155 participants join package tour to Taiwan

THE Taipei Economic and Cul - pines once again partnered with in organizing the “Special Time to Visit Taiwan” promotional package tour for the second straight year. This is one of their two-way tourism between Taiwan and the Philippines.

decided to continue this campaign to allow Filipinos to truly package tour has experienced a significant increase as there are155 participants as compared program was supported by many -

The package tour which occurred on September 21 to 24 includes the attendance to the - mous and historical attractions.

The itinerary presented a com - ism landmarks and contem enjoyable trip for all ages. The group explored the outskirts in the North- East area of Taiwan of the National Center for Traditional Arts get an in- depth and unique local culture.

The participants also got the chance to experience some fruit picking at a leisure farm, cooking scallion pancakes, and participating in the lantern release at Shilen. Aside from the National Palace Museum. The package tour also included round- trip tickets from EVA Air, hotel accommodations, inland transportation and daily meals.

President Tsai Ing- Wen has launched the “New Southbound Policy” which aims to strengthen the partnerships and cooperation of Taiwan with its neighboring proximity and many commonalities with Taiwan, is one of the most prioritized countries in pursuing these cross-cultural exchanges.

to the Philippines, foresees the - portunity for Filipinos to gain a better understanding of Taiwan, and on the other hand allow Fili the Taiwanese nationals.

To emphasize the growing relationship of Taiwan and the - Taiwan only for tourism purposes as compared to last year. From Taiwan, posting a 74.37 percent increase as compared to last

- lights the efforts of both countries in facilitating two- way tourism and people to people interactions. Taiwan has not only increased direct flights to the country but has also relaxed the

Taiwan has become more while more Taiwanese nation - pines each year. This highlights a promising future in terms of the way for greater bilateral progress in the years to come.