China Airlines confirms new flights to Taipei

China Airlines will launch its first non-stop flights to Taiwan from the UK this year.

The carrier's service from Heathrow Airport to Taipei will launch from Terminal 4 on March 28th.

Passengers will be able to choose from three weekly services offering a choice of 30 seats in business class and 246 in economy.

The launch will make it easier for China Airlines' customers to travel to Taipei from Heathrow Airport, with the carrier's previous connection between the two destinations operating via Amsterdam.

Taiwan's tourist board provided details of a number of events that could encourage people to visit the island this year, starting with the Lantern Festival, which will run from February 28th to March 7th as part of China's New Year celebrations.

People planning to visit later in the year will be able to experience the Dragon Boat Festival on June 16th.

Races are held all over Taiwan during the festival, which is one of the destination's most popular annual traditions.

Posted by Paul, 20 January 2010 11:29

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