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A Must-Visit for British Drama Fans: Pay Homage at Seoul’s Sherlock Holmes-Themed Café
Have you watched the British TV series “Sherlock”? Though many have played Sherlock Holmes, I truly think this version is fantastic, with tons of positive reviews online. I haven’t met anyone who didn’t like it (haha), so I highly recommend it. The male lead is incredibly handsome—his neurotic charm is just the best. In Seoul’s Gangnam district, there’s a Sherlock Holmes-themed café that attracts many fans of the show. Be sure to set aside time to visit and enjoy a coffee while paying homage to your favorite detective series.
The tour package is only 7,000 NT dollars—what a bargain！Industry experts say now is the best time to travel to Korea.
With the Middle East Respiratory Syndrome coronavirus (MERS-CoV) outbreak in South Korea easing, the Korean Ministry of Health and Welfare’s Central Disaster and Safety Countermeasure Headquarters has announced that the authorities will likely declare the end of the epidemic as early as next month. Coupled with airline promotional strategies that have led to a drop in group tour prices—more than 50% lower than in previous years—travel industry insiders believe that now is the best time to visit Korea.
2015 Summer in Kaohsiung – Picnics at Pier-2 and Free Concerts
Organized by the Kaohsiung City Government’s Information Bureau, the “2015 Summer in Kaohsiung” event will take place on August 8 and 9 at the Pier-2 Art Center Railway Cultural Park. In addition to inviting several talented and accomplished singers, the two-night event will feature an explosive musical feast. There will also be a trendy picnic activity, inviting local citizens to come together on the afternoon of August 9 to chat, enjoy a picnic, and embrace a leisurely lifestyle.
Pilgrimage to Kyoto’s super-popular Tori-iwa Restaurant – the perfect combo of chicken and egg custard, a family-friendly must-try
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The Taipei Riverside Music Festival kicks off on the 25th—come for the fireworks and love locks, super romantic
The "2015 Taipei Riverside Music Festival," jointly organized by multiple bureaus of the Taipei City Government, will launch on July 25. From the Music Life Festival at Songshan Xikou Wharf, the Dajia Kids' Fun Day at Dajia Riverside Park, to the Music Valentine's Day at Dadaocheng, there will be exciting events every week.
Reward Dad ! A Big Collection of Father’s Day Restaurant Discounts
Besides showing appreciation to moms on Mother’s Day, don’t forget to thank your hardworking dad on Father’s Day as well ! Various hotels and restaurants are offering special promotions on the eve and day of Father’s Day, filled with heartfelt tributes.
The "Perfectly Wonderful Pink Lane" Exhibition Opens – Reviving Old Buildings with Art!
The 2015 "Pink Lane Taipei East District Contemporary Art Exhibition" officially kicked off on the 25th, marking its tenth edition this year. With "perfect and wonderful" as the theme, the exhibition selected 10 distinctly different types of spaces in Taipei’s East District—including squares, parks, military dependents' villages, apartment residences, hotels, neighborhood venues, brand stores, and corporate buildings—as art hubs.
A Taste Limited to Summer: F&B Establishments Roll Out Mango Desserts and Dishes
In the peak of summer, the mango season is in full swing, and many F&B establishments have launched a variety of desserts and dishes featuring mangoes. Examples include the summer-limited mango tart at Mandarin Oriental Taipei, while W Taipei offers a “Summer Flavors” buffet-style afternoon tea where you can enjoy over 10 mango-based dishes. Meanwhile, LA ONE Bakery has introduced a handcrafted avocado mango pie.
New Taipei Children's Design Exhibition: Unraveling the Design Mysteries of Chanel and Dyson Vacuum Cleaners
With frequent afternoon showers in northern Taiwan recently, many parents have been struggling to plan summer activities for their children. The New Taipei City Cultural Affairs Bureau suggests that parents take this opportunity during the summer break to bring their kids to the 2015 Children's Design Exhibition at the Xinzhuang Art Gallery. Whether it’s scorching hot or rainy, visitors can enjoy many classic design works indoors and gain a deeper understanding of creativity.
Survey reveals top countries eager to visit Taiwan during summer vacation: Hong Kong ranks first, Japan second
Global travel search engine Skyscanner on the 24th announced the rankings of the top 10 countries and regions most eager to visit Taiwan during the 2015 summer vacation period. Hong Kong ranked first, followed by Japan and South Korea, with the UK and Germany from Europe also making the top 10. The UK even ranked higher than China (which came in 6th), showing that Taiwan’s travel appeal is not only loved in Asia but also attracts European visitors.
