Pacific Islands
UNESCO adds locations in Japan and French Polynesia to roster of World Heritage Sites
UNESCO expanded its roster of World Heritage Sites with 24 new locations named at the 46th session of the World Heritage Committee meeting in New Delhi.
Cruise Plus, Ponant introduce Pearls of the Society Islands itinerary
Cruise Plus recently teamed up with Ponant to introduce its new Pearls of the Society Islands route under Luxury by Cruise Plus.
Skyscanner Savings Generator tool now available to more markets in APAC
Skyscanner has launched its Savings Generator tool in India, Singapore and South Korea. In Australia, this release is a refreshed and updated version of the initial edition launched in September 2023.
South Pacific Tourism Exchange 2024 dates announced
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) is pleased to confirm that it will host the 7th South Pacific Tourism Exchange (SPTE)
Discover the ultimate luxury: Chartering a yacht around The Islands of Tahiti
With 118 islands spread out in an area roughly the size of Europe, The Islands of Tahiti provide the perfect
Discovering paradise: Unveiling opportunities in the enchanting South Pacific
South Pacific is a paradise where nature’s splendor meets the warmth of diverse cultures. The South Pacific region, encompassing a
Quest Apartment Hotels to sponsor the 2023 TEMI Awards
The Australasian global talent mobility industry’s only annual awards program, presented by the Employee Mobility Institute (TEMi) in partnership with Quest Apartment Hotels (a member of The Ascott Ltd), will open for entries next month
Samoa hits the road across Europe to exhibit in four Trade Shows
The Samoa Tourism Authority (STA) European office showcased the best of what “Beautiful Samoa” has to offer to the European markets by meeting 63,000 consumers, 73 travel trade partners and 40+ media, along with other South Pacific Islands and private sector partners.
Virgin Australia has resumed services to Samoa
Guests on Virgin Australia’s first flight to Samoa in three years were greeted warmly as a proud Samoan crew operated the flight.
New Caledonia Officially Opens To Cruises on 5 October
New Caledonia is officially reopening on 5 October, allowing cruise ships to pass through its territorial waters. On 4 October
Cook Islands removes Covid vaccination requirements
COVID-19 vaccination requirements have been removed and no longer apply for travel and entry to the Cook Islands by Aircraft
All you need to know on a Fiji and Pacific Islands travel bubble
For over a year, we have heard whispers and rumours that Australia could potentially open up a travel bubble with neighbouring countries like New Zealand, Singapore, Fiji and the rest of the Pacific Islands.
“Positioned to grow”: Qantas new SVP of Asia talks market share, cabin upgrades and the Qantas Channel
Back at the end of June, Qantas unveiled John Simeone as its new senior vice president for Asia and Papua New Guinea, based in Singapore. To find out more about the new role, I snatched a few minutes with the seasoned executive to discuss plans to increase profits in the region, the upcoming cabin upgrade on the A380 and the new booking platform, Qantas Channel.
Going places by making faces: Vacation glow inspires Expedia collab with Estee Lauder
Both lifestyle brands jointly offer the opportunity to win the trip-of-a-lifetime to one of eight dream destinations from now until May 2018.
South Pacific Cruise Alliance appoint new chairman
The South Pacific Cruise Alliance has announced the election of its new chairman, David Vaeafe, from American Samoa.
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