https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/taiwan/ Taiwan News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:40:05+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eva-air-becomes-first-airline-in-asia-to-sign-for-aeroshark-modification/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eva-air-becomes-first-airline-in-asia-to-sign-for-aeroshark-modification/ EVA Air, Taiwan’s leading independent airline, has been announced by Lufthansa Technik AG as the first Asian airline having signed for modifications with its drag-reducing and hence fuel-saving AeroSHARK surface technology jointly developed with BASF. The Taipei-based airline decided to have its entire cargo fleet of nine Boeing 777F long-range freighters modified with the innovative riblet films covering the aircraft’s fuselage and engine nacelles. Tue, 27 Aug 2024 06:49:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/skytrax-ranks-eva-air-in-top-ten-airlines-in-the-world/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/skytrax-ranks-eva-air-in-top-ten-airlines-in-the-world/ EVA Air, Taiwan’s leading independent airline, has ranked in the world’s top ten airlines by SKYTRAX, an airline and airport review and ranking site, which unveiled its “2024 Global Airline Awards” at the Fairmont Windsor Park on Monday, 24 June, 2024. Thu, 27 Jun 2024 05:15:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/2024-eva-air-esg-innovative-design-competition/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/2024-eva-air-esg-innovative-design-competition/ EVA Air, Taiwan’s leading independent airline, and Chung Yuan Christian University have again partnered to hold the “2024 EVA Air ESG Innovative Design Competition” with invitations to participate extended to teachers and students from colleges and universities. Sat, 25 May 2024 07:00:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-serves-up-another-starred-banquet-on-the-clouds/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-serves-up-another-starred-banquet-on-the-clouds/ China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, added more stars to its in-flight catering by announcing a partnership with MIPON, the Michelin one star restaurant at the Grand Mayfull Hotel Taipei. Mon, 01 Apr 2024 07:14:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-expanding-north-american-network/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-expanding-north-american-network/ Taiwan-based China Airlines has announced that it will begin offering non-stop flights to Seattle, the “Emerald City”, starting July 14, 2024. The Taipei-Seattle route will expand the carrier’s passenger services to northwestern USA by offering five weekly flights with the Airbus A350-900. In addition to providing travelers with even more options for travel between Taiwan and the Americas, China Airlines will leverage its extensive regional network to expand its share of the transfer market in Asia and boost business growth. Mon, 18 Mar 2024 06:37:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/capella-hotels-and-resorts-to-make-debut-in-taiwan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/capella-hotels-and-resorts-to-make-debut-in-taiwan/ Capella Taipei invites guests to experience a contemporary and vibrant urban retreat in the culture-rich Asian city Capella Hotels and Resorts proudly announces the opening of Capella Taipei in the winter of 2024, poised to become an urban sanctuary in the heart of Taipei’s vibrant Dunhua North Road. Mere minutes from the 101 area, this 86-key luxurious retreat offers a unique blend of city energy and serene elegance. Thu, 01 Feb 2024 08:37:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-exclusive-world-champion-bread-by-yao-hsun-chen-now-onboard/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-exclusive-world-champion-bread-by-yao-hsun-chen-now-onboard/ China Airlines, the Taiwan based carrier, has partnered with Yao-hsun Chen of Yoshi Bakery to bring his world champion bread onboard. Effectively immediately, bread developed exclusively for China Airlines by Chen will be served in all cabin classes on all flights departing from Taiwan, demonstrating the carrier’s tireless pursuit of innovation and breakthroughs in in-flight catering. Sun, 07 Jan 2024 08:11:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-sustainability-demonstration-flight-improves-carbon-reductio/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-sustainability-demonstration-flight-improves-carbon-reductio/ China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, took part in the second The Sustainable Flight Challenge (TSFC) held by SkyTeam. Flight CI753/CI754 between Taipei and Singapore was designated as the sustainability demonstration flight successfully reducing its carbon emissions by 150 tons. Tue, 08 Aug 2023 