Iọkwe from the Research & Statistics Team! For this month’s update, we are happy to share with you the following activities and event that we have had going on for August: 1. Regional Tourism Resource Center (RTRC) Upgrade Progress SPTO’s Regional Tourism Resource Center is the Pacific’s regional hub for tourism information. As a response ... read more
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The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), Pacific Community (SPC) and United Nations Educational Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) have partnered to support tourism recovery through an innovative tourism diversification strategy. Under the Pacific Eco Tourism Recovery Initiative, assessments on the potential for the establishment of geoparks on existing ecotourism sites in Fiji, Tuvalu, Samoa and Vanuatu ... read more
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AS part of preparations for re-opening Fiji, Tourism Fiji has launched a new initiative to encourage all Fijians to be ready for travel to resume when restrictions are lifted. It’s a simple message but an important one – “It’s our best shot at travel: get vaccinated and get ready.” The message will be shared across ... read more
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A virtual training programme, made possible through a partnership between the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) and Pacific Islands Forum Secretariat (PIFS), concluded today with the presentation of certificates to 58 participants. As the second component of a Small Island States and Territories (SIS) capacity building project, the programme delivered virtual training on Service Excellence (5th ... read more
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The Taveuni Tourism Association (TTA) has expanded the TTA Board to include a key role of Cultural Advisor. This new role will be crucial to many projects and will take the lead in many activities that require local understanding and considerate liaison. We are delighted to announce that Kauata Siqila (Kay) has now joined the ... read more
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