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2016 Restaurant Week kicks off with 63 restaurants across Taiwan participating
EZTABLE will hold an expanded "2016 Restaurant Week" from September 19 to October 2, featuring exclusive set menus and special prices at 63 top-tier restaurants nationwide, allowing you to enjoy luxury dining at half the price. Reservations are now open, with lunch options at NT$699 and NT$999, and dinner options at NT$999, NT$1199, and NT$1599.
Good morning, Taipei！8%ICE has launched a breakfast shop at SOGO Zhongxiao Branch.
Following its ice cream shops and hybrid restaurants, 8%ICE has officially entered the breakfast market. Its new brand, 8％ICE CAFE, officially opened on September 8th at Pacific SOGO Zhongxiao Branch. The newly opened 8％ICE CAFE focuses on brunch and afternoon tea, with its popular recommendation being the “Classic Eggs Benedict,” while the afternoon tea menu highlights “Seasonal Fruit French Toast.”
"Jurassic Park" Painted Rice Fields Have Arrived – Triceratops and Brachiosaurus Make an Appearance
The Q-version "Jurassic Park"-themed painted rice fields have made their debut in Yuanli, Miaoli. Using four different colored seedlings, the colorful rice forms patterns of a triceratops and a brachiosaurus — absolutely adorable.
RALLY NIPPON to Return to Taiwan: 70 Japanese Classic Cars to Tour the Island in November
In 2013, Japan’s “RALLY NIPPON” held a four-day, three-night island-wide rally in Taiwan as a gesture of gratitude for Taiwan’s support following the 311 Great East Japan Earthquake. Moved by the warm response from the Taiwanese people, they have decided to hold “RALLY NIPPON in TAIWAN 2016” this November, with the theme “Bond X Companion,” expressing the hope that the deep friendship between Japan and Taiwan will last forever.
Where to shop in Malaysia? 5 Fashionable Malls That Will Drive Travelers Wild
Johor Bahru is Malaysia’s second-largest city, located in the triangular area between Singapore, Indonesia, and Malaysia. Thanks to its strategic location, it attracts many tourists from neighboring countries looking to vacation and shop. The local retail industry has capitalized on this tourism opportunity, leading to a proliferation of malls. Future travelers planning a trip to Malaysia can refer to the following five shopping destinations in Johor Bahru.
Limited time offer！All-you-can-eat Malaysian cuisine at Taipei Far Eastern Hotel – plus lobster for dinner
The all-you-can-eat restaurant “Far Eastern Cafe” at Taipei Far Eastern Hotel, Shangri-La, has launched a limited-time Malaysian cuisine promotion starting today. Renowned chefs Anis Rusydan and Chong Chun Fai from Shangri-La Kuala Lumpur have specially curated an exquisite menu featuring rich aromas and cultural elements of Malaysia. Diners who visit during dinner will also receive a complimentary Canadian lobster to satisfy their taste buds. The promotion runs only until September 11.
The battery can explode! Three Australian airlines ban Note7 from being charged on planes
Passengers who purchased the Samsung Galaxy Note7 should take note: due to multiple incidents of the Note7 catching fire or exploding, airlines including Qantas, Jetstar, and Virgin Australia have all prohibited passengers from charging their Note7 phones on flights.
Vibrant colors create a rainbow boulevard—Kaohsiung’s Jiaxian district revives the stunning “Umbrella Street”!
Previously, Umbrella Street in Houyi Commercial District of Kaohsiung City captured attention both domestically and internationally. Although it had to be taken down eventually due to budget constraints and disaster prevention considerations, many people expressed their disappointment. But this eye-catching umbrella street scenery isn’t limited to Houyi—currently, Cat Alley in Jiaxian District also has umbrellas hanging high, with 336 umbrellas in six colors creating a unique umbrella street that adds a splash of brilliant color to Cat Alley.
Hemeili 3D Painting Village Is a Hotspot for Check-ins: An Ocean Stroll Map Helps You Find the Sperm Whale
Located in Chiayi, Hemeili combines art with the local fishing village culture to create distinctive ocean-themed 3D painted murals, which have become a popular attraction for tourists to take photos and check in. To help visitors fully enjoy the 3D ocean world, the official fan page of the Yunlin-Kaohsiung-Tainan Coastal National Scenic Area has specially created an Ocean World Stroll Map for reference.
