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Tainan’s new landmark “Chimei Museum” opens on New Year’s Day and is extremely popular—January bookings sell out instantly
During the four-day New Year’s holiday, Tainan’s new landmark, the Chimei Museum’s new building, officially opened to the public on the 1st. However, if you want to enter the museum, without an online reservation in advance, you may have to line up and take your chances on-site, as the daily quota of 4,325 visitors was fully booked through reservations as early as December 2014—before the museum even opened—for the entire month of January. Reservations for February, starting from January 1, were also fully booked within just two days, with weekends and Spring Festival holidays filling up immediately as well.
Hot springs are dirtier than you think! Five hygiene blind spots in Japan travel that are easy to overlook
With the depreciation of the Japanese yen, many people booked their flights two or three months in advance, ready to head to Japan to soak in hot springs in the freezing cold, then enjoy a delicious meal afterward! But when traveling to Japan in winter, you need to be even more careful about taking care of your health. According to a report by U.S. media outlet HuffPost titled “
New Facility at Huis Ten Bosch Japan: Is “Chocolate” the Only Ticket In?
Fukuoka’s “Huis Ten Bosch,” known for its dazzling night light displays created by millions of colorful bulbs, now has a new attraction—a chocolate-themed “Chocolat Baron Hall.” Here, you’ll need to use a chocolate tablet as your entry ticket, try on chocolate-inspired gowns, and even turn on the faucet to get flowing chocolate cocoa.
A Heartwarming Vegan Eatery Donates 10% of Revenue to Help Stray Animals
What a loving place this is — promoting animal rights, supporting LGBTQ+ equality, caring about social justice, and donating 10% of revenue to help stray animals... Eating here feels like being wrapped in light. No wonder both the owners and the customers are such lovely people (no exaggeration).
Snow Viewing Season Begins at Hehuan Mountain – Temporary Medical Station Set Up at Parking Lot Until March
The snow viewing season at Hehuan Mountain has arrived, attracting large crowds of tourists during the New Year holiday. To ensure public safety, Nantou County Government has set up a medical station at Kunyang Parking Lot from now until March 1, providing frontline emergency medical services for visitors.
The more you chew, the sweeter it gets — Tainan’s flavorful milkfish thick soup paired with rice noodles and regular noodles for an even better taste
When it comes to street food, aside from Taipei, Tainan is arguably the most popular. Mentioning Tainan street food immediately brings to mind “Guohua Street” and “Bao’an Street.” Xiaohu has wandered and eaten around these two streets many times, and there was one place I passed by numerous times but never dared to go in — this is “A Feng Floating Milkfish Thick Soup.”
Direct flights to the best island in the Philippines – Puerto Princesa, Palawan. Check out 8 must-visit attractions first!
When people think of the Philippines, they usually think of Boracay, Manila, Cebu, or Bohol. But now you absolutely can’t miss – Palawan. Known as the “last frontier of the Philippines,” Palawan was voted the world’s best island by readers of Condé Nast Traveler magazine in 2014, putting it back in the international spotlight. Taiwanese travelers are also starting to discover this mysterious archipelago.
The holiday is over！ Two additional high-speed rail trains with all non-reserved seats have been added to transport commuters heading home.
The New Year’s Day holiday ends today (the 4th), and to handle the large volume of travelers, the high-speed rail announced that starting at 2:24 p.m. today, two additional all non-reserved seat northbound trains will be added in an effort to get every passenger home.
What if you have no home? Once in despair after Typhoon Morakot, the Laiji Tribe rose up with the help of wild boars
“We have to stand up on our own efforts before anyone will notice us.” Nestled in the Alishan mountains, the Laiji Tribe is a dreamland discovered by the Tsou people while tracking wild boars. From the mountainous community of Jimei, one can also see the complete form of the sacred Tsou mountain, “Mount Tata.” However, during the typhoon five years ago, a mudslide swept away some houses in the village and destroyed the lives of most residents. After years of hard work, the Laiji Tribe is now ready.
A must-try yudofu (tofu hot pot) in Kyoto – enjoy the pure taste of tofu in a simple kelp broth
Perhaps it’s because Kyoto Prefecture is rich in local produce and blessed with excellent water that such a simple yet ultimate delicacy exists!! Sometimes, simplicity is a form of power and also a skill; there are various types of tofu in Kyoto, but "yudofu" is absolutely not to be missed.
