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Shwangwang Grand Hotel’s Trendy Collection also offers an all-you-can-eat buffet — limited time only until April 30
Taipei Shwangwang Grand Hotel’s Trendy Collection is celebrating its 15th anniversary！ In gratitude to long-term customer support, a special all-you-can-eat buffet event is being held from March 1 to April 30 (limited to the third floor). Weekday lunch is available at a discounted price of NT$780 + 10%, while dinner and holidays are NT$880 + 10%. Over 40 dishes including Chaozhou braised meat platter, abalone sauce hot pot, and Taiwanese-style pork rice are made to order and can be ordered unlimitedly for all-you-can-eat.
China Airlines Group upgrades its operational system; passengers must check in at the airport 3 hours in advance
To enhance overall internal system services, China Airlines Group will comprehensively upgrade its international passenger operations system. During the system transition period on March 19 and 20, as website and mobile check-in services will be suspended, passengers traveling abroad with China Airlines or Mandarin Airlines need to arrive at the airport 3 hours in advance to complete departure procedures.
The Shorea Hotel in Jiaoxi Hosts Daily Lawn Parties: Experience Wood-Fired Creative Pizza & Outdoor Games
To encourage people to embrace nature during the spring season, The Shorea Hotel in Yilan’s Jiaoxi has launched daily lawn parties from now until May 31. The package includes an overnight stay in a hot spring suite with two meals, offering a revitalizing vacation experience. Guests can enjoy a picnic, make their own DIY wood-fired pizza, and take part in outdoor games. For the first time, the hotel has introduced a wood-fired pizza oven, allowing guests to freely choose their favorite ingredients and presentation styles. A star chef will provide on-site instruction and personally bake your pizza in the oven.
Men’s Kitchen: Exotic Cuisine – “Porcini Risotto” That Absorbs All the Essence of the Broth
Just how delicious porcini risotto is doesn’t really need too many adjectives. Just imagine all the rich flavors of the broth being absorbed by the rice — that alone should be enough to make your mouth water!!
The Whimsical World of Gua Bao: Resembling Blue-and-White Porcelain and Marble in Striking Colors
One of Taiwan’s most famous snacks, gua bao typically features fillings such as braised pork belly, pickled mustard greens, peanut powder, and cilantro. Eaten like a burger, it’s also known as the “Taiwanese hamburger.” Traditional gua bao comes with white dough and savory pork belly fillings, but chefs from Yunlang Tourism have gotten creative—transforming the ordinary gua bao into blue-and-white porcelain versions adorned with four lace-like sugar coatings in red, black, blue, and green. There are also marble gua bao, gold-leaf gua bao, and even “mudslide scallop gua bao.” However, Yunlang Tourism notes that these creative gua bao are only available at special banquet venues or year-end parties at their seven hotels, so they apologize to the general public for the limited access.
Magical cherry blossom dreams along the Meguro River riverside in Ebisu Hills area – Top 10 must-visit spots for cherry blossom viewing in Tokyo
The Japanese cherry blossom season is here Up！ According to the latest 2016 cherry blossom forecast released by Japan's Meteorological Corporation, the earliest blossoms in Japan will begin blooming in Tokyo. Why not take some time to visit Tokyo’s famous cherry blossom spots for a memorable flower-viewing trip? Rakuten Travel has announced the “Top 10 Cherry Blossom Spots in Tokyo,” introducing you to 10 hidden blossom-viewing paradises in Tokyo. Quickly gather your family and friends for a romantic cherry blossom experience！
Why pay more? Seven "differential treatments" you may face in low-cost airline cabins
Low-cost airlines reduce operating costs to offer relatively cheap tickets, and their service logic differs greatly from that of traditional airlines in many aspects. For example, when flying with a low-cost carrier, passengers' first impression might be that the seat space is narrower compared to traditional airlines, and the seating arrangement is also denser. Additionally, there are fewer flight attendants.
Ride a "fully transparent glass slide" down from 300 meters high in Los Angeles under the night sky
The tallest building on the U.S. West Coast, the U.S. Bank Tower, is set to become the world’s most thrilling skyscraper soon. The building’s owner, OUE Limited, recently announced plans to install a transparent glass slide on the exterior of the 300-meter-high structure, allowing visitors to slide down from the 70th floor at night.
"Human Realm Tea Gathering" Held in Huadong Valley Grassland: Learn the Art of Tea Serving to Reflect Within
The Huadong Valley plain is bathed in spring sunlight. Hualien Ideal Land has partnered with the "World Tea Culture Promotion Association" to host an outdoor "Human Realm Tea Gathering" on March 6 at the Silva Grassland. Through learning how to serve tea, offer tea, and taste tea, participants can calm their minds, reflect within, and share their personal philosophies of life. The organizers noted that offering tea has long been one of the most heartfelt gestures in Chinese culture.
1-Yuan Free Travel PK Tournament: Girl Blogger’s Hot Pick — Tokyo Kamakura “Slam Dunk” Scenes
To capture the free travel market, four rising stars and bloggers are campaigning for the “1-Yuan Free Travel” championship. The first week features a battle between the hottest cities — Tokyo and Seoul. Netizens can vote online for their favorite city and stand a chance to travel abroad for just 1 yuan. Among them, blogger Girl Yatou represents Tokyo and highly recommends the “Slam Dunk” scenes in Kamakura, calling them her “childhood memories” that are an absolute must-visit.
