Out of the Blast Shadows: 30-Second Video Contest to Help Kaohsiung Rise Again

Reported by You T-Ru / Comprehensive Report

After experiencing the gas explosion and heavy rains, Kaohsiung is actively adjusting its course to revive tourism. The Kaohsiung City Government Tourism Bureau announced today (19th) that all tourist attractions were unaffected by the blast. To boost tourism recovery, they have launched the “Just Come and Play in Kaohsiung” creative video contest. From now until Friday, September 12, the public can submit a 30-second to 1-minute video explaining why they want to visit Kaohsiung for a chance to win a free 2-day, 1-night trip to the city.


▲ Love River in Kaohsiung. (Photo / Provided by Kaohsiung City Tourism Bureau)

Xu Chuan-sheng, Director of the Kaohsiung Tourism Bureau, stated that since the gas explosion, false rumors have spread online claiming that Kaohsiung is toxic, deterring many tourists and causing hotel occupancy rates to drop by over 30%. The tourism industry has been significantly impacted. In fact, all major tourist attractions in Kaohsiung were unharmed, and the city remains beautiful. Suspended tourism activities are gradually returning to normal, and everyone is welcome to visit Kaohsiung.

To reignite the vibrancy of Kaohsiung, the Kaohsiung City Government Tourism Bureau has organized the “Just Come and Play in Kaohsiung” creative video contest. Participants are encouraged to passionately showcase their enthusiasm for visiting Kaohsiung or offer words of encouragement to the city in their videos. Fifteen winners will be selected to receive a free 2-day, 1-night trip to Kaohsiung.

Submission Period: Now until 2014/09/12 (Friday) 22:00
Winners Announcement: 2014/09/19 (Friday) 15:00
Explore Kaohsiung: 2014/09/27 (Saturday) – 2014/09/28 (Sunday)

Creative Theme:
Kaohsiung needs your support right now!
Under the theme “Just Come and Play in Kaohsiung,” participants can shoot their videos in any style—whether head-on, sideways, or otherwise—as long as they express their enthusiasm for visiting Kaohsiung, show how irresistible the city is, or share their personal reasons for wanting to go. You can also send words of cheer or encouragement to Kaohsiung. Whether you’re in Kaohsiung, Antarctica, or even Mars, this creative video contest is your stage to speak up.

Free 2-Day, 1-Night Trip to Kaohsiung:
Upload your video to YouTube and register on the event website. Each winner (15 lucky participants plus 5 alternates) will receive two free entries to “Just Come and Play in Kaohsiung.”