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Taiwan launches website to gift 500,000 tourists stored-value smartcards, hotel vouchers from May 1

In a bid to restore the flow of foreign visitors to its shores, Taiwan will in May offer digital smartcards stored with NT$5,000 (S$218) or vouchers of the same value for hotel stays to offset some travellers’ expenses.

The Taiwan Tourism Bureau’s Singapore office said on Monday that 500,000 foreign visitors will receive the vouchers or cards through a lucky draw system when they enter Taiwan at any of the four participating airports on the island starting from noon on May 1.

Tourists will have to pre-register for the draw at least one day before they arrive at either the Taoyuan or Songshan airports that serve capital Taipei, or the Taichung and Kaohsiung international airports.

According to a tourism bureau official, tourists intending to participate will receive a designated QR code after they register at 5000.taiwan.net.tw , which went live on Friday.

The QR code will serve as their lucky draw coupon, which travellers will have to scan at the airport’s arrival hall to find out if they are one of 500,000 winners.

Prize winners can then choose to receive either vouchers to offset some of their accommodation costs or a smartcard, both valued at NT$5,000.

Those who opt for the vouchers, which come in denominations of NT$1,000, can use them at more than 450 participating hotels islandwide.

The smartcards will be variants of Taiwan’s EasyCard (you you ka in Mandarin) or iPass (yi ka tong), the equivalents of Singapore’s ez-link card, that travellers can use for public transport, shopping and dining.

A spokesman for the tourism bureau said 250,000 vouchers have been allocated for 2023, leaving 150,000 more to be won in 2024 and the remaining 100,000 for 2025. The promotion will end by June 30, 2025, or when the last voucher has been given out that year.

Visitors on cruises and agency-arranged tours are not eligible for these vouchers.

Local and foreign tour agencies, however, will be able to access subsidies up to NT$50,000 (S$2,180) provided by the tourism bureau when they bring groups who stay for at least two nights in Taiwan.

Tour agency CTC Travel said in response to queries from The Straits Times on Wednesday it was looking into giving “perks” to travellers booking a Taiwan tour in the form of discounts and travel insurance, but was waiting for more concrete details on implementation from the tourism bureau.

The tourism financial incentives were approved on March 24 as part of the government’s NT$380 billion post-pandemic economic recovery package, said Taiwan’s Ministry of Transportation and Communications on April 18.

The island ushered in the first wave of revenge travellers after its post-pandemic border opening in October 2022.

Taiwan is looking to attract up to six million foreign visitors in 2023, the tourism bureau’s deputy director-general Trust Lin said in March, adding that an estimated one million visitors had arrived in the first three months of the year.

In the three years before the pandemic, Taiwan averaged about 11.2 million overseas visitors a year, but those numbers plummeted to around 1.38 million in 2020, 141,000 in 2021 and 895,000 last year, according to The Taipei Times.

Taiwan has been a popular tourist destination for travellers from Singapore, with 460,000 registered visitors to the island in 2019, before the onset of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Mr Kevin Tay, 32, who spent seven days with his family on the island in December, said Taiwan is always on his list of places to visit.

“If the claim process for the vouchers is simple, I would definitely be swayed by the incentives,” said the businessman, who stayed at a resort in Hsinchu during his last trip.

Mr Joseph Cheng, director of the Taiwan Tourism Bureau’s Singapore office, said on Monday that tourism receipts in 2023 have been encouraging.

“The number of tourists to Taiwan in January and February has exceeded 50 per cent of the same period in 2019, so the overall situation is good,” he told The Straits Times.

He added that the bureau was aiming for around 230,000 visitors from Singapore in 2023, about half of 2019’s numbers.

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Foreign independent travelers who hold foreign (non-ROC) passports, have stays in Taiwan of 3-90 days, are not members of tour groups, and are not applying for any group-related ROC travel incentives.

The event times below are based on Taiwan local time (UTC/GMT +08:00)

The lucky draw promotion will begin with flights scheduled to arrive in Taiwan on or after 12 pm (noon) on May 1, 2023. It will continue through June 30, 2025. Registration for the promotion will open at 12 pm (noon) on April 28, 2023.