04:59:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eva-air-signs-letter-of-intent-with-tat-to-promote-thai-tourism/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eva-air-signs-letter-of-intent-with-tat-to-promote-thai-tourism/ EVA Air, Taiwan’s leading independent airline, has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) to cooperate in the promotion of Thailand’s tourism for the mutual benefit of the two parties, which will see EVA Air’s global route network used to boost visitor numbers from key source markets to Thailand. Wed, 02 Aug 2023 06:09:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-and-philippine-airlines-adding-more-codeshare-routes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-and-philippine-airlines-adding-more-codeshare-routes/ China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, has announced an expansion of its codesharing agreement with Philippine Airlines taking advantage of the strong post-COVID travel market between Taiwan and the Philippines. Sun, 30 Jul 2023 07:10:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-recognized-as-a-best-company-to-work-for-in-asia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-recognized-as-a-best-company-to-work-for-in-asia/ HR Asia has named China Airlines one of the 2023 Best Companies to Work for in Asia. This was the first time the Taiwanese airline took part in the awards where it faced 339 competing companies. Mon, 24 Jul 2023 06:41:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-code-sharing-with-ita-airways-to-expand-italian-network/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-code-sharing-with-ita-airways-to-expand-italian-network/ China Airlines has announced its partnership with ITA Airways for the code-sharing of flight CI075/076 on the Taipei-Rome route. The codesharing agreement will also be expanded to cover other destinations within Italy to promote the development of both markets by streamlining travel between Taiwan and Italy. Sun, 09 Jul 2023 03:55:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-expands-southern-taiwan-network/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-expands-southern-taiwan-network/ China Airlines expects the relaxation of border restrictions in Taiwan and South Korea to boost Taiwanese tourism and business travel to Korea. Mon, 22 May 2023 05:15:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/alaska-airlines-launches-partnership-with-starlux-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/alaska-airlines-launches-partnership-with-starlux-airlines/ Our newest global partner now flies between Los Angeles and Taipei with connections to 16 destinations across Asia; Mileage Plan members can earn miles on all STARLUX flights Thu, 27 Apr 2023 08:11:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eva-air-boosts-sustainable-fleet-with-five-additional-787-9-dreamliners/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eva-air-boosts-sustainable-fleet-with-five-additional-787-9-dreamliners/ Boeing and EVA Air today finalized an order for five additional 787-9 Dreamliners, a repeat order for Boeing’s super-efficient widebody jet. Tue, 04 Apr 2023 06:46:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/a-new-sustainable-luxury-hotel-experience-gaining-momentum/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/a-new-sustainable-luxury-hotel-experience-gaining-momentum/ InterContinental Kaohsiung, a Taiwan-based luxury hotel under IHG Hotels & Resorts, has recently attracted significant interest from around the world with its novel sustainable luxury experience located in the heart of Kaohsiung. Fri, 31 Mar 2023 08:19:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-introduces-trendy-podcast-programming-for-in-flight-entertai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-introduces-trendy-podcast-programming-for-in-flight-entertai/ China Airlines has announced that it has partnered with “SoundOn”, the No.1 brand in the Taiwanese audio industry, to launch all-new high-quality podcast programming for in-flight entertainment systems. Travelers can now listen to a wide variety of channels on different intellectual topics while in the sky. Programs such as international finance and economy, travel and culture, lifestyle and sustainability will take your ears on a different journey when you fly with China Airlines Mon, 20 Mar 2023 07:29:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qantas-expands-partnership-with-china-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qantas-expands-partnership-with-china-airlines/ Frequent flyers can now use their Qantas Points to travel to more than 75 destinations around the world with China Airlines, as Qantas expands its partnership with the Taipei-based carrier. Fri, 17 Mar 2023 06:57:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-and-yuan-lih-construction-co.-ltd.-to-unveil-brand-new-luxury/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-and-yuan-lih-construction-co.-ltd.