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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...
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,...
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...
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...
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),...
Pacific Tourism Organisation Showcases Commitment to Culture and Sustainability at Council Meetings
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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July 12, 2023
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) reaffirmed its dedication to cultural preservation and sustainable tourism during its participation in two influential gatherings: the 37th Meeting of the Council of Pacific Arts & Culture (CPAC) and the 6th...
Top 10 Destinations in the Pacific for Your Winter Vacation
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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May 30, 2023
Dreaming of a winter getaway to escape the chilly temperatures? Look no further than the enchanting Pacific Islands! With their pristine beaches, vibrant culture, and breathtaking landscapes, the Pacific Islands offer a perfect destination for...
Pacific Tourism Organisation Announces New Digital Champions Program
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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June 1, 2023
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), is pleased to announce newly appointed Pacific Digital Champions, under the New Zealand government-funded Pacific Digital Tourism Transformation Project (Phase 2). In support of the SPTO Digital Strategy...
Republic of the Marshall Islands Signs Pacific Sustainable Tourism Commitment
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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May 25, 2023
The Pacific Tourism Organisation is pleased to confirm the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) as the 18th signatory of the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment (SOC). Inspired by the ambitions of the Pacific Sustainable Tourism...
RMI Welcomed as the Latest Signatory of the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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May 22, 2023
The Pacific Tourism Organisation is pleased to confirm the Republic of the Marshall Islands (RMI) as the 18th signatory of the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment (SOC). Inspired by the ambitions of the Pacific Sustainable Tourism...
Tuvalu becomes the 17th signatory of the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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May 10, 2023
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) has welcomed Tuvalu as the latest signatory of the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment (SOC). The SOC embodies the support of SPTO’s Council of Tourism Ministers in implementing the Pacific...
Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment Continues to Attract Support
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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April 19, 2023
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) is pleased to announce Nauru as the 16th signatory of the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment (SOC). As a high-level regional advocacy tool supporting sustainable tourism development, the SOC...
Wallis & Futuna Pledges to Support Sustainable Tourism in the Pacific Region
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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March 28, 2023
Wallis & Futuna affirmed its commitment to regional sustainable tourism through the endorsement of the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment (SOC) in Nadi late last week. As the 15th signatory, Wallis and Futuna has joined the Federated...
NTO Update – Kiribati commits to sustainable tourism development
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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March 12, 2023
In October 2022, Kiribati affirmed its commitment to being part of the regional sustainable tourism cohesion as it signed the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment. Kiribati joined 14 Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) members in...
The Top Pacific Islands Travel Show is Coming. Here’s What You need Know.
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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December 21, 2022
With 20 countries and more than 30,000 islands to explore, the Pacific Islands have become some of the top tourism destinations in the world in 2022. As travelers want to explore new places, either by themselves or with groups, destinations like...
Fiji affirms Commitment to Improving Regional Sustainable Tourism
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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December 14, 2022
Fiji affirmed its commitment to being part of the regional sustainable tourism cohesion as it signed the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment in Suva this week. Fiji becomes the 14th Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) member to...
Cook Islands and American Samoa affirms Commitment to Improving Regional Tourism
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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November 9, 2022
The Cook Islands and American Samoa affirmed their commitment to being part of the regional sustainable tourism cohesion as they signed the Pacific Leader’s Sustainable Tourism Commitment at the Pacific Sustainable Tourism Leadership Summit in the...
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...
Increased High-Level Participation in upcoming Pacific Tourism Organisation
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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October 18, 2022
Home Increased High-Level Participation in upcoming Pacific Tourism Organisation Tonga, Papua New Guinea, Samoa and American Samoa are the most recent countries to confirm the participation of their tourism Ministers and equivalents at the...