The results of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications’ Tourism Bureau “Taiwan’s Top 10 Happiness & Fun Travel Itineraries” selection have been announced!

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The Ministry of Transportation and Communications’ Tourism Bureau, aiming to promote low-carbon tourism and enhance a friendly travel environment, joined forces with all 22 counties and cities in Taiwan to launch the “Taiwan’s Top 10 Happiness & Fun Travel Itineraries” selection activity. This program leverages diverse low-carbon transport options to link up mouthwatering, unique, joyful, and entertaining scenic spots and local foods — such as island-wide bus travel, ferry rides in Kaohsiung, electric vehicle trips in Penghu, bicycle journeys in Hualien, and hot air balloon adventures in Taitung. Througha professional judging panel including renowned travel writer Liu Kexiang, food critic Hu Tianlan, and long-time Japan-based author Aoki Yuka, after a three-month field inspection and scoring process (80%), combined with online voting that attracted over six million participants during May and June (20%),the event selected 10 “1-day and 2-day itineraries across Taiwan” that offer happiness and fun.Additionally, outstanding itineraries were recognized with four special jury awards based on evaluation criteria: the Marketing Excellence Award, Local Creativity Award, Friendly Service Award, and Diverse Transport Award.

▲ The “Taiwan’s Top 10 Happiness & Fun Travel Itineraries” selection activity connects delicious, unique, joyful, and fun attractions and foods across Taiwan through a variety of low-carbon transportation modes, selecting exceptional itineraries that allow diverse emotions to be savored and expressed throughout the journey. (Photo / Courtesy of the event’s official website)

Deputy Minister of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications Chen Chun-jing stated: “The design of these itineraries is intended to start from the traveler’s perspective, assisting county and city governments in using popular local attractions as hubs. By integrating diverse transportation methods with friendly tourism services, these itineraries connect a rich array of travel elements such as food, lodging, sightseeing, and shopping along the way. The goal is to produce representative and well-developed distinctive travel routes across Taiwan, offering a new low-carbon and relaxing alternative to self-drive travel. During waiting and transfer times, travelers can also gather friends to safely enjoy the local culture together.”

Director of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications’ Tourism Bureau Xie Weijun noted:“Through these 10 Happiness & Fun Travel Itineraries, we aim to promote the use of public transportation and encourage relaxed travel.”“At the same time, this stimulates consumption and brings the best tourism and economic benefits to all 22 counties and cities.”“It also provides domestic and international tourists visiting Taiwan with an additional option — to experience the beauty of Taiwan at a different pace.””

▲ As the itineraries unfold, you’ll discover that people are the most beautiful scenery in Taiwan, and transportation serves as the bridge connecting the two ends of happiness. Many interesting encounters happen along the way.(Photo / Courtesy of the event’s official website)

The selection of Happiness & Fun Travel Itineraries is just the beginning. After the selection, each county and city will continue to refine and enrich their itineraries. Let’s all hop on the train of “Taiwan’s Top 10 Happiness & Fun Travel Itineraries,” explore freely, enjoy happy days, and welcome everyone to stay tuned to the heartwarming and joyful Taiwan travel itineraries!

For more details on the related itineraries, please visitthe “Taiwan’s Top 10 Happiness & Fun Travel Itineraries” official website: http://taiwantour102.com
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