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2015 Hualien Adventure Season - 3D Children's Day Opens with Flyboy Fei's Light Aircraft Flight Over the Venue
The annual "2015 Hualien Adventure Season – 3D Children's Day" event in Hualien County’s Fenglin Technology Park officially kicked off on July 4. In addition to the launch of larger and upgraded 3D water-play facilities and 18 themed pavilions of the 3D Environmental Education Theme Park, the event also featured opening performances by local Hualien band JAD and stunt kite flyers. There was also an aerial show by light aircraft, and most notably, entertainer extraordinaire Chang Fei was part of the light aircraft fleet, piloting his own plane as it soared over the venue.
Rich brown sugar syrup with a variety of toppings—this classic-style popular shaved ice shop near Jianzhong!
After finishing the Lin family’s dry noodles, we slowly walked over to Jianzhong Black Sugar Shaved Ice. The two spots are really close—both on Quanzhou Street, just 24 house numbers apart XD Their color scheme is super vibrant, bright red and all—and the toppings are right there in the fridge by the door, with big signs so you can pick whatever you want.
The Seaside Bathing Beach Transforms into a Cute Wonderland: Qiding New Paradise Opens on the 4th!
Located in Zhunan Township, Miaoli County, the Qiding Coastal Recreation Area made its grand debut on the 4th. It is now managed by VAST Art International and has been relaunched under the new name “Qiding New Paradise.” The park offers barbecues and camping, accommodation, dining, international art performances, and has added a cute animal zone.
Get soaked at Leofoo Waterpark & ride the waves of Okinawa — plus get a round-trip flight to Okinawa for free
Leofoo Waterpark is taking you to Okinawa this summer ! In addition to launching a cooling-off price of NT$599 (original price NT$899) and discounted tickets for just NT$399 after 1 PM, it has also introduced Okinawan food, fun, shopping and entertainment, recreated five popular Okinawan attractions within the park, launched the summer-exclusive performance “Shisa Festival Show,” and is even giving away round-trip flights to Okinawa !
Kids' exclusive play area available here!
A minimalist-style Korean cuisine spot under 100 RMB per dish
It’s rare to have personal time during the three-day holiday—you can sleep in and head out well-rested. PoPoPo Hotpot Korean Cuisine has been around for about two years. We once passed by thinking it was just another brunch spot like the neighboring Fong Sheng Kitchen, but turns out, it’s genuinely a Korean food restaurant. The interior design shows unique creativity, and we believe it’s worth introducing to everyone.
New Director Appointed at East Coast National Scenic Area Administration: Lin Xinren Aims to Internationalize Events
The East Coast National Scenic Area Administration under the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications held a handover ceremony for the new and former directors on the afternoon of the 3rd. Under the supervision of Tourism Bureau Director Xie Weijun, Deputy Director and Acting Director Lin Weiling handed over the official seal to the new Director Lin Xinren. The ceremony invited distinguished guests from various sectors and was successfully completed.
Could the bamboo leaves in Guan Yu’s painting actually be a poem? The stone-carved words in the painting seem like a mystery to solve, just like in Detective Conan
At first glance, the few bamboo stalks before your eyes appear to be nothing more than an ink-rubbing painting accompanied by poetic verses. But the more you look, the more something seems off: why are some bamboo leaves sparse while others dense, and why do they grow at such peculiar angles? It turns out this bamboo painting actually conceals a five-character quatrain hidden within it.
The Yilan Children's Fun Festival Opens for 4 Days with Water Slides Transformed into Flying Airships
The “2015 Yilan International Children’s Folklore and Folkgame Festival” kicked off on July 4th, featuring a joint performance of “Let’s Dance Together – Soaring through the Dreams of Youth” led by musician Matthew Lien along with outstanding domestic and international teams. The event was inaugurated by Yilan County Magistrate Lin Tsong-shyan, Father Michel Jacques who helped internationalize the festival, former Premier Yu Shyi-kun, as well as performers from both home and abroad, ushering in a summer extravaganza from July 4 to August 23.
The most beautiful underground wonder: Romania’s “Salt Mine Museum” 120 meters below ground
Salina Turda is a historic and massive salt mine located in Turda, Romania’s second-largest city. This salt pit has existed since ancient times, spanning the Middle Ages and continuing all the way to the early 20th century.
Wearing a mask can prevent disease and also save you from embarrassment — 13 handy little tips to make red-eye flights more comfortable
With Peach Aviation launching red-eye flights between Taipei and Haneda Airport, in addition, Taiwanese low-cost carriers Tigerair Taiwan and V Air also plan to operate red-eye flights on the Taipei–Haneda route. Therefore, ETtoday News Cloud has specially compiled a number of tips and tricks for flying on red-eye flights that can help passengers feel more comfortable during the flight and get off to a pleasant start at their destination more quickly.