Traveling is stressful enough without worrying about sudden bathroom emergencies—this handy app helps you find the nearest toilet or shower in seconds.
There’s nothing worse than being caught in an urgent need to use the restroom, only to find none in sight. In densely populated Taiwan, public restrooms are abundant—a true blessing. But when traveling abroad, especially in sparsely populated areas, toilets can feel as rare as oases in the desert. Fortunately, some thoughtful apps have been designed specifically for travelers, offering a “find nearest restroom” service. You can even customize your preferences, such as showers or diaper-changing stations, with clear indications of whether there’s a fee.
Singapore Airlines Welcomes New Powerhouse: First Airbus A350 Delivered
Singapore Airlines officially took delivery of its first Airbus A350-900 aircraft on March 2 at the Airbus Delivery Centre in Toulouse, France. This marks the first of 67 A350s ordered by the airline, including 7 ultra-long-range ULR variants, making Singapore Airlines the launch customer for this model.
Wait for the little penguins to line up and head home—Melbourne’s Phillip Island counts down every day until they arrive!
Melbourne’s Phillip Island (also known as Penguin Island) is home to the world’s smallest species of penguin, the little penguin. Every evening after sunset, these adorable creatures swim back from the sea and waddle in orderly lines back to their burrows. The Penguin Island sanctuary employs staff who count down the penguins’ arrival time and tally their numbers daily, attracting many visitors who come to witness this heartwarming spectacle. No matter how chilly the sea breeze may be, seeing this incredibly cute scene is totally worth it!
Capital’s “Most Haunted House”? Chaonei No. 81 to Reopen in October After Renovation
The dilapidated state of Beijing’s Chaonei No. 81, coupled with eerie rumors, once earned it the title of “the capital’s most haunted house.” However, the two buildings on the site were originally constructed during the Republican era as training facilities for the American Catholic Church. Recently, the buildings have been closed off for renovation, with plans to reopen to visitors this October.
The largest branch nationwide！Chaofang Neihu Branch has 350 seats—twice as many as the Nanjing Branch
The first branch of “Chaofang Hong Kong-Style Dim Sum Buffet” under Kaohsiung’s Daba Catering Group to expand northward, the Breeze Nanjing Branch, has been fully booked since its opening. Now, Chaofang Taipei Neihu InBase Branch will officially open on March 8. With a whopping 350 seats, it is the largest branch in Taiwan and twice the size of the Nanjing Branch. In addition to more seating, it also introduces many new dishes, such as spicy chili crab, freshly cooked fish slice soup, handmade satay seafood vermicelli pot, and limited-time, fixed-supply Hong Kong-style braised beef tendon.
Overnight visitors increased by 30% in January; Macau becomes a key choice for Taiwanese travelers
The Macao Special Administrative Region Government Tourism Office held spring receptions and industry networking events in Taiwan on the 3rd and 4th to introduce this year’s key initiatives and promote tourism products and festive events, while also strengthening exchanges and cooperation with Taiwan’s industry and media. The goal is to expand the Taiwanese visitor base and attract diverse traveler groups. Macao Government Tourism Office Director Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes noted that the continuous growth of Taiwanese visitors to Macau shows that Macau has become one of the top choices for Taiwanese travelers.
12 consecutive days of "Singapore Design Week" — recognized by the United Nations as a City of Design and Creativity
Singapore was officially named a "City of Design and Creativity" by UNESCO in 2015, and from March 8 to 20 this year, the third "Singapore Design Week" will be held, creating an Asian creative exchange platform and design space. It is expected to attract professionals from the design industry, business owners, and design students.
Mayor Ko Wen-je’s Hotel Stay Becomes Pilgrimage Spot; Businesses Offer 70% Off Discounts Amid “One-Day Two Towers” Craze
Following his January cycling challenge of the “One-Day Two Cities” route, Taipei Mayor Ko Wen-je upped the ante at the end of February by tackling the more demanding “One-Day Two Towers.” Originally planning to keep a low profile and not disclose the detailed route to avoid public attention, even the hotel he stayed at that night was leaked, attracting numerous Ko fans who came to pay homage and specifically requested the same suite the mayor had used. Clever businesses have also rolled out discounts—those who cycle and check in can enjoy accommodation and dining deals at 30% to 50% off.
Tired of cakes and pastries for afternoon tea? Try a fresh mussel pot delivered straight from Matsu.
Looking for something other than sweets for afternoon tea? Outing Café & Bar, a trendy bistro, launched its “Classic Tipsy Afternoon” menu series this spring. Unlike the usual cake- and pancake-filled afternoon tea offerings, it features a daily fresh mussel pot delivered straight from Matsu, paired with crispy fries and handcrafted craft beer or white wine. Especially with the large shady area in front of the store, enjoying a mussel pot here offers a delightful European-style culinary vibe.
Japan’s Limited-Time “Kumamon Station” for Six Months Also Features the Adorable Kumamon Stationmaster’s Office
Kumamon Now Has Its Own JR Station ! To commemorate the fifth anniversary of the Kyushu Shinkansen’s Kagoshima route opening, JR Kumamoto Station has been temporarily renamed “Kumamon Station” (くまモン駅) until the end of September.