Travel
Say goodbye to love locks！ Paris to close the "Love Lock Bridge" from June 1 & remove one million locks
The world-famous Parisian bridge known for love locks, "Pont des Arts," is about to see its love lock culture become history. The Paris City Hall announced that for the safety of the bridge and visitors, the Love Lock Bridge will be closed for one week starting June 1, with all love locks on the bridge to be completely removed.
Asia’s second one yet to come: Japan’s Nagoya “LEGOLAND” to open in spring 2017
Following Disney and Universal Studios, the world-renowned large-scale theme park “LEGOLAND” will also make its way to Japan, with plans to open in Nagoya in spring 2017, becoming the world’s eighth LEGOLAND.
Giant "Trumpet Water Slide" – Dare to Try? Sunway Lagoon Boasts Three World Records
Less than 15 minutes from Kuala Lumpur, Sunway Theme Park (Sunway Lagoon Theme Park) is located within Sunway City in Petaling Jaya and is quite well-known locally. It turns out this park holds three world records: the world’s largest water slide, the world’s largest artificial wave lagoon, and the world’s longest pedestrian suspension bridge. On a hot summer afternoon, immersing yourself in this unique and awe-inspiring theme park always feels like “money well spent.”
Nordic minimalist-style café Must-try “Mr. Slippers” sandwich oozing rich cheese
Many years ago, I briefly lived near Yongchun Station and only remember that area being mostly traditional markets and snack shops—can’t recall seeing any decent independent cafés on the streets back then. Now there is one, right on Songshan Road near the intersection with Zhongxiao East Road.
Is it mandatory to tie up a "Daikyo" (大凶, worst fortune) slip? 6 essential things to know about omikuji in Japan
While visiting Japan’s uniquely distinctive and historically rich shrines and temples, many travelers also draw a fortune slip for divination or buy elaborately designed omamori as talismans or souvenirs. But have you ever wondered how to properly dispose of unwanted omamori or omikuji? Is it necessary to tie up a "Daikyo" slip? Japan Naver has compiled 6 essential facts about omikuji that you should know.
18% off thin-skinned soup dumplings in Kaohsiung! Popular signature beef noodles with tendon
Xiao Hu had been eyeing this “Liu P'i_” across from Costco on Dashun Road for ages. Once, he invited Shari to dine there, but they happened to be closed that day XD It used to specialize in soup dumplings, but recently it’s been pushing its signature beef noodles hard. The menu has plenty of carb-loving options—so much so that Xiao Hu headed straight there on his first day back in Taiwan from Hong Kong. Although eating all the spicy, flavorful food abroad was fun... he still missed Taiwanese cuisine so much～～ And the prices are really affordable too.
Experience a day as a Flying Tigers member—Hualien also offers thrilling high-altitude rappelling and rock climbing!
In Hualien, apart from breathtaking mountain and forest scenery, waterfalls, and streams where you can enjoy adventurous stream tracing, there are also exciting mountain training activities like rock climbing and rappelling. Hongqing Mountain Villa in Shoufeng Township, Hualien County, is equipped with a rock climbing wall, paintball field, and more, making it a great spot to continue your adventure after stream tracing.
That’s very impolite！7 “No-Gos” to Avoid on Japanese Trains
From Shinkansen to subways, trains are one of Japan’s most important modes of transportation. Although eating and drinking aren’t prohibited as they are on Taiwan’s MRT, there are still many train etiquette rules to keep in mind. Japanese Naver has compiled a list of seven no-no behaviors you shouldn’t do inside train cars—be sure to watch out for them when traveling in Japan to avoid causing trouble for others.
Crab House Restaurant in Taichung Serves Only Japanese Cuisine, Delivering High Value with Premium Ingredients
Located on Boma Road in Taichung, Crab House Restaurant boasts an imposing Chinese-style yamen-style facade that often leads passersby to mistake it for a Chinese restaurant. But in fact, it’s a refined kaiseki-style Japanese cuisine spot that also incorporates French culinary touches.
Traditional snacks with the charm of yesteryear: pork ball soup and fluffy sponge cake
The second stop at noon was Ah Shi’s stall, which we had just passed by. It’s located at the entrance of an alley next to South China Road, a stall full of old-time charm. After finishing the pork balls and side dishes, we headed out to the Huwei Street market along Zhongzheng Road. The duck cake we had tried before was still being grilled over charcoal by the roadside. This time, we opted for another long-established sponge cake shop.
New Japan Travel Festival: 20 prefectures and cities including Shizuoka and Kumamoto engage in cultural and culinary exchanges in Taiwan
China Airlines held the "New Japan Travel Festival" at the Expo Dome of the Taipei Flower Expo from June 18 to 21, where 20 second-tier cities from Japan came to Taiwan to promote their regions, offering on-site travel information, cultural experiences, performances, and local cuisine.
