Pacific Tourism Organisation Press Releases

• Published on December 12, 2023 - 00:03 GMT

  

  Pacific Tourism Organisation team up with National Tourism Organisations to explore Japanese Geoparks and Heritage Sites

  From October 22nd to November 1st, the Pacific Tourism Organisations (SPTO) Division of Sustainable Tourism embarked on a study tour of Japan’s Geoparks.   Joined by representatives from the National Tourism Organisations of Fiji, Samoa, Tuvalu and Vanuatu …

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• Published on December 11, 2023 - 06:51 GMT

  

  Update from Division – November 2023

  ‘Ia ora na from the SPTO Division of Sustainable Tourism! November has been an eventful month for the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), and we’re thrilled to share the highlights with our valued community. We are pleased to share that the SPTO has been …

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• Published on December 11, 2023 - 06:50 GMT

  

  Fourteen Tourism Committees Achieve Accreditation, Paving the Way for Sustainable Tourism in The Islands of Tahiti

  Fourteen vibrant Tourism Committees have just earned their accreditation, marking a crucial stride in sustainable tourism development across The Islands of Tahiti. As part of implementing the sustainable tourism strategy, Fāriira’a Manihini 2027 (FM27), …

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• Published on December 11, 2023 - 06:50 GMT

  

  Advancing LGBTQIA+ Rights in the Pacific: Pioneering Gathering at Punaauia Sets Sectoral Strategy

  Human rights defenders, academics, thought leaders, and scholars passionate about advancing LGBTQIA+ rights convened at Punaauia, Outumaoro, hosted by the University of French Polynesia. The gathering aimed to foster discussion and adopt a sectoral …

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• Published on December 11, 2023 - 06:50 GMT

  

  The Islands of Tahiti: Pioneering Marine Conservation for a Sustainable Future

  In 2002, The Islands of Tahiti became home to the world’s largest marine sanctuary, Rahui Nui, covering an expansive 5 million km2. This remarkable journey towards conservation began in 1996 with the adoption of a sustainable fishing policy. Today, Rahui …

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• Published on December 11, 2023 - 06:50 GMT

  

  In-depth Study Seeks Insights: French Polynesians Invited to Share Perspectives on Tourism

  The Ministry of Tourism, in collaboration with Tahiti Tourisme and the Tourism Department, is joining forces with the Center for the Study of Tourism in Oceania-Pacific (CETOP) to conduct a comprehensive study. This study, an integral part of the nation’s …

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• Published on December 7, 2023 - 23:50 GMT

  

  Aircalin Launches New Route: Bridging New Caledonia, Fiji, and French Polynesia

  Aircalin, the international airline of New Caledonia, is extending its reach in the Pacific region. Beginning Wednesday, 6 December, Aircalin is introducing a second weekly flight connecting New Caledonia and French Polynesia, with a stopover at Nadi …

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• Published on December 5, 2023 - 02:49 GMT

  

  Turning Trash into Treasure: Diverse Groups Participate in Innovative Plastic Repurposing Training in Tonga 

  In a recent initiative spearheaded by the Pacific Tourism Organisation(SPTO) through its Pacific Tourism Waste Action Initiatives (PTWAI), thirty-six participants from various community organisations, including Lavame’a T’a’e’iloa for Disable People …

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• Published on December 5, 2023 - 02:07 GMT

  

  The Pacific Tourism Organisation Appoints Ms Lavenia Fine Naivalurua as Executive and Special Projects Manager

  The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) is pleased to announce the appointment of Ms Lavenia Fine Naivalurua as its new Executive and Special Projects Manager. Fine, as she is commonly known amongst her peers, has a wealth of experience working with the …

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• Published on December 5, 2023 - 02:07 GMT

  

  Charting a New Course: SPTO Appoints New Manager Marketing, Kiniviliame Raicebe

  The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) is delighted to announce the appointment of Kiniviliame Raicebe as the new Marketing Manager. Kiniviliame, formerly the Regional Manager at Vodafone Papua New Guinea (VFPNG), brings an impressive 13 years of …

