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Wu Liu Shou’s skewers venture into the grilled meat scene – Owner: Wanting customers to enjoy high-CP grilled meat
Fans of skewers must have heard of the “Wu Liu Shou” skewer shop. After solidifying its place in the skewer market, owner Zeng Weiren has now entered the grilled meat market, opening “Wu Sang Yakitori” near the intersection of Civic Boulevard and Fuxing South Road. Most of the meat used is Australian wagyu grade 9+, aiming to offer high-quality yet affordable grilled meat to customers, giving them great value for money.
Nearly 60% hike！Take the Kaohsiung ferry to Cijin — full fare now NT$25 starting today
Taking the ferry to Cijin in Kaohsiung is about to get more expensive！Starting today, the full fare for the ferry from Kaohsiung has risen from the original NT$15 to NT$25, while the student fare is now NT$20. Users of the EasyCard can enjoy a 20% discount.
The Gongliao Ocean Music Festival kicks off on July 24 – enjoy rock music and take a mini-trip
This year, the New Taipei City Government, in collaboration with the Northeast and Yilan Coast National Scenic Area Administration and other organizations, has jointly developed a new tourism plan. The package includes visiting the Fulong International Sand Sculpture Art Festival to admire sand sculptures, attending the Ocean Music Festival, and participating in mini-travel packages.
Celebrating 128 Years of Taiwan Railways: Pingtung and Fongshan Stations Release Limited-Edition Commemorative Ticket Sets (3,000 Available)
June 9th is the birthday of Taiwan Railways, which is now 128 years old. To celebrate the 128th Railway Day, stations across the network have planned a series of events. Among them, Pingtung and Fongshan stations are jointly issuing 3,000 sets of the “Remembering Pingtung and Fongshan” commemorative ticket sets, which went on sale on June 6th. While celebrating, these sets also pay tribute to the old Fongshan Station building that has since been demolished.
The Taste of Tainan Hometown: It's Not Just Flavor, But Also Memories in a Bowl of Pan-Fried Spaghetti
Tainan has a wide variety of street snacks, and pan-fried spaghetti is one of the more classic local delicacies. In particular, I (Dakou) am a huge fan of pan-fried spaghetti—I’d love to try every version in Tainan all at once if I could. Recently, a local friend offered to take me to “Xiao Dou Dou,” a place serving the local flavor they’ve enjoyed since childhood.
Celebrate Railway Day with free rides on vintage trains and the CT273 steam locomotive
To mark the 128th anniversary of Railway Day on June 9, Taiwan Railways Administration (TRA) stations have planned a series of celebratory events. On June 7, the Taichung Operations Section will operate the “2015 Glorious Return: A One-Day Cruise-Style Train Tour along the Mountain and Sea Lines.” The Taitung Station will run a special “Glorious Nostalgia Train,” while the Hualien Station will offer a complimentary CT273 Steam Locomotive Dream Train ride for select passengers. Other activities include railway and model train exhibitions to celebrate TRA’s birthday.
9 hair-raising things that can happen at the airport — how many have you experienced?
Unexpected incidents can happen while traveling, and I’d say about 20% of them occur at the airport. Everyone gets careless sometimes, and it’s enough to make you break out in a cold sweat before your trip even begins. Have you ever had any of these 9 scary experiences?
Frozen Comes to Hong Kong Disneyland & China Airlines Gives Away Flight + Park Tickets
Frozen Comes to Hong Kong Disneyland as a national airline launches a flash event on the same day. From June 11 to August 30, Hong Kong Disneyland is proudly presenting the “Frozen” Snow Town, allowing families to experience a magical icy world during the hot summer. Guests can meet Queen Elsa, Princess Anna, Kristoff, and the adorable Olaf in person, attracting many travelers to book their summer trips early.
Placing seashells and riding electric scooters – 7 fun experiences in Green Island’s low-carbon tourism
Green Island has been promoting “low-carbon tourism” for many years. Local businesses have jointly launched the “Green Island Low-Carbon Eco-Tourism” program, offering a three-day, two-night itinerary to take visitors on a slow tour of the island. Through various eco-friendly practices—such as diving without fishing, participating in marine conservation initiatives, bringing your own utensils and water bottles, riding electric bicycles or scooters, and carrying your own toiletries and towels—tourists can explore Green Island in an environmentally conscious way.
The 76-year-old "Guest House" opens its second floor to the public for the first time—Come to Guanshan and explore historic buildings
Do you remember the 76-year-old "Guest House" in front of the Guanshan Railway Station in Taitung County? Recently, the Guanshan Township Office has been hosting a Guanshan market event centered around historic buildings, aiming to let visitors experience the charm of Guanshan through heritage building tours and local markets. Among them, the Guest House is opening its first and second floors to the public for the first time, giving more people a chance to learn about these remnants of a bygone era.
