Promoting Sustainable Tourism
On June 1, 2024, World Bicycle Day rides were held around Taiwan to promote cycling tourism. The Taiwan Cycling Trail–Taiwan Bike Portal provides one-stop access to events, rest stops, nearby attractions, lodging and dining, Taiwan Tourist Shuttle connections, and weather, making ride planning easy. More than 5,028 accommodation providers joined the Bicycle-Friendly Lodging program to strengthen cycling-support services.
From October 25 to November 24, 2024, four Tourism Zone Market Days took place at Huashan 1914 Creative Park. Each week highlighted one regional theme, showcasing the brand strengths and operational achievements of Taiwan's seven regional tourism circles.
The Taiwan Indigenous Tourism Festival was held from November 29 to December 1, 2024, at Huashan 1914 Creative Park. The event highlighted recent progress in indigenous tourism and the distinctive culture of Taiwan's 16 Indigenous peoples.
Advancing Sustainability in the Travel Trade
To align with sustainable tourism trends and deepen understanding of sustainable management strategies and international certification, four training sessions and two site visits were conducted in 2024 for executives and owners. A total of 100 travel agencies and 320 participants took part.
Three travel agencies were assisted in earning the Good Travel Seal (GTS) in 2024. A documentary of the counseling and certification process was produced to support broader promotion and encourage more agencies to join the sustainability effort.
Quality Enhancement Subsidies for Amusement Operators
To steer the amusement park industry toward innovation and sustainability, subsidies in 2024 prioritized "sustainable development," aligning with global net-zero trends and Taiwan's 2050 net-zero pathway. The program subsidized projects such as pursuing sustainability certifications; environmental (E), social (S), and governance (G) initiatives; greenhouse gas inventory reports; solar–wind dual-mode energy-storing LED lighting; conversion of mini-train engines from diesel to electric; energy-monitoring systems (smart meters); and graywater/rainwater recycling systems. In 2024, 17 enterprises applied for ESG-related subsidies. Approved subsidies totaled NT$48.86 million, catalyzing approximately NT$125.95 million in overall investment.