-to-unveil-brand-new-luxury/ Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, a global leader in luxury hospitality, and Yuan Lih Construction Co., Ltd., the developer that is part of Taipei-based Yuan Lih Group, announce plans for a new luxury hotel in the heart of Taiwan’s capital. Fri, 03 Mar 2023 06:21:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-announces-plans-for-new-luxury-hotel-in-heart-of-taiwans-capit/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/four-seasons-announces-plans-for-new-luxury-hotel-in-heart-of-taiwans-capit/ Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts, a global leader in luxury hospitality, and Yuan Lih Construction Co., Ltd., the developer that is part of Taipei-based Yuan Lih Group, announce plans for a new luxury hotel in the heart of Taiwan’s capital. Thu, 16 Feb 2023 07:59:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-expands-presence-in-vietnam/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-expands-presence-in-vietnam/ China Airlines officially launched direct flights between Taipei and Da Nang. An important travel hub in Vietnam, Da Nang is China Airlines’ third scheduled service in the country and the first addition to the network in 2023. Tue, 03 Jan 2023 10:04:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-sets-another-example-for-sustainability-in-the-airline-indus/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-sets-another-example-for-sustainability-in-the-airline-indus/ Taiwan-based carrier China Airlines has won extensive recognition for its sustainability philosophy and accomplishments by winning more than 10 national and international awards in 2022 thus far Sun, 18 Dec 2022 07:52:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-picked-by-djsi-for-seventh-consecutive-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-picked-by-djsi-for-seventh-consecutive-year/ The results of the 2022 Dow Jones Sustainability Indices (DJSI) have now been released. China Airlines placed first in the global aviation industry, breaking its own ranking and scoring record and making this the first time that a Taiwanese transportation operator has been crowned. Wed, 14 Dec 2022 07:58:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/episode-hsinchu-officially-debuts-as-the-first-hotel-in-the-jdv-by-hyatt-po/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/episode-hsinchu-officially-debuts-as-the-first-hotel-in-the-jdv-by-hyatt-po/ Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today the official opening of EPISODE Hsinchu, marking the first hotel within the JdV by Hyatt portfolio in Taiwan and the debut of the Hotel EPISODE brand which delivers new experiences that match the unique rhythms of the modern lifestyle traveler. Tue, 22 Nov 2022 08:51:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/starlux-takes-delivery-of-first-a350-900/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/starlux-takes-delivery-of-first-a350-900/ STARLUX Airlines took delivery of its first A350-900 today at Airbus Headquarters in Toulouse, France. The delivery ceremony was led by STARLUX Airlines Chairman K.W. Chang and CEO Glenn Chai, who were both excited to mark the new milestone. Sat, 29 Oct 2022 08:03:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-announces-resumption-of-its-daily-service-between-taipei-and-dubai/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-announces-resumption-of-its-daily-service-between-taipei-and-dubai/ Emirates’ Taipei-Dubai route is scheduled to go daily from 6 November, following the conclusion of Taiwan’s reopening plan with the termination of its mandatory COVID-19 quarantine restrictions for arrivals. Wed, 19 Oct 2022 05:39:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-six-star-hotel-in-east-taiwan-set-to-debut-at-year-end/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/first-six-star-hotel-in-east-taiwan-set-to-debut-at-year-end/ The first six-star hotel in eastern Taiwan, Le Meridien Hualien Resort, is set to launch by the end of the year and is now hiring to gear up for international tourists after a full border reopening. Sun, 09 Oct 2022 07:20:43 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sia-group-steps-up-east-asia-services-to-meet-strong-demand/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sia-group-steps-up-east-asia-services-to-meet-strong-demand/ The Singapore Airlines (SIA) Group will reinstate flights and increase services to more key destinations across its network in the coming weeks, including points in key East Asian markets as border restrictions further ease across the region. Thu, 06 Oct 2022 07:54:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-unveils-taiwans-first-a321neo-pikachu-jet-ci/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-unveils-taiwans-first-a321neo-pikachu-jet-ci/ China Airlines formally unveiled its “Pikachu Jet CI”, the first Pokémon liveried aircraft