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The Amis Music Festival resumed its melodious celebrations on Oct. 8 and Oct. 9 in Taitung after a 3-year hiatus due to the pandemic. Amis performers took to the stage to belt out their songs and swayed to the beat while the crowds below basked in the energetic music.

Taiwan pop icon Jay Chou is facing a wave of ticket returns from scalpers for his Shanghai performances due to a newly implemented real-name system. Previously, scalpers had been profiting by reselling tickets for exorbitant prices, but the introduction of the real-name system has curbed their activities.

Amidst escalating tensions in the Middle East, Lion Travel Service successfully transported a group of 29 Taiwanese tourists from Israel. Despite ongoing conflicts between Israel and Palestine, the tourists noted a surprising calmness among the Israeli locals during the war. The Tourism Bureau reported that Artisan Tour and Yung Shin Travel Service still have tourists in Israel, with plans to arrange early returns for customers. Uni Travel Services also adjusted travel plans for one group to avoid entering Israel.

Typhoon Koinu leaves a trail of destruction in Pingtung County, Taiwan, causing disruptions to tourism and local businesses. Many stores in the famous tourist spot of Kending Rd remain closed due to damage, with debris strewn across the streets. Tourists face cancellations, impacting their vacations. As the Double Tenth holiday approaches, store owners prepare to reopen amidst lingering rain.

Taipei and New Taipei mayors aim to boost sports and tourism in Taiwan through the 2025 World Masters Games. The event, expected to draw 40,000 participants from 110 countries, promises to promote not only sports but also tourism, transportation, sustainability, and digital development. Registration opens in February next year.

新冠疫情影響遠離，出國旅遊不再麻煩，觀光客湧進各國，卻嚴重影響當地居民日常生活，環境也遭到破壞，「觀光公害」現象快速惡化。為維護城市，西班牙與義大利實施限制令，巴塞隆納禁止團客前往舊城區；威尼斯則將對一日遊客酌收5歐元入城費。日本則大推「探險旅行(Adventure Tourism)」，將遊客分散到偏遠山林，創造低環境負擔、高經濟價值的旅遊型態。

Kuomintang (KMT) presidential nominee Hou Yu-ih pledged on Thursday (Aug. 24) to boost Taiwan’s tourism under his potential administration.

Taiwan High-Speed Rail (THSR) teams up with Japanese illustrator Kanahei for the second time to introduce a vibrant themed train adorned with beloved characters. The train features Kanahei’s famous Piske and Usagi characters amid colorful flower themes, promising an enjoyable journey. Learn about the co-branded items and exclusive travel packages, as THSR aims to drive rail tourism and profit.

The Japan Tourism Agency’s latest report has revealed a remarkable surge in Taiwan’s travel expenditure in Japan during the second quarter. From April to June, Taiwanese visitors spent a staggering NT＄38.4 billion in the country, averaging NT＄39,000 per traveler. 

The food service, hospitality, and tourism industries were severely impacted by COVID-19.

A tree in Taitung County, Taiwan, has captured the hearts of locals and tourists alike. Known as the ＂Tree of Takeshi Kaneshiro＂ or the ＂Tea-Offering Tree,＂ this iconic bishop wood stands proudly at the southern end of Borong Boulevard in Chishang Township.

China’s Taiwan Affairs Office of the State Council on Wednesday (June 28) urged Taiwan authorities to lift restrictions on cross-strait travel and prioritize the exchange of information on the tourism industry amid reports that 60 mainland officials were removed from an invitation list to attend Summer Travel Expo in Taipei from July 14 to 17.

Taiwan People’s Party Chairman Ko Wen-je voiced concerns on Friday (June 9) over the Democratic Progressive Party government’s energy transition plans during a visit to the National Kaohsiung University of Hospitality and Tourism. 

Taiwanese industries grapple with a pressing labor shortage, as evident from a staggering 1.078 million online job vacancies recorded in June. Sectors most affected by this predicament include tourism, catering, wholesale and retail, as well as technology. 

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.

Hotels are experiencing an uptick in international and local customers as the tourism industry rebounds in post-pandemic Taiwan.

TAIPEI (TVBS News) — To attract both domestic and foreign tourists, Taitung County Government brought local businesses in accommodation, souvenirs, agriculture tourism, and other industries to Taipei for a self-guided tour promotion. 

Taiwan is gradually reopening its borders and implementing new plans to boost income and attract tourists from far and near.

Following the reopening of Taiwan’s borders, many of its tourist destinations are witnessing an uptick in foreign travelers, according to reports. 

The hotel industry in Taiwan was severely affected by the pandemic as the number of arrivals plummeted, causing many to lose their jobs almost instantly. However, with the pandemic subsiding, there is renewed optimism that Taiwan’s tourism sector will rebound to pre-pandemic levels. 

Hotels in Taiwan are getting more expensive as Taiwan slowly opens after the pandemic hit. Still, it is a popular destination for hotel companies to invest in. 

An increasing number of tourists are expected to travel to Taiwan in 2023, even though the country’s hotel industry is still seeking solutions to fill these gaps in staffing.  

Taiwan’s export industry’s performance this year has yet to see high numbers. However, the Directorate-General of Budget, Accounting and Statistics (DGBAS) estimates that the growth in private consumption will exceed 5%, taking the lead in the country’s economic performance.

With the Chinese New Year holiday approaching, many are looking forward to traveling abroad after more than two years of living with the pandemic. 

Taitung County is preparing to embrace large crowds for its New Year’s Concert on Dec. 31.