Fiji Times 11 June 2020 – FNPF chief executive officer Jaoji Koroi said phase two of the scheme had been extended to those Fijians who were on leave without pay. “Submission
Private sector reacts to impact
Fiji Times 10 June 2020 – Ninety-three per cent of businesses in Fiji had reported a significant decline in sales or revenue because of the impacts caused by COVID-19. This
Timely decision
Fiji Times / FHTA 9 June 2020 – Even in these economically challenging times the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (FHTA) continues to receive new membership requests from the industry
In New Zealand, shopping, parties and big hugs mark start of ‘COVID-free’ life
Fiji Times/Reuters Tuesday 9 June 2020 – New Zealanders hugged and kissed, shopped, and planned parties on Tuesday as the country took off all coronavirus restrictions for the first time
PADI: Dive Best Practices to Reduce COVID-19 Transmission Risk
PADI, May 2020 – As the most sought-after dive professionals in the world, PADI Dive Centers, Resorts and Dive Boats are readying their operations to carefully resume diving, training and
Fiji urged to tread carefully
Fiji Times 5 June 2020 – Fiji must have measures in place to ensure it is able to effectively handle COVID-19 cases once borders are open.
Local tourists should be treated the same way as other guests are treated
Fiji Village 8 June 2020 – As calls are being made for locals to take part in tourism, the CEO of the Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association, Fantasha Lockington says it
Launch of ‘Love our Locals’ Campaign
Fiji Times / MCTTT 5 June 2020 – A campaign launched yesterday is being seen as an initiative to build consumer confidence and ignite economic activity in the local tourism
Fiji Airways Converts ATR 72-600 for Regional Freight Operations
Fiji Airways 5 June 2020 – Fiji Airways recently converted a Fiji Link ATR 72-600 aircraft to a freighter configuration to operate a cargo trip to Port Vila. This is
FHTA Signs MOU with SOFTA
FHTA 3 June 2020 – The Fiji Hotel and Tourism Association (FHTA) has recently signed a Memorandum of understanding with the Society of Fiji Travel Associates (SOFTA) to strengthen the
Tourism Talanoa: Plan First, Travel Later
FHTA, 5 June 2020 – The pressure is palpable. As a global economic recession starts to unfold and unemployment numbers steadily rise to record levels, an air of uncertainty and
FNPF begins phase II of COVID-19 withdrawals
FBC News 02 June 2020 – The Fiji National Provident Fund has announced Phase two of COVID-19 withdrawals and assistance. Chief Executive Jaoji Koroi confirms this round of payouts is
“Our Bula Spirit Awaits You”
Tourism Fiji 28 May 2020 –Following ongoing optimism and easing of restrictions across Tourism Fiji’s source markets it has progressed today into Stage Two of its Market Re-entry Plan. Tourism
Expect More Layoffs in Tourism Industry
FHTA 26 May 2020 – Following last week’s discussions with the Ministry of Employment and tourism businesses in Nadi that included 5 face-to-face sessions and a Webinar to allow stakeholders
Tourism Fiji Innovating Through Digital Channels to Engage the Market Amid COVID-19
Tourism Fiji 28 May 2020 – COVID-19 has brought vast and unprecedented disruptions to the travel industry, and in response to it Tourism Fiji has adopted new digital approaches to
Fiji Airways Extends International Flight Cancellations to End of July
Fiji Airways 27 May 2020 – Fiji Airways, Fiji’s national airline, has announced the cancellation of all international scheduled flights through to the end of July. The cancellations are due
Tourism Talanoa: Can Tourism Pivot?
FHTA, 28 May 2020 – The global tourism sector’s troubles are well-publicized as is the oft-quoted fact that tourism’s multiplier effect makes it the largest contributor both directly and indirectly
More job lay offs expected in the coming weeks in the tourism industry
FijiVillage 26 May 2020 – As the tourism and hotel business transitions into the next phase of survival, operators involved in the tourism industry will be considering extended Leave Without
Marriott International Fiji Resorts Launch Light for Hope Campaign
Denarau Island – 27 May 2020 – The Westin Denarau Fiji Resort & Spa have launched the ‘Light for Hope’ campaign to build confidence and give guests and associates ‘hope’
Fiji Airways Announces Further Measures Due to COVID-19 Crisis
Fiji Airways 25 May 2020 – Fiji Airways, Fiji’s national airline, has today announced workforce adjustments as a consequence of the current and foreseeable operating environment. The adjustments are necessary