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• Published on December 1, 2023 - 06:06 GMT

  

  Radisson Blu Resort Fiji Awarded “Top Traveler Experience 2023 Denarau Island”

  Radisson Blu Resort Fiji, Denarau Island, proudly announces that it has been named the winner of the prestigious Top Traveler Experience Award 2023 in the 5-star studded resort destination of Denarau Island by Expedia, one of the world’s leading online …

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• Published on November 30, 2023 - 03:02 GMT

  

  Pacific Tourism Organisation Clinches Top Honour at Commonwealth Innovation Awards 2023 for Pioneering Pacific Sustainable Tourism ...

  The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) is delighted to announce its prestigious win in the “Promote PARTNERSHIPS for development in the Commonwealth” category at the Commonwealth Secretary-General’s Innovation for Sustainable Development Awards 2023, held …

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• Published on November 24, 2023 - 07:29 GMT

  

  Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) Recognized as a Finalist in the Commonwealth Secretary-General’s Innovation Awards 2023

  The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) has been selected as a finalist in the “Promote PARTNERSHIPS for development in the Commonwealth” category of the Commonwealth Secretary-General’s Innovation for Sustainable Development Awards 2023. The SPTO’s …

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• Published on November 22, 2023 - 08:17 GMT

  

  Pacific Tourism Organisation participates at ADB Workshop on Regional Cooperation to Promote Sustainable Tourism

  The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) recently participated in the Asian Development Bank’s (ADB) workshop on “Regional Cooperation and Integration to Promote Sustainability and Digital Transformation of Tourism.” This gathering brought together …

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• Published on November 17, 2023 - 04:44 GMT

  

  SPREP and SPTO Unite for Sustainable Pacific Tourism

  11 November 2023, Rarotonga, Cook Islands – The pursuit of sustainable tourism development in the Pacific region, where people and the environment take center stage, has received a tremendous boost with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding between …

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• Published on November 17, 2023 - 04:44 GMT

  

  Pacific Tourism Organisations Empowers Participants from 15 Countries in Grant-Writing Workshop

  Over 100 participants from 15 Pacific countries recently completed the Pacific Tourism Organisations’ (SPTO) two-part virtual workshop on the fundamentals of grant writing. The workshops equipped tourism stakeholders, including National Tourism …

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• Published on November 17, 2023 - 04:43 GMT

  

  Pacific Tourism Organisation Attends China International Travel Mart (CITM) 2023

  To enhance regional collaboration and tap into the booming Chinese tourism market, the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) will lead and coordinate the Pacific’s presence at the 24th China International Travel Mart (CITM) in Kunming, Yunnan Province, from …

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• Published on November 17, 2023 - 04:43 GMT

  

  Pacific Resort Hotel Group, Cook Islands Tourism and Air New Zealand Launch Cook Islands Tourism Leadership Programme

  Air New Zealand, Cook Islands Tourism, and Pacific Resort Hotel Group are delighted to announce the establishment of the Cook Islands Tourism Leadership Programme. This initiative underscores Pacific Resort Hotel Groups’ commitment to supporting and …

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• Published on November 17, 2023 - 04:43 GMT

  

  Huge recognition for Gizo in Travel Lemming ‘Best Places to Travel in 2024’ guide

  Honiara, Solomon Islands – Gizo has taken out the top place in the Oceania section of the prestigious Travel Lemming magazine ’50 Best Places to Travel in 2024’ guide. Adding even more lustre to the result, the Western Province capital also came in second …

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• Published on November 16, 2023 - 03:34 GMT

  

  2023 Pacific Sustainable Tourism Summit delegates deliberate on Pacific Sustainable Tourism Standard

  The recent Pacific Sustainable Tourism Leadership Summit held in Tahiti, French Polynesia from 16 – 17 October saw delegates deliberating on the Pacific Sustainable Tourism Standard during a side event on 16 October. Facilitated by the Pacific Tourism …

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