(1) Travelers may register from one to seven days before their scheduled arrival date in Taiwan. Log in to the event website and provide the requested information (such as name, nationality, passport number, flight number, dates of arrival/departure and e-mail address). Select the type of payment you would like to receive (a pre-paid e-ticket card or hotel discount vouchers). Once your registration is successful, the system will automatically send a lucky draw QR code to your registered e-mail.

航班表定抵達臺灣日之 1-7 天前至活動網站登錄相關資訊 (含姓名、國籍、護照號碼、抵臺日期及航班、離臺日期、電子信箱) ，並且選擇消費金種類 (電子票證或住宿折抵優惠券擇一)，登錄成功後，系統將自動發送抽獎 QR Code 至旅客所登載之電子信箱。

(2) Registration timing example: For a flight that is scheduled to arrive in Taiwan at 23:59 on June 1st, travelers can begin registering for the lucky draw at 00:00 on May 25, and the registration window will be open until 23:59:59 on May 30.

On the day you arrive in Taiwan, use the QR Code obtained during event registration to participate in the lucky draw. Proceed to the event area of your airport’s arrival hall. You must complete your lucky draw within the airport arrival hall on the day you arrive in Taiwan. Taiwan’s airports include Taoyuan International Airport (Terminal 1 and Terminal 2), Taipei Songshan Airport, Taichung International Airport and Kaohsiung International Airport.

If the lottery screen shows that you have won a prize, please present your passport and relevant supporting documents (including entry stamp, boarding pass, and electronic round-trip air ticket) to the staff at the prize redemption area. You will then sign to confirm receipt and collect your prize. The type of prize you receive will be the same as you requested at the time of registration. This cannot be changed once it has been entered into the system. Prize redemption can only be completed on the day of arrival in Taiwan.

Reminder: Prizes will not be awarded to travelers who cannot provide the necessary documents for verification.

The NT$5,000 prizes are provided either in the form of a pre-paid (E-ticket) card or a set of accommodation vouchers. These prizes are valid for up to 90 days after issuance.

You can choose an EasyCard, iPASS or iCash 2.0, all of which can be used at affiliated stores within Taiwan. The maximum single-use and daily usage limits for each type of card are outlined in the table below:

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Five vouchers worth NT$1,000 each will be issued. Vouchers can only be used at participating tourist hotels that have valid tourist hotel business licenses, or hotels/homestays that have obtained valid registration certificates. Please refer to the event website for a list of participating accommodations.

發放 1,000 元 5 張，限中獎者本人使用，每張優惠券折抵一次使用，不得找零、轉售。適用於臺灣境內配合本活動且取得觀光旅館業執照之觀光旅館業或取得登記證之旅館業及民宿。

When registering for the lucky draw, the traveler is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and authenticity of the information that they supply. If a traveler is unable to participate in the event or collect a prize due to any errors, this shall be the responsibility of the traveler and not the event organizer. Any person found to be misappropriating the personal information of others or engaging in any other malfeasance shall be held liable and responsible per the applicable laws.

Incentives are available to encourage domestic travel agencies and their overseas counterparts to cooperate in welcoming more foreign tour groups to Taiwan. Such tour groups must have at least four members and stay in Taiwan at least three days and two nights. Incentive levels range from NT$5,000 to NT$50,000 per tour, depending on the number of tour group members and length of stay.

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Period: 12 pm on May 1, 2023 to June 30, 2025 The event times below are based on Taiwan local time (UTC/GMT +08:00)

Accommodation vouchers.

• 5 vouchers of NT$1,000 value each are issued and can only be used by the winners themselves.
• Each voucher can be used once and no change or resale is allowed.
• The voucher is applicable to tourist hotels and B&Bs in Taiwan that have obtained a tourist hotel license or a registration certificate in accordance with these regulations.
• Validity: 90 days starting from the day the travel prize is claimed and collected.
• Please refer to the hotel list
• When registering for the lucky draw, the traveler is responsible for ensuring the accuracy and authenticity of the information that they supply. If a traveler is unable to participate in the event or collect a prize due to any errors, this shall be the responsibility of the traveler and not the event organizer. Any person found to be misappropriating the personal information of others or engaging in any other malfeasance shall be held liable and responsible per the applicable laws.
• Reminders: Accommodation vouchers cannot be used to pre-pay for a room or make a deposit via an online travel service.
• (a) If a reservation is made via a hotel’s official in-house channel (such as its website or by email/telephone/Line), the traveler can pay the agreed-upon amount upon arrival using the accommodation vouchers.
• (b) If a reservation is made via a third-party service, any discounts involved shall not be accepted by the hotel, and the traveler must pay the “full price” as charged by the hotel. Payment must be made upon arrival using the accommodation vouchers. Full payment of any outstanding amount must be made upon arrival using the accommodation vouchers.

