The “Come to Taiwan” website goes live, offering the most comprehensive service platform for mainland tourists visiting Taiwan

▲ The “Come to Taiwan” website officially launched on March 11, emphasizing the promotion of tourism from a local Taiwanese perspective. (Photo / Courtesy of the Come to Taiwan website)

Reported and photographed by Chen Ruizhong / Taipei

Developed by NetKing Technology under Eastern Media International“Come to Taiwan”website officially went live on the 11th. The site aims to build an information exchange and community platform for travelers to Taiwan. You Shiyi, CEO of NetKing Technology, said that the “Come to Taiwan” website hopes to showcase the beauty of Taiwan to more mainland visitors from a Taiwanese perspective. Through the website platform and mobile app, it combines elements including destinations, travel blogs, Q&A, travel guides, and a community activity center to meet travelers’ various needs before, during, and after their journeys. The online Q&A and interactive discussion model is also a rare feature in the industry.

Since the opening of free independent travel for mainland residents, rapid growth in independent travel has been driven by favorable policies and changing travel trends. In 2013, the number of independent travelers increased by 174% compared to 190,000 in 2012, reaching 522,000 — making it an emerging form of tourism.

▲ The launch press conference of the “Come to Taiwan” website attracted the support of multiple travel experts.

The “Come to Taiwan” website also emphasizes its hope to have professionals from various fields of travel join in, using their rich experience to help more mainlanders get to know Taiwan.

Food blogger““Meat Lu” stated that he hopes the website will help more people discover the beautiful scenery of Liyu Mountain in Hualien.; Travel photographerHsu Chieh suggested on the “Come to Taiwan” website that taking a train around Taiwan allows for a deeper exploration of the island.. Professional taxi guide Zhang Wenzheng and wedding service consultant Yi Weiling have also shared their travel experiences and expertise through the site.

You Shiyi, CEO of NetKing Technology, also expressed that in addition to hoping for more travel experts to join, his own love for the cultural and creative industry means he will especiallypromote Taiwan’s arts and cultural events and information.He will also strongly recommend that mainland travelers visit theWitch Houseto see where artists like Chang Hui-mei and Sodagreen got their start.