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Exclusive / World-touring artist "Mr. Seven" to visit Taiwan and paint with rural schoolchildren
The world-renowned French street artist "Mr. Seven (Julien Malland Seth)" is coming to Taiwan soon. According to an exclusive report by ETtoday Ettoday News Cloud, in August, Mr. Seven will collaborate with local Taiwanese artists to create murals at three elementary schools in Hualien, Taitung, and Hsinchu. The news has excited art enthusiasts.
Global Hotel Survey Statistics: Russians Are Generous, Arabs the Most Demanding
Which nationality’s travelers are the most generous when rating hotels, and which are the most stingy? According to the latest survey by booking website “Travel Smart Survey,” on average, Russian travelers can be described as having angelic hearts, giving out more lenient scores, while the strictest guests come from the United Arab Emirates.
Must-See Sight in Nara: “Deer Calling” – Hundreds of Sika Deer Gallop Across the Meadow Toward You
Nara, besides being home to world heritage sites scattered throughout the city, is also known for its free-roaming sika deer that walk among people, becoming a symbolic representation of this ancient capital. To witness the spectacular sight of hundreds of deer running across the grassland, the “Deer Calling” (鹿寄せ, Shika Yose) event at Nara Park is an unmissable experience.
Capturing food, fun, and entertainment “in a drawing” — Chen Yingyi creates the “Chiayi City Youthful Culture Map”
Chen Yingyi, a girl from New Taipei City, fell in love with Chiayi after coming to study at Chiayi University. An avid painter, she hand-drew many maps of Chiayi City and shared them on the “Chiayi City Youthful Culture Map” fan page. Chen Yingyi said this is not only her graduation gift but also a gift for Chiayi. By featuring her favorite spots on the map, she hopes the Youthful Culture Map will help more people discover Chiayi’s attractions and delicious food.
Pingtung Cycling Tourism Season: 6 Great Routes to Easily Explore Little Liuqiu and Sample Diverse Cuisines
In recent years, more and more people have chosen cycling as a way to exercise and travel around the island, making bike touring one of the hottest travel trends. The Pingtung County Government launched the Cycling Tourism Season on July 31, featuring six cycling routes including the Pingtung City Food & Culture Tour and a 2-day Little Liuqiu Island Loop, taking participants on a journey to enjoy food and scenery while pedaling.
5 keywords to experience Prague’s dual personality
Prague, the first city in the world recognized by UNESCO as a World Heritage Site, is also the city with the highest density of artists globally. Before exploring Prague, there are five keywords you must know.
Korean Restaurant in Taichung: Huge Seafood Pancake & 50 Free Side Dishes!
Taichung not only has endless delicious food, but sometimes it also offers great value for money. Take this place, “Hanxiang Korean Cuisine,” for example. It specializes in Korean dishes, and the highlight is that they offer over fifty different side dishes—complimentary and all-you-can-eat. Each person only needs to meet a minimum spend of NT$170 plus 10% service charge to enjoy the meal. They have quite a variety of dishes, and the portions are pretty generous too!
Valuing customer feedback is the right attitude!"Zenko Fried Chicken" suspends operations for 7 days to reflect
The first overseas branch of "Zenko Fried Chicken," which has won Japan's highest gold award, opened in Taipei on the 16th. During its first week of trial operations, it attracted a large number of visitors, but in order to provide better service, at the height of its popularity, the president of "Zenko Fried Chicken" decided to suspend operations from now on to address shortcomings in the trial run, and will resume services on the 31st.
Taiwan Tourist Shuttle “Guanziling-Wushantou Line” Launches in August – Free Rides for the First Month
Summer vacation is the peak season for both domestic and international travel. The Siraya National Scenic Area Administration has launched its first-ever “Taiwan Tourist Shuttle - Guanziling-Wushantou Line,” which departs from Xinying Bus Terminal and connects renowned tourist attractions in northern Tainan. In addition to offering six types of ticket packages, there are also various promotions to allow the public to experience the joy of light travel by bus.
