Taiwan Tourism Workshop: Unlocking New Opportunities in Manila

 

Get ready to explore the vibrant world of Taiwan tourism! The highly anticipated Taiwan Tourism Workshop is set to take place on February 10th, 2025, at the Taft Ballroom of Conrad Manila. This event promises to be a dynamic platform for travel professionals, tourism enthusiasts, and industry stakeholders to connect, learn, and discover new opportunities in the exciting Taiwanese market.

 

The workshop will offer a comprehensive program designed to foster collaboration and ignite new partnerships between Taiwan and the Philippines. Here's a glimpse of what attendees can expect:

 

A Vibrant Travel Mart:  The morning will kick off with a lively Travel Mart, where travel agents, tour operators, and tourism professionals can connect with leading Taiwanese tourism providers. This interactive session will facilitate valuable networking, explore potential collaborations, and uncover exciting new opportunities.

 

Insights into Taiwan Tourism:  A compelling presentation by Kingspread CO., LTD. will shed light on the "Taiwan Tourism Partnership and Boost Project," highlighting key initiatives and opportunities for joint ventures and growth in the tourism sector. This insightful session will provide valuable insights into the dynamic Taiwanese tourism landscape.

 

Discovering Taiwan's Treasures:  Leading Taiwanese tourism providers, including Taiwan Trade Center, Kaohsiung Marriott Hotel, Kaohsiung Ahotel, Leofoo Village Theme Park & Leofoo Resort, City Suites, China Airlines, EVA Air, and STARLUX Airlines, will present their unique products and services. This session will showcase the diverse offerings of Taiwan, from captivating attractions to seamless travel experiences.

 

Cultural Delights and Networking:  The afternoon will commence with a captivating opening show, "Dancing Piepiya of Forest," followed by welcoming remarks from key industry leaders, including Ms. Cindy Chen, Director of Taiwan Tourism Information Center in Manila, Mr. Wallace Minn-Gan Chow, Representative of the Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in the Philippines, and Ms. Evangeline Tankiang-Manotok CPA, MPA, President of Philippine Travel Agencies Association (PTAA).  This will be followed by a toast and group photo, setting the stage for further networking and discussions.

 

Interactive Sessions and Lucky Draws:  The workshop will also feature a dedicated Q&A session with Taiwanese tourism experts, a captivating dance performance, and a lucky draw with exciting prizes.

 

Mark your calendars for this exciting event and join us in unlocking new opportunities in Taiwan tourism.

Taiwan Captures Hearts at PTAA Travel and Tour Expo 2025

 The Philippines’ premier travel event, the PTAA Travel and Tour Expo 2025, is in full swing at the SMX Convention Center Manila, and Taiwan is making a strong presence felt.

 

The Taiwan Pavilion is buzzing with excitement, offering attendees a chance to:

 

- Discover Taiwan’s diverse attractions: From bustling cities to serene mountains, explore the beauty and cultural richness of this island nation.

 

- Score exclusive travel deals:  Find incredible offers on flights, accommodations, and tours for your next Taiwan adventure.

 

- Experience Taiwanese culture firsthand:  Immerse yourself in traditional performances, taste delicious Taiwanese cuisine, and learn about the island’s unique heritage.

 

"This is a fantastic opportunity to showcase Taiwan’s incredible offerings to Filipino travelers and inspire them to plan their next unforgettable journey.”

 

Don’t miss the chance to experience the magic of Taiwan at the PTAA Travel and Tour Expo 2025!

Teachers Always Matter: REX and PEAC Reaffirm Commitment to the Teaching Profession, Launch Year 4 of Edukampyon Iskolar Para Sa Kinabukasan

 The education sector needs the best and brightest to lead the way. With this vision, Rex Education and the Private Education Assistance Committee (PEAC) united in 2020 to launch the PEAC–REX Edukampyon Iskolar Para Sa Kinabukasan, a scholarship program dedicated to championing and advancing teacher education by inspiring top learners to pursue the teaching profession.

Four years later, the mission remains steadfast: to cultivate the country's brightest minds into champions of education—integral members of the Edukampyon community. Teachers, being closest to learners, are the ultimate Edukampyons, wielding the power to significantly impact Filipino learners and guiding them toward creating a better future for themselves, society, and nation.

On Teachers’ Day, October 5, Rex Education and PEAC reaffirmed this commitment with the formal launch of Year 4 of the PEAC–REX Edukampyon Iskolar Para Sa Kinabukasan, in a virtual event titled “A Commitment for the Future of the Teaching Profession: PEAC–REX Edukampyon Iskolar Para Sa Kinabukasan Year 4 Launch.”

“I am deeply grateful and excited to be celebrating yet another meaningful milestone with all of you. Parang ang bilis ng panahon. I can hardly believe we are already launching the fourth year of our PEAC–REX Edukampyon Iskolar Para Sa Kinabukasan Program,” said Don Timothy Buhain, Chief Executive Officer of RexEducation and Co-Chair of the scholarship program, during his keynote.

In his speech, Buhain highlighted the pressing need for meaningful change in the quality of education in the country, especially in light of the recent Programme for International Student Assessment (PISA) 2022 rankings, where Filipino learners ranked 77th out of 81 countries. This alarming statistic underscores the need for education stakeholders—parents, school administrators, teachers, academic publishers, government, the whole nation—to intensify their initiatives, deepen their actions, and unite in uplifting education in the country.

According to Buhain, this enhancement in education quality hinges on improving teacher quality, which is a primary goal of this scholarship program. “Looking back, this all began with a shared recognition of a vital need. We knew that if we truly wanted to see meaningful change in the quality of education, particularly in teacher quality, we had to act swiftly,” Buhain stated. “In PEAC, we found a partner whose aspirations for learners and educators aligndeeply with ours. I truly believe we could not have asked for a more fitting collaborator and partner in this endeavor.”

This initiative will soon celebrate its first graduating class—14 of the country’s top scholars—who are set to enter the teaching profession next year as the pioneer batch of the PEAC–REX Edukampyon Iskolar Para Sa Kinabukasan program. For Year 4, PEAC and Rex Education are proud to welcome 25 scholars—the most in the program’s still short but fruitful history—in this continuing investment and commitment tothe teaching profession.

“Through this program, we aim to advance teacher quality by recruiting the best and brightest first-year students who want to pursue the teaching profession—especially in math and science—and grant them scholarships. This is our investment in the future of the profession. What an incredible journey it has been so far. We faced challenges, celebrated triumphs, and shared so many heartfelt moments along the way. Look how far we’ve come,” Buhain remarked.

Indeed, the PEAC–REX Edukampyon Iskolar Para Sa Kinabukasan program has come a long way and made remarkable strides in just four short years It only continues to grow stronger and has so much more to give, be hopeful for, and accomplish in years to come.