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Vancouver’s Boutique Coffee Hotspot – Unmissable Flavors Part 3
One of the things I really love about Vancouver cafés is their use of large floor-to-ceiling windows that let in an abundance of natural light, and this place is no exception.
A one-night stay costs NT$77,000 — Exclusive look inside Kenting’s 150-ping standalone villa
A hotel operator in Kenting has created a standalone villa accommodation experience priced as high as NT$77,000 per night, featuring a private pool, a personal butler, complimentary alcoholic beverages, fruits, and other food items, along with a spacious courtyard. ETtoday EBC News specially visited to reveal the interior space that only a select few high-end guests can afford.
Starbucks Isn't Just for Drinking — You Can "Sleep" in It Too: 2 Must-Stay Themed Guesthouses in Gyeonggi-do
Not far from Seoul, Gyeonggi-do has become a popular tourist destination thanks to attractions like Petite France and Nami Island. If you'd rather not travel too far, spending the night locally might be a great choice. Recently, two local guesthouses in Gapyeong-gun, Gyeonggi-do, have gone viral for their unique themed rooms — including Shin Ramyun (Korean instant noodles), Starbucks, and even money-roll themes — making them highly sought-after accommodations among travelers.
Night owls, get ready to move—here are the 10 most popular late-night cafes in Taipei loved by netizens!
Finding a place to hang out at night isn't easy, and cafes that stay open late are even rarer. Are night owls who are up while others sleep limited to just convenience store coffee? According to the top 10 late-night cafes beloved by netizens, as revealed by DailyView’s online thermometer, head here when you can't sleep—the night owls should get going!
A generous serving of pork meatball soup paired with freshly fried Longfeng Legs—dousing them in chili sauce is how the pros do it.
Have you ever heard of “Longfeng Legs”? This Taiwanese snack evolved from chicken rolls and is mainly made with ingredients like cabbage and fish paste. Because of their resemblance to small chicken drumsticks, they’re called Longfeng Legs. In Hualien, there’s a restaurant called Zhang’s Meatball Soup that sells not only traditional snacks like meatball soup and braised pork rice but also offers Longfeng Legs, which have become a must-order favorite among regulars.
Summer is here！A tour of Vancouver’s top 5 ice cream specialty shops (Part 2)
After checking out two popular ice cream spots in Vancouver (Ernest, Rain or Shine), let’s take a look at three uniquely distinctive Italian gelato shops in the city.
Summer Festival Dishes Are Here: Big Discounts at 6 Restaurants
With summer arriving, restaurants and hotels have rolled out new dishes and special promotions. This time, 《ETtoday Eastday News Cloud》 has specially compiled discount information from 6 restaurants for July and August to share with our readers.
Taipei-Style Hong Kong Café Restaurant！Chef’s recommendations: steamed rice with cured meats and chicken macaroni
We came here purely to escape the rain XD. While riding our bikes past Songjiang Nanjing Station with Meijie, it started raining, so we quickly parked the bikes and looked for a place to take shelter from the rain. It had been a while since we had dim sum^穑?So we decided to come to this place.
Taipei YouBike Light Travel: Brunch in Xinyi District & a Visit to Hexing Coal Mine
If you live in greater Taipei, coal mines probably aren’t unfamiliar to you — places like Jiufen, Jinguashi, and Houtong still preserve remnants of old industrial sites. However, those are all located some distance from the city center. Now, not far from Taipei 101, you can cycle there on a YouBike to visit the newly renovated “Hexing Coal Mine,” which is waiting to greet you.
Will kids get bored after boarding the ship? Star Cruises lets them become little sailors.
Families who have never taken a cruise often wonder, "What will the kids do on board?" In fact, cruise lines have set up many educational and entertaining facilities onboard to ensure children have fun. There are also theme-based activities to help kids enjoy their cruise vacation.
The French Fries Family made a surprise appearance at Hong Kong Disneyland to celebrate a birthday — Grace cutely shouted: "I love U"
This summer, Hong Kong Disneyland specially created the “My Happy Family Trip” for Taiwanese travelers. At the end of June, 33 families were invited to visit. The popular “French Fries Family” — Gary Chaw and his family — made a surprise appearance as special guests, joining visitors for a day in the park. Coinciding with Gary’s upcoming birthday, his adorable children, Grace and Joe, personally presented a giant hand-drawn card to celebrate their “French Fries Dad’s” birthday. Their shy yet sweet moment while reading the card melted the hearts of everyone present.
