Tourism Reality Check: A new analysis argues countries that lean heavily on tourism—like Montenegro, Albania, and even “tourism-only” destinations—often don’t get rich from it, warning against treating travel as a guaranteed economic engine. Taichung Culture & Cycling: Taichung’s International Dance Carnival keeps growing from its yosakoi roots, while the city’s “Bicycle Economics” highlights how bike routes and infrastructure are turning cycling into a tourism draw. Pacific Islands Forum Fallout: Taiwan says China sent plain-clothes operatives to spy at the Palau summit and warned against “wolf warrior” diplomacy tied to Taiwan’s participation. Taiwan Travel Safety & Policy: Taiwan’s Mainland Affairs Council says it provided temporary humanitarian help to a Chinese lawyer seeking protection after pressure tied to her work with an underground church. Air Travel & Connectivity: Eastar Jet is expanding China routes, adding Busan links to Xiamen and Hangzhou, while Bali expects more Taiwanese visitors as a Taipei–Bali direct flight route plans to reopen. Tourism Markets: Busan reports a surge in foreign arrivals, with Taiwan and China among the top sources, and more visitors skipping Seoul for regional stays. Travel Deals: Trip.com is running September promotions for flights, hotels, and attractions, including Malaysia Airlines Travel Fair offers.