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Cycling Through Mountain Cliffs: Taitung’s “Jialan Skywalk” Opens
Taiwan has many skywalks, from horseshoe-shaped aerial paths jutting out over waterfalls to glass bridges that test visitors’ courage. The newly completed “Jialan Skywalk” in Jinfeng Township, Taitung, stands out for being built directly against the mountain cliffs. Not only does it provide more convenient access for local residents, but it also connects with the village’s cycling loop, becoming a new local landmark.
Meow Manager in Charge！8 Cat Lover–Must-Visit Cafés Across Taiwan
The cat craze is still going strong！For cat lovers, there’s nothing better than sipping coffee and enjoying delicious food while watching cats lounge around lazily—it’s truly a little slice of heaven！The food review site OpenRice has compiled a list of 8 cat café spots across Taiwan where you can hang out with feline friends—cat lovers, time to bookmark these！
Top winter tonic pick: 6 must-try hot lamb pot restaurants in Taipei
With the recent cold weather, it's time for some proper nourishment. Besides hearty hotpot and ginger duck, lamb pot is an absolute must-have winter dish. Sipping on the sweet and savory lamb soup and biting into tender, juicy lamb is truly warming for the heart, stomach, and body. Food review site OpenRice has carefully selected 6 must-try lamb pot spots in the Greater Taipei area based on user reviews and recommendations—gather your friends and head out now!
A bowl for NT$400?! The ultra-popular premium braised beef noodles in Ximending
I suddenly realized I’ve hardly written any food reviews about beef noodles. The few times they’ve appeared in my posts, they were just side characters, not because I don’t like them, but because most of the beef noodles I’ve had outside— including many highly recommended ones online—have generally been just okay (not to my taste). Over time, I ended up eating them less and less.
Be a bride for a day！Japan offers traditional bridal kimono "Shiromuku" experience for just ¥530
Many travelers to Japan seek out cultural experiences like wearing a kimono or yukata for a stroll through the streets, with costs ranging from around ¥4,000 to over ¥10,000. Experiencing the "Shiromuku" (traditional Japanese wedding attire), however, comes with an even higher price tag. But now, Wajima City in the Hokuriku region is promoting its traditional "Hanayome Noren" (bridal curtain) culture by offering a Japanese bridal costume experience for just ¥2,000, attracting many visitors.
First male crew members join the team of hunks for the 2016 China Airlines calendar — sneak peek at the most spectacular edition ever!
China Airlines’ brand new 2016 wall and desk calendars feature 25 elegant and friendly flight and ground crew members from the China Airlines Group. For the first time ever, male crew members have also joined the shoot, making this the grandest calendar project in the airline’s history. The theme for 2016 is “Every Day is Amazing,” and China Airlines’ new calendar takes travelers on a journey around the world starting right from Taiwan.
Taipei Delicious Seafood Restaurant Guide: The VIP List of Hidden Gems from Five-Star Chefs
As the sweltering summer bids farewell and the cool autumn arrives quietly in October, the blowing autumn wind also brings the news that seafood is at its plumpest. Surrounded by the sea on all sides and blessed with a gathering of seafood from around the world, Taiwan offers a bounty of marine delicacies. To learn how to enjoy seafood that is delicious, refined, and satisfying, let the usually picky and discerning five-star hotel chefs share their private recommendations with you.
Create unforgettable memories！What should you prepare for solo travel?
After introducing the best places for solo travel last time, this article shares insights on how to prepare for a solo trip to ensure memorable and valuable experiences. It turns out that special memories aren’t entirely accidental—you can also take the initiative to increase your chances.
Belgian man falls for Thailand’s beautiful islands & opens a “feet-in-the-air” floating restaurant
Walking to the end of the rural area in Bang Bao Bay, you’ll find vast ocean waters — the departure point for island-hopping and snorkeling trips. Hidden within the sea-based structures of Bang Bao Bay is a Thai restaurant called “The Buddha View,” run by a Belgian and functioning as both a guesthouse and a bar. The alluring seats that leave your feet dangling over the sea offer transparent tables where you gaze down at the water, filling the space with a strong holiday vibe.
Taichung Xinshe Flower Sea Opens to Crowds of Visitors – 5 Viewing Tips and Helpful Reminders
The “2015 Xinshe Flower Sea and Taichung Flower Carpet Festival” kicked off on November 7th. The breathtaking expanse of colorful blooms makes it a top autumn travel destination. But on opening day, crowds poured in, leading to major traffic jams on all three major roads connecting Xinshe District, while the free parking lots were nearly full. Wang Yichuan, director of the Taichung City Transportation Bureau, urged visitors to use public transport instead of driving, and shared five flower-viewing strategies and traffic-avoidance tips for travelers.
Famous Hong Kong dish spotted here: "Straw-Scented Beauty Beef" with a grassy aroma
Changju – if I remember correctly, I came here once when it first opened, but to be honest, that time left little impression on my taste buds, which is why I never got around to writing about it. Until early this month when I visited again. This time the experience was great, so I immediately wrote this up to share with everyone. Especially the dish “Straw-Scented Beauty Beef,” which was truly unforgettable.
