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Xi Linjie, a 20-year-old college student, sought help for tiredness at a Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) hospital in Chongqing and was pleasantly surprised by a cup of sweet milk tea. "The milk tea is filled with TCM ingredients, yet it tastes delightful. It's less sweet than regular milk tea and has a slight herbal fragrance (香味)," she says. "Most importantly, it's beneficial to health."

This new milk tea is invented by the nutrition department of Chongqing Jiangbei Hospital of TCM. Since 2023, the hospital has mixed TCM processing techniques with contemporary food production to attract younger generation. "Milk tea is a favorite among young people. We hope it can act as a bridge for them to gain more knowledge about TCM and gradually accept it," says Liao Changying, director of the hospital's nutrition department. She notes that almost everyone who tried the milk tea shared the special experience with their family and friends.

The hospital has employed various modern technologies to maximize (最大化) the effect of TCM while improving the taste. "Behind the TCM milk tea are numerous experiments and improvements. It represents the integration of TCM, modern medicine, nutrition and more. Our goal is to help people prevent and manage diseases while enjoying delicious food and drinks," Liao explains. The TCM milk tea proves how traditional medicine is appealing to the younger generation in an approachable manner.

Liao is pleased to see many young visitors seeking professional health advice on physical conditioning. "Over half of the visitors are young people interested in health consultations (咨询)   for body conditioning, which indicates that the younger generation has confidence in TCM," Liao says. She also suggested that more efforts should be made to integrate TCM with other fields that interest young people, adding, "TCM is becoming a new trend among the youth".

The water off the northwestern coast of Washington affords plenty of opportunities to see a wide range of whales. The following tours will take you to the ideal viewing locations.

Western Prince Whale & Wildlife Tours

The San Juan Islands afford opportunities to see a variety of whale species, including orcas, humpbacks and minkes. A unique characteristic of this tour boat is that it's powered by low-sound water jets. Tickets are $149 for adults and $139 for kids aged 7 to 12. This tour is not recommended for kids younger than 6, or those with back or neck injuries.

Crystal Seas Kayaking

Rather than using motorized boats, this tour has whale watchers take kayaks in person. Past participants describe these lightweight boats as entertaining. No prior boating experience is necessary. Tickets start at $125 for three-hour and sunset tours and $219 for full-day tours lasting seven hours. The price includes use of all kayaking equipment, as well as round-trip transportation.

Maya's Legacy Whale Watching

Maya's Legacy Whale Watching is ideal for nature lovers, as the company takes a "whole ecosystem approach" to its outings. Tours vary in length and are priced accordingly, starting at $149 for three-hour tours. $199 for four-hour tours and $299 for full-day trips. The tour specializes in small-group outings; the number of participants may range from 6 to 16.

Puget Sound Express

Departing from Edmonds, these boat rides take passengers to the San Juan Islands to see the whales and other sea creatures. The boats feature indoor seating and outdoor viewing decks, as well as a cafe that sells snacks. These trips are suitable for all ages; tickets start at $145 for adults and $105 for children aged 2 to 10 (babies free of charge).