Travel
Time to make a splash！Thailand’s largest water park opens with up to 50 attractions
For water fun in Thailand, Pattaya is a must-visit. In addition to its long stretches of beaches and the famous Cartoon Network Amazone Waterpark, on May 5, 2016, Pattaya unveiled a brand-new water park — “RamaYana WaterPark.” Covering an area of 184,000 square meters, it is currently the largest water park in Thailand.
Explore Hengchun by Sightseeing Bus: 4 Must-Visit Attractions in One Go!
A while back in March, during a lull in my schedule and with the weather being pleasantly cool, I booked the Peninsula Tour Guide Package offered by Hengchun Sightseeing Bus. It was also a chance to experience the West Peninsula Half-Day Tour during a less crowded time in March. Since I had signed up for the 1:40 PM slot and the weather that day was cool, I only brought water and a camera, then started my relaxing journey exploring the west of Hengchun by sightseeing bus.
Crispy-skinned, tender and juicy—Shilin’s popular takeout roast duck “three ways to enjoy one duck”!
Roast duck is one of my favorite dishes, whether from high-end restaurants, Chinese barbecue shops, or these takeout roast duck spots. Just focusing on the latter, my current favorites are “Jinfuji Crispy Skin Roast Duck” in Shilin and “Wanxiang Roast Duck” in Banqiao. Although I still sometimes stop by such roast duck shops to pick up half a duck to take home for nostalgia XD, I rarely find any that can match those two. That is, until I discovered this place, “Longjiang Roast Duck.”
Refreshing Japanese Seaweed Salad – A Perfect Izakaya Side Dish You Can Make at Home
Ingredients for seaweed salad: 10g mixed seaweed (including wakame, hijiki, ama-nori, and funori, available at Japanese supermarkets or organic stores), 2cm piece of daikon radish, 1/5 of a cucumber
New Taipei’s 7 Hidden Lotus Spots – The Largest Flower Field Covers 7 Hectares
Summer has arrived, and lotus flowers are in bloom. The New Taipei City Agriculture Bureau has compiled a list of seven hidden lotus-viewing spots across the city. Each location is within an hour’s drive from the downtown area, so locals and visitors alike can take advantage of free time to explore the refreshing beauty of lotuses in New Taipei.
The unique taste of vintage snacks—Moonlight Pork Rice with a raw egg yolk
Vintage pork rice topped with a moonlight (egg yolk)—a nostalgic yet creative twist that surprised me with its first bite. Its distinctive flavor is truly delightful.
Travel the North Coast on foot: Take in the scenic beauty of Bai Sha Bay and Fugui Cape
The North Coast boasts vast seascapes and unique scenery that attract many travelers. The Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications has specially organized the “Fugui Prosperity Creative Walking Event,” inviting visitors to explore the North Coast on foot. On July 30 at 16:30, the route will start from Bai Sha Bay Visitor Center, pass by Fugui Cape Lighthouse, and end at Fugui Cape Wind Art Camp, covering a 5K walking trail.
Fly-fishing at sea!\nUltra-detailed Taipei–Orchid Island travel info cheat sheet
Written on April 10, 2016 There are several ways to get from Taipei to Orchid Island. I’ve listed a few options here, all of which are optimized for time:
Transit flights through Abu Dhabi in the Middle East will cost more starting July
According to Lonely Planet, travelers flying with Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, or Emirates Airlines who transit through Abu Dhabi in the Middle East will now need to pay an additional fee.
Get your hands on Australian 9A wagyu and king crab at Taichung’s newly opened cast iron hot pot restaurant!
"Meat Soul Cast Iron Cuisine" is a cast iron hot pot restaurant that just opened at the end of May. Nowadays, hot pot restaurants all choose to open in the summer—counterintuitive, right? XD Prices start at NT$580 and go up to NT$1,580, placing it in the mid-to-high price range. I’ve noticed that the hot pot market in Taichung seems to be heading toward this refined route, focusing on premium ingredients rather than all-you-can-eat, which perfectly caters to another segment of diners.
Popular Japanese traditional house restaurant features a robot waiter that dances the wave dance!