Discover century-old Western-style buildings around every corner—Enjoy a delightful "lost in history" tour of Gulangyu’s classic architecture
Arches, reliefs, and round stone pillars—the charm exuded by these old houses rich in Western architectural elements often makes them popular backdrops for photos. If you enjoy admiring these quaint buildings, a visit to Xiamen should definitely include a stroll around Gulangyu.
Lili Zheyuan Launches Discounted Combo Ticket: Book High-Speed Rail Tickets at 25% Off
Lili Zheyuan chain hotels have partnered with the Taiwan High-Speed Rail to launch the “High-Speed Rail Hotel Combo Ticket.” Lili Zheyuan marketing representative Lai Jiaye stated: “The campaign starts accepting room bookings from June 1. By pairing your hotel booking with the high-speed rail combo ticket, you can enjoy a 25% discount on rail fares.” Lili Zheyuan has locations in almost all of Taiwan’s popular scenic areas. Under the “Lili Zheyuan” brand, there are seven hotels: Taipei, Kaohsiung, Hualien, Kenting, Sun Moon Lake, Ri Tan (Sun Lake), and Yue Tan (Moon Lake), offering both business and leisure services.
How to sleep well at the airport? Try the "Boy Scout Mode"
Have you ever taken a red-eye or late-night flight, or been stranded at the airport due to weather conditions? Saving money on a night’s hotel stay is the goal for most travelers who end up sleeping at the airport. But what should you prepare in advance, where is the best place to sleep, and how can you make it comfortable? These preparations actually make a big difference. The website Roadwarriorvoices has compiled “10 Tips for Sleeping Well at the Airport,” which might help in these unavoidable situations.
An incredible value, budget-friendly tempura rice bowl <！Recommended by a Japanese food show: "Kaneko Hannosuke"
The tempura rice bowl at "Kaneko Hannosuke" in Nihonbashi is definitely on the must-eat list for anyone visiting Tokyo, especially after it was featured in a golden legend report—apparently, you have to queue for two hours, wow!! It's crazy how long the line is!! On this trip to Tokyo, thanks to my friends Xiao A and Xiao V, who reminded me not to miss this amazing place.
Local Delicacies in Zhonghe and Yonghe: 3 Hidden Gems for Delicious Beef Noodles
When it comes to beef noodles, Taipei City isn’t the only place with great options. In Zhonghe and Yonghe—areas that once saw an influx of military, government, and educational personnel—there are also plenty of delicious beef noodle shops. Beyond the super-popular Old Huang’s Original Beef Noodles near Dingxi MRT Station, there are many hidden gems tucked away in alleys and lanes, some known only to locals.
Affordable and delicious brunch options！13 types of bagels, omelette sandwiches, and coffee combos
The day starts with a good breakfast—if you eat well in the morning, you’ll feel great all day. Pingzi wants to share with you Positive Light Food Cafe near Taipei’s Songjiang Nanjing MRT Station. Not only can you get a tasty breakfast for under NT$100 here, but the meals are delicious, the coffee is smooth and affordable, and it's highly recommended for friends who love affordable brunches, want to save money, and enjoy coffee. There aren’t many such great spots in Taipei.
Dubai to build 42 ultra-luxury floating suites over the sea! Official: They also plan to restore seahorse habitats
According to the U.S. Huffington Post, a new architectural project was unveiled in March this year at the “Dubai International Boat Show”—the “Floating Seahorse.” These are ultra-luxury floating suites set to be built on the renowned man-made archipelago, “The World Islands,” with completion scheduled for the end of 2016. A total of 42 units have been planned, and investors have already purchased 35 of them.
JR Kyushu’s 4 types of rail passes to increase in price on July 1st, with the highest hike at 18%
With the Japanese yen recently plummeting, traveling to Japan has become a favorite among Taiwanese. However, some of the most popular JR PASSes (rail passes) used by Taiwanese travelers are also seeing price increases. Four types of JR Kyushu rail passes will be raised in price starting July 1st, with the largest increase being an 18% hike for the 3-day Northern Kyushu Area Pass, which was previously 7,200 yen and will rise to 8,500 yen after July 1st.
Have you tried them all? The “20 Must-Try Restaurants” Opened in Taiwan in the First Half of 2015
Taiwan’s food scene was bustling in 2015, whether it was the arrival of Michelin-starred restaurants or the opening of unique dining spots. This non-stop series of feast for both the taste buds and the eyes kept surprising the Taiwanese public. Here’s a list of 20 new restaurants that opened in the first half of 2015—see how many you’ve already tried?