Five beautiful and charming cities along the west coast of Kyushu, from Fukuoka to Itoshima, Karatsu, Matsuura, and Hirado. A Kyushu road trip allows you to escape the crowds and fully enjoy the beautiful sea, nature, and delicious cuisine of Kyushu. As a suggested long-distance Kyushu road trip itinerary (around a week), this Kyushu self-guided tour also shares some checkpoints for long-term stays: Yoruko Asahi City, Nakano Pottery Kiln, Karatsu Burger, and Nijinomatsubara. Remember to save this note! Also checkpoints include: Akuta no Daimon Oyster Hut, Ōguro Maru, and Kūka Umi Sukō.
Ice Cream Museum
Ice Cream Museum: Visiting museums isn't just for artsy types or hipsters. The Museum of Ice Cream Singapore is a place that adults and children alike will enjoy. It boasts numerous photo spots and offers all-you-can-eat ice cream, providing visitors with a truly delightful experience.
Swimming Pool
Hotel swimming pools: Besides a comfortable room, hotel facilities are also highly valued. For many, swimming in the pool or sunbathing by the pool is an essential part of a vacation! Although Hong Kong is extremely expensive, many hotel pools, in terms of design and scenery, are in no way inferior to those abroad, allowing guests to enjoy luxury in the city.
Macau's top ten hotel swimming pools range from the overcrowded Galaxy Grand Resort Deck to the elegant pools of MGM and Ponte 16. Below is a summary of Macau's most worthwhile hotel pool experiences to help you choose the best option for your summer stay.
1. The St. Regis Macau – Spacious and Open Views
The St. Regis's pools are located on the eighth floor and feature two large pools open from 7:00 AM to 8:00 PM, perfect for adults to relax. A central terrace with sun loungers provides guests with an excellent space to unwind. There is also a comfortable hot tub with jacuzzi, offering expansive views and soothing music for a perfect resort experience.
Xiaoliuqiu, located off the coast of Donggang, has always been a popular tourist destination. Not only is the island rich in geographical and ecological resources, but it also boasts countless beautiful coastlines and reefs. If you haven't been to Xiaoliuqiu yet and don't know how to plan your trip, just read this guide to transportation, attractions, and food in Xiaoliuqiu, and you're guaranteed to have a wonderful time! Xiaoliuqiu is the closest island to Taiwan proper, located southwest of Taiwan, and is Taiwan's only coral island, one of only seven coral islands in the world. This small island of only 6.8 square kilometers has a coastline that stretches for 12 kilometers.
Taiwan Cherry Blossoms: While the world is busy planning its trips, are you regretting missing this annual spectacle because you can't take time off work? Don't despair! Taiwan, the "treasure island" near Hong Kong, also boasts cherry blossoms. Its cherry blossom season is later than in Japan and South Korea. Here are some great places to see cherry blossoms in Taiwan. Fushou Mountain experiences four distinct seasons: cherry blossoms, pear blossoms, peach blossoms, and apple blossoms in spring; golden cat's ear chrysanthemums in summer; peaches, pears, and apples bearing fruit in autumn, and maple leaves turning red; and plum blossoms and snow in winter—each season offers a different landscape.
Kaohsiung Breakfast Shop ❶ Xinglongju -- Sweet and savory soup, be careful not to burn your mouth!
Locals in Kaohsiung are very familiar with Xinglongju, a traditional Taiwanese breakfast spot for those going to karaoke, having late-night snacks, and heading to early work. Its breakfast aroma has been a part of Kaohsiung's lives for 62 years. Every morning at 3:30 AM, customers eagerly await the arrival of steaming baskets of freshly made soup dumplings. Xinglongju's soup dumplings are similar to the vegetable and pork dumplings we eat in Hong Kong teahouses, filled with cabbage and pork, with a thin skin and generous filling. It's recommended to take a small bite of the outer layer first to enjoy the sweet and savory broth; be careful not to burn your lips when they're piping hot fresh out of the steamer. Long-time customers have been eating here since childhood, praising the consistently high quality of the taste over the decades.
►Address:No. 186, Liuhe 2nd Road, Kaohsiung (City Council Station)
Doraemon's Hometown: Doraemon has accompanied generations of us as we grew up. Whether in Hong Kong, Japan, or other parts of Asia, Doraemon holds a significant place. Takaoka City in Toyama Prefecture is the hometown of Fujiko F. Fujio, who is famous for his...Kawasaki City Fujiko・F・Fujio Museum"Doraemon Train" is different. It's a streetcar with a Doraemon design painted on it, connecting the Takaoka and Shinminato Manyo lines. Doraemon is the representative work of Fujiko F. Fujio, a manga artist originally from Takaoka City. Doraemon fans shouldn't miss it!
The Sky Road is an agricultural road located in northern Kumamoto Prefecture, stretching from Mount Aso towards the northern outer rim of the mountains. Whenever a sea of clouds appears over the Aso Basin, it looks as if the sky is floating in mid-air.Sky Road (Kario Main Line, Aso City)The name "Laputa Road" is taken from the animated film *Castle in the Sky*, attracting many tourists. Along the road from the Aso Valley crater basin to the northern outer rim of the mountains, a spot appears to float in mid-air when the sea of clouds appears. Because this scene is reminiscent of the scenery in Hayao Miyazaki's animated film *Castle in the Sky*, it has become a popular tourist attraction known as the "Sky Road (Laputa Road)". This road was originally built as an agricultural road for transporting hay, and is very narrow, prohibiting the passage of cars.
Kawagoe: Temporarily escape the hectic pace of Tokyo and slow down to experience the tranquility and leisure surrounding the city. Many towns in Japan still retain their traditional cultural atmosphere, but none are closer to Tokyo than Kawagoe. Often called "Little Edo," Kawagoe boasts numerous temples and historic streets, perfectly preserving the historical and cultural traditions of Japan's Edo period. It has many century-old shops and old residences, allowing you to truly feel the Edo atmosphere. Every year on the third Saturday and Sunday of October, the grand "Kawagoe Festival" is held. Karuizawa is a famous summer resort in Japan. It also attracts many celebrities and members of the upper class, making it one of Japan's most famous and luxurious villa destinations. Karuizawa's hot springs and beautiful autumn foliage are also major attractions.