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Pacific Tourism Organisation joins key aviation players in Port Vila for Regional Aviation Action Plan Workshop
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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September 26, 2023
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) recently participated in the Aviation Commercial Industry and Pacific Regional Aviation Action Plan Development Workshop in Port Villa Vanuatu. Participants from the International Air Transport Association...
Mastercard and Vanuatu Tourism Office present Tourism insights for Q1 of 2023
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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August 31, 2023
Tuesdday 29 August 2023, Port Vila, Vanuatu: The South Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) has Partnered with Mastercard to enhance consumer demand and Tourist travel insights aimed at providing member countries with valuable data and information...
After a four-year break, the first delegates have arrived for Tok Tok Vanuatu 2023
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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August 31, 2023
Port Vila, Vanuatu, 29 August 2023: TOK TOK Vanuatu is finally back. After a four-year break, the first delegates have arrived. They have a packed schedule of visiting tourism operators and making connections to help grow tourism for the future....
Pacific Tourism Organisation and Auckland University of Technology complete Data Transfer Agreement.
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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September 7, 2023
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) and Auckland University of Technology (AUT) have completed the required Data Transfer Agreement under the Pacific Tourism Data Initiative (PTDI). Taking effect from October 1st, 2023, the PTDI will be...
Your Guide to Planning the Perfect 2023 Pacific Summer Vacation
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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September 13, 2023
Summer 2023 is just around the corner, fellow wanderlusters! Are you ready for the ultimate adventure this season? Look no further than the breathtaking Pacific Islands! This sun-soaked paradise is beckoning you, and we promise you’ll have the...
Vanuatu is ready to welcome first cruise ship trials
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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November 8, 2022
Tuesday, 08 November 2022 – Port-Vila, Vanuatu: The month of November is an exciting one for the Tourism Industry as it is set to be the trial month for cruise ships to Vanuatu. A total of 4 cruise vessels will visit Mystery Island, Port Vila and...
Vanuatu Commemorates The 80th Anniversary Of The SS President Coolidge With A Special Ceremony And Exhibition
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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November 3, 2022
Tuesday, 01 November 2022 – Port-Vila, Vanuatu: Last Wednesday [26 October 2022], the Vanuatu Tourism Office and Vanuatu’s South Pacific WWII Museum hosted a series of celebrations in Luganville (Espiritu Santo) to commemorate the 80th anniversary...
Tonga Tourism Industry Embraces Digital Transformation with Pacific Digital Champions Training
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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August 23, 2023
Tongan tourism industry leaders and key stakeholders solidified their dedication to embracing digital transformation. This commitment took shape during their participation in the Pacific Digital Champions training program from 15th-16th August,...
Pacific Island Tourism is on the Surge Again, But its Character is Changing
Australian Institute of International Affairs
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October 23, 2023
Pacific Islands have been likened to paradise by early European travellers. The climate, the nature, and the hospitality of local people make Pacific Islands seemingly perfect tourist destinations. Yet, the development and the impact of tourism...
Vanuatu Tourism: Data And Insights Are Crucial Elements Of Decision-Making
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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October 18, 2022
Home Vanuatu Tourism: Data And Insights Are Crucial Elements Of Decision-Making Data and insights are crucial elements of the decision-making and the team at the Vanuatu Tourism Office (VTO) is introducing new initiatives to gather data and...
Papua New Guinea becomes the 19th signatory of the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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August 10, 2023
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) has welcomed Papua New Guinea as the most recent signatory of the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment (SOC), which consolidates support for collective action on the implementation of the Pacific...
Tonga Tourism attends second yachting event in French Polynesia
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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August 8, 2023
Mr. Viliami Takau, CEO of the Ministry of Tourism was in Tahiti attending the Second South Pacific Sailing Network Meeting and Tahiti Moorea Sailing Rendez-Vous 21st – 24th July 2023. Also attending the meeting was Mr. Fa’one Bloomfield (Senior...
Pacific Tourism Data Initiative is transitioning to a new home with the Pacific Tourism Organisation
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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August 3, 2023
The Pacific Tourism Organisation is pleased to announce the transition of the Pacific Tourism Data Initiative (PTDI) from its current home at the New Zealand Tourism Research Institute (NZTRI) based at the Auckland University of Technology (AUT)...
Pacific Tourism Organisation Forges Strategic Collaborations with Vanuatu Tourism Organisation and Fiji Airways
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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August 3, 2023
Last month the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) held successful meetings held with a delegation from the Vanuatu Tourism Organisation (VTO) and Fiji Airways. The meeting, which took place in Fiji, was marked by productive discussions and...
Pacific Tourism Organisations Tahitia Kamea selected to be part of 2023 Resilient Pacific Islands Leaders (RPIL) Fellowship
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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August 3, 2023
Tahitia Kamea of Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) has completed the inaugural Resilient Pacific Islands Leaders (RPIL) Fellowship Program in Hawaii. Hosted by the renowned East-West Center with funding from the United States government, the...
Pacific Tourism Organisation Embraces Digital Transformation with Pacific Digital Champions Training
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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August 1, 2023
This week, Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) staff participated in the Pacific Digital Champions training program as it reinforced its commitment to digital transformation. The Pacific Digital Champions training program is an integral part of...
Vanuatu Removes All Pre-Departure COVID Testing
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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September 11, 2022
Home Vanuatu Removes All Pre-Departure COVID Testing Port-Vila, Vanuatu – 6 September, 2022: The Vanuatu Tourism Office is pleased to share that visitors to Vanuatu will no longer be required to produce a negative COVID-19 test before entering the...
MTV Travel Expo – Port Vila: Unveiling the Best of Domestic Tourism & Travel
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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June 21, 2023
Port Vila, Vanuatu, 21 June 2023: Get ready to participate in an action-packed event as the Mi Tumoro Vanuatu Travel Expo (MTV Travel Expo) takes centre stage this Friday and Saturday at Port Vila’s Seafront at the Haus blo Handicraft, Feiawa...
Vanuatu Announces The Return Of International Cruising In 2022
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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September 19, 2022
Home Vanuatu Announces The Return Of International Cruising In 2022 Thursday, 15th September 2022, Port-Vila – Vanuatu: The Vanuatu Government, through the National Cruise Tourism Management Committee (NCTMC) is excited to announce the official...
Pacific Tourism Organisations Pacific Digital Champions Training Program Commences in Papua New Guinea
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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July 19, 2023
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) is delighted to announce the commencement of the highly anticipated Pacific Digital Champions training program in Papua New Guinea. This initiative is part SPTOs Digital Transformation Project (Phase 2),...