Inheriting the legacy of the old shop: Yunlin’s classic-style fresh milk and rock sugar lotus seed soup
After finishing our meal at Ichiro, just across the street no more than ten meters away, we spotted a light in the darkness—“Shengwen… oh no, it’s Shenglin, right?” Once again, a regret from my previous visit to Beigang was about to be remedied. I’d long heard about their delicious lotus seed soup, so I hurried over to try it~
Summer-only event！Yilan’s “Taipingshan Forest Recreation Area” opens early for sunrise viewing
If you want to watch the sunrise, it’s not only possible at Alishan. The Taipingshan National Forest Recreation Area in Yilan has announced that, to allow visitors to enjoy a unique sunrise experience during the summer vacation, it will open its gates daily at 3:30 a.m. for sunrise viewing from now until August 31.
What to eat in Macau? Affordable buffet pizza and pasta to your heart's content
Every time I visit Macau, eating pork chop buns and Portuguese egg tarts has become a must-do, but now there's gradually one more thing—having buffet. It's because there are many hotels in Macau, and most of them offer high-quality buffets, creating healthy competition. For the same quality, buffets in Macau are about 20% cheaper than those in Hong Kong.
Traveling to Pingxi just got more expensive！Taiwan Railways’ “Three Major Branch Line” One-Day Passes Increase in Price Starting the 15th
Taiwan Railways branch line one-day passes are going up in price！Taiwan Railways announced that starting the 15th, branch line section fares will be implemented, along with an adjustment of the prices for branch line one-day passes. Among them, the “Shen’ao and Pingxi Double Branch Line One-Day Pass” sees the highest increase, rising from the original 64 NT dollars to 80 NT dollars.
Does Paying the Bills Make You the Boss? 10 Offending Behaviors First-Time Travelers Should Avoid
Traveling is a time of relaxation for many, but it’s important to remember that the locals at your destination continue their daily lives. Without this awareness, many tourists end up behaving rudely or offensively. The U.S. HuffPost has compiled a list of the “10 Most Offensive Behaviors by Travelers.” For all you travel lovers out there, don’t get labeled by the locals!
4-meter-tall flower lanterns light up Moon World – Kaohsiung’s “Tianliao Fantasy Moon World” Debuts
The annual “Tianliao Fantasy Moon World” series of events has returned this year, not only continuing last year’s theme but also drawing inspiration from the spirit of Aomori Nebuta Festival — one of Japan’s three great northern festivals — to create the “Summer Solstice Moon Worship Festival.” The event features five major themed activities and will run from now until November.
Packed with veggies and shredded pork—this ultra-filling “Qiang Guo Mian” (Grab-the-Pot Noodles) is an unbeatable dumpling experience
At first glance, viewers might not connect the first photo and the shop name, but the biggest surprise here wasn’t the signature “Unbeatable Dumplings,” but rather what I consider one of the most delicious “Qiang Guo Mian” I’ve ever had. Even as someone who enjoys good food without needing to know all the details, I still don’t quite understand what “Qiang Guo Mian” is, let alone how it’s cooked.
Old Shops Fade as Subway Expands – 3 Must-Visit Neighborhoods in Hong Kong’s Western District
With the opening of subway stations, property prices and rents in the Western District have soared, leading to the gradual disappearance of traditional old shops. Currently, the Western District is served by the Sai Ying Pun, Hong Kong University, and Kennedy Town subway stations, each offering unique glimpses of old Hong Kong. ETtoday ETToday Travel Cloud visited the area and compiled a list of must-see neighborhood sights.
Summer is here — craving unagi don? Here are Tokyo’s 10 best high-end unagi restaurants
The Japanese website Tsunagu Japan recommends 10 of Tokyo’s best high-end unagi restaurants, among which Unagi Hanashita is a well-known long-established eatery. Many Taiwanese foodies list it as a must-visit dining spot in Tokyo. Though the prices are higher, many still find it worth it.
Tiancheng Hotels Group Food Exhibition Promotion: PRIME ONE Steak Dinner Voucher for Two at 31% Off
The highly anticipated Taiwan Culinary Exhibition is back after two years, and Tiancheng Hotels Group is making its debut with its portfolio of properties including Taipei Tiancheng Hotel, Tiancheng Hotel TICC World Trade Center, Taipei Garden Hotel, Hive, Grand Formosa Regent, and Taoyuan Golf Club. Tiancheng Lily Café is selling a set of five vouchers for NT$2,900, a massive 49% discount; meanwhile, the PRIME ONE Steakhouse at Taipei Garden Hotel is offering a voucher for a charcoal-grilled 21-day aged American ribeye steak dinner for two at NT$3,999, discounted by 69%.