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Taiwan government is giving away NT$5,000 travel vouchers to tourists

Here's everything you need to know

Planning for a trip to Taiwan? Well, you're in luck as the Taiwan government has just announced that they will be dishing out travel vouchers (much like our consumption voucher scheme , but travel edition) with the aim to boost tourism and attract foreign visitors to the country. Here's what you need to know:

What is it?

Starting May 1, 2023 (12pm), the Taiwan Tourism Bureau will be distributing 500,000 vouchers worth NT$5,000 each (approximately HK$1,280) as travel incentives for tourists visiting Taiwan. The vouchers will be given out through a lucky draw system and will run all the way through to June 30, 2025. The first 250,000 vouchers will be given out in 2023, while the remaining 150,000 vouchers will be distributed in 2024, and 100,000 vouchers in 2025.

Who is eligible?

Independent travellers who do not hold a ROC (Republic of China) passport and are staying in Taiwan for three to 90 days are eligible. However, this does not apply to those travelling in tour groups. In other words, Hong Kong residents holding a Hong Kong passport can participate!

How do I enter the lucky draw?

The rules are simple. Those who are eligible can register online one to seven days prior to their arrival date in Taiwan on a designated government website (5000.taiwan.net.tw). Registration begins on April 28 at 12pm – but remember, the lucky draw only starts from May 1, 12pm onwards.

Participants must fill in the necessary travel information and choose the type of vouchers they would like to receive (electronic tickets or accommodation discount vouchers). A QR code for the lucky draw will be sent to you via email upon successful registration.

On the day of arrival in Taiwan, participants can head to the lucky draw event area located at the arrival halls in one of four Taiwan airports: Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport, Taipei Songshan Airport, Taichung International Airport, and Kaohsiung International Airport.

How do I collect my prize?

Lucky winners may head to the airport's redemption area and provide relevant documents – including their entry stamp, boarding pass, and an electronic copy of their round-trip tickets – to redeem their prize.

How can I use the travel vouchers?

Those who have chosen to claim their prize in the form of electronic tickets may store the money on an EasyCard or iPass and spend them at designated merchants. Each transaction limit is NT$5,000, while the maximum usage per day is NT$3,000.

Meanwhile, winners who have opted for accommodation discounts will receive five vouchers worth NT$1,000 each. The vouchers can only be used once by the winner at hotels with tourist hotel business licenses and commercial hotels or hostels with registered licenses. The vouchers can not be reused or resold.

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Taiwan is Giving Away Travel Vouchers to 500,000 Lucky Foreign Tourists Starting May 1

May 2, 2023 May 5, 2023 by Tin V

Your trip to Taiwan just got even better!

Are you excited to visit Taiwan this 2023? As you should– Taiwan Tourism Bureau is giving away travel vouchers worth NT$5,000 to individual travelers coming to Taiwan starting May 1!

Through the “Taiwan the Lucky Land” promo, the Taiwan Government hopes to attract more international travelers to visit Taiwan, with a goal of having 6 million visitors this year. A total of 500,000 individual tourists will have the chance to win exciting vouchers via a raffle draw. The said promo will last until June 30, 2025. 

Want to know to be one of the lucky tourists? Here’s how.

How to join the Taiwan voucher giveaway

Step 1: Login and register via the campaign website at least one to seven days before your arrival in Taiwan. Step 2: Check your inbox using the email address you used to register. Step 3: Get your QR code via email and screenshot or save it. Step 4: Upon arrival in Taiwan, head to the event station at the arrival hall and scan your QR code. Step 5: Redeem your vouchers if you’re one of the lucky winners! 

If you’ve won, present your passport with an entry stamp, boarding pass, and roundtrip e-ticket to sign and collect the prize on the spot.

