Grand Opening of Kaohsiung Pavilion at 2023 ITF Taipei International Travel Fair: Kaohsiung Bear Leads 'CHILL Explore Kaohsiung' with Gifts for Every NT$200 Purchase
The "2023 ITF Taipei International Travel Fair" took place at the Nangang Exhibition Center from the 3rd to the 6th of this month. The Kaohsiung City Government's Tourism Bureau collaborated with local tourism businesses and unique culinary merchants to create the "CHILL Explore Kaohsiung" theme pavilion, showcasing distinctive tourism products from Kaohsiung. Upon entering the Kaohsiung Pavilion, visitors were greeted by a giant Kaohsiung Bear welcome sign. The venue featured various interactive installations and stage activities.
Director Kao Min-Lin of the Tourism Bureau personally attended the event to actively promote Kaohsiung's tourism resources, unique attractions, and exciting activities. She warmly invited people from the northern regions to "CHILL Explore Kaohsiung." Visitors were encouraged to experience listening to the ocean, camping outdoors, enjoying winter nourishment in Kaohsiung, tasting various hot pot delicacies, exploring Hakka culture and rural charm in the Donggang Daciou area, and relaxing in the hot springs of Liugui while basking in the warm winter sun. Kaohsiung has a lot to offer for a delightful winter experience.
The Tourism Bureau mentioned that the Kaohsiung Pavilion has organized multiple stage promotion activities and special price items during the exhibition to share with friends from the northern regions. Among them is a promotion where spending over NT$200 grants participants a scratch-and-win lottery ticket with guaranteed prizes, offering chances to win luxurious dining vouchers, exquisite luggage, and other grand prizes. Additionally, iconic attractions such as the Asia New Bay Area, hot air balloons, and indigenous tourism in East Kaohsiung have been creatively designed into beautiful photo spots and fun photo booth machines. This allows visitors to transform into social media influencers, immersing themselves in the charm of Kaohsiung.
The "CHILL Explore Kaohsiung" theme pavilion collaborates with various high-quality vendors, bringing many special-priced items and fun activities to share with the audience. For instance, the globally popular "i-Ride Flying Theater" series offers a 35% discount on a single ticket, priced at a discounted rate of NT$312, with a buy-five-get-one-free offer at the venue. Visitors who purchase any set ticket of the "Kaohsiung MRT" on-site are eligible to participate in a support-raising lucky draw once. There are also special offers on various souvenirs from vendors like "Vigor Kobo," "Zhibin DouBan Sauce," "Yuhe Niu Tourism Factory," "Honest Home," "Red Quinoa House," and more. Additionally, the Kaohsiung Pavilion has planned exciting activities such as "Kaohsiung Fantastic (Electric Baton Game)," "DIY Handmade Hot Air Balloon Night Light," "Fantastic One Yuan Bidding," and "Let's Play Kahoot!," where participants can win exquisite small gifts. Northern residents are welcome to join in the fun with their families.
The Tourism Bureau further indicates that Kaohsiung enjoys pleasant temperatures and weather during the winter season, making it an ideal destination for tourists seeking enjoyment and relaxation. The bureau has meticulously planned numerous exciting activities to welcome visitors from both home and abroad. One of these is the "Coastline Tide Travel," which guides participants to explore hidden coastal attractions in Kaohsiung while savoring local seafood snacks. The "2023 WILD WILD Living" urban camping event is set to be lively, attracting outdoor enthusiasts to the city. Winter is also the peak season for hot spring bathing, and the bureau recommends visiting renowned hot springs such as Baolai and Bulao, both listed among Taiwan's top ten hot springs. Visitors can enjoy the reputed "beauty baths" with carbonic acid hydrogen carbonate springs to refresh and indulge in East Kaohsiung's culinary delights, scenic spots, and indigenous tourism, creating an excellent journey of body and mind relaxation. Everyone from across Taiwan is invited to "CHILL Explore Kaohsiung," reveling in the good weather and exploring the charm of Greater Kaohsiung. For more travel information, please visit the official website of "Kaohsiung Tourism," and stay tuned to their Facebook and IG for the latest updates!
