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It’s not just Yangmingshan Mountain either！ Early spring flowers in full bloom – A beginner’s guide to flower viewing spots around Taipei City
In late winter and early spring, various areas of Taipei are in full bloom. The star performer, “cherry blossoms,” are at their peak. In addition to the Yangmingshan Cherry Blossom Festival, there are also many great cherry blossom viewing spots in Beitou and Neihu. Furthermore, the city offers riverside sunflowers, Maokong lupines, and Chiang Kai-shek Memorial Hall tulips, all adding a romantic touch of spring to the urban landscape. Why not take a stroll outside during this season of blooming flowers?
The skies are almost bursting with airplanes—can you guess how many? Three common questions about air travel
Humans have been traveling by plane for just over 100 years, but nowadays the skies seem packed with aircraft. On clear, sunny days, it’s common to see the trails of planes flying overhead. According to data from the International Air Transport Association (IATA), commercial planes carried around 4 billion passengers this year—nearly double the number from 12 years ago. Just how many airplanes are actually flying in the sky? The Daily Telegraph has compiled answers to several common aviation-related questions.
Eating grilled meat alone can be just as satisfying too！ Recommended “6 Solo Dining Spots in Hongdae, Seoul”
Seoul isn’t really the best place for solo dining, do you agree? Axi once had an interview assignment in Seoul for a full 20 days. To save on transportation costs, she went around alone the whole time—even meals were eaten solo. She thought it wouldn’t be a big deal, but then realized that in their culture, eating alone can seem strange. People might assume you have no friends, and some restaurants even refuse to serve solo diners...
Yunlang Tourism Launches One-Stop Wedding Banquet Services: Book a Wedding Banquet and Get Wedding Photography, Rings, and Honeymoon
To capture the wedding banquet market across Taiwan, Yunlang Tourism Group has united seven of its external catering brands—including Yiping Grand Hotel, Hanpin Hotel, and Zhaopin Hotel—under a new group wedding banquet package called “2017 Yunlang Wedding Banquet 94 Crazy.” For bookings of 25 tables or more on designated dates, starting at NT$12,888+10% per table, the package includes not only wedding photography, suits, invitations, and wedding cakes, but also generously covers the couple’s honeymoon and wedding rings.
Alternative discount alert: Get 10% off at Little Mongolian if you finish your hotpot bottom!
The all-you-can-eat spicy health hotpot "Little Mongolian" recently announced on its fan page that it will launch a full-month "10% off if you finish your hotpot bottom" promotion in March. Customers can enjoy a 10% discount as long as they finish all the additional ingredients they ordered, excluding the original soup base ingredients.
Lie on the grass listening to music, enjoy the night view from a rooftop bar – A lazy spring getaway in Kaohsiung
What can you do on a spring holiday besides flower viewing? Spring art fills the air in Kaohsiung. The Indigo Hotel has partnered with the Kaohsiung Philharmonic Arts Foundation to host an exclusive outdoor symphonic event just for spring, allowing visitors to lie on the grass at the Kaohsiung Museum of Fine Arts and spend a relaxing, leisurely evening.
Yongheng Cultural and Creative Park Transforms into a Snow Park – Eye-Catching Custom Slides and Dreamy Ice Bars
When cold weather comes to mind, snow play is often the first thing people think of. “Yongheng Cultural and Creative Park” has partnered with “Snow Joy” to launch a special winter-themed amusement park. In addition to widespread artificial snow, the park features a 100-meter ski slope, an ice bar kept at minus eight degrees Celsius, and various themed installations, turning the area into a vibrant snowy wonderland that has excited netizens.
Embark on a deep adventure into the wilds of Thailand’s Koh Samui—explore waterfalls and experience thrilling “jungle flights”!
Want to escape the hustle and bustle of the city and find a serene place to rejuvenate your soul? Head straight for the embrace of a tropical island. With its abundant natural resources and crystal-clear waters, Thailand’s Koh Samui is full of breathtaking hidden gems. If you’re not up for snorkeling in the sea, plan a jungle adventure instead. Amid lush greenery, beautiful waterfalls cascade down, and you can sit on big rocks, listening to the murmuring streams and chirping birds, fully immersing yourself in nature.
Dessert lovers, take note: A Japanese-style shaved ice shop in Kaohsiung has launched an ultra-creative "Tiramisu Shaved Ice"
Have you ever tried Tiramisu-flavored shaved ice? Yanchengting, a Japanese-style shaved ice shop in Kaohsiung, incorporates various special ingredients into their shaved ice, specializing in unique flavors that are hard to find elsewhere. By combining soft, sweet desserts with traditional Japanese shaved ice, they’ve introduced Tiramisu Shaved Ice. Using local Taiwanese ingredients, they also offer a dreamy purple yam shaved ice made from Kagoshima purple sweet potatoes, as well as a bright yellow pumpkin shaved ice.
World’s Most Valuable Airline Brands China Southern Ranks 6th, First in China
According to the UK’s The Telegraph, British independent brand evaluation and consulting firm Brand Finance recently released its “2017 Top 50 Most Valuable Airline Brands in the World” ranking, with China Southern Airlines placing sixth and earning an AAA brand rating, ranking first among Chinese airlines.
