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Step into the home of the wind, climb trees, and play in the dirt — Hayao Miyazaki is building a "children's nature park" in Okinawa
Okinawa will not only be the site of Japan’s second Universal Studios, but now animation master Hayao Miyazaki has also chosen Okinawa’s Kume Island to create a nature park where children can connect with forests and mountains, with completion expected in 2018.
Mandarin Oriental’s Italian restaurant Bencotto offers luxury at accessible prices – enjoy a dinner set for just NT$2,000!
Mandarin Oriental Taipei opened in May (2014) and quickly became the most upscale luxury hotel in Taiwan. While room rates are not cheap, the hotel's restaurants offer great value for money. For example, the Italian restaurant Bencotto serves a four-course dinner set for under NT$2,000 (NT$1,800), while the five-course set is NT$2,200. The lunch sets are even more affordable: NT$980 for three courses and NT$1,280 for four.
Late-night snacks in Tainan: The super-popular freshly butchered local specialty “Beef Soup”!
The snack hub on Jinhua Road comes alive at night, with many shops staying open until midnight—making it a great spot for a late-night bite. Grab a few dishes here and you’ll leave satisfied.
Free admission after 4 PM in the park this summer ! The new “Starlight Ticket” for kids’ amusement park extended to year-end
Taipei Children’s Amusement Park first launched extended summer hours and “Starlight Discounts” this year to great acclaim. In response, Taipei Rapid Transit Corporation announced that the “Starlight Discount” will be extended from the 5th until the end of the year. Visitors can enjoy free park entry as long as they enter after 4 PM on Saturdays and public holidays.
Experience local life: 100-year-old public transport you must try in Hong Kong
Trams are the best way to enjoy Hong Kong’s urban scenery, while ferries offer stunning views from the sea. If you don’t disembark, you can simply ride the ferry back to your starting point—so even if you’re not crossing the harbor, a short round-trip ride for just a few dollars makes for a great travel experience.
Every room has a slide — Tainan’s Weile Parent-Child Homestay
Weile Parent-Child Homestay is a newly opened family-friendly accommodation in August 2015, located in Anping District, Tainan, close to the city center. The name “Weile” is a homophone of “We Love.” It's a parent-child homestay featuring a carousel, Barbie-themed room, block room, and slides — every room has a slide to let kids have a blast. The owner, Vita, said some children have even asked their parents on departure when they can come back again, showing they didn’t have enough fun.
Irresistible Matcha Ice Cream Temptation – 3 Popular Matcha Dessert Shops in Taipei
Taiwanese people have a strong fondness for Japanese cuisine, with many enthusiasts of wagashi (Japanese confections) and matcha. Especially, the various desserts made with bingsu (Korean-style shaved ice) and matcha are hard to resist. This spring marks the rise of another trendy dessert shop that serves traditional Kyoto-style desserts. Not only are their sweets delightful, but the decor and presentation also carry an authentic Kyoto vibe, making you feel as if you’ve stepped into a traditional Japanese sweets shop. Why not enjoy the beauty of spring with a cup of fragrant bingsu?
A hipster-style restaurant tucked away in the alleys — enjoy Japanese home-cooked dishes and Spanish cuisine
The busy life of the past six months has left me with little time to explore the alleys in search of good food. But fortunately, I have quite a few friends who understand me. They often secretly tell me—or even take me—to try out great finds, like this Japanese-Spanish restaurant on the usually quiet “Chaozhou Street,” which a food-savvy friend recommended.
Landslide on Emei Mountain Kills One Taiwanese Tourist; Ashes to Return to Taiwan on the Afternoon of the 6th
A landslide occurred on the afternoon of the 5th at the Emei Mountain Scenic Area in China, resulting in one Taiwanese tourist fatality and four injuries. The Tourism Bureau under the Ministry of Transportation and Communications stated that the deceased’s body was cremated early on the 6th local time, and the ashes along with the family members are scheduled to fly back to Taiwan from Chengdu in the afternoon of the 6th.
Tourists hit by landslide on Mount Emei in Sichuan — Taiwan traveler dead, four injured: list released
A landslide occurred at the Mount Emei Scenic Area in China on the afternoon of the 5th due to days of heavy rain, leaving one Taiwanese tourist dead.