in Taiwan. This was the most colorful livery in the history of China Airlines, taking 21 days to apply. A one-day charity micro-trip was organized on September 30 by China Airlines for the Taoyuan-Taipei (Songshan) route. Thu, 29 Sep 2022 06:48:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-purchase-16-new-boeing-787-9/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-purchase-16-new-boeing-787-9/ China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, announced the purchase of 16 Boeing 787-9 passenger aircraft fitted with the General Electric GEnx engine today (8/30). Deliveries are expected to commence in 2025 and the next-generation aircraft will become the mainstay of the medium-capacity wide-body fleet Fri, 02 Sep 2022 08:47:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-purchase-16-new-boeing-787-9-passenger-aircraft/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-purchase-16-new-boeing-787-9-passenger-aircraft/ China Airlines, the Taiwan-based carrier, announced the purchase of 16 Boeing 787-9 passenger aircraft fitted with the General Electric GEnx engine today (8/30). Deliveries are expected to commence in 2025 and the next-generation aircraft will become the mainstay of the medium-capacity wide-body fleet Wed, 31 Aug 2022 06:43:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moxy-taichung-takes-brand-into-taiwan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/moxy-taichung-takes-brand-into-taiwan/ Marriott has announced the opening of its first Moxy Hotel in Taiwan, shaking up the hospitality scene. The property features 262 bedrooms that are cleverly designed to maximise space Wed, 11 Nov 2020 05:04:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-where-might-recover-from-the-covid-19-pan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-investigates-where-might-recover-from-the-covid-19-pan/ With over three million confirmed cases and upwards of 200,000 fatalities around the world, there are few signs of the Covid-19 pandemic slowing its rampage across the globe. However, some countries appear to have managed to slow down the rate of new cases and now seem to be on a slow and possibly difficult path towards recovery. Here we find out more Tue, 28 Apr 2020 11:33:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lee-to-lead-louis-t-collection-taiwan-property/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/lee-to-lead-louis-t-collection-taiwan-property/ Shane Lee joins the team this month in preparation for the March opening of CESVI, a 28-room boutique hotel made entirely of shipping containers in Taiwan’s thriving port city of Kaohsiung. Wed, 08 Jan 2020 08:51:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/milan-malpensa-to-welcome-eva-air-in-february/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/milan-malpensa-to-welcome-eva-air-in-february/ The Star Alliance carrier, which flew more than 12.5 million passengers in 2018, currently flies to 65 global destinations, including 11 in North America and 50 in Asia and Oceania. Fri, 19 Jul 2019 08:33:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/berry-to-lead-mandarin-oriental-taipei/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/berry-to-lead-mandarin-oriental-taipei/ Mandarin Oriental, Taipei, has announced the appointment of Karan Berry as general manager of Mandarin Oriental, Taipei. Fri, 29 Mar 2019 10:23:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kimpton-da-an-hotel-takes-brand-into-asia-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/kimpton-da-an-hotel-takes-brand-into-asia-for-first-time/ Kimpton Da An is ideally located in the heart of Taipei city, allowing guests easy access to local cafes, boutiques and galleries, while providing a welcoming environment decorated with artwork from local artisans. Fri, 29 Mar 2019 08:53:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rosewood-taipei-under-development-for-2024-opening-in-taiwan/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/rosewood-taipei-under-development-for-2024-opening-in-taiwan/ Rosewood Hotels & Resorts has been appointed by Fubon Hospitality Management to manage Rosewood Taipei, set to open in 2024. The new ultra-luxury hotel located in the flourishing cultural and financial hub of Taiwan is an important addition to Rosewood’s expanding footprint in key destinations in Asia Pacific. Wed, 12 Dec 2018 09:15:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hertz-to-offer-new-car-rental-options-in-taiwan-following-chailease-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hertz-to-offer-new-car-rental-options-in-taiwan-following-chailease-deal/ Hertz International has launched a referral partnership with established car rental company, Chailease Auto Rental, an industry leader operating in Taiwan since 1977. Tue, 28 Aug 2018 