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Taiwan coordinates extra flights to aid stranded passengers
Taiwan flights resumed after Typhoon Danas. Airports in Taipei, Taichung, and Kaohsiung reopened. 144 domestic flights were canceled, 7 delayed. CAA coordinated extra flights and military support.
2025/07/07 16:17
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Taiwan tourism chief addresses Kenting’s low bookings
Taiwan’s tourism head Chen Yu-hsiu addresses low Kenting bookings, emphasizing understanding over subsidies. She highlights the need for accurate data and tech solutions.
2025/06/27 13:52
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Taiwanese favor Japan destinations for upcoming holiday
Taiwan’s Dragon Boat Festival sees a 6% rise in overseas travel interest, with Tokyo as the top destination. Domestic travel also grows by 2%, Agoda reports.
2025/05/28 09:00
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Currency strength hurts tech but boosts travel sector
Taiwan’s stock market fell 1.23% to 20,532 points as the New Taiwan dollar’s rise pressured electronics stocks. Aviation stocks surged, driven by travel interest.
2025/05/05 14:00
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Taiwan’s airlines to cut domestic fares from Dec. 31
Taiwan’s Civil Aviation Administration announces domestic ticket price cuts starting Dec. 31 due to lower fuel costs. Expect an average fare drop of NT$95.
2024/12/03 14:57
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Taiwan confirms sixth domestic measles case of 2024
Taiwan reports its sixth domestic measles case in 2024, with a man in his 30s showing no travel history. Authorities are investigating and monitoring contacts.
2024/11/29 15:23
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Kinmen Airport cancels all domestic flights due to typhoon
Kinmen Airport cancels all domestic flights due to Typhoon Krathon. Ferry services and some train lines are also suspended. Stay updated on travel disruptions.
2024/10/01 14:27
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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
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Taiwan defends tourism promotion on Chinese social media
Explore how Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation and Communications leverages mainland social media to boost tourism, navigating political sensitivities and global competition, amidst domestic critique.
2024/05/06 16:29
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Japan sees shift to domestic travel amid economic changes
Discover how Japan’s travel trends are shifting towards domestic exploration amid economic challenges, with a significant drop in outbound travel and a rise in local tourism. Learn about the impact on airlines and the tourism sector.
2024/04/29 15:06
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Taiwan left with 2 consecutive holidays post Lunar New Year
Discover Taiwan’s holiday outlook for 2024! With only two sets of consecutive holidays remaining, find out how this reduction impacts domestic travel and accommodation. Learn how travel providers can capitalize on the upcoming breaks to attract visitors and boost profits.
2024/02/16 16:26
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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
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Kansai Airport revamp cuts wait, aids departures
Kansai International Airport in Japan has recently undergone renovations to improve the departure process and accommodate a surge in international passenger traffic. With added verification measures in place, some travelers have reported going through exit immigration and security checks in as little as 30 minutes. The airport’s first terminal is being extensively renovated to meet future demands, with upgrades to domestic facilities and a newly opened central zone for international departures. As part of the expansion, 20 to 30 new duty-free shops and restaurants will be added. The aim of the renovations is to elevate efficiency and provide a more streamlined and pleasurable experience for passengers.
2023/12/07 14:53
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Taiwan’s domestic flight prices rise amid oil price surge
Taiwan faces a 4.5% increase in domestic flight ticket prices due to a surge in global oil prices, resulting in an average additional cost of NT$95 per ticket. Kinmen residents, who frequently travel to and from Taiwan, are particularly affected, with Mandarin Airlines’ Taipei to Kinmen route experiencing a one-way fare increase of 7.4%, equivalent to NT$182. This price rise will also impact tourists planning to fly domestically during the New Year’s holiday, making air travel more expensive. As a result, authorities expect a significant increase in road traffic during the New Year’s Eve celebrations. To alleviate transportation challenges during the festive season, Taiwan will implement toll-free periods on freeways from midnight to 5 a.m. The Taiwan Railways Administration and Taiwan High-Speed Rail (THSR) will also increase service frequencies to accommodate the expected passenger volume. THSR has added 105 services and will continue to offer discounts for college students and early bird promotions. Taiwan Railways has scheduled 116 extra trains, anticipating a potential peak of over 800,000 passengers in a single day. However, ticket sales for child-friendly carriages have been temporarily suspended. Additional train services during the New Year transportation period will be available for purchase starting from midnight on December 1, aiming to alleviate travel congestion during the holidays.
