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2-hour direct route launched: Tainan Anping–Dongji Islet, sailing from May 28
Travelers or those heading home can now take a boat from Tainan to Penghu in just two hours. Responding to the inconvenience faced by island residents who previously had to spend half a day traveling from the mainland, an operator has purchased its own vessel and applied for a new route. Starting May 28, regular ferry services between Tainan Anping and Dongji Islet in Penghu will officially begin.
A 50-year legacy of Yunlin’s nostalgic frozen treats – sandwich ice, fruit sherbet ice
Left Douliu at noon when the weather was a bit muggy, so we decided to head to Huwei for some ice cream and also stop by the Xinglong Towel Factory we visited two years ago to pick up some souvenirs. On the way from Douliu to Huwei, there’s a cat-painted community – these kinds of spots have become quite common in recent years, so it’s worth a quick look~
Traveling the city by jogging: HNA General Manager says it’s even more fun than Discovery
Keen observers may have noticed that China Airlines recently made subtle changes to the color of the giant eagle "Haidongqing" on its logo—slightly different from before, now more vibrant and youthful. This slight change mirrors the vitality and transformation that General Manager Han Liangzhong has infused into China Airlines, as well as his preferred way of traveling: jogging.
Fireflies can be seen during the day too！ A decade-long effort to revive the Pixie Firefly Museum in Guishan
Can you see fireflies during the day? Located in Guishan District, Taoyuan, the Pixie Firefly Museum, operated by director Qiu Mingde, has been nurtured and restored over ten years of dedication. Inside the museum, visitors can enjoy watching fireflies flutter without being affected or limited by weather conditions. Additionally, as the tung blossom season has recently begun, visitors can admire both fireflies and blossoms for a truly delightful experience.
Dayeh Takao Shopping Street to open on the 9th – no parking available for a week to avoid traffic congestion
Taiwan’s first mall with pre-check-in for flights—Kaohsiung’s “Dayeh Takao Shopping Street”—will officially open on May 9. However, considering the expected surge of vehicles right after opening that could impact traffic, Dayeh Takao Shopping Street has announced that the parking lot will not be available for the first week after opening. Visitors will need to plan ahead.
Promotion{JWhite Asparagus！Puli Town Holds “Beauty Legs Princess” Selection Contest, Open to 16-Year-Olds
The annual highlight in Puli, Nantou— the “Nantou Beauty Legs Princess Selection” competition—is back. Any unmarried woman aged 16 or older who is willing to promote Puli’s white asparagus industry and tourism marketing is eligible to become a “Beauty Legs Princess.”
Qbouagi Ren’ai Store Grand Opening: Limited Pork Cutlet Tsukemen Available Until June 8
Qbouagi, a highly acclaimed ramen shop in Taiwan, is opening its sixth branch—the Ren’ai Store—on May 9. Chef Ikuta Tomoshi has specially created a new limited-edition ramen called “Special King” Pork Cutlet Tsukemen, available only 88 bowls per day at NT$300 each, and will only be sold until June 8.
Cyclists’ delight: The refurbished bicycle towing path under Fuzhou Bridge in New Taipei is now complete
The improvement project for the bicycle towing path downstream of Fuzhou Bridge on the right bank of the Dahan River in New Taipei City has recently been completed and is now open to the public. The original towing path along the outer dike downstream of Fuzhou Bridge on the right bank of the Dahan River was a spiral staircase, but after the improvement, it has now been transformed into a gentler stairway-style towing path. The towing path has stairways about 1 meter wide on both sides for pedestrians, while the middle features a 0.6-meter-wide towing channel for bicycles.
Celebrate Mother's Day: Tigerair Taiwan offers 25% off on 13 routes
As Mother’s Day approaches, Tigerair Taiwan will launch a special marketing campaign tomorrow. The promotion applies to flights to 13 destinations including Tokyo (Narita, Haneda), Osaka, Nagoya, Okinawa, Fukuoka, Singapore, Bangkok Don Mueang, Zhangjiajie, Macau, Kota Kinabalu, as well as South Korea’s Daegu (opening in 5 days) and Sendai (opening on June 29), all offering 25% off.
6 Must-Buy Thai Snacks for Your Trip to Thailand: The Spicier, the More Popular — Unique Flavors That Are Addictive
Thailand and Taiwan are quite close in terms of geography, currency value, and time difference, naturally making it a favorite holiday destination for many. Another universally acknowledged reason is that “Thailand is great for shopping!” Netizens have shared 6 must-buy snacks when visiting Thailand, including the famous Oishi seaweed snacks and MAMA instant noodles. Many of these snacks are known to be the spicier, the better-selling, making them irresistible souvenirs for any trip to Thailand.