Great Rooms / UK vs Germany PK
People are fun—Asians can roughly tell each other apart: I’m Taiwanese, you’re Japanese, he’s Thai or Filipino. But once you step out of Asia and look at Westerners, they all “blur together,” just as Westerners also struggle to tell Asians apart. Because we love the UK, we’ve traveled there many times, and indeed, the UK and Germany are vastly different.
Hong Kong to Host Its First “Bike Festival” in October – Ride Across the Tsing Ma Bridge
Attention urban cycling enthusiasts！The Hong Kong Tourism Board will hold the “Hong Kong Bike Festival” on October 10 and 11 this year (2015), combining cycling events with a carnival atmosphere. The Tsing Ma Bridge will open to the event for the first time ever, offering riders stunning views of landmarks such as the International Commerce Centre (ICC) along the route.
Tucheng Sound Wave, Riverside Music Festival – A Roundup of 6 Major Summer Music Events Across Taiwan
With summer vacation here, cities and counties across Taiwan are gearing up for music festivals of all sizes. It’s a great time to plan a trip—for example, you could head to Wushi Port in Yilan for the “2015 Yilan Sound Wave Tucheng,” “2015 Tainan Summer Music Festival,” or “2015 Summer in Kaohsiung,” all excellent choices. The following music events are listed from north to south: 2015 Taipei Riverside Music Season, 2015 Sound Wave Tucheng, 2015 Tainan Summer Music Festival, 2015 Summer in Kaohsiung Concert Series
Taipei’s Hearty Cold Noodle Shop Serves Seafood Noodles with Up to Thirty Clams!
Especially that seafood noodle bowl said to contain thirty clams—for just NT$60, it felt absolutely amazing. I arrived in the afternoon to also dodge the unusually stifling midday heat lately. Venturing into the unfamiliar Wulong Street, with Heping High School on the right, I turned left into Lane 151 only to find a low-key little shop that looked like a residential home. An auntie was making cold noodles for customers at the entrance—she must be Boss Lady Xiaohui herself.
Hsinchu's Jincheng New Village to Build Taiwan’s First Military Dependents’ Village Library
Jincheng New Village plans to build Taiwan’s first military dependents’ village library. Hsinchu Mayor Lin Chih-chien said during an inspection of the village yesterday that the city aims to establish the country’s first military dependents’ village library and develop a cultural and creative park.
Group dining deal alert: Buy 3 get 1 free on business lunches at PRIME ONE every Monday
Taipei Garden Hotel’s PRIME ONE Steakhouse is offering exclusive promotions from now until 09/30: “Monday Friends’ Gathering: Buy 3 Get 1 Free” and “Wednesday Business Sharing: Buy 2 Get 1 Half Off.” Dine in for the lunch set menu on Mondays and enjoy one free meal when four people dine together. On Wednesdays, present a business card from your company to get the second person half off when two people order the lunch set.
CNN Recommends 40 Must-Try Taiwanese Foods: Stinky Tofu and Pig’s Blood Soup Make the List
Taiwan is not only known for its strong sense of community but also for its many amazing foods. Recently, CNN’s food section held a food voting event, where Taiwan won the championship with 8,242 votes. On the 24th, CNN then listed 40 must-try Taiwanese snacks, including braised pork rice, oyster omelet, milkfish, Japanese-style tempura, meatballs... and much more. In Taiwan, food is a way of life — just in Taipei, there are 20 streets that are entirely lined with street food vendors.
The world’s longest 575-meter lazy river at the Macao Marriott Hotel – “Transparent Waterway” created by Galaxy Macau
A sky-high waterway wraps around the pool garden space of the hotel complex. The newly opened Phase 2 of Galaxy Macau in May features international five-star hotels such as JW Marriott and Ritz-Carlton. In addition to the previously popular artificial wave pool, the Galaxy Group has introduced the “Sky Rapids” design. Guests can simply lie in the waterway and be carried around the entire loop — making it a must-visit family attraction in the summer.
Rich and hearty brown sugar shaved ice for just NT$35 — Hidden in an alley, Tamsui’s Sea Water City
One of the most satisfying things in summer is enjoying a cool bowl of shaved ice. Beyond ice cream and snowflake ice, traditional brown sugar shaved ice always brings a sense of simple, rustic charm. Paired with some classic toppings, it can even make you feel like you’ve returned to the innocence of childhood.
Personal table-side grilling service to cook for you perfectly—enjoy golden Matsusaka pork blossoming like roses.
Aside from hot pot, barbecue is probably one of the most beloved cuisines among locals. Here's an introduction to a recently opened yakiniku restaurant that sets itself apart from typical shops in terms of ingredients and service—it’s definitely worth getting to know. The store is located on bustling Freedom Road, where there are quite a few other yakiniku spots nearby, such as Momotaro and Legenda, making the competition quite fierce.