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Visiting a bakery is a delight — these 3 in Kaohsiung feel like stepping into European alleyway shops
What comes to mind when you think of a bakery? These three popular bakeries in Kaohsiung give off an unmistakably European vibe. Not only are their interiors stylish and charming, but the freshly baked bread, carefully crafted by skilled bakers and taken from the oven to the shelf, fills the air with mouthwatering aromas that are simply irresistible — a must-try for any bread lover.
An excellent training ground for the heart!“The Silk Road Journey” brings serenity and reveals stunning landscapes.
I spent nearly a week lingering in Kashgar before finally heading to the Pamir Plateau. The reason I paused for so long wasn’t because ascending the plateau was particularly difficult or required extensive preparation, but simply because the very name of the place filled me—someone without gear or experience—with immense pressure just hearing it.
Korea’s super-popular dreamy “Flower Pork Belly” is now available in Kaohsiung!
I still remember my first visit to Da Yue for brunch over a year ago. After more than a year, the restaurant has expanded its menu options significantly and adjusted its operating hours. Recently, they’ve even started offering dinner and late-night snack services.
Americans absolutely love cornfield mazes – the biggest spans 24 hectares and will test your sense of direction!
Cornfield mazes are an activity many people want to try when traveling in the United States. In a country with such vast land, there's especially great potential to create many amazing works. Looking at these creations from above feels truly incredible. Unlike crop circles, most mazes have straightforward and easy-to-understand themes – would you like to give one a try?
Choose your travel companions wisely！Avoid these 7 types of travel “landmines”
It’s supposed to be a joyful thing to finally get a holiday and travel with friends, but if after the trip, that person disappears from your life, you really should think hard about why. Traveling is not the same as occasional hangouts—you’ll be living together briefly, and all your flaws will be fully exposed. But there’s always a reason behind everything. If you don’t want to end up on someone’s blacklist after the trip, avoid doing these 7 things:
A fairytale-like castle in Minxiong, Chiayi, filled with super cute teddy bears!
[Bear Big Village Forest Theme Leisure Park] is tucked away in the Touqiao Industrial Area of Minxiong Township, Chiayi County, making it a great family-friendly travel destination. The park is lush with greenery, shattering the stereotype that industrial zones are only filled with concrete buildings and machinery. With its fairytale-like castle and incredibly adorable teddy bears, since its establishment in 2015, it has attracted a constant stream of visitors of all ages.
The romantic atmosphere is in the air！ Hsinchu's Big City Mall unveils its 15-meter-tall Christmas tree with tonight’s lighting ceremony
As Christmas approaches, the Far Eastern Department Store Sogo Hsinchu also features a super dreamy giant Christmas tree, along with a large gingerbread house and a star-shaped LED light sea that illuminates the entrance. The tree will be lit up tonight, November 26th, at 6 PM, allowing nearby residents to soak in the festive Christmas spirit early.
Explore the harbor city by bike！6 themed routes through mountains, fields, coasts, lakes, wetlands, and harbors
Kaohsiung has been rated one of Asia's top five cycling cities by CNN. With its urban bays, fishing harbors, small villages, and friendly locals adding warmth to the city, the municipal government promotes six classic cycling routes. These allow visitors to slowly explore Kaohsiung’s mountains, fields, coasts, lakesides, wetlands, and harbors by bike—highly recommended for travelers visiting the city.
amba Ximen launches a Christmas Eve limited-time buffet — children under 5 dine free!
amba Taipei Ximending Yishe Hotel is offering a festive Christmas buffet at its "Eat Bar" restaurant on the fifth floor of the hotel from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM on December 24. The Christmas feast includes a variety of sumptuous self-service dishes such as freshly sliced grilled steak, Christmas roast turkey, and unlimited European-style spiced mulled wine. The price is NT$980+10% per adult, NT$590+10% per child aged 6–12, and children under 5 dine free. There will also be a live event where Santa Claus hands out gifts.
Up close with Yayoi Kusama — a Brazilian-Japanese fusion restaurant blending art, cuisine & sake
Walking along Lee Tung Avenue in Hong Kong’s Wan Chai, you can hardly miss a restaurant with an exceptionally bold style. This Brazilian-Japanese eatery called “DJAPA” gets particularly lively at night, with its first-floor bar packed with foreigners from all over. In addition to its eye-catching rows of “wine walls,” the entire restaurant's décor is uniquely striking. The large Japanese anime illustrations and colorful childlike lions inside create a wonderfully odd and contrasting vibe against the bar atmosphere.