Welcome Summer: Pashatina Launches Mango Pastries, The House Boutique Hotel Serves Fruit-Infused Dishes
As the hot summer approaches and the sweet mango season arrives, The House Boutique Hotel’s La Farfalla Italian Restaurant has specially incorporated refreshing fruit flavors, while Pashatina Bakery has introduced a variety of pastries made with the season’s beloved Irwin mangoes. At the Pier-2 Warehouse Restaurant, two limited-edition frozen treats—the mango sorbet and mango sundae—are now available.
Never tip in Japan！15 Travel Taboos & Customs to Know in Countries Around the World
Adapting to local customs and being a sensible traveler is very important！Business Insider conducted a survey on the topic of "travel etiquette" on the Quora website, where netizens from around the world answered online what “you should never do when traveling to the area.” The original article was written for Americans, and below are the key points of adapting to local customs emphasized repeatedly in 15 countries around the world.
First grilled to remove bones, then steamed and grilled again — A4 HowToTrip’s Kensukeya eel rice is delicious and bone-free
Fukuzenya, Kensukeya, Kyotoya, and Hamamatsuya are known as Taipei’s four most popular eel restaurants. Among them, Kensukeya is the only one that has expanded into a department store. Although it has moved out of the alleys, the Kensukeya at Shin Kong Mitsukoshi A4 still insists on offering the same taste as its flagship store, hoping to let more people enjoy delicious eel rice. Chef Ryu says that every weekend, you can see parents bringing their children to eat eel rice — a scene rarely seen at the original location.
Summer fun is here!\nTravelers entering Hong Kong from June 15 can win a million-dollar trip
Attention travelers planning to visit Hong Kong!\nTaking advantage of the summer travel boom, the Hong Kong Tourism Board is launching promotional activities from June 15 to August 31, 2015. Upon arrival in Hong Kong, travelers can participate in a lucky draw, and upon departure, they may even win the "Millionaire’s Tour of Hong Kong" for a premium experience and services. They’ll also receive around NT$200,000 in credit card spending money. Xu Wei-ni, Director of the Hong Kong Tourism Board, stated that based on the number of Taiwanese visitors to Hong Kong each year, the chances of winning are extremely high.
World’s Largest A380 Singapore Airlines National Day Special Livery – Sticker Area Equals 9 Badminton Courts
To celebrate the 50th anniversary of Singapore’s founding, Singapore Airlines will unveil two specially painted A380 aircraft, featuring giant Singapore national flag designs on their fuselages. The first and second A380 commemorative livery planes will take to the skies in early June and July 2015, respectively. The special liveries will remain until the end of 2015, during which time the aircraft will operate on routes between Singapore and Beijing, Hong Kong, London, Mumbai, New Delhi, Shanghai, Sydney, and Zurich.
A leisurely afternoon — the delightful pleasure of a pour-over coffee
This coffee shop was introduced by HowToTrip. There was a couple sitting by the window, and this time I visited the place nearby. The American guy next to me had just returned from the U.S., and the coffee here gave off a very foreign vibe. This is also the first time I discovered this spot.
Far East Café Launches Seafood YEAH Event, Featuring King Crab Legs and Icelandic Cod
Starting every Tuesday evening in June, Far East’s buffet restaurant Café will launch the “Seafood YEAH!” event, featuring king crab legs, snow crabs, grilled oysters, Icelandic cod, Norwegian salmon, and other ingredients. The menu includes a variety of seafood dishes in Chinese, Western, Japanese, and Indian styles, priced at NT$1,990 per person.
South Korea’s MERS outbreak escalates; tourism industry laments: peak season has arrived, but travelers are canceling tours
In response to the MERS outbreak in South Korea, the Centers for Disease Control has raised the travel alert level for Seoul to Level 2 (Alert – enhanced precautions recommended), while the rest of the country remains at Level 1 (Watch – general preventive measures advised).
Buffets now offer "Starlight Prices" – 25% off at Pin Hua Yuan after 8 PM
Theme parks have starlight tickets, but who knew buffets have "Starlight Prices" too? Starting in June and running until the end of August, Pin Hua Yuan has innovatively launched the "Starlight Night Bites" late-bird promotion. Diners who enter after 8 PM on weekdays can enjoy a 25% discount, and each table can also send a representative to play dice with the waitstaff – the winner gets a 50% discount for their entire table (maximum 12 people per table).
The Dragon God Arrives for the Party – The Sanyi Cloud Fire Dragon Festival Kicks Off on June 4!
With the approaching birthday of the God of Agriculture, the Sanyi Cloud Fire Dragon Festival, one of the Twelve Major Hakka Festivals in Miaoli County, is set to take place from June 4 to 8. The event combines temple fair traditions such as inviting the dragon, welcoming the dragon, and dotting the dragon’s eyes with ceremonies, along with events like the Drunken Dragon Creative Competition and the Sacred Dart Throwing Contest. There will also be four Hakka thanksgiving opera performances on the 12th and 13th. For more activities, check the official website.