Eligibility

To join the voucher giveaway, you must be:

• A foreign passport holder;
• An individual traveler (group tourists are excluded from this promo); and
• Staying in Taiwan for three up to 90 days

How to use the prize

Winning travelers will have two choices on how they can make use of their prize:

Option 1: as an Electronic ticket

You can either get an EasyCard or an All-in-one card to be used in participating stores. The single-use limit is NT$1,500 with a daily limit of NT$3,000.

Option 2: as accommodation discount coupons

Winners will be given 5 coupons worth 1,000 yuan that they can use in registered hotels or homestays in Taiwan. See the full list here. Coupons may only be used once, and are non-transferrable and non-convertible. 

The travel voucher giveaway starts on May 1, from 12 noon to June 30, 2025. Note that the lucky draw and prize redemption must be done on your arrival day in Taiwan. The giveaway is open in Taoyuan International Airport Terminals 1 and 2, Taipei Songshan Airport, Taichung International Airport, and Kaohsiung International Airport. 

For more information about the Taiwan The Lucky Land promo, visit their official website here .  What are you waiting for? Plan your trip to Taiwan now and get a chance to win this exciting giveaway!

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Taiwan is paying tourists to visit—here's what you need to know

Many countries continue to struggle to bring back tourism on the scale that it was before the COVID-19 pandemic. Places like Hong Kong and regions in Italy have turned to offering free travel and even free houses to encourage people to visit and to help boost their economies.

The latest place on that list is Taiwan. The government is offering tourists 5,000 New Taiwan dollars (about $163 USD) per traveler or NT$20,000 (about $653 USD) for up to 90,000 tour groups.

According to The Points Guy , Chang Shi-chung, the director-general of the Taiwan Tourism Bureau, said the money would be sent via a digital tourist card to ensure the funds go directly to Taiwan's tourism. Travelers will be able to use the cards for food, accommodation, and other travel expenses.

Taiwan is focusing on attracting more visitors from places like Japan, South Korea, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Macao, Europe, and the U.S.

According to the Taiwan Tourism Bureau , it saw under 900,000 visitors in 2022 compared to a record 11.8 million international tourists in 2019 .

It's still unclear when and how Taiwan will start distributing the digital tourist cards, as the government hasn't yet released its plan.

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Taiwan government is offering more than RM700 vouchers to tourists starting May 1

The Taiwanese government is offering NTD 5,000 (approx. RM723) worth of vouchers to incoming tourists starting May 1. The rewards will be available to individual travellers, while travel agencies can receive subsidies worth NTD 10,000 to 20,000 for groups coming to Taiwan.

The scheme is part of the government’s NTD 5.3 billion plan to attract around six million overseas travellers this year. They hope it will help the tourism sector and the pandemic-stricken economy recover. The incentive also encourages local spending following COVID-19 curbs.

Taiwan travel: Everything to know about the vouchers

The proposed spending plan comes after Taiwan fully  reopens to Hong Kong and Macau tourists . Officials said the package has been in the works for a while but needed some time to implement the plan. 

Travellers entering Taiwan with a foreign passport and staying there for at least three days up to 90 days are eligible for the scheme. Half of the 500,000 vouchers available are given out this year with the entire scheme running through until 2025. Tourists must register online in advance on the designated website which will go live on May 1.

The vouchers will be available through a lucky draw upon arrival at one of the four airports in Taiwan. They are Taoyuan International Airport, Songshan Airport, Taichung International Airport, and Kaohsiung International Airport. Winners can claim the prize by presenting supporting documents at the counter of the airport or at the Tourism Bureau office.

Winners can choose between two options

Lucky winners will be able to choose how to spend the vouchers including accommodation or stored value payment cards such as iPass or EasyCard. Those who choose the latter can only pay vendors who accept the cards. Each payment is limited to NTD 1,500 and daily spending is capped at NTD 3,000. Meanwhile, those who prefer to use it for accommodation will receive five vouchers each valued at NTD 1,000.

The vouchers can only be used by the winners and are not up for sale to others. Hotels will also not be able to refund any price difference if the accommodation cost is less than the voucher value. Next year, 1500,000 vouchers will be given out followed by 100,000 recipients in 2025.

Hongkongers showed excitement when Taiwan reopened its borders in February. While there is a massive demand to secure an entry visa online, many opt for a visa upon arrival. Taiwan also scrapped social distancing measures and eased its indoor face mask mandate as the pandemic stabilised.

