Taiwan strengthens ties with PH travelers at PTAA Travel Tour Expo

TAIWAN TRAVEL DEALS Taiwan Economic and Cultural Office and travel and tourism officials at the 32nd Philippine Travel Agencies Association Travel and Tour Expo at the Taft Ballroom of Conrad Manila in Pasay City on Feb. 10, 2025. PTAA PHOTO

The first was the Taiwan Pavilion at SMX Convention Center, Clark held on Feb. 7 to 9, 2025, where the booth's stunning design, featuring photo walls, cultural performances and interactive activities earned the Most Decorated Booth award and praise from Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA) president Evangeline Tankiang-Manotok.

The second was the 32nd PTAA Travel and Tour Expo 2025 held at the Taft Ballroom of Conrad Manila in Pasay City on Feb. 10, 2025.

Taiwan Tourism Workshop 2025 followed soon after on Feb. 10 and 11, 2025, bringing together travel industry professionals, airlines and media representatives.

Held at the Conrad Manila, the workshop showcased Taiwan's top destinations, tourism statistics, and growing efforts to make the country more accessible to Filipino travelers.

Key representatives from Taiwan Trade Center, Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel, China Airlines, EVA Air, Starlux Airlines, Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific Air and AirAsia, among others, fostered discussions on strengthening travel partnerships.

The workshop aimed to encourage more Filipinos to explore Taiwan's unique blend of tradition and modernity.

Taiwan Tourism Information Center in Manila director Cindy Chen welcomed guests and attendees, highlighting Taiwan's evolving tourism efforts.

Wallace Minn-Gan Chow, representative of the Taiwan Economic and Cultural Office followed, emphasizing Taiwan's strong ties with the Philippines.

With visa-free entry and exclusive travel deals, Taiwan has become more accessible than ever for Filipinos.