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Have you ever been taken by a "Dudu car" to buy gems? Beware of these 10 common “travel scams”
When traveling abroad on vacation, language barriers and a relaxed state of mind can often make you an easy target. *80 Travel Scams Around the World* is a highly practical travel book that compiles various scam scenarios travelers are likely to encounter. This article selects the 10 most frequently encountered ones—be sure to stay vigilant on your next trip and don’t fall for them again.
A feast for the senses from around the world — the 2015 Tainan International Drum Festival will be held from the 1st to the 5th of the Lunar New Year
The “2015 Tainan International Drum Festival,” a Lunar New Year event at the Shihgu Cultural and Creative Park, will present a five-day (from the 1st on February 19 to the 5th on February 23) drum performance extravaganza filled with festive cheer. Highlights include a tiger-themed ceremonial drum float parade on the first day, street performances, drumming competitions, and culminating in a grand closing ceremony featuring six groups performing together on the gear-shaped stage of the outdoor cultural theater. Early-bird buyers of daytime presale tickets can enjoy great discounts — don’t miss out!
Top-secret Northern, Central, and Southern holiday attractions recommended this Spring Festival season. Private travel groups go public!
Every year during the Spring Festival holidays, popular tourist spots are packed to the brim—you spend hours just getting there, only to be crammed shoulder to shoulder once you arrive. Recently, many private themed app groups have been circulating online, with the most popular ones focusing on travel discussions in different regions. Here’s a compilation of lesser-known holiday attractions in the North, Central, and South recommended by users in these groups. Friends who haven’t planned their festive travels yet, check this out ASAP!
From ordering to getting your change — make your own meal with your own hands at Neihu Jue Lu Café
Speaking of Jue Lu Café, most friends living in Neihu probably know about it already — it’s practically a local legend. The other day, Meiji suddenly told Old K that Jue Lu Café was opening a new branch. So Old K checked out their fan page and saw they’d be opening a new location on Sunshine Street in Neihu on New Year’s Day 2015. But since Meiji was heading to Kaohsiung for the holiday, Old K and his sister came by yesterday (January 2nd)!
Recommended Table Wines for Reunion Dinners During Chinese New Year – Late Harvest White Sweet Wine from Chile
Here’s my recent experience pairing sea bass seafood with white sweet wine. I’d like to recommend an affordable and great-value white sweet wine that you can easily find at supermarkets. It’s perfect as a table wine, a dining wine, and also a popular dessert wine in Europe used to conclude meals.
2015 Taipei Lantern Festival’s “Crystal Lovers’ Bridge” Dazzles – Take a Look at the Traffic Control Zone First
The annual Taipei Lantern Festival is back again. The Taipei City Department of Transportation has announced that the “2015 Taipei Lantern Festival” will kick off on the 27th at the Taipei Expo’s Yuanshan Park. Due to the large crowds that gather during previous years' lantern displays, multiple traffic control measures will be implemented around the festival area this year to prevent congestion.
No need to scramble for reservations at midnight anymore！ RAW has moved its reservation opening time to noon
Reservations for restaurants opened by André Chiang have always been fully booked since their launch, and many people stayed up all night waiting to grab a spot online the moment it hit 12:00. However, the reservation rules changed on February 13—the opening time is now moved to 12:00 noon for bookings within the next 14 days (for example: at 12:00 noon on February 13, you can book for February 26). This way, no more all-nighters are needed！
HONEY PIG closes for two days during the Spring Festival Only open until 2 PM on New Year’s Eve
The 24-hour Korean BBQ restaurant HONEY PIG will still be closed during the Lunar New Year holiday period. On New Year’s Eve, it will only be open until 2 PM, with the last order taken at 1 PM. The restaurant will be closed on February 19 and 20, and will reopen at 12 PM on February 21.
The Ultimate Guide to Midnight Snacks at Zhongyuan Night Market: 10 Hidden Gems for a Foodie Feast
So, although Daku is a true-blue Taoyuan local, he’s a huge fan of the night markets in Zhongying District — simply because the density of delicious street food is just off the charts there. One day after a meal with his high school friends Xiaoming, Xiaoyu, and Abao, the conversation naturally led to planning a trip to Zhongyuan Night Market. Everyone pulled out their personal must-eat lists, ready to indulge big time. Xiaoming and Xiaoyu, a married couple, actually live near the night market and have exceptionally high standards and discerning palates when it comes to street eats.
A Light Trip to Tainan by Bus: Enjoy Flowers by Day and Lanterns by Night
Visit Tainan during the Spring Festival this year. The Tainan Flower Festival, Yuze Harbor Lantern Festival, and Yanshui Beehive Fireworks — three major events — can all be reached by taking the Tainan City Bus Brown Line. During the lantern festival, the Zong Line also extends its service hours until 10 PM. Travelers are encouraged to use public transportation in Greater Tainan to enjoy a smooth trip without traffic jams.
