FIJI is set to host the Pacific’s biggest tourism business week in 2027 and generate new partnerships, attract international buyers, and strengthen the Pacific’s visitor economy.
The South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE) will take place at the Crowne Plaza Fiji Nadi Bay Resort & Spa on May 5-6, followed by the Fiji Tourism Exchange (FTE) on May 7-8.
Together, the events are expected to bring international buyers, tourism operators, government officials and industry leaders to Fiji.
The announcement follows consultations between the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) and Tourism Fiji following Fiji’s securing the right to host SPTE 2027.
Holding SPTE and FTE in the same week will allow international buyers to engage with Fiji and the wider Pacific in a single visit. Organisers say the format will reduce travel costs, improve efficiency, and create more business opportunities across the region.
SPTO Chief Executive Officer Christopher Cocker said Fiji had consistently demonstrated its ability to host regional events that deliver meaningful outcomes for the tourism industry.
“SPTE is one of the Pacific’s most important tourism platforms, and Fiji has consistently demonstrated its capability to host high-quality regional events that deliver real value to the tourism industry,” Cocker said.
Tourism Fiji Chief Executive Officer Dr Paresh Pant said the combined events would reinforce Fiji’s role as the Pacific’s tourism and aviation hub while providing a stronger platform to promote the region as a whole.
“Bringing these events together creates greater value for international buyers and industry partners, while showcasing not only Fiji but the diversity of experiences across our Pacific neighbours. As a region, we are stronger when we work together,” Pant said.
Beyond showcasing destinations, the week is expected to strengthen regional partnerships, expand market access and support sustainable tourism growth.
For Pacific destinations, it offers an opportunity to market the region collectively while building new business relationships in an increasingly competitive global tourism market.
