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Dengue fever resurfaces locally in Taipei after 3-year lull
Taipei’s Mayor Chiang Wan-an oversees alley disinfection after the city reports its first local dengue fever case in three years. Learn more about the preventive measures and the patient’s travel history.
2023/08/10 20:48
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Taiwan reigns as top spender in Japan from April to June
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$39,000 per traveler.
2023/07/24 17:27
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Travel disruptions expected amid heavy rains and winds
As Typhoon Doksuri approaches Taiwan, The Weather Bureau (CWB) expects to bring heavy rains and strong winds, which could lead to widespread travel disruptions.
2023/07/24 16:54
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Japanese Yen hits record low, presents travel opportunities
In a remarkable turn of events, the Japanese Yen plummeted to an all-time low against the New Taiwan Dollar (NT$) on Friday (June 30), creating a lucrative opportunity for avid travelers.
2023/06/30 17:26
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Chinese officials exclusion from travel expo raises concerns
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.
2023/06/28 18:45
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Heavy traffic predicted for Dragon Boat Festival holiday
People across Taiwan will embark on a four-day celebration of the Dragon Boat Festival from June 22 to 25, with many planning to travel around the island. In anticipation of potential transportation disruptions during the holiday, authorities have reminded road users to proactively check highway conditions through relevant mobile applications to preempt heavy congestion.
2023/06/21 18:34
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Media columnist highlights Taiwan challenges, opportunities
Foreigners who come to Taiwan for travel are usually struck by the people’s friendliness and the nation’s beautiful scenery. However, like any other democracy, societal issues persist underneath the currents.
2023/06/19 10:16
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Taipei ranks 4th on global list of world’s safest cities
Taipei City in Taiwan has earned praise from travelers for its user-friendly public transportation system and delectable local cuisine.
2023/06/16 16:26
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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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Major trends for consumer electronics show IFA 2023 unveiled
The world’s largest trade show for consumer electronics and home appliances, IFA (Internationale Funkausstellung Berlin), is set to take place in Berlin, Germany from Sept. 1-5. With travel picking up, this nearly century-old expo expects to draw around 200,000 visitors and has designated Taipei as the premier promotional city in Asia.
2023/06/01 17:47
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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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NTUH accused of denying doctors, nurses summer holidays
Healthcare workers at National Taiwan University Hospital (NTUH) are facing temporary restrictions on overseas travel from May to July, according to an internal message from the hospital’s president.
2023/04/18 17:43
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Ex-President Ma heads to Shanghai to visit Yangshan Port
Former Taiwan President Ma Ying-jeou arrived in Shanghai on Wednesday (April 5) as he heads to the Yangshan Port, one of the last travel destinations on his 12-day-long China journey.
2023/04/05 18:38
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國際馬戲藝術節台南水社登場 柬埔寨法爾劇團再次來台
台灣首屆國際馬戲藝術節將在228連假於台南水交社登場,有來自法國、澳洲等八個國家的表演團隊參與,其中,被CNN Travel讚譽為「東南亞太陽馬戲團」的柬埔寨法爾劇團也將帶來精采演出。
2023/02/24 15:54
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Taiwan’s tourism industry struggling to meet labor needs
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.
2023/01/19 12:31
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Taiwan’s travelers head earlier to airports fearing crowds
The lines are now shorter at the departing gates at Taoyuan International Airport in Taiwan.
2023/01/16 22:42
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Taiwan travel lovers hire surrogates to skip cues
Citizens looking to renew their passports, and save time can purchase a unique application service online.
2023/01/10 19:56
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Water sports businessman creates food delivery water bicycle
A water sports businessman in Xiaoliuqiu created a food delivery water bicycle.
2023/01/04 11:54
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台灣為何淪「行人地獄」? 用路人列5關鍵批:沒救了
《CNN Travel》先前在報導中指出,台灣光是2021年就有2962人死於交通意外,約是英國的5倍、日本的6倍之多,還封台灣為「行人地獄」。對此,有網友就好奇,台灣交通問題的根本原因是什麼?掀起網友熱議。
2023/01/03 07:45
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Taiwan foreigners to self-pay COVID treatment costs in 2023
Foreigners in Taiwan will have to cover the costs of their COVID treatment on their own starting in 2023.
2023/01/01 07:59
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台灣=行人地獄?他揭「日本素質沒比較好」關鍵原因曝
《CNN Travel》先前在報導中指出,台灣光是2021年就有2962人死於交通意外,約是英國的5倍、日本的6倍之多,還封台灣為「行人地獄」。日前就有在日台人透露,交通狀況與素質無關,其實「日本人素質真的沒有比台灣人好到哪去」。他也指出最重要的1點,更直言日本駕駛教育嚴格、考照制度極難等,配合道路改善、停止線斑馬線退縮、行車道路縮限,在日本用路水準才高出台灣許多。
2022/12/30 09:46
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Taiwan aims to boost tourism revenue as travel resumes
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.
2022/12/26 10:43
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Thousands of Taiwan citizens apply to renew passports
Many in Taiwan have plans to go abroad during the Chinese New Year, and the number of citizens reissuing their expired passports has skyrocketed. On weekdays, more than 2,000 numbers were issued for the waiting list.
2022/12/16 12:11
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Queensland welcomes Taiwanese with sustainable holiday
With the Chinese New Year holiday approaching, many are looking forward to traveling abroad after more than two years of living with the pandemic.
2022/12/12 17:04
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不只CNN點名!台灣交通爛到登國際 5國警告:行人地獄
隨著國門開放,各國陸續回到疫情前的生活模式,已有越來越多外國人選擇來台旅遊。但日前CNN Travel卻報導指出,台灣雖然以美食、自然風光和熱情好客聞名,但道路交通卻宛如「地獄」。該報導曝光後,很快掀起PTT鄉民討論,更有人整理出除了美國以外,包含英國、澳洲、加拿大和日本政府,都有在來台旅遊須知內,特別提到交通問題。
2022/12/09 16:36