Men’s Kitchen Spring Special Edition: 5 Delicious & Filling Picnic Dishes
With spring in full bloom, it's the perfect season to head outdoors for some fun. Grab your picnic basket and enjoy a day out with friends. If you’re tired of just cookies, cakes, and drinks, and have a craving for something savory and filling, ETtoday EBC News Cloud has specially selected 5 classic recipes from renowned chef Men’s Kitchen 1+1. These dishes will surely be the star attraction at any picnic spot.
Universal Studios Japan’s “Minions Themed Room” is Here – Featuring a Crocodile Sofa and Rocket Bed
Attention Minions fans: the “Minions Themed Room” at Universal Studios Japan has officially opened. From April through October 7, for a full six months, you can sleep inside a rocket launcher from the Minions movies, go to bed and wake up with the Minions, and experience the novelty of being in a yellow-themed world.
Taiwan’s First Rideable “Jimmy Liao Bus” to Launch in August, Taking You on a Tour of Yilan
Since 2013, Yilan City has successively launched Jimmy Liao Square and Jimmy Liao Railway Station, using artistic installations to showcase the healing world from Jimmy Liao’s picture books, which has successfully boosted local tourism. To attract more visitors, Yilan City Government has collaborated with the Jimmy Liao team to launch two Jimmy Liao-themed buses, inspired by the stories *Starry Starry Night* and *Forget to Give You a Kiss*. These buses are expected to hit the road in August.
Yilan’s Popular Bear-Themed Family Restaurant Specializes in High-End Wagyu Hot Pot
Xiong Bao Hot Pot is a truly unique eatery. Many people assume it’s a family-friendly restaurant, but it’s actually a full-fledged high-end hot pot spot!! Let’s just say, in Yilan, places where you can enjoy premium wagyu, top-tier seafood, and Iberico pork~~among other high-quality ingredients—are few and far between, but you can find them here.
New way to explore Shirakawa-go in Japan: Slide 175 meters down into a fairy-tale village
When it comes to Japanese gassho villages, most Taiwanese travelers first think of Shirakawa-go. But actually, within one of Japan’s three great hot spring resorts — “Gero Onsen” — there is also a gassho village. Here, you can enjoy a foot bath, stroll among the thatched-roof houses in a kimono, and even hike halfway up the mountain to slide down a 175-meter-long slide, getting a fast-paced bird’s-eye view of this hot spring town’s gassho settlement from above.
A dolphin mom celebrates her first Mother’s Day – Kenting Marine Park prepares a seafood feast!
The dolphin mom “Baomei” at Kenting Marine Park gave birth last July, and this year marks her first Mother’s Day. The park specially prepared a “top-tier, abundant seafood feast” recently, with calories and ingredients carefully selected to celebrate the occasion. Many children also visited that day and drew cards for Baomei on-site, happily sharing that it was their first time celebrating Mother’s Day with a dolphin, leaving unforgettable memories.
Tainan Transparent Phone Booth Vending Machine to Sell “French Canelés” Starting Mid-May
Tainan’s Little Fresh Meat Milk Tea has launched another new product. Following the recent introduction of their phone booth vending machine, shop owner Lin Junke has introduced a new packaged French dessert — canelés. Also themed around the British-style phone booth, these are presented in an iron box and are handmade canelés. They are expected to go on sale in the vending machine starting mid-month, with a daily limit of 20.
Hundreds rush to climb it: Ruifang’s abandoned flue becomes a hotspot, locals worry: It’s toxic!
Recently, an adventure trend centered around ruins has emerged in the Shuijinjiu area of New Taipei City. Three abandoned flues that witnessed the mining era, with their surreal atmosphere and serpent-like presence coiled around the mountains, have become an alternative popular tourist attraction. However, local residents say these flues are dilapidated and toxic — extremely dangerous!
5 Kinds of “Souvenirs That Need a Second Thought” – Bring Home Travel Memories Safely!
During your travels, many travelers hope to buy some souvenirs to bring home delicious treats, useful items, and beautiful memories. However, with growing attention to energy conservation and carbon reduction, some businesses are approaching travel from a “sustainable tourism” perspective, educating employees and tourists against purchasing wildlife-related products. Besides the commonly known ivory and rhino horns, there are actually 5 types of items that you should “think carefully about” before buying, as they may unknowingly put you in legal trouble.
Ultra-dreamy desserts！Rainbow burst cheese hot toast — only available in southern Taiwan
Currently only available in Kaohsiung and Tainan！This popular hot burst toast in southern Taiwan features an authentic Canadian flavor, and has recently launched a super-dreamy rainbow cheese flavor. When you split the toast, five colors of cheese flow out delicately — the visual is incredibly enticing！The beautiful rainbow is created using natural plant and vegetable dyes to color the cheese, resulting in soft pastel hues.