Our Guiding Vision Is For
A Vibrant And Responsible Tourism Sector Empowering A Resilient Pacific Region Of Peace, Harmony, Security, Social Inclusion, And Prosperity.
SPTO’s Distinct Regional Role
Established in 1983 as a stand-alone and sector specific CROP agency representing and recognising the specialised needs and voice of the Pacific tourism industry.
The only Council of Regional Organisations of the Pacific (CROP) agency mandated to market and develop Tourism in the Pacific.
More than half of its government members are Small Island States and Territories whom view Tourism as a primary pathway for economic resilience, diversification, and recovery.
SPTO provides and encourages inclusive economic participation, particularly for women, youth, and small island communities.
SPTO is one of only two CROP agencies that recognizes the importance of private sector representation and full membership at both Board and Ministerial governance levels, reflecting the nature of the tourism industry being private sector driven.
SPTO is one of few Pacific agencies that has successful public and private sector membership and partnership.
SPTO’s membership reflects that tourism has no boundaries and allows everyone that has vested interest in promoting and developing tourism in the Pacific.
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Our Initiatives in the Pacific
SPTO works on game-changing projects and initiatives throughout the Pacific Islands to empower the destinations and promote their tourism industries.








