AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoTHSR Travel Tip: A new report highlights how tourists can buy spontaneous, non-reserved Taiwan High Speed Rail tickets using the THSR app plus Bluetooth near the gate, then board fast with a QR code—no seat reservation needed. Sports Tourism: Penghu’s inaugural Penghu Oceanman kicked off with 1,100+ swimmers in Penghu Bay, including a 10km race and a 2km sprint, drawing athletes from 23 countries and positioning the county as a sports-centered travel stop. Airline Fees Watch: China Airlines says it will raise its booking fee again in July (from US$28 to US$30) and also increase flight certificate application fees—another reminder to budget for add-ons when planning trips. Cross-Strait Maritime Tension: Taiwan’s Coast Guard strongly condemned Chinese vessels entering restricted waters near Itu Aba Island, the first such incident recorded there, after sharp maneuvers allegedly endangered Taiwanese personnel. Tech & Security at Sea: A San Diego startup is using autonomous skiffs to track “ghost fleets” and support surveillance missions around Taiwan, underscoring how maritime tech is shaping regional travel and security planning.
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