Taiwan’s “Panahon sa Taiwan” Travel Fair Captivates Audience in Manila

The “Panahon sa Taiwan: Ang Iyong Love Story” Travel Fair, held on May 18 and 19 at the Activity Center of Market! Market! in Taguig, brought Taiwan’s vibrant charm to Manila. Organized by the Taiwan Tourism Administration, the event attracted travel enthusiasts, media, and industry partners to celebrate Taiwan’s rich culture.

Esteemed guests, including Deputy Representative of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in the Philippines, Mr. Dustin Teng-Shi Yang, Director of the Taiwan Tourism Administration, Ms. Cindy Chen, and Taiwan Tourism Ambassadors, Ms. Gabbi Garcia and Mr. Khalil Ramos, graced the event. Their presence underscored the importance of cultural exchange and tourism between Taiwan and the Philippines.

Adding to the excitement was the unveiling of the new “TAIWAN” 3.0 logo, inspired by the island’s natural beauty, its mountains, oceans, and winding roads. This logo harmonizes with the Taiwan Tourism Administration’s brand identity: “Enjoy the Mountains, Encounter the Sea. Enchanted with the Island.”

The new slogan, “Waves of Wonder,” captures Taiwan’s abundant tourism resources and rich cultural history, symbolizing the waves of delightful experiences awaiting travelers.

One of the event’s highlights was the showcase of various Taiwan travel packages by invited travel partners, designed for Gabbi and Khalil’s upcoming “Meet and Greet” in Taipei on December 14 and Kaohsiung on December 15. These packages offer exclusive opportunities for fans to explore Taiwan and meet the ambassadors in person.

“Gabbi and Khalil truly embody the spirit of Taiwan – their enthusiasm and love for our country are contagious. We are thrilled to have them as our ambassadors,” remarked Ms. Cindy Chen, Director of the Taiwan Tourism Administration.

Gabbi and Khalil delighted the audience with a heartfelt rendition of Meteor Garden’s “Qing Fei De Yi (Can’t Help Falling in Love).” Their performance was a crowd favorite, adding a touch of nostalgia and romance to the event.

Attendees were introduced to the ‘Taiwan the Lucky Land’ campaign, a major initiative by the Taiwan Tourism Administration. Foreign independent travelers who hold foreign passports, stay for 3-90 days, are not part of tour groups, and have not applied for other NT$5000 subsidies with this administration, are invited to share their favorite moments from the travel fair on social media using the hashtag #TaiwanTourismPH2024. By engaging online, they stand a chance to win NT$5000 in consumption vouchers, exclusive for eligible participants. More information and registration details can be found here.

Additionally, complimentary transit half-day tours were available for passengers with 7 to 24-hour layovers before their next connecting flight, offering a convenient and enjoyable way to explore Taiwan’s attractions.

The “Panahon sa Taiwan” Travel Fair successfully showcased Taiwan’s unique attractions and fostered a deeper connection with Filipino travelers. As we look forward to the final leg of the fair in October, the Taiwan Tourism Administration is excited to continue this journey of cultural exchange and tourism promotion.

For updates and the latest promotions, visit their official website at Taiwan Tourism.