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Titanic Reborn to Original Size ! First Sail from Suzhou to Dubai in 2018
Modeled after the Titanic that struck an iceberg in 1912, the Titanic II is set to set sail in 2018, departing from Jiangsu, China, to Dubai. It will feature amenities such as a small swimming pool and Turkish baths, recreating the experience of the original ship. The question is, would you want to take the trip?
Indigenous women weave a path to the mountains and forests New Xincheng (Taroko) Station reborn as a new attraction
Located at the entrance of Taroko National Park, Xincheng (Taroko) Station is the first gateway to eastern Taiwan. Recently undergoing a major renovation, the new station was completed on February 4th, just before Lunar New Year. The refreshed station building is like a piece of art, featuring the Taroko Gorge as its main motif, combined with eye-catching public art installations. It is set to officially debut in March, becoming a new highlight in eastern Taiwan.
Rediscover national treasures: Embark on an epic journey through 6 national parks and see different worlds through the arches
Arches National Park in Utah is home to over 2,000 natural sandstone arches, making it the place with the highest concentration of such formations in the world. The rocks stand like a forest, with each arch standing independently. Peering forward through the narrowed eyes of an arch feels like seeing the world from a different angle, shifting your mood — isn’t this what travel is all about? Finding yourself through untouched nature offers a full sensory experience.
French-Swiss Honeymoon Romance ING – Sweet Moments Wanted
When it comes to the most romantic honeymoon destinations, France tops the list; Switzerland’s Matterhorn resembles a triangular chocolate bar—just like love, it’s worth savoring and stands the test of time. Hold your partner’s hand and explore both France and Switzerland on your honeymoon, immersing yourselves in the romantic foreign culture while creating lasting memories amidst breathtaking nature.
A little joy for office workers: 4 ultra-popular afternoon teas available for delivery
Besides after-work hours, the afternoon tea break is the most exciting time for office workers. Staying in the office all day often makes people feel drowsy, so a delicious snack is just what’s needed to perk everyone up—this little daily joy is a highlight of the workday. According to OpenRice, we’ve compiled a list of 4 popular afternoon tea spots that offer delivery services. Hurry and place a group order with your colleagues to try them out!
Get a First Look at the Most Beautiful Main Lantern of Taiwan Lantern Festival “Qi Tian Creates Great Fortune” and the “Universe Tower”
The “2016 Taiwan Lantern Festival,” held at the square in front of Taoyuan High-Speed Rail Station, saw a large crowd flocking to preview the lantern displays on its trial operation day (Saturday, the 20th). Program rehearsals will be held on the 21st, and the festival officially opens on the 22nd. Organizers urge the public to take the train or high-speed rail to get to the venue.
Stay in a real-life "The Bedroom in Arles" recreated from Van Gogh's masterpiece for just NT$300
Staying inside one of Van Gogh’s paintings probably isn’t something most people would dream of—but it’s actually become a reality. The global rental platform Airbnb has launched a bedroom inspired by Van Gogh’s famous painting, available for just around NT$300 per night. Are you tempted?
Funassyi "bounces" into Kyushu – Limited-time Café Opens for Two Months!
Japan’s ultra-popular mascot Funassyi has landed at Kyushu Parco Art！THE GUEST café & diner, known for frequently collaborating with popular cartoons and anime to launch limited-time menu items, has now invited Funassyi to make an appearance at its Fukuoka store. From March 18 to May 15, the limited-time Funassyi Café will be open. In addition to adorable Funassyi-themed dishes, related merchandise will also be available.
China Airlines cheerleading squad CI Beauties makes debut; one member also danced in Jay Chou’s MV
The second-generation China Airlines cheerleading squad “CI Beauties,” composed of 46 flight attendants, ground staff, and other employees, made their first appearance on the 20th at China Airlines’ Songshan office area. Unlike the previous elegant image of flight attendants, these members showed astonishing energy and vitality when dancing. Their debut performance will be at the opening ceremony of the 2016 Taiwan Lantern Festival on February 22, which is highly anticipated.
Now making Thai cuisine to order in Kaohsiung — all-you-can-eat with up to 20 dishes!
When it comes to Thai hot pot in Kaohsiung, many people think of Silver Spoon first. From a single outlet in the early days to now having three branches in Kaohsiung. We’ve visited Silver Spoon several times, and have even featured it in our food reviews twice. It’s been over a year since our last visit, and we heard that the dining concept at the Wufu branch has changed. Previously, it was only all-you-can-eat hot pot, but now you can enjoy all-you-can-eat Thai dishes as well — and this option is only available at the Wufu branch. Naturally, we quickly gathered some friends to come try it out.
