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A balloon dinosaur is chasing me! An adventure kingdom made of 300,000 balloons officially opens
As winter vacation approaches, the National Taiwan Science Education Center today (January 15) has launched a balloon-themed children's amusement park—Balloon Man Adventure. Balloon artists from across Asia and a Guinness World Record-holding balloon master have gathered in Taipei to create a balloon-themed amusement park using over 300,000 balloons. Children and adults alike step into the exhibition hall and transform into balloon characters for a fantastical adventure.
Built in four years of dedication—Sun Moon Lake’s five-star hotel opens with tempting dry and wet springs
After four years of preparation and billions of dollars invested, the Sun Moon Lake Fleurie Grand Hotel officially opened today (15th), with the ribbon-cutting ceremony held at 11:30 AM. The event also featured a cross-dressing performance by Blackface Lin Yushun as an imperial concubine enjoying the hot spring bath, showcasing the hotel’s unique offering of both dry and wet springs.
Hidden Japanese Souvenirs: Locally Limited-Edition Delicacies Promoted in Taiwan
In 2014, Taiwan saw a surge in travel to Japan. According to the latest statistics from Japan’s Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism, the average total spending by Taiwanese travelers in Japan during the first three quarters of last year was around NT$33,000, with shopping accounting for as much as 35%. The Sapporo 'Hokkaido Content Strategy Organization also held its first-ever “Taste Journey – Promotion of Locally Limited-Edition Japanese Specialties” in Taiwan, introducing local brand products to the Taiwanese public.
Cathay Pacific adds 3 more Hong Kong–San Francisco flights; direct service to Boston resumes in May
Cathay Pacific announced that starting June 11 this year, it will add three weekly flights between Hong Kong and San Francisco. The new flights are numbered CX892/893. By then, Cathay Pacific will operate 17 weekly flights to and from San Francisco, providing travelers with more convenient access to the U.S. West Coast.
How to tell China Airlines and V Air apart? Lin Ming-yung: We can fly together!
Lin Ming-yung, Chairman of China Airlines, revealed to the media today that in 2015, China Airlines will increase flight frequencies on existing routes. In addition to confirming additional flights to Chitose, Hokkaido, Japan, regions such as Kyushu and Shikoku are also under consideration. As its low-cost airline, V Air, becomes more established, the company does not rule out jointly operating the same routes with V Air in the future, allowing consumers to choose based on market segmentation.
Even when a cold wave hits, I still crave this！Giant bowl of taro ice
I saw someone share this shop in a group chat. The photo showed this huge bowl of taro ice piled high with toppings, so I decided to bring the whole family out for some ice cream on a weekend. This is a beverage specialty shop tucked away in an alley, offering ice treats, drinks, puddings, and cakes. Even though the weather has turned quite cool, I still really wanted some ice.
A complete guide to 21 theme parks across Taiwan offering Spring Festival holiday discounts — free entry to Sheep zodiac visitors at Leofoo Village Theme Park
According to the "2015 Taiwan Fun Amusement Parks – Happy Year of the Sheep" campaign jointly launched by the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications and major theme parks nationwide, various park-specific events and great-value admission packages will be held during winter vacation, the Chinese New Year, and the 228 consecutive holidays. Among them, Tayal Resort is offering a “buy one get one free” ticket deal, Leofoo Village Theme Park is giving free entry to those born in the Year of the Sheep, and Ocean Park in Yonghe is offering special deals where children with a perfect score of 100 on their exam vouchers can exchange them for discounted park tickets priced at just NT$100.
A romantic flower shop in "Aurora Love" & a cultural café with flexible dining hours
In recent years, coffee shops made famous by movies have sprung up like mushrooms in Taipei’s streets. Pingzi wants to share Long Time Ago Cafe, a cultural and interactive café near Eslite Dunhua, which also served as a filming location for the movie Aurora Love. The handmade creative latte art by the European-French cuisine chef is one of the café’s highlights. The food here is delicious and varied — a must-try that Pingzi highly recommends.
Are you a Facebook celebrity? Invite friends to like your post & stay at Silks Place Taroko for free
Likes can be exchanged for cash! Silks Place Taroko has launched the “Facebook Celebrity Challenge,” using the concept of “likes” as currency. It invites Facebook influencers with over 1,000 friends to leverage their post appeal and exchange the number of “likes” they receive for a discount on a three-day-two-night food and accommodation package.
Just 10 days left: Winter plum blossoms at Taipei Confucius Temple – act fast to catch the bloom!
