Becoming a member of the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association comes with many benefits for tourism businesses.
Benefits of Joining FHTA
1. Advocacy and Representation:
– Address member views on issues and challenges with relevant agencies, government bodies, and forums.
– Improve business processes through dialogue, meetings, submissions, lobbying, and policy recommendations.
2. FHTA Immigration Service
– Provide members with expert assistance in obtaining work and investor permits, including documentation vetting and application submission, ensuring a streamlined process.
3. FHTA Discount Airfares Scheme
– Offer members access to discounted airfares through Fiji Airways for domestic and international travel, supporting cost-effective connectivity.
4. Training and Development:
– Provide information on and facilitate access to valuable industry training programs.
– Collaborate with training institutions, local and international providers, and partners to offer diverse training options.
5. Industry Updates:
– Share regular updates through our website, social media platforms, and email newsletters.
– Post daily weather news and keep members informed about upcoming events, activities, exhibitions, and shows.
6. Weather Alerts:
– Provide consistent weather updates during cyclones and adverse weather conditions.
7. Industry Consultation:
– Facilitate understanding of the Fiji tourism industry through consultation and ongoing dialogue with local and international bodies.
8. Visa Support:
– Issue endorsement letters for work visas required by Immigration authorities.
9. International Relations:
– Maintain relationships with embassies, consulates, and high commissions to support members’ international guest needs.
10. Legal and HR Assistance:
– Offer HR/IR clarifications and legal interpretations through access to legal counsel.
11. Industry Sub-Committees:
– Engage with sub-committees on:
– Marketing
– Policy & Legal
– Dive
– HR/IR
– Environment
– FRCS
– Marine Operators
– Proprietary Rights
– Surf
– Domestic Transport
– Membership
– Building Committee
– Stay informed about industry issues and update members accordingly.
12. Networking and Best Practices:
– Facilitate membership networking opportunities and industry best practice updates through events such as the annual HOTEC Tradeshow, FHTA Dive Expo, FCEF Council activities, and other forums.
13. Code of Practices and Ethics:
– Promote the Association’s Code of Practices and Ethics.
– Explore the introduction of additional codes of practice, such as safe food handling.
Responsibilities of the Association
- Advocacy: Protect and promote the interests of members in accommodation, dive, marine, and related businesses within the tourism industry.
- Standards: Maintain and enhance standards within the tourism industry.
- Service Improvement: Improve service quality provided by Association members.
- Political Neutrality: Act as a non-political entity.
- Skill Development: Enhance skills and knowledge of member employees at all levels through training.
Use our Application Forms to apply.