Commute by sliding? LA’s skyscraper slide is insanely thrilling
According to CNN, the much-discussed Los Angeles SkySlide is a great opportunity to test your courage. Located between the 70th and 69th floors of the US Bank Tower, you can slide down the stairs—though travelers might want to make sure their hearts can handle the thrill.
Taiwan’s first-ever dessert gashapon machine debuts—four mysterious flavors up for grabs!
Vending machines have been popular for some time now and are widespread across various areas, but their novelty has faded. However, one business has taken the concept further by launching Taiwan’s first “dessert gashapon machine.” For just NT$60, you can get a capsule from a rocket-themed dispenser, combining fun with a mystery sweet treat—immediately sparking a new trend.
Switzerland’s Most Beautiful Slide: The “Blue Tears” by the Lake Are Right Before Your Eyes
Legend has it that a blue-eyed maiden shed an entire lake of blue tears due to her longing for her lover. This centuries-old, poignant tale adds a touch of romance to Switzerland’s “Blausee” (Blue Lake). Crystal-clear waters teem with freely swimming trout, while the breeze from the valley ripples the surface, as if soothing the maiden’s lonely heart—this mythical paradise is none other than this very spot.
It has an absolutely stunning night view—Front Street Coffee on Yangmingshan is a must-visit scenic restaurant.
I’ve heard about this restaurant “On the Roof” for ages, and it’s also listed as one of the top ten must-visit scenic restaurants on Yangmingshan. However, a friend also told me that the food here isn’t that great. It’s definitely okay for bringing a date to enjoy the view, but don’t expect too much in terms of taste.
Pride of Taiwan！Taro Turns into “Nüwa Mends the Sky” – Lee Chun-Ling Wins Gold in German Fruit Carving Competition
Lee Chun-Ling, a fruit carving artist at Tsui Ting, a Chinese restaurant under the Tiancheng Hotel Group, has won numerous international culinary awards. In October this year, he traveled to Germany once again to participate in the A-Class World Event of the 24th 2016 “IKA Culinary Olympics,” where he stood out among over 3,000 contestants from 53 countries. He won the gold medal in static fruit carving for his piece “Nüwa Mends the Sky” and a bronze medal in dynamic fruit carving for his creation “Maitreya Buddha.”
The "Spirit of Christmas" in London: Must-see dazzling angel light displays on Regent Street
Regent Street, a famous shopping street in London, recently held its Christmas lights switch-on ceremony on the 17th, marking the official start of the holiday season. According to the official website, this year’s event is more grandiose and sparkling than ever before, with the theme “The Spirit of Christmas,” recreating the look of the very first Regent Street lighting in 1954. The illuminated area will stretch from Regent Street, Piccadilly, St James’s, all the way to Waterloo Place.
A classic-style Tokyo-style Japanese restaurant in Taipei The eel rice is insanely delicious!
One day at noon, I went to Xinben intending to order eel rice, but it was sold out just an hour after opening. Since I hadn’t had eel rice all year, I recently booked a table at YuXin, a place I’d never been to before.
Stroll charmingly through a European-style manor castle！ An enchanting romantic wonderland in Taichung where you’ll never run out of beautiful photo ops
Have you ever imagined yourself as a princess or prince, strolling leisurely through a vast European-style manor on a relaxing afternoon? The "Xinshe Castle Garden," which has gone viral on IG, features a sprawling estate that includes castle structures, stone-paved pathways, lake bridges, and a winery restaurant—crafted to resemble an aristocratic domain from the Middle Ages. Beyond sightseeing, you can snap stunning photos everywhere, hence earning its reputation as a romantic wonderland.
The World’s Most Beautiful Banknotes！ Norway’s New Bills Feature the Ocean, Cod, and Viking Ships
A new banknote unveiling might not sound exciting to many, but Norway’s recently released bills have generated a lot of anticipation because their designs are full of artistic flair and Nordic charm！
Little Jasmine next to Tainan Park: A chicken thigh burger with unique flavors!
One evening when S’s family had dinner at Mandala for Italian pasta, we discovered this shop. A few days later in the morning, I came here with my little one for breakfast. The first experience was good, so I decided to visit a few more times before writing a proper review.