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Breathtaking views of the Tonle Sap River from the 20th floor — Cambodia’s rooftop bar is just a helicopter ride away
Cambodia’s homegrown “Sankha” hotel brand is renowned for its luxurious golden décor and expansive grounds. Located in the capital Phnom Penh, Sankha Hotel boasts a total of 775 rooms. Open the window in any room, and you’ll be greeted by the magnificent sight of the Tonle Sap River and the Mekong River, offering an immersive view of Cambodia’s water-based culture.
The black-and-white Panda Power heartthrob is irresistible—seeing pandas in Sichuan is what really matters!
Just as we were enchanted by the adorable antics of the pandas, our host organization kept introducing us to more interviewees, eager to discuss the full story of the cross-strait exchange involving Tuan Tuan and Yuan Yuan. But, who cares? China is always in a rush to showcase its hard power to the world—who’s going to foot the bill remains anyone’s guess—but this unstoppable black-and-white Panda Power is truly unmatched, effortlessly winning over everyone’s hearts. When in Sichuan, seeing the pandas is what really matters!
Bearded heartthrob falls for Tainan — hidden alleys bring simple, beautiful Danish-style hygge
Diego was born in Kuwait and moved to Denmark with his family at the age of 14. Having traveled to over 40 countries, he never expected to stay in Tainan for four years. While most people dream of moving to Denmark, he fell in love with Taiwan. “It gave me a reborn feeling,” Diego said when asked why. He first came to Taiwan as an exchange student at National Taiwan University. “Strangely enough, my long-standing digestive issues completely disappeared, but they came back once I returned to Denmark.”
Zhubei’s Special Snacks in Changhua: Handmade Rice Balls, Cabbage Rice, and Potstickers!
In Zhubei, just walking along Zhonghua Road and its surroundings offers plenty of snack options. The stir-fried and braised cabbage here is soft in texture, and the seasoning gives the whole dish an old-fashioned charm. The braised pork skin has had most of its fat removed, making it even thinner and more tender.
Top 10 Most Visited Museums Globally in 2016 – Louvre Sees Sharp Drop in Visitors
The Themed Entertainment Association recently released the “Top 10 Most Visited Museums by Attendance,” based on data analysis of visitor behavior from last year. In total, global museum attendance reached 107 million, an increase of approximately 1.3 million. The research findings indicate that museums in Europe, North America, and Asia were the most frequented by visitors. Here is the list:
Rainbow macaron toast with ice cream – a dreamy nine-grid dessert in Taichung
Dessert lovers have a new must-try item to visit. A business has caught onto the latest trend by dyeing toast into soft pastel macaron colors, hollowing out the center, rearranging it, and standing it upright like an edible 3D Rubik’s Cube, topped with cool ice cream to create a new vibrant summer style on Instagram.
Six-Day-Five-Night All-Inclusive Maldives Trip — Experience Luxury Life for Just 45,000 NTD
When it comes to the Maldives, it's probably a place that everyone looks forward to but also fears might hurt their wallets. The anticipation is because it’s truly a dreamy destination, while the fear stems from the worry of seeing your bank account take a serious hit. Today, we’re going to write a complete guide to help you effortlessly become the envy of everyone as a “fake socialite,” but this guide is relatively simple because traveling to the Maldives independently is really convenient — not difficult at all — so there aren’t many things to watch out for.
Taipei “Sleep-Friendly” Internet Cafes & Manga Shops – Sleep for as Low as NT$350 per Night & Even Take a Shower
Do you really have to spend a fortune to sleep in Taipei for one night? Looking to save money but don’t want to stay in a capsule hotel or backpacker inn? Where else can you go? Taipei has several “sleep-friendly internet cafes” where you can sleep for 9–12 hours for just NT$350–NT$540, including a shower, gaming, reading manga, and even all-you-can-drink beverages. If you don’t feel like going home tonight or are visiting Taipei and want to experience an internet cafe where you can actually lie down and sleep, head here.
The cutest street snacks across Taiwan for your IG foodie posts!
Portable street snacks have become all the rage across Taiwan, keeping food-loving men and women satisfied while they stroll or sightsee. With fierce market competition, shops are rolling out unique designs to attract customers. ETNEWS has handpicked six super-cute snacks—come try them and share your foodie flex!
Warm hospitality abounds at this popular snack shop in Taichung that’s been delighting diners for 60 years — unlimited refills of angelica duck noodle soup!
“Fugui Ting Angelica Duck Noodle Soup” is a beloved street food gem tucked away in the alleys of Taichung. With a rich history spanning 60 years, it's a local favorite known to many long-time residents of Taichung, even earning a visit from the popular TV show “Foodie Family.”
【Teacher Li Youqun】Enjoy coffee by the Kamo River in Kyoto and have an afternoon picnic!
