Hey travel fam! 🎒 During the October break, Taiwan residents have been packing their suitcases and heading straight to the Chinese mainland – even with the ban on group tours still in place by Taiwan authorities.
Back-to-back short holidays meant many extended their trips. At Taoyuan International Airport, check-in queues were on 🔥, with an estimated 1.51 million travellers between October 3 and 11.
From diving into Beijing’s rich museum scene to soaking up the surreal landscapes of Zhangjiajie, Taiwan visitors are all about diverse adventures. Don’t forget the mouth-watering street eats in Chengdu’s night markets and that Insta-worthy skyline in Shenzhen! 📸✨
At Taoyuan Airport, Hsu and her two friends are gearing up for a five-day adventure through Shanghai, Suzhou and Hangzhou — after exploring Xiamen and Fuzhou last year. She's impressed: 'With WeChat and Alipay, a few taps and you’re set. Super convenient!'
The Chinese mainland has rolled out red carpets: Taiwan residents with mainland travel permits skip extra endorsements, and local phone numbers plus bank cards link instantly to Alipay and WeChat Pay. 💳📱
What’s next? Travel experts say beyond coastal hotspots, Taiwan visitors are venturing deeper inland for authentic, off-the-beaten-track experiences. Are you ready to follow their lead? ⛰️🌏
Whether you’re chasing culture, food, or tech-savvy travel hacks, this holiday season is all about the Chinese mainland. Pack your bags and get that passport ready! 😎✈️
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