Guanyin Mountain unveils a "treehouse viewpoint" offering panoramic views of the northern coastline's mountains and sea
Did you ever dream of having a treehouse hidden high up in the woods as your secret base when you were a child? The North Coast and Guanyin Mountain National Scenic Area Administration has recently taken advantage of the terrain to build a "treehouse viewpoint," fulfilling the childhood dreams of many while also providing sweeping views of the winding coastline and mountainous landscapes of the northern coast.
Giving red envelopes to welcome the Year of the Sheep – Star Cruises brings the God of Wealth to visit a nursing home
Following their Christmas visit to cancer-stricken children at Sabah’s Likas Hospital, employees of Star Cruises’ SuperStar Aquarius once again joined members of the Sabah Hoteliers Association on February 12, 2015, to visit the staff and residents of Sri Pritchard Nursing Home in Sabah, celebrating the Lunar New Year of the Sheep with them in advance.
29 schools open for camping during Spring Festival — Pingtung County Government: Please take all trash away with you
Campus camping has become another choice and experience for overnight stays while traveling. To promote the scenic beauty of schools within the county and nearby attractions, as well as to provide accommodation options for travelers during the Spring Festival, the Pingtung County Government is once again opening up school grounds for camping activities this year. A total of 29 schools will be open during the Spring Festival period for travelers who have plans to go out — those interested can check them out.
Combining British-style afternoon tea presentation — a hot pot you can enjoy all by yourself!
Taiwan is perfect for hot pot all year round. In summer, eating hot pot helps sweat out the chill from air-conditioned spaces, while in winter, it’s the ultimate weapon for keeping warm!!! This time, I visited Hong Jiu Jiu Individual Hot Pot, which uses an ancient Sichuan secret recipe for its numbing-spicy broth — mildly spicy, pleasantly so. To be precise, it’s more numbing than spicy, making it ideal for enjoyment in any season. Plus, the setup of the restaurant is perfect even for solo dining!!!!
Travel Alert for Taitung During Chinese New Year: No Vehicles Allowed on Beilang Boulevard, Traffic Control in Zhiben Hot Spring Area
As Lunar New Year approaches, to manage the influx of visitors during the holiday and the upcoming 228 Peace Memorial Day long weekend, traffic control measures will be implemented at Taitung’s popular attractions — Beilang Boulevard and Zhiben Hot Spring Area. The public is advised to pay close attention to the controlled road sections and timings to avoid delays caused by detours.
A short trip for Chinese New Year! Five themed travel routes in New Taipei City featuring hot springs and prayers for blessings
New Taipei City relaxes and unwinds to welcome Chinese New Year! The New Taipei City Government Tourism and Travel Bureau has specially planned the “Five Blessings Bring Prosperity” five travel routes, allowing the public to easily explore various themed attractions in New Taipei City and celebrate the New Year joyfully!
Are king-size beds fake, and are there never enough power outlets? Hotels have their hidden downsides too.
Traveling abroad is always exciting, as everything in a foreign country offers new experiences. When you return to your hotel at night, it’s generally clean and the air conditioning is strong enough—but somehow, even in what seems like a comfortable space, things just feel a bit off. It wasn’t until later that I remembered the last hotel I stayed at during an overseas trip was the same way. What’s going on?
Happiness Restaurant Poll: Itamae, Chaumont, and Goldener III Malt Crowned as Champions
The food website “OpenRice Taiwan” conducted a Happiness Restaurant poll, in which 40,000 netizens and bloggers voted. Itamae was awarded the top spot for the Most Family-Friendly Happiness Restaurant, while Chaumont New Champs-Élysées Teppanyaki and Goldener III Malt took the titles for the Most Suitable for Couples and Friends, respectively.
Mini Travel Adventure in the Old Streets of Fucheng Town ! Stroll Through Historic Architecture & Discover Trendy Youth Shops in a New Light
After being revitalized by a new generation of creative young artisans, the old streets of Fucheng Town have regained their former charm, showcasing a blend of history and artistic beauty. This Spring Festival, take a trip to the Fucheng old town district and embark on a time-traveling adventure together.
The 513 Spring Couplets Bus is back on the road again this year—will traditional culture disappear if we can no longer buy red paper couplets in the future?
The 513 bus, which runs between Fu Jen Catholic University and National Taiwan University Hospital Station, has been covered in red spring couplets from today (the 17th) onward. Passengers may notice this festive makeover. This is the fifth year that the “1la1” club, founded by Liao [name] — a graduate of Fu Jen Catholic University in New Taipei City — has transformed buses into “Spring Couplets Buses” just before Chinese New Year. This year, even young people from Taiwan’s diplomatic allies Nauru, Tuvalu, and the Marshall Islands have joined in the activity.