Themed Restaurant Reopens: Rody the Pony Café Set to Open in September
Another themed restaurant is about to open in Taipei! Following the Ushi no Himitsu Sōen Light Meal Café and the Hello Kitty Hot Pot Restaurant, the new Rody the Pony-themed eatery “Caffe Rody,” under the umbrella of Feiyue Cultural Creativity, is expected to open in September. The exact date will be announced on their official fan page, and the location will also be in the East District. “Caffe Rody” will primarily feature an artistic and trendy style with a focus on visual effects.
Airline cabin crew recruitment sees only 1% acceptance rate; TransAsia Airways: 'Star looks don’t give an edge'
Starting today (July 27) and continuing for two days, TransAsia Airways is once again recruiting flight attendants, with estimated monthly salaries reaching up to NT$50,000. A total of 2,598 people applied this time, and with only 25 positions available, the acceptance rate is less than 1%. Additionally, among the nearly 2,600 applicants, only 131 were male, accounting for just 0.5%—far lower than the previous 2:8 gender ratio—making the recruitment scene today one of “a single green sprout in a sea of red.”
AirAsia Welcomes Its 300 Millionth Passenger – 20% Off All Flights
AirAsia announced that to celebrate carrying its 300 millionth passenger, it will hold a special promotion from July 28 to August 2, offering a 20% discount on base fares for all group flights and seats. This promotional fare is valid for travel between July 28 and November 30.
Five Energetic Power Spots on Hawaii’s Healing Island
Beyond the dreamy associations of Hawaii—fairytale weddings, hula dancing, hibiscus flowers, surfing, and more—locals have long believed that the sea, mountains, plants, and all elements of nature possess divine power and vitality. Mysterious energy-rich spots are scattered across the islands. Why not begin your journey to restore body, mind, and spirit by exploring Hawaii’s great outdoors and soaking up its healing energies?
New summer landmark alert: Top 10 uniquely themed libraries across Taiwan
The “2015 Taiwan Top 10 Must-Visit Libraries” online voting campaign is in full swing, and Ettoday Travel Cloud has also selected ten libraries with distinctive architectural styles to offer our readers new and exciting travel options.
Do “Optional Tours” in Group Packages Ruin Travel Quality? Travel Agencies Expose 3 Major Traps
Many travel agencies, in a bid to seize business opportunities, have resorted to fiercely competitive low prices to attract consumers. This has evolved into unbundling various services for sale, giving the illusion of a bargain—or promoting “no-shopping tours” to project an image of high-quality group travel, only for the optional activities to end up being even more expensive. A travel agency has revealed the common traps associated with “optional tour” packages, which travelers may find useful as reference.
Wear your bikini and have a water fight in the city streets — New York’s “Slide the City” coming in August
More and more tourism operators are tapping into limited urban spaces with fun activities to create lively and festive atmospheres. One such example is the globally popular “Slide the City,” which recently gained traction in many cities — a way to cool off without heading to an amusement park.
The world’s first overseas branch of the “Snoopy Museum” to open in Tokyo in 2016
The “Snoopy Museum” located in California, USA, will now establish its first global overseas branch in Roppongi, Tokyo, featuring a series of early works and the life story of Snoopy’s creator, Charles M. Schulz. It is expected to open in March 2016.
From a street stall to a storefront restaurant – their signature cold noodles bursting with rich sesame paste flavor
A Chuan Cold Noodles is something I recently discovered while searching for cold noodles. Three years ago, it was featured on "Food Hunter," but back then it was just a street-side noodle stall. This time, when I visited, they’ve upgraded to a proper storefront.
The Pottery Museum unveils the world's first "bicycle pottery wheel" this summer!
Taiwan’s hottest summer event kicks off on August 1 (Sat) at the Yingge Ceramics Museum, featuring the world’s first "bicycle pottery wheel," a wildly popular "mini pottery wheel," and scooter bikes loved by kids—perfect for family fun with "Joyful Clay Rolling Adventures"!
Prague: Artistic Moments in Cafés
Compared to cafés in other European capitals, those in Prague have a more “grand” character, stemming from the imperial grandeur of the past and the refined atmosphere of a cultural capital. When traveling, stopping by a Prague café for a cup—whether coffee or beer—is one of the best ways to experience life.