FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Triumph for the Gateway to Fiji

Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 25 April 2024 – When Nadi International Airport opened its doors after the forced border closure in March 2020, the atmosphere was electric as the first tourist flight landed that morning, signifying a monumental moment for Fiji’s tourism industry amidst the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic.Picture the anticipation and pride among airport staff as they…

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New Cluster Revenue Manager at Marriott International, Pacific Islands

Marriott International, Pacific Islands, is excited to announce a significant organizational update with the promotion of Navneel Prasad to the role of Cluster Revenue Manager, effective March 1st, 2024. Navneel Prasad has been an integral part of the Pacific Islands Revenue Management cluster since October 2022, initially serving as Cluster Senior Revenue Analyst. During this time, he played a…

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Marriott Fiji brings in Renowned Chocolatier

Nadi, Fiji – April X, 2024 – Janice Wong, an award-winning, renowned chocolatier, artist and chef, is taking her culinary offering to the islands of  Fiji, this May in partnership with Marriott International Fiji Hotels. Janice will be collaborating with two of Fiji’s premium resorts, Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay and Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort promising a series of exclusive guest dinner…

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FHTA Tourism Talanoa: The Urgency of National Waste Management

Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 18 April 2024 – We have a national issue that will only get worse unless something substantial is done: the main one being that we do not have enough avenues to collect and dispose of our waste – mostly household rubbish, effectively.In our article last week, we raised the issue of civic pride (or lack thereof) due to the rising piles of rubbish in and around…

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Musket Cove's 40th Anniversary Regatta Prepares to Set Sail

As the date for the 40th Anniversary of the annual Fiji Regatta Week approaches, enthusiasts and participants worldwide are gearing up for a spectacular event.Scheduled from 11th to 15th September 2024, this milestone anniversary promises to be a commemoration of past Regatta highlights while showcasing the excitement of four decades of maritime tradition.Last year’s Regatta witnessed a…

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Go Dirty Tours Honoured in LuxLife Awards

Go Dirty Tours, a renowned ATV company based in Nadi has clinched the prestigious title of Tourism Operator of the Year 2024 – Fiji at the recent Luxlife Travel and Tourism Awards.This accolade, awarded to top-performing companies demonstrating exceptional dedication to their industry, is a testament to Go Dirty Tours’ commitment to excellence.The Luxlife Travel and Tourism Awards are known for…

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FHTA Tourism Talanoa: The Cost of Labour Challenges

Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 4 April 2024 – The first quarter start of the tourism year, although expected to be quieter with the Easter long weekend pushed out to the end of March rather than earlier as in recent years, turned out to be busier than expected.And this was despite the long spells of incessant rain causing flooding around Fiji, the intermittent thunderstorms and the…

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FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Why Does it Look Like Economic Growth has Stalled?

Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 28 March 2024 – It’s the rainy season and things move slower when you cannot see where you’re going.Typically characterized by moderate rainfall, the season has seen an unusual surge inprecipitation levels coming as it has been in torrential rainfalls and causing alarm fromvarious sectors like agriculture, municipal councils, community residents, shopkeepersand…

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Renowned Pastry Chef to Collaborate with InterContinental Fiji

InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa is excited to announce an upcoming collaboration with Kirsten Tibballs, a highly regarded Australian pastry chef and chocolatier. Throughout the month of April, Kirsten Tibballs will bring her culinary expertise to the resort, creating unique culinary experiences for guests. This collaboration is part of InterContinental Fiji’s ongoing efforts to enhance…

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FHTA Celebrates Andrews' Prestigious Award

Suva, Fiji – March 14, 2024 – The Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (FHTA) proudly celebrates the remarkable achievement of Steven Andrews, Vice-President of the FHTA Board of Directors, who has been honoured with the prestigious OUTRIGGER General Manager of the Year award. This accolade recognizes Steven’s exceptional leadership and contributions to the hospitality industry, particularly in his…

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Castaway Fiji Celebrates OUTRIGGER GM of the Year

Castaway Island, Fiji – March 14, 2024 – Castaway Island proudly announces the outstanding achievement of their esteemed General Manager, Steven Andrews, who has been honoured as the General Manager of the Year in the Resorts & Hotels category at the prestigious OUTRIGGER Way Awards, held in Hawaii on March 14th. Steven’s exceptional leadership has propelled Castaway Island to unprecedented…

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GPH unveils collaboration with Fiji Museum

19th March 2024 (Suva, Fiji): Grand Pacific Hotel Suva, one of Fiji’s iconic luxury heritage hotels, has entered into a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Fiji Museum, solidifying a commitment to promoting arts, culture, and heritage in the heart of Suva. The signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) on Thursday, March 14, 2024, heralds a new era of collaboration between…

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Sheraton and Westin Resorts in Fiji Appoint new Reservations Manager

Sheraton and Westin Resorts in Fiji are thrilled to announce the appointment of Dorin Reddy as the new Reservations Manager for the Denarau Complex, effective April 2, 2024. Dorin Reddy brings a wealth of experience and expertise to her new role, having joined the Marriott family in April 2019 as the Executive Assistant to the General Manager and Multi Property Vice President, Pacific Islands.…

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Mana Island Resort Makes Donation to Fiji Cancer Society

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Sustainable Seaweed Farming at Dive Academy Fiji

In a bid to bolster Fiji’s economic resilience while embracing environmentally friendly practices, Dive Academy Fiji has joined forces with the Ministry of Fisheries in a groundbreaking seaweed farming initiative. Amidst the uncertainties brought by the COVID-19 pandemic, Jone Waitaiti, co-founder of Dive Academy Fiji, sought ways to mitigate risks associated with the tourism sector’s…

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FHTA Tourism Talanoa: On the Horns of a Dilemma

Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 07 March 2024 – Happy International Women’s Day to one and all.In the wise words of poet and author Maya Angelou, “You may encounter many defeats, but YOU must not be defeated.”This sentiment also resonates as we witness the ongoing worker exodus, depleting our local workforce and contemplate our options as employers, industries and as an economy.Skilled and…

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Westpac Unveils 2024 Women's Education Grant Themes

Friday 8 March 2024 – Fijian females once again have the chance to gain assistance for their studies with the annual Westpac Women and Girls Education Grant about to launch for 2024. Aimed at providing financial support to women and girls to further their educational pursuits, the grant program is divided into three categories; Primary, Secondary and Tertiary (or Adult Learners). Westpac is…

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