Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 11 September 2025 – More Australians are heading overseas than ever, yet Fiji’s share of that travel seems to have plateaued. In 2023, visitor arrivals
Category: Tourism Talanoa
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Tourism at the Crossroads of Global Economics
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 04 September 2025 – You’ll have seen the fresh analysis on the Pacific’s infrastructure deficit sent out by ANZ Pacific Insights in previous weeks. It’s
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: A Historical Tourism Homecoming
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 28 August 2025 – As the MV Yasawa Flyer III sliced through Fijian waters on a chilly Sunday morning in August, the men on the
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Supply Chains Shape Tourism
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 21 August 2025 – When experts talk about trade policy, most people’s eyes glaze over. It sounds like one of those dry, technical things best
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Protecting Fiji’s Soul
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 14 August 2025 – When I walked away from the GSTC 2025 Conference last week, I didn’t just leave with a notebook full of presentations
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Sustainability is Fiji Tourism’s Compass
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 7 August 2025 – This week, Fiji is hosting the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC) 2025 Global Conference for the very first time. And yes,
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Going Beyond the Postcard
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 31 July 2025 – There’s no doubt that Fiji has long mastered the art of postcard perfection. Our aquamarine waters, swaying palms, and warm, friendly
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: The High Stakes of Safety in Marine Tourism
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 24 July 2025 – There’s nothing quite like the way the ocean stirs the soul in Fiji. That first breath of salty air as you
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: What’s Back on the Menu?
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 17 July 2025 – When we talk about tourism, we tend to focus on the things we can see and feel, warm welcomes at the
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Sharing the Responsibility for Skills Development
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 10 July 2025 – From blame to balance: A call for shared responsibility in Fiji’s labour and skills conversations. Fair wages, skills shortages, and worker
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: What’s Next for Tourism
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 03 July 2025 – Fiji’s tourism industry has long demonstrated remarkable resilience, weathering annual challenges with a quiet strength forged by experience. From navigating political
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: 60 Years Supporting Tourism
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 26 June 2025 – I’m often asked what has kept an association like ours relevant for six decades. It’s a question that comes not just
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Tackling Fiji’s Waste Crisis Now
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 19 June 2025 – When we speak of Fiji to the world, we use evocative language that calls to global visitors dreaming of golden beaches
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Strengthening Tourisms Future
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 12 June 2025 – Tourism is an industry built on resilience. It faces challenges frequently that test its adaptability, yet each hurdle reinforces its ability
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Infrastructure Must Catch Up
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 5 June 2025 – There’s a lot to celebrate in Fiji’s tourism sector right now. We’re hearing big numbers being floated — $3.1 billion in
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: The Town that is Being Left Behind
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 31 May 2025 – If there’s one place that should be buzzing with pride, progress, and polish, it is Nadi Town—our dusty little Western town
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: The Search for Skilled Labour
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 22 May 2025 – Skilled labour shortages are a growing concern worldwide, affecting the construction and healthcare industries. As economies evolve and technology advances, the
FHTA Tourism Talanoa – Where is the Employment Levy Really Going?
When we talk about developing Fiji’s economy, we often say that our people are our greatest asset. In the tourism industry, we live and breathe that reality every day. The
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: Outdated Laws, Uneven Rules
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 08 May 2025 – Businesses that adhere to strict regulations often face greater scrutiny and higher operational costs in many sectors, while non-compliant entities continue
FHTA Tourism Talanoa: The Reality of Cautious Optimism
Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, 01 May 2025 – In tourism, optimism is second nature. It’s stitched into the fabric of who we are. We are all about sharing happiness
