Hotels join climate battle but more clarity on policies needed

As the urgency surrounding climate change mitigation strategies increases and the significance of renewable energy sources grows on a global scale, many Pacific Island countries edge closer to irreparable damage to

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Sevens a golden opportunity for Solomon Islands sport tourism

As the Solomon Islands begins final preparations for its hosting of next month’s 2024 Oceania Rugby Sevens Tournament, Tourism Solomons has described the event as yet another major opportunity for the country to show

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The businesses behind the glossy face of Fiji’s tourism industry

Businesses supporting Fiji’s tourism and hospitality businesses converged in Nadi last month for the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association’s

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Bringing quality playgrounds to Fiji Islands

GoPlay Crew is on a mission to deliver high-quality, safe, and sustainable playgrounds to commercial and recreational spaces across

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“We’re a family that gives back”: How one Fiji business balances profit with purpose

DeckedOut Fiji has emerged as a significant player in the country's tourism sector by providing everything from cocktail ingredients to

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‘US$1 in every $10 globally will be from tourism’ – Gavoka says at HOTEC 2024

Fiji's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation, Honorable Viliame Gavoka told delegates at the recent HOTEC Tradeshow that Fiji could be inching close to one million visitors by year

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China Airlines to resume direct flights between Taipei and Guam

China Airlines, one of Taiwan's largest carriers, will resume its Taipei-Guam service from 27 November to 02 February 2025, with two weekly

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Qantas gets Palau route as Australia strengthens Pacific ties

Qantas will fly passengers from Brisbane to Palau's capital Koror, as part of an Australian government-supported push to boost aviation and

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United Airlines to launch direct flights from Japan to Palau

United Airlines announced plans to introduce a year-round, nonstop service between Tokyo/Narita and Koror, Palau, starting in May

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Tonga keeps whale watching in check amid global concerns

Tonga, a popular destination for whale-swimming, has carefully balanced its tourism appeal with marine conservation

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Northern Marianas seeks to revive tourism amid suspended flights

The CNMI is struggling to revive its main tourism industry to pre-COVID levels three years after the lifting of travel

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Australian IMMI APP launched in Fiji

The Australian Government has launched a mobile app that focuses on streamlining visa application processes for Pacific

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The “Palauan Dream”

Palau’s tourism industry may be slowly recovering, but there are concerns that its young people are not participating in the

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Solomon Airlines celebrates first commercial flights from Honiara to Santo and Auckland to Santo via Port Vila

Solomon Airlines has successfully launched its first commercial flight from Honiara to Santo in Vanuatu on Monday 16 September 2024, marking a significant milestone in expanding its regional connectivity.  The airline

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In French Polynesia, boom in whale-based tourism sparks concern

A giant whale stole the show at the Summer Olympic Games, shooting out of the water as athletes competed in women’s surfing semi-finals on the French Pacific island of Tahiti last month. It is for spectacular

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Opinion: Travel recovery in the Pacific: worrying signs

As the pandemic recedes and gradually fades from people’s memories, travel in the Pacific is rebounding. However, the Pacific’s travel recovery is highly variable. Comparing visitor arrivals in 2023 with those in

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Fiji Airways signs lease agreement for three ATR 72-600s

Nordic Aviation Capital (NAC) has announced the successful execution of a lease agreement for three ATR 72-600 aircraft with Fiji Airways. The aircraft are from NAC’s orderbook with ATR. Fiji Airways, the national

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Mercury spill on Air Niugini aircraft investigated

The PNG Accident Investigation Commission (AIC) is probing a mercury spill from a package aboard an Air Niugini aircraft at the Jackson International Airport in Port Moresby last month. AIC Chief Commissioner Maryanne

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Fiji Airways launches new flights to Dallas

Fiji Airways is spreading its wings to Texas with the launch of flights to Dallas Fort Worth from December 2024. Dallas Fort Worth (also known as DFW) is the headquarters and mega-hub of American Airlines, whose

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Air Niugini’s Boeing 737 resume flights to Melanesian countries

Air Niugini’s Boeing 737 aircraft will resume flights to Port Vila in Vanuatu from 03 August. Air Niugini’s Acting Chief Executive Officer, Gary Seddon said that this would provide an opportunity to reconnect

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Fiji positioned for growth in Asia Pacific real estate market

Fiji is on the brink of significant growth in the Asia Pacific real estate market, according to Nick Thompson, Hotels and Hospitality Director at JLL New Zealand. Speaking at a recent tourism investment conference,

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Luxury tourism operator Vanua Ranch aims for 2026 opening

Vanua Ranch has revealed plans to open Fiji’s first boutique villa resort, blending farm-based experiences with high-end luxury, by 2026. Located in Uciwai, Vanua Ranch will feature 17 exclusive boutique villas

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Air Vanuatu liquidation nears final stages with August deadline

Air Vanuatu (Operations) Limited (Ltd) entered liquidation on 9 May 2024 and Ernst and Young (EY) were appointed as Liquidators. 09 June marked one month since the liquidation, and Tuesday, 9 July, marked two months.

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Guam eyed as Micronesian hub for Nauru Airlines

Guam leaders have begun a dialogue with Nauru Airlines to explore air service expansion and consider a proposal to create a regional hub on island. The meeting between Guam officials and Nauru Airlines executives

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