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Yilan’s Rokkaku Horse Park is brimming with fairy-tale charm — rocking horses and seesaws to open in July
Located right behind the Sanxing Scallion Culture Museum, the former site of the Sanxing Railway Station has been transformed. Ahead of Children’s Day last year, the township office reintroduced an authentic rocking Rokkaku Horse as a delightful surprise for children. The 8.3-meter-tall and 6.4-meter-tall yellow Rokkaku Horse has become a new landmark of Sanxing Township, and the area has been renamed Rokkaku Horse Park.
Hydrangeas in Full Bloom: A Romantic Summer Date in Miaoli’s Hidden Purple Stream Wonderland
A single photo of hydrangeas made Taiwan famous overseas. Since being posted on Instagram’s official account, it has garnered over 1.5 million “likes.” Hydrangeas have become this summer’s hottest check-in hashtag. In addition to Yangmingshan’s well-known Gao Family Hydrangea Fields, another hidden hydrangea paradise in Taiwan is tucked away in the mountains of Miaoli.
Starting July, fees apply at Dongshan River Eco Green Boat—free for Yilan residents
Yilan’s Dongshan River Eco Oasis features Taiwan’s only railway that runs through the park, with vast greenery and convenient transportation, making it a popular tourist spot in Dongshan Township. To align with the user-pays principle, the Yilan County Government announced that starting July 1, an on-site cleaning and maintenance fee of NT$30 per person will be charged.
Eat a slice of the Italian flag—ultra-rich cheese pasta that melts hearts online
Unlike regular pasta, "nowplace now" introduces its "Extra Cheese Tricolor Pasta," featuring two special spices paired with an abundance of cheese to create bold red, white, and green stripes. It’s like devouring the entire Italian flag, and the super creamy sauce has won over countless taste buds, becoming a must-try signature dish.
A 47-year-old flavor passed down in Tainan — braised snacks pair perfectly with beer!
Friends from northern Taiwan especially love heading to Tainan on holidays. Maybe it's the laid-back pace of life, the sun that can turn you golden brown, the warmth of the locals, or definitely the delicious street food.
Dive into a cool mountain forest retreat！ Pingtung’s Shuangliu Waterfall reopens on July 1
If you’d rather not soak up the sun at the beach this summer, head into the mountains to enjoy the forest’s fresh air instead！ The Shuangliu National Forest Recreation Area in Pingtung boasts a rich diversity of flora and fauna, offering visitors a healing experience amidst lush greenery. The coolest spot in the park—Shuangliu Waterfall—will also reopen on July 1.
With a unique charm of time-worn beauty, the historical drama "Sulfur Here in the Mountains" was filmed at Fuyang Park
Taipei’s scenic Fuyang Nature Ecological Park in Da’an District is not only a beloved spot for locals to stroll and relax, but its distinctive aura of aged grandeur also attracted the production team of the historical documentary "Sulfur Here in the Mountains" to film on location. By bringing Fuyang Park to the big screen, the crew hopes to renew public interest in the area’s past history and deepen everyone’s connection with nature and the land.
A must-visit this time around — the Miffy Park in Bali has extended its adorable exhibition period!
The fresh and adorable Miffy the rabbit has been in Taiwan’s Bali Cultural Park for nearly a year. To continue providing residents with a lively, cute, and story-rich creative leisure space, the New Taipei City Government, before the Miffy licensing rights expired, renegotiated with the Miffy licensing agent and secured another one-year authorization. The public is invited to seize the opportunity to play and explore at Miffy Park and get to know this guest from the Netherlands.
The Taipei Garden Café at Tiancheng TICC also offers pour-over coffee – 5 flavors, starting at NT$150
Capitalizing on the pour-over coffee trend, the Taipei Garden Café at Tiancheng Hotel TICC World Trade Hall has launched five pour-over coffee options starting today. These include light roast “Yirgacheffe” and “Cascalores,” medium roast “Guatemala” and “Kenya AA,” as well as dark roast “Mandheling.” Each cup is priced from NT$150 plus 10% service charge and is available during the daily afternoon tea period.
Culinary Journeys at the Table: 8 Style-Rich Restaurants in Taipei Loved by Locals, Curated by Asia Miles
Love food but sometimes unsure where to go? This summer, Asia Miles has handpicked 8 stylish restaurants beloved by Taipei locals—come take a “culinary journey at the table.”
The Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed that holders of Republic of China passports can enjoy visa on arrival when traveling to Qatar.
Recently, DOHA NEWS reported that Qatar has introduced visa on arrival benefits for over 30 countries, including the Republic of China (Taiwan). Tonight (27th), the Ministry of Foreign Affairs confirmed this news—Qatar’s government announced on the 22nd that holders of Republic of China passports are eligible for visa on arrival, allowing them to legally stay in Qatar for up to 30 days. This will make future travel to Qatar more convenient.