2023/11/30 22:41
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Tourism Administration to launch travel program for seniors
The Tourism Administration plans to launch a new travel program called "Golden Years" (凰金遊程Golden Years) next year, targeting senior travelers in response to Taiwan’s aging population. With an estimated senior travel demographic of 4 million individuals, Taiwan sees a potential tourist value of up to NT$120 billion. Deputy Director-General Lin Hsin-Jen expects a 10% to 20% growth in output value, reaching NT$120 billion, with domestic tours for the elderly market accounting for approximately NT$40 billion and international travelers adding NT$60 billion. Travel agencies and hotels are now focusing on marketing efforts and introducing 11 Golden Years itineraries to cater to this demographic’s preferences. Discounts and leisurely itineraries are being offered to accommodate the spending power of senior travelers.
2023/11/22 19:47
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Gou criticizes talent loss due to poor national strategy
Taiwanese billionaire and independent presidential candidate Terry Gou addressed the talent drain in Taiwan and its impact on the tourism industry. He highlighted how the lack of qualified personnel has affected the competitiveness of the industry, leading to a decline in domestic travel. Gou also linked this talent drain to the fertility crisis in Taiwan and the issue of female employment. He suggested that remote working could help parents balance work and family life, and called on the government to invest in software and hardware developments to support remote job positions. Gou criticized the ruling party, the Democratic Progressive Party, for its failure to propose effective strategies for economic growth and emphasized the need for industrial upgrades to sustain Taiwan’s competitiveness in export-driven industries.
2023/11/08 19:57
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International travel fair in Taipei ends with heat for deals
The Taipei International Travel Fair concluded with attendees taking advantage of travel deals. Industry experts believe that high travel costs are inevitable due to factors such as flight recovery, labor shortage, and inflation. Japan, a popular destination for Taiwanese tourists, also faces similar challenges. The weakening Japanese Yen has led to more domestic travel, increasing competition for hotel rooms. The imbalance between supply and demand has contributed to rising travel costs. To alleviate financial pressures, experts suggest taking advantage of fair benefits and choosing low-cost airlines. For those interested in traveling to Western countries, transferring through Chinese airports may offer relatively lower ticket prices.
2023/11/06 20:30
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Chinese tour groups may not visit until 2024: MOTC minister
Mainland Chinese tour groups may not be able to visit Taiwan until next year, according to Minister of Transportation and Communications Wang Kwo-tsai. Despite Taiwan’s efforts to lift the travel ban in the second half of this year, mainland China has not responded. The Mainland Affairs Council has allowed mainland Chinese citizens from third places to visit Taiwan for tourism since September 1.
2023/10/16 14:38
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Tainan City reports first domestic dengue case since 2019
Taiwan Centers for Disease Control (CDC) announced on Tuesday (June 14) the first domestic dengue case of the year in Rende District, Tainan City, marking the city’s initial occurrence of dengue since 2019. So far this year, there have been 1 domestic case and 45 cases related to travel.
2023/06/14 16:42
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Rising costs of domestic tourism in Taiwan impacts travelers
As borders reopen and travel plans resume, hotel room prices have surged in Taiwan. Particularly in Nantou County, the average room price for a night now exceeds NT$10,000.
2023/05/16 17:20
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Indonesia tourism minister confident about upcoming G20
Indonesia’s tourism industry was hit hard by the pandemic, which significantly impacted the holiday island of Bali as the number of domestic and international tourist arrivals plummeted due to travel restrictions.
2022/10/03 21:18