U.S. website recommends “Best Travel Destination for 365 Days”: Best of Summer – The Himalayas
A well-known American travel website, Lonely Planet, has launched a “Best Travel Destination for 365 Days” service. By entering a specific date, it will recommend the most suitable travel location for that day. You can find out when animal migration seasons occur, major festivals take place, and more. The website suggests two travel options for this summer: the “Motorcycle Adventure on the World’s Highest Road in the Himalayas” and “Running with the Bulls.” Start planning now!
Changhua’s Classic Snacks: The Perfect Combo of Savory Pork Fried Rice and Wanggong Oyster Soup
It’s been over half a year since my last trip to Changhua City & Yuanlin. This time, our two-day, one-night adventure is all about the ubike tour. Riding an ubike around the city with mobile navigation makes eating and exploring super convenient (though my phone battery drains super fast...), Tonight’s first stop is at Oyster Ren to try their pork fried rice — a great start to the trip~
Don’t let the summer in the North Coast be boring — New Taipei’s “Fulong Sand Sculpture Festival” extended to August
The originally scheduled “Fulong International Sand Sculpture Art Festival,” set to end on the 12th, has now been extended until the end of August. The Northeast and Yilan National Scenic Area Administration has decided to prolong the Fulong Sand Sculpture Festival through the end of August. Additionally, during the extended exhibition period, 10% of ticket sales will be donated to help those injured in the Formosa Fun Coast Dust Explosion incident.
Thailand has a Hello Kitty café too！Combined with local culture, it’s super dreamy
Recently, editor Axi went on a business trip to Thailand and discovered a Hello Kitty café that opened at Siam Square One in the trendy district of Siam. As a Kitty fan, how could you miss it！This time, TravelBAG editor Axi will take you inside for a tour to explore what the Thai version of the Kitty café looks like！
Sightseeing Duck Boat Tour: Explore Seattle by Land and Water!
For independent travelers visiting Seattle, be sure to try the “Ride the Ducks,” a popular attraction loved by many tourists. This 32-kilometer, 90-minute journey takes you through most of Seattle’s major sights.
Osmanthus-scented quiet alley & a literary-style old house combined with a farmers' market
“Guiqi” is a 60-year-old house nestled in a quiet alley. It's a double-story merged structure, and “Guiqi” occupies one part of that merged building. Its approximate location is halfway between the city center and the train station, close to the Hualien Cultural and Creative Industries Park. A faint osmanthus fragrance wafts through the entire courtyard, and during the osmanthus blooming season, you might even get to taste osmanthus tea—naturally sourced from the old osmanthus tree on the premises.
Premium Japanese shabu-shabu | Must-order: Matsusaka pork slices and seafood congee made from the broth
To be honest, I’m not a huge fan of hot pot—I wouldn’t normally suggest going out for it. But luckily, I’ve been quite spoiled lately, often dragged around by my dear elder sister to try all sorts of delicious food. That’s how I finally got the chance to visit this Japanese shabu-shabu place I’d heard about for ages but had avoided due to the price. The shop’s exterior, styled like a traditional Japanese garden, highlights its distinctive flair compared to your average hot pot spot. Even the logo uses the Japanese word for shabu-shabu, announcing its authentic Japanese-style concept.
Can't get into the Louvre? Try these 10 surprising "small but beautiful" museums in Paris
Many people think a trip to Paris isn’t complete without seeing the Mona Lisa—what do you think? Instead of being stuck behind crowds just three meters from the Mona Lisa, many opt for something else and end up discovering so many small yet wonderful museums. Friends, why not check out the “10 Best Small Museums in Paris” compiled by Traveler magazine—you might find their surprises exceed your expectations!
Climate change, overtourism 9 popular tourist destinations around the world at risk of disappearing
The world’s breathtaking historical and natural attractions always draw crowds of pilgrims, but like a double-edged sword, while generating astonishing tourism revenue, they also push these sites to the brink of survival. According to a report by CNN, here are nine globally endangered attractions.