Walking along Hanamikoji Street in gorgeous kimono, leisurely sitting on a cooling bed by the Kamo River in the evening—after visiting Kyoto countless times, if you want to see this nostalgic city from a more local perspective, is there anything you haven’t tried yet? A picnic?
Taiwan’s southernmost natural air conditioner — take a fantastical drift through the Banyan Garden with Pi!
Do you remember the scene in Ang Lee’s 3D film *Life of Pi*, where the protagonist and the tiger drift ashore to a bizarre, hyena-infested cannibal island? The film shows countless twisted tree trunks and tree canopies that seem to stretch across the sky, creating a backdrop like a mysterious primeval rainforest. But this place isn’t in some far-off tropical jungle — it’s the “Banyan Garden” in Hengchun, southern Taiwan. Even more unbelievable is that all these densely packed tree trunks come from just two parent trees. Standing beneath these massive trees, one can’t help but be awed by the power of nature.
Taipei’s “Oyster Meat Sauce Rice” – A Hearty Taiwanese Bowl Loaded with Oysters!
A friend mentioned that Oyster Home serves bowls packed with plump oysters, so I headed straight there without hesitation. The oysters were incredibly fresh, large, and succulent.
Visiting Kyoto and Osaka? Don’t miss the熊猫-themed special livery Kuroshio train now in service!
Japan’s railway tourism has teamed up with a local theme park this time to launch a specially decorated version of the Kuroshio train, offering travelers an unexpectedly delightful panda-themed experience. Operated by West Japan Railway, this panda train will take passengers to Adventure World in Wakayama — not only is its exterior adorable, but the interior design is also thoughtfully done.
Taipei’s Hottest Trendy Ice Cream Boutique – “Mermaid’s Tear” Actually Tastes Like Tears
Located near Taipei Metro Zhongxiao Dunhua Station, the Milk Beard Fresh Milk Soft Serve Ice Cream specialty store recently moved to a larger space and launched an ultra-dreamy new product – “Mermaid’s Tear.” Milk Beard offers four different flavors of ice cream daily, all made with pure fresh milk and free from artificial flavorings and colorings, delivering rich milky flavors and entirely natural ingredients.
Hong Kong-style master chef’s signature dish – bursting Kitty cat lava buns from Kaohsiung!
Li’s Cantonese Dim Sum Restaurant is helmed by Chef Li, who hails from Hong Kong. Starting as an apprentice and honing his skills at high-end hotels, Chef Li has mastered his craft, offering affordable yet refined Hong Kong dim sum and Cantonese cuisine to friends in Kaohsiung.
My hand is so sore from pulling it—cheese filling stretches up to 50cm. The “Golden Cheese Waterfall” has made this small shop an overnight sensation.
Located in Kaohsiung, Maple Tea House has entered its fifth year of operation this year and has recently become a wildly popular queue-worthy spot thanks to its “Crispy Extra-Cheesy Pineapple Bun.” This ultra-popular item, made with three types of cheese, once faced the threat of being taken off the menu. Its journey has been full of twists and turns, yet incredibly captivating—much like the life of the owner, Brother Maple, whose ups and downs could easily fill a book.
Finally making progress – The new branch of Xiang Ji Cheng may be located in the Huilong area of Xinzhuang
A beloved childhood memory and a long-awaited return after 20 years, Xiang Ji Cheng reopened in August 2016 at Bali’s Left Bank in New Taipei City. However, less than a year later, the Bali branch had to close in February 2017 due to the expiration of its lease. At that time, Xiang Ji Cheng had mentioned plans to relocate to a larger and more convenient location, and now there are rumors that the new spot may be in the Xinzhuang area of New Taipei City.
A hidden island paradise in Cambodia – white shell beaches, ocean views, and jungle adventures
Most people’s impression of Cambodian cities is limited to the UNESCO World Heritage Angkor ruins in Siem Reap or the bustling capital Phnom Penh. However, Cambodia also has a beautiful hidden gem located along its southwest coastline — Sihanoukville, the country’s second-largest city. Though it’s a lively urban center, its tourism areas remain relatively undeveloped, preserving an authentic Khmer charm. The stunning Koh Rong Island feels like a truly secluded paradise.
Enjoy 28-day Yilan cherry ducks with the Han She recipe — discover how the crispy skin meets tender meat
Han She Recipes is a proprietary Chinese restaurant brand established by the Tsai family, specializing in Cantonese cuisine. In addition to signature dishes such as Tsai-style abalone, crispy roast squab, and golden roasted goose, the crispy prophetic duck is a standout menu item. The prophetic duck was named by Tsai Chen-yang, founder of the Han She Group, drawing inspiration from the literary master Su Dongpo’s famous line, “A duck knows first when the spring river water warms.”