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Scoot adds three new routes from Taipei starting Dec. 20
Scoot expands its routes from Taipei with new flights to Vietnam, Indonesia, and China starting Dec. 20. Starlux and Tigerair Taiwan also announce new routes, boosting travel options.2024/11/14 21:00 -
Tigerair Taiwan launches Kaohsiung to Phu Quoc route
Tigerair Taiwan launches a new Kaohsiung to Phu Quoc route, boosting travel demand. Kaohsiung Airport sees growth with 10 new routes and plans for expansion.2024/10/28 10:24 -
THSR adds 273 trains for year-end travel demand
Taiwan High Speed Rail boosts weekend services from Nov. 1 to Dec. 29 to meet high travel demand. Book tickets starting Oct. 18. Plan for late arrivals.2024/10/16 13:49 -
Taiwan launches online passport renewal for citizens
Discover how Taiwan’s MOFA has launched an online passport renewal service, allowing citizens to apply from home. This pilot program aims to streamline processes and meet the surge in travel demand.2024/09/03 20:00 -
China Airlines relaunches Taipei-Seattle flights
The relaunch of China Airlines’ Taipei-Seattle route marks a significant expansion in U.S. travel options. With five weekly flights and plans for daily service, this move highlights the growing demand for direct connections.2024/07/15 10:31 -
Zhongren Tunnel on Su-Hua highway to reopen July 4
Discover the latest update on the Su-Hua highway’s Zhongren Tunnel reopening on July 4, after adjustments to the construction schedule due to public demand. Learn about the impact on local tourism and travel advisories.2024/07/01 13:41 -
Kaohsiung travel agents demand end to China tour ban
Discover how the Kaohsiung Association of Travel Agents is urging President Lai Ching-te’s administration to lift the ban on group tours to China by June 1, amid industry frustrations and hopes for improved cross-strait relations.2024/05/24 17:44 -
Pet hotels in great demand during Lunar New Year holidays
Amid Taiwan’s Lunar New Year, pet owners face booking difficulties and soaring prices at pet hotels. Tsen Chi-ying, a cat hotel manager, highlights the rising costs and limited capacity, prompting pet owners to seek alternative care solutions.2024/02/09 08:00 -
Taiwan Railway boosts service for Lunar New Year rush
The Taiwan Railway Corporation (formerly, the TRA) plans to increase train schedules from Feb. 6-15 to meet Lunar New Year travel demand. This will include adding 234 train runs across all lines, resulting in a 6% capacity increase. Compared to the 2023 Lunar New Year holiday, an average of 7,994 seats per day will be added, increasing the seat-kilometer capacity by 791,645.2024/01/04 15:15 -
Taiwan to U.S. travel nears pre-COVID levels, up 84%: MOTC
Discover America Committee in Taiwan President Brenda Tang revealed that the U.S. travel market from Taiwan has rebounded to 84% of pre-pandemic levels, according to data from the Tourism Administration. Taiwanese travelers heading to the United States surged by 185% from January to October this year, reaching 396,913, as reported by the National Travel and Tourism Office. Flights to the U.S. during the peak summer season had load factors of over 90%, while the off-peak months of September and October maintained load factors of at least 85%. China Airlines and EVA Airways have nearly returned to pre-pandemic flight levels, and Starlux Airlines is set to launch its San Francisco route. United Airlines plans to double its Taipei to San Francisco flights, and Delta Air Lines is preparing to commence a Taipei to Seattle route. Tour package prices to the U.S. for the first quarter of next year and the Lunar New Year peak season are expected to increase by no more than 25%, offering travelers some price assurance amid growing demand.2023/12/12 19:26