A recent cold front has caused 10 winter plum trees in front of the Minglun Hall at Taipei Confucius Temple to burst into bloom overnight. The delicate white flowers, exuding a faint fragrance, delicately open against the backdrop of the ancient Confucian temple architecture, creating an elegant and rustic scene — a hidden gem for plum blossom viewing in Taipei. Taipei Confucius Temple notes that due to climate influences, the plum blossom season lasts only about 7 to 10 days. Now is the peak blooming period, and visitors are welcome to seize the opportunity to experience this limited-time winter delight!
60 Japanese universities blatantly "sell credits" — just 30 yuan per credit?
Japanese universities are now riding a wave of "credit selling," where not only can you get a credit for just 30 yuan, but it has also become a limited-time "souvenir" that many college students are crazy about buying.
The island is intoxicated with "Chinese tallow trees" everywhere—golden autumn leaves and birdwatching in Kinmen are at their best
The native plant of Kinmen, the Chinese tallow tree, has recently turned stunningly red due to the large temperature fluctuations. The frost-kissed leaves are breathtakingly beautiful. Along the long stretch of Gaoyang Road, which is densely planted with Chinese tallow trees, now is the perfect time to admire the autumn foliage. The Chinese tallow tree is a deciduous tree species native to Kinmen and is widely distributed across the entire island.
China Airlines' fourth 777-300ER delivered & to operate on New York route in February
China Airlines' fourth new 777-300ER aircraft was handed over on the evening of January 14, 2015, Seattle time, and returned to Taoyuan International Airport in the early morning of January 16. The new aircraft will be put into service on the weekly three-flight New York route starting in February. Since resuming non-stop flights last October, the New York route will now offer a full upgrade in comfort.
The Macao Light Festival kicks off on December 3, featuring three spectacular light shows!
“2017 Macao Light Festival – Love Fills the City, Love on the Road” will be held from December 3 to 31 at multiple scenic spots in Macao, offering a dazzling light and shadow journey filled with love and dreams. Now in its third consecutive year, the Macao Light Festival presents innovative and rich content. In addition to light sculpture performances, decorative light installations, and interactive games, the festival also features a series of activities including light and shadow visual art exhibitions, outdoor local music concerts, outdoor film screenings, and light-themed dinners, along with the launch of light-inspired cultural and creative products.
Chiang Mai Specialties: Silky-Smooth Chicken Feet Congee
The food scene in Chiang Mai’s Old City is incredibly diverse, but this chicken feet congee stall stands out with its amazing broth. The chicken feet are so tender they melt in your mouth—even I, someone who usually avoids chicken feet, was amazed by the flavor.
Read in a homestay—the Shuijinjiu Reading Travel trend is heating up
New Taipei City Public Library stated that the Ruifang Branch has specially partnered with six homestays in Shuijinjiu to deliver books to these accommodations, creating a traveling library that allows visitors to enjoy leisurely reading time during their trips.
An Italian restaurant with a container-industrial style décor, offering pizzas at an affordable price of around 200 NT
I heard that a new Italian pasta shop called 【Yi Lou】 had just opened in the North District. It seems to be somewhat related to Kaohsiung’s Little Yi Lou, but what first caught my attention was its bold, container-industrial style exterior décor.
The World’s “Most Unique” Metro Maps — Is Someone Actually Running on Them?
Metro maps from different countries come in all shapes — some are long and narrow, others twist and turn. The *Washington Post* stripped several urban transit maps down to just their lines and colors, allowing us to see the most basic forms of these metro systems. We’ve picked out some particularly interesting ones for you to guess: which cities do they belong to? Can you recognize them?
Is flying to Iceland first a money-saver? 9 tips for smart and affordable travel in Europe
For the ever-popular travel destination “Europe,” the online knowledge-sharing platform Learnist recently compiled “9 Smart Ways to Travel Europe on a Budget,” offering more ideas for those planning a trip there soon—not only helping you save money but also allowing you to experience authentic local culture.
New routes launched: Tigerair Taiwan recruits 150 more flight attendants
Tigerair Taiwan has been operating since September 26, 2014, and currently has nearly 80 flight attendants. To meet the growing demands of fleet expansion and new route openings, the airline held another large-scale recruitment drive this year. The first round of interviews took place today, January 17, at Tigerair Taiwan’s Songshan campus in Taipei. Nearly 6,000 applicants attended, with around 150 expected to be hired — an acceptance rate of just 2.5%.