Top 4 Star-Rated Hotels in Northern Taiwan in H2 2015 – Marriott Opens First
Spotting trends in Taiwan’s tourism boom, domestic and international hotel groups are expanding across the island. In the second half of 2015, Marriott Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Six Forks, The Miramar Hotel Taipei, and The Lefay Resort & SPA Daxi Taiyuan opened their doors. Here’s a brief introduction to Marriott Hotel, Courtyard by Marriott Six Forks, The Miramar Hotel Taipei, and The Lefay Resort & SPA Daxi Taiyuan.
Must-do challenge on the Jungfrau: 84 km/h zip line, 60 seconds across two valleys
Grindelwald in Switzerland’s Jungfrau region is a town at an elevation of 1,050 meters and a renowned UNESCO World Heritage site. About 20 minutes by cable car from Grindelwald lies the First viewpoint, where you can experience the First Flieger zip line. Zooming across the valley in just one minute at speeds of 84 km/h, you’ll get a breathtaking aerial view of the majestic north face.
A favorite among old-time Shanghainese: Dengxingguan’s topping noodles, established in 1878
For food-loving Shanghainese, breakfast is no casual affair. In the past, locals commonly ate items like shengjian (pan-fried buns) and youtiao (fried dough sticks), but those with better financial means might opt for an authentic “topping noodle” bowl for breakfast. Among the many restaurants and noodle shops, Dengxingguan is a time-honored brand that never gets old for many lifelong residents.
Autumn is here！Taishiji introduces Thailand’s wild Blue Diamond Crab
As autumn gradually sets in, it’s the perfect time to enjoy crab！Taishiji has introduced 100% natural wild Blue Diamond Crabs from the deep-sea waters of the Gulf of Thailand in southern Thailand. Starting in September, they are air-freighted directly from the origin to Taiwan. The vacuum-packed crabs only need to be soaked in water to thaw. In addition to whole crabs, Taishiji also offers ready-to-eat Blue Diamond Crab meat cans, all hand-shelled and packed with three parts: crab legs, golden crab tube meat, and Blue Diamond Crab meat.
Stunningly beautiful！ The "Boat Bridge" in Alishan is like a fairyland on earth.
The "Boat Bridge" in Alishan has become a new attraction in the Alishan National Forest Recreation Area. This bridge is located next to the Xianglin Arch Bridge and spans a tributary of the Alishan Stream. To ensure ecological engineering quality and aesthetics, the Chiayi Forest District Office used hand-laid stone revetments combined with engineering to create a cascading waterfall landscape, allowing aquatic life to inhabit and be protected within the gaps of the stone revetments. Then, ripple-shaped check dams paired with a scenic pool form a water curtain feature.
The steady beat of drums echoes through the valley — the Taroko Gorge Music Festival kicks off on October 17
The annual Taroko Gorge Music Festival will take place on October 17 and 18 at the Taroko Plateau, with this year’s performances headlined by “U-Theatre.”
Authentic "Hong Kong dim sum" debuts in Taoyuan！The signature custard buns feature golden filling that melts like flowing sand
Friends in Taoyuan are in luck！Now you can enjoy authentic Hong Kong dim sum without flying to Hong Kong or making a special trip to Taipei！"Dim Sum Master," located on Section 2, Nanlu Road, Luzhu District, Taoyuan City, is already a well-known Hong Kong dim sum restaurant in Taipei；by refusing to use MSG, chicken powder, or artificial coloring, and opting for Himalayan rose salt, the goal is to let guests enjoy naturally delicious, made-to-order food！
A good travel companion is super important!* 9 great benefits of traveling with girls
A good travel companion makes the trip fun, while a bad one can make you miserable every day. The worst thing about traveling is encountering an extreme Hong Kong girl who loves to sleep in, throw tantrums, complain, and has a princess complex...
Australian tycoon builds replica of 'Titanic II' with maiden voyage from China to Dubai in 2018
If the Titanic were to set sail again, would you dare to board? The cruise ship project led by Australian billionaire Clive Palmer has been progressing well according to its spokesperson, despite some delays, and is likely to embark on its maiden voyage in 2018.
Share and like to get 500 free airline tickets? Emirates: Fake!
Would you want 500 free Emirates airline tickets? A Facebook fan page called Emirates Air. posted a photo of an airline ticket last night, claiming that Emirates would be giving away 500 free tickets with no restrictions on destinations. All people had to do was share, like, and leave a comment to receive a free ticket, attracting nearly 40,000 shares in total.