as recommended foods and attractions, helping visitors gain a deeper understanding of Vietnam more quickly.
“Mystery Shopper” Random Test Passed – China Airlines Wins Far Eastern “Five-Star Service Award”
China Airlines today (4th) received the 2014 12th “Far Eastern Five-Star Service Award” from Far Eastern Magazine, retaining its championship title in the international airline category. China Airlines’ In-Flight Service Director Wang Xifang was also honored as the Gold Medal Service Staff of the Year.
TOYOTA Family Day Nationwide Walkathon for Charity – Win One of Five Yaris Cars
The 2014 “TOYOTA Family Day” nationwide tour has officially kicked off with five events across Taiwan. The first event took place on October 26 at Taipei’s Daonan Riverside Park, attracting tens of thousands of car enthusiasts and members of the public to join in this healthy, energetic, and meaningful walkathon. The most anticipated prize draw for the brand-new All New Yaris was won by a lucky young woman.
Hong Kong’s Four Brand DNAs Launch Themed Promotion: Three-Day-Two-Night Packages from NT$7,888 (Tax Included)
The Hong Kong Tourism Board has announced the launch of its new brand promotion theme “My Time For...”, bringing together four distinct brand DNAs of Hong Kong — endless excitement, fascinating contrasts, diverse intensity, and cutting-edge trends. A series of promotional videos will be released to offer travelers an insider’s perspective on experiencing Hong Kong in a way they’ve never seen before. The videos will premiere at the Taipei International Travel Fair on November 7.
Claimed to be the world’s best breakfast—fluffy pancakes that melt in your mouth, and egg, milk, and cheese aromas that fill the air.
bills currently has four restaurants in Japan. Its founder is the renowned Australian chef Bill Granger. I’ll share more about this chef later. During our first Tokyo self-guided trip, I specifically requested to try the pancakes here. Although I’m not particularly interested in desserts, I’ve always wanted to dive deeper into the art of making delicious pancakes...