10:26:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hyatt-selected-for-taipei-sky-tower-development/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hyatt-selected-for-taipei-sky-tower-development/ Riant Capital has unveiled its selection of hotel operator, architect, and designers for the highly anticipated Taipei Sky Tower. Catered to high-end travellers looking for different types of experiences, TST has announced its collaboration with Hyatt Hotels & Resorts for Asia’s first large scale lifestyle-driven development. Wed, 24 Jan 2018 16:43:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/meidinger-appointed-general-manager-of-grand-hyatt-taipei/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/meidinger-appointed-general-manager-of-grand-hyatt-taipei/ Grand Hyatt Taipei has tapped veteran hotelier, Jan-Hendrik Meidinger, as its new general manager. In his new role, Meidinger will lead one of the region’s most iconic luxury properties and its 1,000 hotel ambassadors. Wed, 27 Dec 2017 09:03:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-launch-london-taipei-route-in-december/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-airlines-to-launch-london-taipei-route-in-december/ China Airlines is returning to the UK following a five-year hiatus, with the launch of a new non-stop service between London Gatwick and Taipei’s Taoyuan International from December. Tue, 17 Oct 2017 08:46:28 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/citizenm-taipei-north-gate-takes-brand-in-asia-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/citizenm-taipei-north-gate-takes-brand-in-asia-for-first-time/ Artyzen Hospitality Group has welcomed the opening of the inaugural citizenM hotel in Asia. Located in Taiwan’s cosmopolitan capital directly opposite the city’s historical site, North Gate, citizenM Taipei North Gate is within short walking distance of both Taipei Main Station and the Airport Express terminal, which offers an efficient 35-minute direct train to Taoyuan International Airport. Wed, 23 Aug 2017 08:32:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/evelyn-kung-marketing-communications-director-grand-mayfull-hotel-taipei/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/evelyn-kung-marketing-communications-director-grand-mayfull-hotel-taipei/ Evelyn Kung, marketing communications director, Grand Mayfull Hotel Taipei , speaks to Breaking Travel News as the hotel walks away with a top title at the World Travel Awards. Fri, 09 Jun 2017 14:43:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/superstar-virgo-to-homeport-in-kaohsiung-from-march/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/superstar-virgo-to-homeport-in-kaohsiung-from-march/ Star Cruises has announced the launch of a new three-month Kaohsiung homeport deployment of flagship SuperStar Virgo. The vessel will offer and a six day/five night Golden Triangle Journey from the port, featuring ports of call in Hong Kong, Manila and Laoag, allowing Taiwanese cruisers the flexibility to embark or disembark in Kaohsiung, Hong Kong or Manila. Thu, 05 Jan 2017 09:28:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-a380-operations-to-taipei-and-prague/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-launches-a380-operations-to-taipei-and-prague/ Emirates expanded their network of destinations served by its flagship A380 aircraft with the launch of new scheduled service to Taipei and Prague, reports Phil Blizzard in Dubai. In doing so Emirates are the first and only airline to operate an A380 into these two cities, making the total number of destinations served by Emirates’ iconic A380 to more than 40. Tue, 03 May 2016 08:45:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-grand-hyatt-taipei/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-leadership-for-grand-hyatt-taipei/ Grand Hyatt Taipei has tapped a veteran of the hospitality industry in Asia, Sammy Carolus, to lead the property and its 1,000 staff as general manager. Carolus previously was general manager of Thailand’s Hyatt Regency Hua Hin. He relocates to Taipei with more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality industry. Mon, 04 Apr 2016 10:21:27 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grand-hyatt-taipei-remerges-on-taiwan-hospitality-scene/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/grand-hyatt-taipei-remerges-on-taiwan-hospitality-scene/ Twenty-five years after opening as the first, true international luxury hotel in the capital, the Grand Hyatt Taipei is on the verge of yet another debut as one of the most sophisticated, urban hotels in East Asia. The Grand Hyatt Taipei is celebrating its re-launch April 23rd after a top-to-toe renovation that fleshed out the hotel from its concrete bones. Thu, 02 Apr 2015 09:33:29 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-sees-48-increase-in-uk-visitors-in-q1-2014/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-sees-48-increase-in-uk-visitors-in-q1-2014/ The Taiwan Tourism Bureau