Written/Compiled and Reported by Li Xinyi, MOOK Travel Life Network
Following the star-rated hotel certification, the Tourism Bureau of the Ministry of Transportation and Communications has launched the “Hospitality Homestay” program. Last year, it opened registration to all legal homestays nationwide. A total of 711 homestays participated in the basic training course for the Hospitality Homestay program. In the end, 391 applied for the Hospitality Homestay selection process. Each homestay had to undergo strict vetting by local governments, as well as on-site evaluations by a professional inspection panel composed of media professionals, industry experts, and academics. The “Hospitality Homestay Selection Committee,” formed by representatives from industry, government, and academia, then confirmed there were no disputes before deciding whether each application passed or not. The first round of selections was completed by the end of April, with a total of 323 homestays passing.
Taiwan’s homestays each have their own unique style. Those that passed the Hospitality Homestay selection represent a certain standard in both facilities and services. (Photo/Courtesy of Li Xinyi, MOOK Travel Life Network)
The Tourism Bureau stated that all homestays that passed the selection process demonstrate a certain standard in both service quality and facilities. Nearly all homestay owners exhibit warm, friendly, and welcoming hospitality, making guests feel right at home as soon as they arrive. The Hospitality Homestay Taiwan Host certification mark represents the service spirit of Taiwan’s homestays and is valid for three years.
A good accommodation environment can greatly enhance the quality of your trip. (Photo/Courtesy of Li Xinyi, MOOK Travel Life Network)
The homestays that passed this round of the Hospitality selection are all run by hosts who are passionate about Taiwan’s tourism industry. Whether they are veteran homestay owners—such as the Fuyuan Mountain Villa in the deep mountain tribal area of Lala Mountain, the Suyu Lesenlife Homestay run by a former tech industry professional returning to their hometown, the Mingshui Lodge moved from Taipei to Sanxing Township, or the homestay village operated by Penghu tour guides—each offers a different style of management. Some are ideal for family vacations, some exude an exotic charm, and others are perfect for a secluded mountain retreat. The forms of Hospitality Homestays are diverse, and each owner expresses their deep love for the land, along with a warm and friendly service attitude.
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