The capybara exhibition moves to Taichung’s Lihpao Outlet Mall, featuring super-cute themed meals
The adorable capybara, with its heart-melting cuteness that wins over both adults and children, has arrived in Taichung！The “Capybara Dreamland” exhibition, jointly organized by Japan’s Bandai, TRYWORKS (the creators of Capybara), and Lihpao Outlet Mall, kicked off on June 23 and will run until September 24. In addition to the exhibition, there will be a variety of merchandise and a limited-time capybara-themed restaurant offering cute capybara-inspired meals.
Beat the summer heat with a paddle trip: Travel enthusiasts recommend 4 top "canoeing" spots
Canoeing is one of the water activities that has gained popularity in Taiwan in recent years. Whether gliding across vast seas or calm lakes, paddling at a leisurely pace allows you to savor the beauty of summer, with a serene atmosphere that captivates many. ETNEWS Travel Cloud has handpicked the 4 most scenic canoeing spots. Don’t miss out on this fun experience this summer!(The trip duration is approximately 3–4 hours. For safety reasons, please sign up with a licensed travel agency.)
Walk on Clouds and Overlook Kaohsiung from Above – The New Sky Corridor “Gangshan Eye” Opens in October
To boost tourism in the Gangshan and Yanchao areas, Kaohsiung is constructing a new sky-viewing corridor called “Gangshan Eye,” which is expected to open as early as October. Once completed, visitors will be able to gaze at the scenery of Beinanwu Mountain, located 60 kilometers away, from the sky corridor, making it a new highlight for Kaohsiung tourism.
A girls' favorite: Taichung’s new juice shop boasts a dreamy cloud wall and marble wall
Another girls’ photo hotspot in Taichung has emerged — the newly opened “Polly Niu Niu” in April is a freshly made juice shop that perfectly blends milk and fruit. The store is decorated in soft pink hues, with the cloud wall being the ultimate dreamy highlight and the marble wall exuding ultra-luxurious vibes. Its romantic design has made it an IG-check-in sensation less than two months after opening, with popularity skyrocketing.
Newly Opened Dreamy Ice Cream Shop in Banqiao: A Must-Try Super-Q Watermelon Snow Ice for Girls!
Another cute ice shop has opened in Banqiao that specializes in adorable frozen treats. Nestled near Fuzhong Metro Station, la maison a little nest has just launched recently. The small shop features an incredibly charming interior. With cloud decorations floating in the air and green plants everywhere, it’s highly photogenic. On a hot day when you’re tired from shopping, duck in here to escape the heat and enjoy a pink snow ice served in a watermelon bowl!
Asia’s Best!“Hualien Harmony Hotel” Upgrades Family Facilities – Now with Rock Climbing & Sandcastle Fun
In recent years, the family travel market has become a major trend. With summer vacation approaching, the “Hualien Harmony Hotel,” ranked No. 1 among Asia’s best family-friendly hotels by TripAdvisor, has launched summer activities for families. Not only have its family facilities been comprehensively upgraded, but kids can also enjoy unrestricted play.
Shop more in Japan now！Peach Aviation unveils 3 new fare types with 2 free checked bags
Japanese low-cost carrier Peach Aviation, which will add new Taipei-Sapporo and Taipei-Sendai routes in September, has offered two fare types—Happy Peach and Happy Peach Plus—since its launch. In recent years, aside from the growing trend of “same-day overseas trips,” there are also many travelers visiting family or returning to their hometowns. To meet diverse travel needs, Peach Aviation is introducing three newly revised fare types, making it easier and more convenient for passengers to enjoy their journeys.
Hyper-realistic VR shooting game "Battle for Survival" – only available at Lihpao VR Experience Center
With the Lihpao International Circuit, built by the Lihpao Group, beginning trial operations in April, this summer will see the addition of Taiwan’s largest virtual reality experience center – VR Formula, covering over 250 ping. It is set to officially open on July 1st, featuring VR machines including the VR movement-based shooting game “Battle for Survival,” the VR racing game “Speed Conqueror,” and the VR motorcycle game “Moto Championship.” Zhu Kangzhen, General Manager of Lihpao International Circuit, stated that the total investment exceeded NT$20 million.
Can't get a seat at Ippudo? Try these 3 other famous Japanese tonkotsu ramen shops
Since its opening on June 15, Ippudo has not only been a hot topic but also set a record for the longest continuous queue in Hong Kong. Although the hype has died down slightly recently, diners still have to wait 1–2 hours during peak hours to get a bowl. In fact, in recent years, Japanese ramen chains have continued to expand into Taiwan. Aside from Ippudo, there are three other ramen shops in Taipei that also come from Japan and feature tonkotsu broth — their flavors are no less impressive than Ippudo’s.