has announced a nearly 50 per cent increase in UK visitors in the first five months of 2014, when compared to the same period in 2013. Sat, 12 Jul 2014 23:00:22 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fujita-kanko-expands-into-taipei/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fujita-kanko-expands-into-taipei/ Japanese hospitality company Fujita Kanko, headquartered in Tokyo, has opened an office in Taipei. Taiwan is Japan’s third largest inbound market, according to the Japan National Tourism Organisation, after Korea and China. Tue, 04 Dec 2012 09:36:47 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-joins-united-states-visa-waiver-programme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-joins-united-states-visa-waiver-programme/ Taiwan has joined the United States Visa Waiver Program according to a statement from Janet Napolitano, secretary of the department of homeland security. Eligible Taiwan passport holders will now be able to visit the United States without visas on trips of up to 90 days. Wed, 03 Oct 2012 12:24:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-tourism-bureau-comes-to-london-for-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-tourism-bureau-comes-to-london-for-2012/ London Taxi Advertising is launching a full livery taxi advertising campaign for the Taiwan Tourism Bureau in London. Paul Tremarco, sales director at London Taxi Advertising contacted the tourism bureau to promote the effectiveness of taxi advertising as an Outdoor medium during the London 2012 Summer Olympics – a format they have never used before. Mon, 18 Jun 2012 08:21:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-in-tourism-drive/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-in-tourism-drive/ The Taiwan Tourism Bureau has officially launched its new global tourism promotion brand: ‘Taiwan – The Heart of Asia’.  The new brand will play a part in further developing international markets as the Tourism Bureau steps up its activities to position Taiwan as a leading travel destination. Mon, 21 Mar 2011 11:59:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-moves-towards-schengen-visa-exemption/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-moves-towards-schengen-visa-exemption/ The European Commission has proposed the addition of Taiwan to the list of countries whose citizens can visit without a visa. Exemptions are presently made for Singapore, Japan, Hong Kong or South Korea, with passport holders allowed to visit EU member states for up to 90 days. Tue, 06 Jul 2010 09:50:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-launches-a-new-bus-service-for-tourists/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-launches-a-new-bus-service-for-tourists/ A new tourist bus service has launched in Puli, central Taiwan, to make it easier for independent travellers to tour some of the area’s most impressive visitor attractions. The local government developed the new bus service to cater to Puli’s increasing popularity for sightseeing. Thu, 27 May 2010 17:35:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-plans-37-new-hotel-developments/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-plans-37-new-hotel-developments/ Following a record number of visitors during 2009, the Taiwan Tourism Bureau has approved 37 new hotel investment projects on the island. The building of these new facilities, including large international tourist hotels, business properties and boutique hotels, will increase the number of guestrooms in Taiwan by more than 10,000. Thu, 27 May 2010 14:50:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-the-alternative-stop-over-destination/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-the-alternative-stop-over-destination/ The recent historic launch of the first non-stop China Airlines flights from Taiwan to the United Kingdom allows the island to become a new stopover for UK travellers, with connecting flights to destinations such as Bali and Sydney. Fri, 21 May 2010 09:43:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-opens-first-taiwan-tourist-office/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/china-opens-first-taiwan-tourist-office/ In a landmark development signalling improved relations between the two former rivals, China will today open its first semi-official tourist office in Taiwan. The move is reciprocal, following the opening of a Chinese Cross-Strait Tourism Exchange Association office in Taipei earlier this week. Fri, 07 May 2010 12:59:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-high-speed-rail-refinancing-agreed/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/taiwan-high-speed-rail-refinancing-agreed/ When it opened in May 2007, the Taipei - Kaohsiung route was hailed as ‘the world’s first privately-funded high speed line’, but Taiwan High Speed Rail Corp has been finding times tough. Thu, 13 Aug 2009 11:29:23 +0000