Japan’s popular queue-worthy dish “Kaneko Hananosuke” comes to Taiwan: 3 best-selling tempura varieties now available
Japan’s queue-worthy eatery “Kaneko Hananosuke” is finally opening its tempura specialty store on the 10th at Breeze Taipei Station (Taipei Main Station)! The Taiwanese branch will offer not only the “Edo-style tempura” from its flagship store in Nihonbashi, Tokyo, but also two other crowd favorites: “Premium tempura” and “Tempura.” The eel (anago, or conger eel) used in the Edo-style tempura is imported from Japan, and each piece is longer than a palm. As for Kaneko Hananosuke’s signature secret sauce, it is also prepared in Japan and then shipped to Taiwan.
More convenient now—explore 4 major attractions along the "Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum Line"
The Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum began trial operations at the end of 2015, and the "Taiwan Tourist Shuttle—Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum Line" was launched in March 2016, offering access to at least six major attractions along the route. The line passes through key stops including Chiayi HSR Station, the Southern Branch of the National Palace Museum, Suan Tou Sugar Refinery, Hsinkang Fengtian Temple, Minxiong Railway Station, National Chung Cheng University, Alishan Forest Recreation Area (Guiyi Forest Village) in Chiayi City, and Chiayi Railway Station.
The ancient hot spring closest to the airport — 4 must-visit spots at Japan’s "Yamanaka Onsen"
Surrounded by forests, Yamanaka Onsen has a history of 1,300 years and was already a renowned hot spring destination in ancient times. Even Japan’s haiku master Matsuo Bashō was captivated by its breathtaking scenery, composing the famous verse: “In Yamanaka, no one plucks chrysanthemums; the hot spring water carries fragrance.” He ranked Yamanaka Onsen among Japan’s three most famous hot springs, alongside Arima Onsen and Dogo Onsen. Thanks to Matsuo Bashō, Yamanaka Onsen has gained even more fame, with statues or memorial halls related to him visible in many corners.
Travel to Japan for New Year’s and cherry blossoms season this year – Vanilla Air offers Taipei–Tokyo promo fares starting as low as NT$1,100!
Have you started planning your 2016 trip to Japan? Vanilla Air has announced a promotion covering all its flights, with one-way tickets starting from just NT$1,100 (tax excluded), starting from 6 PM on the 10th. For those planning to visit Tokyo for Christmas at the end of the year, the airline is also offering a special Taipei–Tokyo promotion with one-way fares starting from NT$1,558 (tax excluded). Both promotions go on sale simultaneously on the evening of the 10th!
200-meter rainbow flower sea！Happiness Water Ripple Park rivals the flower fields of Furano.
No need to spend big money traveling to Hokkaido, Japan, to see flowers！Happiness Water Ripple Park in Sanchong District, New Taipei City, is absolutely gorgeous！To create a flower sea as stunning as that of Furano in Hokkaido, Japan, the Greening, Beautification and Landscape Office of New Taipei City Government used 280,000 potted plants such as poinsettias, angelonia, cosmos, petunias, golden dewdrop, and privet in early October to create a rainbow flower sea stretching about 200 meters.
Fiery hibiscus flowers and golden chrysanthemums bloom all over eastern Taiwan!* 4 must-visit flower spots in Taitung
Taitung isn’t just about golden rice paddies, lush green mountains, blue waters, and breathtaking seascapes. When autumn arrives, vast fields of golden chrysanthemums intermingle with fiery red hibiscus seas, carpeting the land of eastern Taiwan in vibrant hues. Wu Dongjun, a seasoned travel expert in Hualien-Taitung, recommends four great spots to admire chrysanthemums and hibiscus. When you visit Taitung to enjoy its mountains and ocean, don’t miss these flower seas at their most beautiful!*
30 Coffee-Flavored Dishes Are Served Up at the Table – The 2015 Taiwan Coffee Festival Kicks Off on November 14
The 13th Taiwan Coffee Festival is here starting November 14th. For the first time, coffee businesses from Yunlin and Chiayi are joining in together. Various experiential and educational activities will be held every Saturday and Sunday in Gukeng Green Tunnel and Huashan areas to create a joyful and romantic atmosphere. In line with the Taiwan Coffee Festival, 16 businesses in Huashan Leisure Agriculture Area, Gukeng Township, have rolled out numerous coffee-flavored dishes, ensuring that visitors to Huashan not only enjoy coffee and scenic views, but also a diverse selection of coffee-themed meals and specialty products.
Special late-night bites in Tainan！Pocket toast filled with cheese and soft half-boiled eggs
“Toast Pockets” were an insanely popular creative late-night snack not long ago—thick slices of toast with a hole cut out in the middle like a pocket, then charcoal-grilled and stuffed with generous fillings. The result is crispy on the outside, fluffy inside, and the fillings are especially soft, tender, and delicious. In winter, they also sell charcoal-grilled mochi red bean soup, which is said to be extremely popular as well！
Tourist center gets a makeover to become Kaohsiung’s new highlight – Lotus Pond Visitor Service Center reopens after renovation
The Lotus Pond Visitor Service Center has undergone a major transformation and officially reopened to the public. Unlike traditional visitor centers that only offer travel information, this redesigned space focuses on local cultural creativity and integrates artistic, interactive, and souvenir elements. It’s not just an information hub — it’s now a service destination where visitors can create lasting memories of their trip.