Harvest 5 Million Stones Rice Experience: Explore the Secrets of a 170-Year-Old Japanese Brewery
Established in 1843, "Kirin Mountain" has a history of over 170 years and is now in its seventh generation of brewers. The name "Kirin Mountain" not only refers to the mountain in Tsugawa that resembles the mythical creature "Kirin," but also blesses customers with good fortune, as if visited by this auspicious beast.
Give yourself an extended holiday break！6 stunning visa-free islands where you can go on a whim
Feeling busy with work and want to give yourself a long break to relax? Islands with year-round spring-like weather, crystal-clear blue seas, and natural beauty are the top choices for a vacation. This article recommends 6 popular visa-free island destinations. Whether you’re planning a honeymoon or just need to recharge, these are great places you can head to on short notice.
A brunch spot in Kaohsiung run by “jokers”! Even their ice cubes are made from fresh milk
Have you ever been to a brunch shop run by “jokers”? Located in Kaohsiung and only open for three months, “Laughing man” is a brunch spot dedicated to spreading joy. With hearty ingredients—even their ice cubes are made from fresh milk—the white exterior gives off a rustic vibe, while the interior features a retro handmade style. Its compact, cozy layout creates a little world of its own, allowing guests to start their day in the most relaxed mood possible.
No need to go to Japan to buy it—Tokyo’s popular Jiyugaoka dessert shop “Kurofune” opens in Taiwan on March 7
Japanese desserts are making their way to Taiwan one after another. Kurofune, hailing from Tokyo’s premier dessert district Jiyugaoka and recommended as an elegant dessert shop not to be missed in the area, is set to open its first store in Taiwan on March 7. The location will be on B2F of SOGO Zhongxiao Branch, featuring signature items such as Castella cake, dorayaki, Castella crisps, and wavy waffles.
Japan’s Winter-Only “Snow Walk” – Step into a Fairy-Tale Forest Where the Little People Live
After visiting the enchanting Farm Galaxy Night Light-Up event at the must-see Ojiya’s Little Kongque Farm, what else is there to do? Nestled in the heavy snow region of Tohoku, snow scenery is never in short supply here. Leveraging the farm’s exceptional natural resources, Little Kongque Farm has launched a “Snow Walk” activity. Put on snowshoes and step into the woods, as if entering the fairy-tale forest where the Seven Dwarfs live – an experience that leaves a deep impression.
The second branch of Paris’s most delicious croissant shop will open at Banqiao Dayeh Mall in April
Created by the popular French chef Gontran Cherrier, whose eponymous bakery is famed for having the best croissants in Paris, Gontran Cherrier — hereafter referred to as GC — had a 15-day pop-up at Banqiao Dayeh Mall late last year. Now, GC will open its second store at Banqiao Dayeh Mall, with an expected opening in April.
Japan Food Carnival Kicks Off: 4 Famous Restaurants You Might Not Get to Eat at in Japan
Taiwanese people love Japanese cuisine, and Japanese businesses are also actively promoting it. The upcoming Japan Food Direct Delivery Carnival, set to launch on February 25, is organized by Japanese TV channel WAKUWAKU JAPAN. It features three main zones: the Japan Famous Restaurants Area, the Japan Food Stall Area, and the Japan Tea House Area. Among them, the Japan Famous Restaurants Area invites super-popular eateries that you might not even get to try when visiting Japan, such as Ginza Kyubey, Tsuruya Yoshinobu, Hibiya Matsumotoro, and the French patisserie Été, which will take turns making appearances.
Experience a slow-paced eco-journey on the Airport MRT Line 2 limited-time community tour routes at special prices!
With the opening of the Taoyuan Airport MRT, travelers can enjoy both urban and rural scenery along the route. Within Taoyuan City, the line passes through four administrative districts: Guishan, Luzhu, Dayuan, and Zhongli. To offer visitors a unique travel experience, the Taoyuan City Government is actively developing sightseeing opportunities along the various stations of the Airport MRT. Airport MRT Station A10 Shanbi is located in Luzhu District, near the Dagu Mountain and Kengzi Creek agricultural area, boasting abundant resources including Minnan cultural and historical architecture, pastoral landscapes, and friendly agriculture.
New walking and dining spot in Liu Chuan: Limited-edition Italian pineapple ice cream from Osaka
After two years of renovation and beautification by the Taichung City Water Resources Bureau, the once murky and foul-smelling Liu Chuan Canal has transformed into a sparkling new attraction, complete with limited-time artistic light displays. The area not only draws large crowds of visitors but has also boosted the local economy, giving rise to a variety of new food options. One of the newest additions is “Liu Chuan Ya,” which opened earlier this year tucked away in the alleys near the Taichung Literature Museum. This small shop exudes a strong Japanese vibe, with its white signboard featuring an adorable illustration of a pineapple bread.
Kicking your seatback like crazy is so annoying — 3 in-flight behaviors most disliked by 80% of Taiwanese
Airplanes are not only essential transport for travelers going around the world, but every flight also becomes part of your travel memories. But what passenger behaviors in the cabin do you find the most unbearable? Travel platform Expedia (智游网) has released a list of the “10 Most Annoying Passenger Types in Taiwan,” with those who drink too much alcohol before or during the flight topping the list of least favorite passengers.