Understanding the NT$90,000 Fine Incident: Where's the Line Between Bloggers' Enthusiastic Tour Organizing and Tourism Regulations?

This article analyzes the controversial incident where internet influencer blogger Becky was fined NT$90,000 for 'sharing a personal travel activity.' The author points out that public opinion has been misled by headlines suggesting 'simple sharing was fined,' but in fact, Becky's behavior exceeded pure sharing of experiences and involved 'publicly recruiting domestic tourism,' including posting specific itineraries, fees, and transfer information—essentially constituting unauthorized travel agency operations. The author argues the Tourism Bureau was lenient in imposing the minimum fine (NT$90,000-NT$450,000 range) and criticizes how Becky attempted to mislead public opinion by claiming she was just 'sharing with friends,' while using the incident to remind the public to be vigilant about the 'principle of no presumption of wrongdoing' and its potential risks, both in travel safety and legal responsibility.