All my grievances have been healed up by kindness!! Macau-based Illustrator: I really want to hug a Kyoto girl and cry
Everyone has different feelings about traveling. A Macau-based illustrator named Yuan Zhiwei believes that among the many travel books, one of Japan’s travel “attractions” that is rarely mentioned is the service attitude of the Japanese people. Therefore, Yuan Zhiwei decided to put his creative talents to use and created an adorable illustration titled “If I Could, I’d Really Want to Hug a Kyoto Girl and Cry My Heart Out,” inspired by his own experiences in Japan.
Dizzy before even drinking? This slanted bar in the UK is too much for even the best drinkers
After partying with friends and drinking a lot at the bar, have you ever felt like the place was tilting? Well, there’s actually a bar in the UK that is “genuinely” leaning to one side!
Travel Along Bridges: 2015’s Top 10 Must-Visit Beautiful Bridges Across Taiwan
When traveling abroad, aside from castles and other architectural landmarks, many regions’ iconic sights are actually historic bridges. But did you know? Taiwan also boasts several uniquely beautiful bridges well worth a visit. This time, we’ve specially compiled a list of ten stunning bridges across Taiwan, from north to south. Next time you’re introducing Taiwan’s scenic beauty to foreign friends, be sure to take them to see these special Taiwanese bridges. Let’s go on a journey—following the bridges.
A Korean BBQ restaurant from the United States makes its official debut in Taiwan — open 24 hours non-stop
The American Korean BBQ restaurant "Honey Pig" is entering Taiwan, with its first branch set to officially open on January 8th in Taipei's Xinyi District. In addition to serving authentic Korean BBQ, Honey Pig’s biggest highlight is that its cast-iron grills and seasonings are all "imported directly from South Korea." To maintain quality, founder Micky, the head chef, and other key staff members—totaling 10 people—will be stationed in Taiwan long-term, returning to the U.S. only once operations are running smoothly.
Double occupancy at the hotel & free drive of a BMW million-dollar sports car
Staying at a hotel while traveling and also getting to drive a new BMW sports car? Taroko Jing Ying Hotel has partnered with AVIS Car Rental to launch the “BMW Roam the Canyon Stay Package,” offering a BMW 3 Series Gran Turismo diesel model. Simply take a train to Hualien, pick up the car at the rental location near the train station, and you’re ready to drive this premium vehicle on your trip.
A "World's Best Job" with a Weekly Salary of 60,000 – Applications Now Open for the Marianas Tourism Ambassador
A free week-long trip abroad plus a 60,000 salary? In 2014, the Marianas Tourism Board launched the ultimate internship program, "Marianas Intern," featuring fun-filled work responsibilities and a weekly paycheck of 60,000, attracting nearly 400 enthusiastic applicants. This year, the organizers are back with the "Attack of the Marianas – Tourism Ambassador Selection," which officially kicks off today.
Civil Aviation Administration cuts fuel surcharge International flight tickets save NT$322–836
The Civil Aviation Administration approved a reduction in domestic airline fuel surcharges on the 5th. Starting January 11, travelers can enjoy savings of NT$322 to NT$836 when purchasing tickets. Industry insiders believe that as DIY travel in Taiwan grows increasingly popular, individuals buying only flight tickets will benefit the most from the drop in oil prices. However, local low-cost carriers Tigerair Taiwan and V Air do not charge fuel surcharges on their fares, so their ticket prices remain unaffected.
A Lover’s Sanctuary: Shodoshima, Strolling Happily Along the Angel Road
The Setouchi Triennale is a prominent international art festival in Japan that has garnered significant attention in recent years. Held once every three years, this art event has not only left behind numerous valuable artworks on the islands of the Seto Inland Sea but has also indirectly breathed new life into once-declining remote islands. With more young people choosing to stay, and fresh energy injected into these communities, the scattered islands across the Seto Inland Sea resemble dazzling pearls scattered across the sea.
The whole city is my power bank – Kaohsiung installs phone charging stations at 14 bus stops
With smartphones becoming increasingly popular, the Kaohsiung City Government’s Department of Transportation has installed 14 free USB phone charging devices at selected transit hubs and bus stops, allowing commuters to charge their phones while waiting.
Authentic Tainan sweet-and-sour flavor – generous portions of thick, hearty eel snacks
This should be my eleventh record of conquering eel pasta in Tainan, but it remains the musings of an amateur food critic. Think back to when I first tried the authentic stir-fried eel at Dongmencheng – I didn’t dare eat eel at all. Just like how my friends react every time I recommend it: “Eel is so dark and long, the shape looks terrifying.”