Tourism Bureau's Travel Subsidy Launches July 20! 'NT$1,000 Red Packet per County/City' – All Taiwan Residents Eligible; Full Guide to Claiming Process

Now is the perfect time to save on summer domestic travel! The New Taipei City Government Tourism Bureau has announced that its new tourism revitalization program, '2026 Up the Mountains, Down to the Sea – E-Stay New Taipei Check-in Quest,' will officially launch on July 20. This campaign breaks from traditional direct subsidy models by adopting an innovative 'digital stamp collection' approach. Residents across Taiwan who visit designated特色 scenic spots in New Taipei City and complete check-in tasks can easily earn a NT$1,000 New Taipei Coin accommodation voucher, with additional chances to win prize giveaways worth up to NT$5 million, allowing everyone to explore New Taipei's mountain and coastal scenery in the most cost-effective way.

How to claim the NT$1,000 domestic travel subsidy? The key is to become an advanced member of the 'My New Taipei City' app.

To successfully obtain the NT$1,000 accommodation discount voucher, the first step is proper preparation. The New Taipei City Tourism Bureau specifically reminds participants that to ensure transaction security and accurate prize claim information, participation in this campaign requires using the 'My New Taipei City' app and logging in with an 'advanced member' account.

Since 'advanced member' status requires manual verification, the typical review period is about 3 to 5 business days. If application volumes are extremely high at the start of the campaign, review times may be further extended. Travelers planning trips are advised to download the app, register, and submit their advanced member application now to avoid missing the first wave of voucher opportunities due to delayed reviews.

Giving away 12,000 NT$1,000 vouchers! First batch of 8,000 slots released on July 20; full check-in challenge process revealed

The campaign has a total budget of NT$12 million, distributing 12,000 vouchers worth NT$1,000 each. The campaign will be rolled out in batches, with 8,000 slots released on July 20. Travelers aiming to claim vouchers should follow these steps:

1. Download and register: Install the 'My New Taipei City' app, activate the e-wallet, and confirm you have upgraded to 'advanced member' status.

2. Challenge designated check-in routes: The official program has planned 14特色 routes covering old streets, tourist factories, and natural hideaways, totaling 70 check-in spots.

3. Complete tasks to receive vouchers: Travelers who physically visit and complete at least one designated check-in route will automatically receive a NT$1,000 accommodation voucher, distributed in order of completion time. Due to limited slots, participants must wait for the next batch if all vouchers are claimed.

4. On-site redemption: After receiving the voucher, travelers can present it when checking in at partner accommodations in New Taipei City to immediately deduct NT$1,000 from their room fee.

Bonus: NT$5 million luxury prize draw! How to qualify for both the accommodation voucher and lottery entry?

In addition to the tangible NT$1,000 accommodation discount, the most exciting aspect of this campaign is the prize draw worth up to NT$5 million. While each member can win only once, completing multiple different travel routes increases winning chances proportionally.

It's important to note that participants who earn a lottery chance must meet one of the following two conditions to officially activate their eligibility:

Use the 'My New Taipei City' app wallet to make an actual payment of NT$100 or more.

Or directly use the NT$1,000 accommodation voucher to stay at a partner accommodation in New Taipei City.

Mr. Tsung-Min Yang, Director of the New Taipei City Tourism Bureau, stated that they hope this fun mechanism combining 'stamp collection challenges' and 'accommodation discounts' will attract more inter-county travelers to stay overnight in New Taipei City, thereby revitalizing surrounding commercial districts and local accommodations, creating a win-win domestic tourism business opportunity.