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Taiwan aims for 8 million tourists by year’s end
Taiwan’s tourism may surpass 8 million visitors by year’s end, says Transportation Minister Chen. Efforts focus on diversifying tourist sources and boosting Hualien’s hotel occupancy amid typhoon impacts.2024/11/04 13:04 -
Taiwan extends travel subsidies to boost Hualien tourism
Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation and Communications extends domestic travel subsidies to boost Hualien tourism after an earthquake and Typhoon Gaemi. Learn about the subsidy details and their impact.2024/07/30 16:45 -
Taiwan sees sharp drop in tourists after earthquake
Taiwan’s tourism sector faces challenges following the April drop in foreign visitors, particularly from Japan, Korea, Hong Kong, Macau, and Singapore, due to the 0403 Hualien Earthquake. Learn about the MOTC’s strategies to boost tourism.2024/07/12 20:00 -
Hualien accommodations as low as NT$38 per night
Discover how Hualien County’s tourism sector is combating the impact of a recent earthquake by offering unprecedented low prices on accommodations. Learn about the local efforts and subsidies available.2024/07/08 17:07 -
Government subsidies boost Hualien travel after earthquake
Taiwan’s Tourism Administration boosts Hualien’s post-earthquake recovery with travel subsidies, attracting 48,000 applicants and revitalizing regional tourism.2024/07/01 17:45 -
Butterfly Valley Resort halts operations after Hualien quake
Discover how Hualien’s tourism sector, including Butterfly Valley Resort, is navigating recovery after a significant earthquake, with insights on the challenges and government efforts.2024/06/06 16:07 -
Taiwan boosts Hualien tourism with subsidies post-earthquake
Discover how Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation and Communications is revitalizing Hualien’s tourism with a NT$5.3 billion recovery plan following an earthquake. Learn about subsidies for accommodations, the promotion of local tourism, and significant investments in housing and railway system reconstruction to ensure the region’s swift recovery and appeal to visitors.2024/05/02 18:07 -
Taiwan unveils NT$3B plan to revive tourism after quake
Discover how Taiwan’s Minister of Transportation and Communications, Wang Kwo-tsai, unveils three comprehensive revitalization plans for Hualien following a devastating earthquake. These initiatives aim to support the local tourism industry, provide accommodations for victims, and offer subsidies to tourists, with an estimated budget of NT$3 billion. Learn more about the impact of the April 7.2 magnitude quake on Hualien’s tourism, including hotel closures and layoffs, and the government’s efforts to rejuvenate the area in the coming months.2024/04/17 13:19 -
Taitung showcases vibrant culture in Hong Kong
Explore how Taitung, Taiwan, is captivating Hong Kong with its vibrant culture, aiming to boost tourism through exciting exchange events, charter flights, and enticing subsidies for travelers.2024/03/27 20:10 -
Taiwan to subsidize foreign business travelers in 2024
The Ministry of Economic Affairs and the Ministry of Transportation and Communications in Taiwan have announced a new "Subsidiary Tourism" program aimed at boosting business travel. Foreign business travelers will be eligible for a subsidy of up to NT$2,000 starting next year. The program has a budget of NT$10 million and aims to support foreign business visitors to Taiwan. Stocks of related hotels have surged in response to this policy push, with analysts predicting positive growth for the tourism industry. The reduction in extended public holidays next year is expected to favor domestic tourism momentum and improve hotel occupancy rates. Overall, businesses and investors anticipate a robust year ahead for the hotel industry in Taiwan.2023/12/20 17:27 -
Taiwan offers subsidies to alleviate labor shortage issues
The food service, hospitality, and tourism industries were severely impacted by COVID-19.2023/07/10 10:49