The Kyushu region is famous for railway tourism, where distinctive and popular trains always attract many railway enthusiasts of all ages, making it a hotspot for family trips. In Saga Prefecture, Kyushu, there is a traditional house restaurant with a robot waiter dedicated to entertaining children—telling jokes, playing games, and even performing amusing dance moves. This robot has become the restaurant’s signature attraction, drawing visitors from all over.
Witness a Century of History at the Eucalyptus Green Avenue – Only One Tree Remains
This lone eucalyptus tree in Yilan has stood since the Japanese colonial period, reaching a century old and witnessing Taiwan’s experiences during World War II and the expansion of transportation infrastructure. Visitors passing by the Sanxing Bridge might want to take a moment to see this historic old tree.
4 budget airlines launch promotions on June 21 — Japan flight tickets for as low as NT$1,000 this summer vacation
Budget airlines including V Air and Peach Aviation are all launching promotional offers on June 21, with deals valid from June to October. The time frame covers peak summer vacation season, autumn, and other periods. Flight tickets to Japan start as low as NT$1,000, making it a great opportunity for travelers planning a summer trip to consider an affordable overseas journey with a budget airline.
Let’s go！ Little train enthusiasts — 3 selected scenic spots across Taiwan where you can ride mini trains
Summer vacation is just around the corner. Looking for something fun to do? Why not hop on a mini train that both kids and adults love, enjoy the cool breeze and take in the scenery — it’s incredibly refreshing. ETtoday EBC has specially rounded up three regularly operating passenger mini train attractions across Taiwan. This summer, let’s chase the wind together！
Fans, don’t go to the wrong place — the Star Wars R2-D2 livery plane has a new arrival date!
Attention fans — the ANA Star Wars R2-D2 livery plane, originally scheduled to arrive in Taiwan on June 21, is now expected to arrive on June 22. If you’re planning to catch a glimpse of the themed aircraft, be sure to check the latest aviation updates.
All-you-can-eat pasta and handmade cakes at unbeatable prices in Taipei’s East District
If you want to indulge in sweet and savory treats with your besties in Taipei’s East District, Pingzi wants to share a high-value all-you-can-eat cake and savory restaurant near Taipei Metro Zhongxiao Fuxing Station — Berry Berry Cobom Strawberry Workshop. The meal is abundant, the prices are friendly, and aside from main dishes, there's also a buffet bar. If you book more than a day in advance for afternoon tea or dinner during weekdays, you’ll instantly get a 10% discount. How can friends who love all-you-can-eat savory dishes and desserts miss out on such an East District gem?
Vietjet Air launches flights from Tainan to Ho Chi Minh City on June 22, with 100,000 free tickets still available
Starting June 18, Vietjet Air will increase its Taipei–Ho Chi Minh City flights to two daily, and will launch the Tainan–Ho Chi Minh City route on June 22. Vietjet also begins a promotion offering 100,000 free international tickets starting June 21.
Paris’s Best Croissant Shop GC 6/21 Early Soft Opening – 10% Off Before Official Launch
Reporter Huang Shiyuan / Taipei Report
Big Reveal: The Top 10 Features of Budget Airlines That Spark the Most Online Buzz
In recent years, budget airlines have become increasingly numerous, offering more destinations. If you want to travel abroad without breaking the bank, choose a low-cost carrier. DailyView’s Network Thermometer has released a list of the “Top 10 Features of Budget Airlines” that generate the most online discussion. Have questions about budget airlines? From whether meals are served onboard to if baggage requires extra fees, we unveil the mysteries of low-cost carriers all in one go.
Gourmet Wang Ruiyao: Black-and-White Sliced Dishes Make Full Use of Ingredients, Not Random Chopping
If you, like me, are a huge fan of Taiwanese street food, didn’t you get just as furious as I did when you read Wikipedia’s description of black-and-white sliced dishes? I hope relevant authorities such as the Tourism Bureau won’t take this lightly and will quickly assign specialists to review and correct the accuracy of Wikipedia’s descriptions of Taiwanese cuisine, because it’s truly unacceptable that black-and-white sliced dishes are described as: “a side dish that doesn’t emphasize knife skills or ingredient quality.”