Axi Transforms into an Anti-Illegal Short-Term Rental Ambassador to Help Travelers Find Safe Accommodations

Tourism Center / Comprehensive Report

In recent years, illegal short-term rental apartments have been heavily promoted online. Many people, tempted by convenience or low prices, have stayed in them, unknowingly putting themselves at risk. These illegal rentals often have complex comings and goings and lack proper management, leading to numerous consumer disputes, scams, and becoming hotbeds for drugs and illicit activities, raising concerns over travel safety and the well-being of building residents. To address this, the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications launched an anti-illegal short-term rental campaign in November, inviting celebrity Axi to serve as the Anti-Illegal Short-Term Rental Ambassador to help combat these illegal practices.

The “Fight Illegal, Oppose Unlicensed Rentals” online campaign runs from now until December 10. Members of the public who fill out a questionnaire in the campaign’s dedicated area can enter a lucky draw to win prizes such as double occupancy stay vouchers worth NT$10,000 from The Loyal Hotel Group and Hualien Ideal Land Resort, as well as limited-edition water guns autographed by Anti-Illegal Short-Term Rental Ambassador Axi, symbolizing the “sniping” of illegal rentals. For more information on the campaign, visit theTaiwan Accommodation Network.

The Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications pointed out that the Taiwan Accommodation Network is the most comprehensive official portal for searching legal hotels and homestays in Taiwan. The public can check online first to confirm whether their accommodation is legal, adding an extra layer of safety and peace of mind to their travels. For high-quality accommodations in Taiwan, special “Star-Rated Hotels” and “Hospitality Homestays” brand sections have also been established, redefining the positioning and value of Taiwan’s accommodation services, and providing both domestic and international travelers with the best lodging options. (Photo provided by the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications)