16 July 2017

MARKET REVIEW: Our Tourism Industry

Tourism remains one of the top significant drivers of our economy. According to the Fiji’s Tourism Industry Report compiled by the Reserve Bank of Fiji, this industry includes activities from various sectors. Such sectors are: transport and storage; wholesale and retail trade; manufacturing; real estate; administration and support and arts, entertainment and recreation activities.
13 July 2017

Paul Gauguin Cruises Launches Nature Program For Kids And Families

During the summer months and holiday season, the Stewards of Nature program will now be offered aboard the m/s Paul Gauguin. The cruise line invites guests to discover and value nature through hands-on, interactive learning for children and teens ages 7-17, as well as family members.
12 July 2017

Tourism And The Sustainable Development Goal 7

As a sector that requires substantial energy input, tourism can accelerate the shift toward renewable energy and increase its share in the global energy mix. Consequently, by promoting sound and long-term investments in sustainable energy sources, tourism can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, mitigate climate change and contribute to innovative and new energy solutions in urban, regional and remote areas. (UNWTO)
12 July 2017

Tourism A “Catalyst” For The Solomon Islands’ Economic Future

Underlining the importance with which his government views the tourism sector as a positive contributor and catalyst for the Solomon Islands economic future, Prime Minister the Hon. Manasseh Damukana Sogavare has officially opened the ‘Invest to Preserve’ forum at the Heritage Park Hotel in Honiara.