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See the aurora borealis～4 unique new ways to experience it, one trip, countless unforgettable moments!
Under the dazzling northern lights, you can also experience the lifestyle of indigenous peoples; or take a side trip to nearby national parks and stay in a castle hotel; or cruise northward on a luxury ship to admire the aurora while taking in the fjord scenery. Wufu Travel takes you on a uniquely fun aurora-chasing adventure—Let’s Go!
Would you dare to try eye and organ chocolates? The "Magic Workshop" in Xitou Monster Village has just opened
Beloved by both kids and adults, Xitou Monster Village is a great summer getaway. During July and August, it’s hosting the "Mountain Monster Culture Festival" series, featuring a lineup of fun activities and exciting performances that let families enjoy their summer vacation with monsters in the forest. Additionally, the chocolate magic workshop "w?o" in Xitou Monster Village has officially opened Up！
Travel freely to Kyushu, Macau, and Bangkok with ease, and fly from Kaohsiung to Hong Kong to meet superheroes
How should you plan your independent travel? Not only do you need to consider flight schedules, but also choose hotels and gather local transportation information... It takes so much time to do the research. Don’t worry—GoHappy Travel has planned the ultimate independent travel packages for you, with carefully selected accommodations, flights, and activities, plus multiple route options. Feel the excitement and act now!
Taipei’s New Popular Attraction: The “Universiade Train Carriage” – Here’s How Netizens Capture Stunning Photos!
Recently, Taipei has gained a highly photogenic limited-time “mobile attraction” that lets you take beautiful Instagram-worthy shots while riding the MRT. To welcome the Taipei Universiade this August, MRT carriages have received a fresh new look, featuring interior designs themed around track and field, soccer, baseball, basketball, swimming, and field throwing events. These special carriages run at fixed times each day, but spotting one of these hidden Universiade-themed carriages isn’t easy unless you’re deliberately trying to find one.
What the?! Travel to your heart’s content for just 20,000 NT – a fresh budget-friendly travel option
Want to go on a shopping spree in Japan? Planning a romantic getaway with your special someone? Or maybe a fun trip with your girls to enjoy great food and good vibes? Five Fortune Travel’s “Budget-Friendly Travel – New 20K Options” series lets you do more with less. Pack your bags and get ready to go now！
Each room features a private hot spring tub. "Jiaoxi Hanmu Hotel" begins trial operation in August
The leisure resort hotel "Jiaoxi Hanmu Hotel," the first of its kind developed by Han She Hospitality, integrates the concept of contemporary art curation with natural elements to create an elegant and high-end vacation atmosphere. Trial operation starts on August 16.
Attention for first-time travelers abroad: CNN compiles 20 most offensive behaviors in airplane cabins
Spending over ten hours on a plane with strangers can be a nightmare if you encounter passengers with poor hygiene or selfish behavior. And there’s absolutely no chance of changing seats. Wondering what behaviors are particularly off-putting? Chances are, you might have done some of them too without realizing. Here are 20 annoying cabin behaviors compiled by CNN.
Hidden Residential House's Taoyuan Korean BBQ – Beef brisket with cheese sauce is insanely delicious!
As lovers of Korean cuisine, our first stop on this half-day Taoyuan itinerary was none other than Han She Korean Restaurant to revisit the Korean flavors we always miss. Located on Zhongpu 1st Street in the Zhongzheng Cultural & Artistic District of Taoyuan, although it’s on a well-known road, it’s not one of the city’s busiest areas. Stepping out of the car and taking in the surroundings, the place exudes the tranquility of a residential community.
Top 5 Most Popular Night Views in Kaohsiung – Essential Spots for a Romantic Date
Wondering where to enjoy the night views in Kaohsiung? Do you have your own list of favorite spots? Whether it's a romantic date or a late-night heart-to-heart during the early stages of a relationship, you'll definitely want to find a spot with great atmosphere and beautiful scenery. DailyView Network Poll has today released the top five most talked-about night view spots in Kaohsiung. If you're a fan of night scenes, consider adding these to your must-visit list.
Taoyuan’s Super Popular Japanese-Style Ice Shop — Mango Snowflake Ice Topped with Mango Sauce
Although it was pouring rain on a holiday afternoon and extremely hot, what I needed most after lunch was a bowl of cool shaved ice. That’s when I thought of this famous spot in Taoyuan, ‘Slow Kitchen,’ which mainly sells Japanese-style desserts like matcha azuki ice, fresh mango ice, and grilled mochi. The huge bowl of ice is incredibly satisfying, piled high with so many ingredients it almost overflows. Their most famous summer treat is the mango series, which most customers order. As someone who loves mango ice, I couldn’t miss out, so here I am to tell you just how delicious it is.
