By MOOK Travel & Lifestyle Network, reported by Chen Guanxin
As summer tourism heats up across Taiwan, besides famous spots in Taichung such as Calligraphy Greenway and Xinshe District, from now until October 14, every Saturday and Sunday, three coastal areas—Wuqi, Qingshui, and Shalu—will launch the Blue Ribbon Ocean Sightseeing free shuttle bus, passing by attractions such as Wuqi Chaoyuan Temple, Wuqi Sightseeing Fishing Port, Gaomei Wetlands, and Harbor Arts Center. The shuttle will feature onboard guides providing commentary, with scheduled on-site guided tours at Wuqi Fishing Port and Gaomei Wetlands during certain time slots. Additionally, on the evening of August 18 at 19:00, a “Blue Ribbon Ocean Night” gala will be held at Wuqi Sightseeing Fishing Port, featuring performances by Weng Liyou, Amber An, and others, along with a lucky draw event.
Located in Qingshui District, Gaomei Wetlands is a highly renowned tourist attraction in Taichung’s coastal area. (Photo provided by Taichung City Tourism Bureau)
The Taichung Blue Ribbon Ocean Sightseeing Season shuttle bus runs from now until October 14. In addition to Saturdays and Sundays, extra Friday services are added during July and August. Before July 22, the shuttle operates two routes daily with a total of 8 services, departing from Renyou Luchuan North Station and Juye Shalu Station, passing through Wuqi Dazhuang, Chaoyuan Temple, imported goods commercial street, Wuqi Sightseeing Fishing Port, Gaomei Wetlands, Harbor Arts Center, and Luliao Garment Commercial Street. Starting July 27, the routes will change to two lines departing from Taichung Railway Station and Juye Shalu Station, with five services per day. The route from Taichung Railway Station will go directly to Juye Shalu Station without additional stops, while the Juye Shalu Station route will maintain its existing scenic stops.
Wuqi Sightseeing Fishing Port features harbor views and recreational docks, making it a popular fishing port destination in central Taiwan. (Photo provided by Taichung City Tourism Bureau)
During the event period, passengers riding the shuttle can receive a free guide brochure containing discount information for local businesses in Shalu, Wuqi, and Qingshui, including Lin Yixiang Zhai, Yimei Baking, Huasheng Music Culture Hall, and Zheng Dao Di. Shoppers can also receive raffle tickets with prizes including LCD TVs, digital cameras, and iPad2s. During the event, five tickets to Yue Mei Amusement World will be drawn each week, totaling 180 tickets to be given away.
Additionally, the “Blue Ribbon Ocean Night” on Saturday, August 18 at 19:00, will feature performances by Mandarin and Hokkien singers such as Shu Mei, Weng Liyou, Wang Zhongping, Shi Wenbin, and Amber An. The event will also include a lucky draw, as well as a handicrafts and local agricultural product exhibition. Event website: www.pitt-action.com.tw/oceanbus.
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