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Are you planning to visit Taiwan soon? Then you're in luck! The Taiwan government has announced that they will be providing NTD 5,000 t...

Explore Taiwan with NTD 5,000 Travel Vouchers for International Free Independent Travelers (FIT)

Are you planning to visit Taiwan soon? Then you're in luck! The Taiwan government has announced that they will be providing NTD 5,000 travel vouchers starting May 1, 2023, to international independent travelers (non-ROC passports). This is a great opportunity for foreign visitors to explore the beautiful island of Taiwan and experience its culture and cuisine.

The travel voucher initiative is part of the Taiwan government's efforts to boost the country's tourism industry, which has been severely impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. The vouchers can be used for a wide range of travel-related expenses, such as accommodations, transportation, and tourism activities. To be eligible for the voucher, non-Taiwan passport holders must stay in Taiwan for 3-90 days, are not members of tour groups, and are not applying for any group-related Taiwan travel incentives.

Here's how you can apply for the NTD 5,000 travel voucher:

Step 1: Visit the official website of the Taiwan Tourism Bureau ( https://eng.taiwan.net.tw/ ) and click on the "Independent tour" section and click Register now.  Fill out the application form with your personal information, passport details, flight number, dates of arrival/ departure and email address. Once your registration is successful, the system will automatically send a lucky draw QR code to your registered e-mail. Register at least 1 to 7 days before your scheduled arrival date in Taiwan.

Step  2: Try your luck and draw at the arrivals hall of airports in Taiwan. Use the QR Code obtained during event registration to participate in the lucky draw. Proceed to the event area of your airport’s arrival hall. You must complete your lucky draw within the airport arrival hall on the day you arrive in Taiwan. 

Step 3: Receive your prize on the spot and enjoy your trip to Taiwan.  The type of prize you receive will be the same as you requested at the time of registration. This cannot be changed once it has been entered into the system. Prize redemption can only be completed on the day of arrival in Taiwan.

Reminder: Prizes will not be awarded to travelers who cannot provide the necessary documents for verification.

There are also incentives for group tours organized by tour operators and travel agencies. Such tour groups must have at least four members and stay in Taiwan at least three days and two nights. Incentive levels range from NT$5,000 to NT$50,000 per tour, depending on the number of tour group members and length of stay.

Campaign Period

The campaign starts with any flight from the scheduled flight arrival time in Taiwan at 12:00 noon on May 1, 2023 (registration will be open from 12:00 noon on April 28, 2023) to June 30, 2025. However, cards will not be issued once the quota issued for the year is exhausted.

Now, let's talk about how you can make the most of your travel voucher. There are plenty of things to  see and do in Taiwan . It is a beautiful country with a rich cultural heritage and a diverse range of tourist attractions. Whether you are interested in exploring the bustling city streets of Taipei or soaking up the natural beauty of Taiwan's national parks, there is something for everyone.

One popular destination that you should definitely consider visiting is Taroko National Park. Known for its breathtaking natural scenery, Taroko National Park offers a range of outdoor activities, including hiking, cycling, and river tracing. Another must-visit destination is Sun Moon Lake, which is considered one of Taiwan's most scenic spots.

If you are interested in exploring Taiwan's cultural heritage, be sure to visit the National Palace Museum, which houses an impressive collection of Chinese art and artifacts. You can also check out the traditional Taiwanese architecture in the old town of Jiufen or immerse yourself in Taiwanese history at 228 Peace Memorial Park.

Overall, the NTD 5,000 travel voucher is a great opportunity for non-Taiwan passport holders to discover the charms of Taiwan. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a frequent traveler, Taiwan has something to offer for everyone. So what are you waiting for? Start planning your Taiwan adventure today! 

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Taiwan Is Hosting A Travel Voucher Giveaway For Tourists, Here’s How To Join

Taiwan travel voucher giveaway for tourists

Now that the pandemic is slowly waning, tourists can travel and visit places more freely with less restrictions. Luckily, countries this year are more than happy to accommodate them.

To celebrate, Taiwan is hosting a travel voucher giveaway for all tourists to encourage more visitations. It comes with an added bonus of travel money for the lucky winners.