Hsinchu Railway Art Village Gets a Makeover: Watch Trains, Enjoy Exhibits & Coffee
Hsinchu City’s Railway Art Village has undergone a major transformation. To improve the formerly dim and poorly laid-out space, the city government invested in renovating a 76-year-old Japanese-era railway warehouse. The newly created 400-ping open space officially opened in July, offering visitors not only exhibitions and coffee but also the unique thrill of watching trains up close.
Meat swinging in the air like a swing—120cm Mega Skewers with chicken, pork, and seafood all in one skewer!
Located on Dalong Road, Dabao G opened at the end of December 2016 as the brand’s fourth branch. In addition to its stretchy “Crown Fried Chicken” and squid rice cake hot pot, the shop also features a 120cm mega skewer that’s full of flair and generously filled. As part of a special promotion, from now until the end of August, customers who show the ETNEWS News Cloud app when making a purchase can receive a free fruit sparkling drink (one per phone)!
Local recommendation: Must-try traditional snacks in Macau—pig trotter ginger and tea fruit soup
This Taishan Market is honestly a place I rarely see tourists visit. I’ve hardly heard any Taiwanese people recommend it either, but this is where a friend from Macau took me—because he wanted to introduce me to some very authentic Macanese pig trotter ginger and tea fruit soup. So he took me here by scooter, and I got to try pig trotter ginger and tea fruit soup for the very first time. The shops were called “Kin Kee Pig Trotter Ginger” and “Yau Kee Tea Fruit Soup.”
Watermelon + marshmallows + ice cream — the most healing combo this summer. Watermelon lovers must try this over-the-top cloud ice.
Enjoying desserts isn’t just about filling your stomach — it’s also incredibly soothing. This popular Kaohsiung crêpe shop, famous across Taiwan for its indulgent, crispy caramel “crème brûlée crêpes,” has another irresistible, decadent treat making a sweet debut. Beat the summer heat with the “Watermelon Prince on Clouds” to calm everyone’s restless hearts.
This Kaohsiung handmade noodle shop only offers five types of noodles — even the seasonings are homemade!
Nestled in an alleyway, Alleyway Beef Noodles is a noodle eatery that just opened recently. The owner previously studied Shanghai and Jiangsu-Zhejiang cuisine, then worked for a shipping company as a ship’s chef, spending long periods at sea. Eventually, due to his love for noodles, he chose to return ashore and open this small noodle shop.
The 72-year-old banana ice of Qishan Town — a vibrant fusion of East and West
“Chang Mei Ice Shop” was founded by 91-year-old Grandma Chang Mei, who developed “clear ice,” “Italian-style ice cream,” and various types of “zhi zai bing” (traditional popsicles) such as red bean, taro, rice cake, and mung bean in a southern town. Her signature “Chang Mei Signature Ice,” which pairs rich Italian-style ice cream with fluffy-textured banana ice, is served in a glass bowl that presents an elegant fusion of Eastern and Western aesthetics, colorful and beautiful. The food presentation at this old-school ice shop remains refreshingly stylish.
Mobile capsule hotel super popular — sleeper bus lets you sleep all the way from San Francisco to Los Angeles
In fact, the concept of a sleeper bus is similar to staying in a capsule hotel in Japan. To make the journey smoother, the bus has also been specially designed for safety and prioritizes passenger privacy. The bus offers Wi-Fi, as well as tea and coffee, among other amenities. Although the currently operating route is mainly from San Francisco to Los Angeles, the bus company says it will develop more routes in the future.
Pink shipping container cafe and nine-grid bento boxes: Taichung’s newest Instagram hotspot
Opened in mid-June, “ㄚㄚ贩店 x ㄚㄚLunch Box” has put great effort into both its overall design and cuisine, combining a pink shipping container with creative nine-grid bento boxes, allowing customers to collect two photogenic elements at once. The concept quickly resonated with the public, making it the area’s latest Instagram-worthy landmark.
Among good-looking guys and beautiful women, I somehow topped my first Japanese 100 Famous Mountains
Since I occasionally hike as a hobby, having gained some experience, I once thought about climbing Japan’s iconic Mount Fuji from the list of 100 Famous Mountains. But with so many things I wanted to do, that goal kept getting postponed. Unexpectedly, during a business trip to Akita Prefecture in northeastern Japan, I accidentally checked off my first Japanese 100 Famous Mountain — Mount Hachimantai — and it was surprisingly easy. I reached the summit without even breaking a sweat.
American restaurant that opened half a year ago in Neihu — super generous American-style fried steak with fragrant rice
Mei Ji and her friends planned to have a casual dinner on a weekday evening. One of them mentioned that she had recently tried a really good burger joint in Neihu. Mei Ji initially thought her friend was talking about the new BSB American restaurant branch on Section 3 of Chenggong Road, but it turned out to be an American eatery with a rather unique name: 矬(ㄘㄨㄛ)施蛋.