Eye-catching ice treats at Kaohsiung night markets: Post-90s entrepreneurs serve up popular Thai-style shaved ice
Kaohsiung now has Thai-style shaved ice too!\nThe "38°C Yage Shaved Ice Roll" at Fengshan Youth Night Market serves up the currently trendy Thai-style shaved ice. The preparation method is quite eye-catching, the desserts are vibrant and beautiful, and all items are made to order. Selling around a hundred bowls a day, they are especially popular among younger crowds.
Fly to Vietnam for pho – Vanilla Air Taipei–Ho Chi Minh City one-way for just NT$648
Vanilla Air will launch its Taipei–Ho Chi Minh City route on September 14. From 18:00 on September 9 to 22:30 on September 15, it is offering a promotional fare of NT$648 for a one-way ticket, with a further NT$3,000 off for round-trip tickets including taxes and fees.
Where to find delicious food in Taoyuan City? These 30 gold-medal eateries are expert-approved
After a two-stage selection process by six food experts, the Taoyuan City Gold Medal Eateries campaign has officially chosen 30 “Gold Medal Eateries,” including 16 serving Chinese cuisine and 14 offering international dishes. Meanwhile, the Taoyuan City Government has also launched a “Spend & Win Vouchers” promotion, paired with exclusive in-store offers from participating restaurants, making it easy for the public to enjoy the authentic flavors of Taoyuan.
The breathtaking sea view is absolutely enchanting！ A romantic café on the north coast with pure white rowboats
The vast ocean always brings a sense of healing, instantly relaxing the mood. The highly praised "Isabella Beach Café" not only offers an unbeatable sea view, but also allows you to dine and ride in a specially designed waterscape area aboard pure white rowboats！ It’s as romantic as a TV drama scene — perfect photo opportunities everywhere that can quickly max out any girl’s phone storage.
Cathay Pacific Teams Up with 32nd Mansion to Serve Hong Kong-Style Dishes on Board, Including Dongpo Pork with Turnip Cake
Cathay Pacific today announced a collaboration with 32nd Mansion to introduce a series of new in-flight delicacies for passengers. 32nd Mansion is a brand under the award-winning Maximal Concepts hospitality group. Starting in September, a variety of new dishes will be available on selected long-haul flights departing from Hong Kong, including routes to Australia, Europe, and North America, for passengers in all cabin classes.
【Editorial】Limited-time offer for three days only: Jetstar “Buy your outbound flight, get your return flight free!”
Direct flights from Taipei to Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Singapore — buy your outbound ticket, and Jetstar gives you your return for free. From now until September 10th or while supplies last, for just three days, return flights to these four direct destinations require only airport taxes and surcharges, helping you save on your trip.
Howard Plaza Hotel transforms family-friendly spaces & unveils Taiwan’s only “Le Petit Prince Room”
The hotel captures the family travel market! Kaohsiung’s Howard Plaza Hotel has invested millions to renovate family rooms, and starting September 1st, it will launch 10 themed rooms — including Taiwan’s only “Le Petit Prince (The Little Prince) themed room”, as well as a baby exploration room and a camping picnic room, offering 0–10-year-old children a whole new world, while parents can also join in the fun.
Skip the BBQ this Mid-Autumn Festival — enjoy a free butter lobster at The Regent Taipei’s Cloud Hall
While barbecues and moon-gazing have become the norm during the Mid-Autumn Festival, The Regent Taipei is skipping the barbecue route and instead launching the “Cloud Hall Mid-Autumn Lobster Month.” From now until September 30, diners who order a main course (starting from NT$1,280 + 10%) during the Cloud Hall semi-buffet service can enjoy a complimentary butter lobster.
Peach Aviation Taipei/Kaohsiung–Osaka from NT$980 Valid during the autumn foliage season as well
Peach Aviation will launch a 24-hour promotional sale starting at 00:00 on September 10 for flights to Japanese destinations such as Osaka, Okinawa, and Tokyo, with one-way fares starting as low as NT$980.
Nine airlines have banned the Note7
Due to a series of explosions involving the Samsung Galaxy Note 7, leading to a global recall. Airlines including China Airlines, EVA Air, Singapore Airlines, and TransAsia Airways have issued bans on the Note7. However, according to a report by foreign media Aju Business Daily, despite the global recall, the South Korean government will not ban the use of the Note7 on airplanes.
A dreamy rose wall for all your photo needs—and a dessert shop beloved by girls for its ooey-gooey treats
Just the mention of "ooey-gooey" makes mouths water, and some creative vendors have taken it up a notch by developing various "bursting toast boxes." The long, stretchy cheese strands that ooze out when you bite in are simply irresistible. Plus, the shop features an entire rose wall, perfect for taking dreamy, fairy-tale photos that have completely captivated girls.