Taiwanese Tourists Visiting Korea Grew 38% in Q1, Expected to Reach 2.32 Million Annually
In the first quarter of this year, Taiwanese visitors to South Korea increased by 38% compared to the same period last year, reaching approximately 540,000 people. The Korea Tourism Organization expects the annual total to hit a record high of 2.32 million visitors, with promotional events planned to attract more travelers.
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(Central News Agency Reporter Yu Xiao-han, Taipei, 10th) The Korea Tourism Organization announced that in the first quarter of this year, approximately 540,000 Taiwanese tourists visited South Korea, a 38% increase compared to the same period last year. The total number of visitors for the entire year is expected to reach 2.32 million, setting a new historical record.
According to statistics from the Ministry of Transportation and Communications Tourism Administration, from January to March this year, the number of outbound Taiwanese travelers was 5,365,205, a 19.4% increase from the same period last year. The most popular destination remained Japan, followed by China, with South Korea ranking third.
The Korea Tourism Organization recently issued a press release stating that in the first quarter of this year, approximately 4.76 million foreign tourists visited South Korea, an increase of 23% from the same period last year. Among them, Taiwanese tourists, who rank third globally in the inbound market, numbered approximately 540,000, a significant increase of 38% compared to the same period last year.
The Korea Tourism Organization stated that the target of 2.32 million Taiwanese visitors to South Korea is expected to be achieved this year, setting a new historical high. To attract Taiwanese travelers, the "Korea Culture & Tourism Exhibition" will be held from May 15th to 17th.
The Korea Tourism Organization also announced that the event will feature Minhyuk, a member of the Korean boy group MONSTA X, who will share his private Korean attractions and authentic delicacies in Taiwan. Chef Jung Ho-young, who participated in shows like "Black and White Chef 2" and "Please Take Care of My Refrigerator," will perform live cooking. Cheerleader Nam Min-jung will present energetic dance performances and share hidden attractions in central Korea. (Edited by: Guan Zhong-wei) 1150510
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According to statistics from the Ministry of Transportation and Communications Tourism Administration, from January to March this year, the number of outbound Taiwanese travelers was 5,365,205, a 19.4% increase from the same period last year. The most popular destination remained Japan, followed by China, with South Korea ranking third.
The Korea Tourism Organization recently issued a press release stating that in the first quarter of this year, approximately 4.76 million foreign tourists visited South Korea, an increase of 23% from the same period last year. Among them, Taiwanese tourists, who rank third globally in the inbound market, numbered approximately 540,000, a significant increase of 38% compared to the same period last year.
The Korea Tourism Organization stated that the target of 2.32 million Taiwanese visitors to South Korea is expected to be achieved this year, setting a new historical high. To attract Taiwanese travelers, the "Korea Culture & Tourism Exhibition" will be held from May 15th to 17th.
The Korea Tourism Organization also announced that the event will feature Minhyuk, a member of the Korean boy group MONSTA X, who will share his private Korean attractions and authentic delicacies in Taiwan. Chef Jung Ho-young, who participated in shows like "Black and White Chef 2" and "Please Take Care of My Refrigerator," will perform live cooking. Cheerleader Nam Min-jung will present energetic dance performances and share hidden attractions in central Korea. (Edited by: Guan Zhong-wei) 1150510
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