Japan’s Top 5 Ultimate Healing Secret Onsen Spots – Legend Says 3 Days in the “White Bone Bath” Keeps You Cold-Free for 3 Years
Secret onsen spots are often nestled in serene mountain forests, far from the hustle and bustle. With their therapeutic hot springs, soaking has long been considered an important part of Japanese culture, and secret onsens are especially treasured as national gems. More and more travelers are planning special trips to these hidden gems. To that end, Rakuten Travel Reservation Network has released a list of Japan’s “Top 5 Ultimate Healing Secret Onsens,” including unique therapeutic onsens such as the “Eel Soup” and “Longevity Soup.”
The best coffee in Kaohsiung!! A pour-over coffee with subtle fruity and honey notes
The exterior of Yuanfei Donkey Pie (PIEFFEE) bears traces of urban renewal—like the remnants left after certain road expansions and demolitions, later adorned with graffiti by artists, giving the wall a playful, childlike charm!!
So romantic！The 6 BEST Famous Moon-Viewing Spots in Korea for the Lantern Festival
The Lantern Festival marks the first full moon of the New Year and also symbolizes the arrival of spring. Are foreign moons really rounder? This year, let’s go moon-gazing in Korea to find out for ourselves！According to the Korea Tourism Organization, here are 6 famous moon-viewing spots in Korea. Fans of Korean dramas might find them very familiar—under the soft glow of the moonlight, it feels like your “oppa” is standing there waiting for you.
The 101 of the puff pastry world—Taiwan’s oozing puff tower you can’t get without a reservation
Dubbed the 101 of the puff pastry world, the “Puff Tower” from HowToTrip’s Little Yuan Coffee in Taichung stacks 15 cream puffs on top of each other, featuring three different flavors. Each mini puff is generously filled and bursts with flavor when bitten into. Topped with a layer of crispy caramel, it’s not overly sweet. And yes—you have to book ahead to get your hands on one!
Available only on weekdays: generous portions of Sichuan peppercorn chicken and plump, sweet-and-savory plum pork clam noodles
A few days ago, I saw on Facebook that a friend went to try a thyme clam noodle place, but what caught Old K’s eye wasn’t the clam noodles—it was the Sichuan peppercorn chicken. So he looked up their business hours online and headed straight there XD
Juicy explosion of flavor—6 popular American-style fried chicken spots in Taipei make their debut
Crispy skin paired with tender meat—these adjectives can only describe American-style fried chicken. When you take a bite through crispy skin into juicy meat, with that satisfying crisp crackle and explosive juiciness in your mouth, how can it not feel absolutely delightful? 《Ettoday EBC News Cloud》 has handpicked 6 popular spots in Taipei serving classic American-style fried chicken. Come and get conquered by these irresistible fried chicken joints.
The “Monkey Guards the Pass” lantern is ultra-unconventional — netizens criticize: Is this a trash bag?
At the 2016 Taiwan Lantern Festival, which began its trial lighting today in Taoyuan, some visitors also spotted a lantern named “Monkey Guards the Pass.” Created by Ming Chuan University, this lantern not only features exposed frames but is also covered mostly with numerous pink plastic bags. Many people who saw it wondered, “Is this a trash bag?” It has become an unconventional highlight of this year’s Taiwan Lantern Festival.
The 26-meter-tall Monkey King shines in golden glory — the tallest main lantern in Taiwan Lantern Festival history makes its debut
The 2016 Taiwan Lantern Festival will be held from February 22 to March 6 next to Taoyuan High-Speed Rail Station. This evening also marked the first test lighting of the main lantern “Creating Fortune Like the Monkey King,” attracting numerous visitors to the site to witness the majestic presence of the tallest main lantern in history.
Travel to Japan to see cherry blossoms for just 2,000 RMB！ TransAsia Airways’ 5 Japan routes on promotion starting the 22nd
Can’t find a flight to see the cherry blossoms? TransAsia Airways is launching a promotion on its 5 Japan routes, with one-way untaxed fares starting from 520 RMB, available starting at 9 AM on the 22nd！
No need to fly to Japan – you can still enjoy Nagoya tonkatsu, dreamy fried chicken, and hot pot
Jetstar, V Air, and Tigerair Taiwan have recognized the potential of Nagoya and successively launched flights between Taipei and Nagoya, making travel to Nagoya much more convenient. But did you know? You can also savor Nagoya’s popular dishes without leaving Taipei. In addition to the newly opened Yaba Miso Tonkatsu on the 18th, there’s also Yamamasa from the “dreamy fried chicken wings world” of Nagoya, and the fiery Akakara Hot Pot.