Countries welcome more tourists

While Covid-19 is still around, people are less threatened by it now that it’s properly managed. Countries and at the same time, airlines, share the same sentiment.

Last March of this year, Hong Kong hosted a roundtrip ticket giveaway to celebrate the comeback of tourism in the country. Now, Taiwan is following Hong Kong’s footsteps by hosting their own giveaway.

Taiwan celebrates with a travel voucher giveaway

Coming in with some thrilling news, the Taiwan Tourism Bureau will be giving away 500,000 travel vouchers worth about P9,000 (~USD162.19) each for tourists during the course of three years.

This year will cover 250,000 vouchers, 2024 will follow up with 150,000 vouchers, and 2025 will follow with its last 100,000 vouchers.

Starting on 1st May 2023, Taiwan The Lucky Land campaign will launch the giveaways. Lucky winners will get a chance to win a prepaid E-ticket card or five accommodation vouchers amounting to the specified giveaway value.

The Taiwan government hopes to boost their tourism after the drop caused by the last couple of years’ travel restrictions.

How to join

The giveaway is a lucky draw. For those who want in on the prize, you must first register and log in on the campaign website. This should be done within one to seven days before your arrival in Taiwan. Once registered done, you should  receive a QR code via email.

Upon your arrival in Taiwan, you can head to the event station to scan your QR code. The event station is located in the airport’s arrival hall. You complete your participation in the lucky draw by scanning your QR code at the event station.

You’ll know then and then if you’ve been chosen as one of the lucky winners. If you’re lucky enough to snag a prize, you can go ahead with the redemption procedures and have fun!

Do take note that this giveaway will only be applicable in participating airports. More details here .

Taiwan travel voucher giveaway to boost tourism

As tourism ramps up this year and in the coming year, it’s great to see countries rewarding those who support the return of travel with this kind of  giveaways. Help boost tourism by joining the lucky draw. Who knows, you might just be one of the lucky winners.

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Bureau plans incentives for international tourists.

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The Tourism Bureau plans to offer incentives to attract international tourists as the nation plans to gradually lift all travel restrictions to contain COVID-19, Minister of Transportation and Communications Wang Kwo-tsai (王國材) said yesterday.

The incentives would be funded by surplus national tax revenue from last year, Wang said.

The funding could be appropriated after the legislature passes draft special statutes governing the use of the surplus tax revenue in the upcoming legislative session, he said.

Travelers crowd Taiwan Taoyuan International Airport on Jan. 20.

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Of the NT$450 billion (US$14.97 billion) in surplus tax revenue, the government plans to spend NT$100 billion on seven categories of projects to bolster Taiwan’s economic resilience amid challenges brought by global inflation, he added.

The categories include housing and public transportation projects, incentives to attract international tourists, and infrastructure upgrades for the agriculture and fishery industries, Wang said.

“Once the Legislative Yuan passes the draft special statutes, we can begin appropriating funding after submitting the budget plan,” he said.

“Incentives for international tourists could become available before April,” he added.

The incentives would be offered to group and individual travelers, Wang said.

“The Tourism Bureau plans to subsidize overseas travel agencies that organize tours to Taiwan and Taiwanese travel agencies that host inbound travelers,” he said.

“For individual travelers, the bureau is considering offering them EasyCards and vouchers for Taiwan Tour Bus rides. They might also receive a voucher to buy Taiwanese fruits at convenience stores,” Wang said.

The funding, which would be available until 2025, would cover the broadcast of tourism commercials in international media, he said.

“We have seen a strong recovery in domestic tourism, as shown in a dramatic increase of travelers during the Lunar New Year holiday. Our next goal should be to attract international travelers. Their greater purchasing power would boost the businesses of international tourist hotels and travel agencies that host inbound travelers,” he added.

The nation has set a goal of attracting 6 million international travelers this year, 1 million of whom would be Chinese, Wang said.

“As transportation minister, I welcome Chinese tourists,” he said.

“As all travel restrictions for international travelers are expected to be gradually lifted this year, airlines would increase the number of cross-strait flights to accommodate tourists from China,” he added.

Last year, about 850,000 international tourists visited Taiwan, surpassing the 700,000 target set by the bureau, Wang said.

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What is the death toll?

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What parts of Taiwan were affected?

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What was damaged?

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How prepared was Taiwan?

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