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Niue and Tonga see strong returns from smarter tourism planning - survey
Pacific Media Network
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Tourism is bouncing back across the Pacific, and two nations appear to be setting the pace with smart, data-led strategies. The latest International Visitor Survey (IVS) results from Niue and Tonga show strong tourism recovery and a shared focus...
SPTE 2025: A United Pacific Calls for sustainable travel
Travel Weekly
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May 11, 2025
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Tourism to Continue to Drive Growth in the Pacific, but at a Slower Pace — ADB
PNG Business News
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Economic growth in the Pacific is projected to moderate to 3.9% in 2025 and 3.6% in 2026, according to the Asian Development Outlook (ADO) April 2025, the Asian Development Bank's (ADB) flagship economic publication, released today. The outlook...
China, Pacific Island countries to strengthen tourism cooperation
Xinhua News Agency
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NADI, Fiji, May 9 (Xinhua) -- The two-day China-Pacific Island Countries Tourism Exchange Session opened in Nadi, the third largest city in Fiji on Friday, highlighting cross-border tourism cooperation and in-depth cultural experiences. The event...
PACIFIC TOURISM ORGANIZATION PARTNERS WITH PNG TPA
PNG Haus Bung
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May 9, 2025
The South Pacific Tourism Organization (SPTO), in partnership with the Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority (PNGTPA), has released Papua New Guinea’s first Business Confidence Index (BCI) report. This report provides valuable insights into...
Pacific Tourism releases PNG’s first business index survey
Papua New Guinea Post Courier
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May 9, 2025
THE Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), in partnership with the Tourism Promotion Authority (TPA), has released Papua New Guinea’s first Business Confidence Index (BCI) report. This report provides valuable insights into business outlook and...
PNG Tourism launches Business Confidence Survey Report
Papua New Guinea Post Courier
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May 7, 2025
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) and the Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority (PNGTPA) have jointly released Papua New Guinea’s inaugural Business Confidence Index (BCI) report, offering crucial insights into the current business...
58 Visa-Free Countries for Indians to Explore in 2025: Complete Travel List and Details
Techstory
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May 6, 2025
Indian travelers are enjoying greater freedom to explore the world, with the latest Henley Passport Index ranking the Indian passport 81st globally in 2025. While this position reflects a slight drop from the previous year, it still grants Indian...
Good news for Indian travellers! You can now visit THESE 58 countries without visa — check full list
Mint
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May 6, 2025
Being able to fly to a country without the hassle of applying for a visa is a luxury that travellers around the world aspire to. With visa procedures often involving extensive documentation, long queues, and unpredictable processing times, having...
Indian Passport Holders Can Travel Visa-Free To 58 Countries: Check Full List From Thailand, Maldives, Mauritius, And More
India.com
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Home Destination Indian Passport Holders Can Travel Visa Free To Countries Check Full List From Thailand Maldives Mauritius And More Indian citizens can visit 58 countries without needing a visa, making international travel easier and more...
Niue family adventures: Swim with whales, explore caves, and more with your kids
The New Zealand Herald
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March 29, 2025
Touching down in Niue after a quick three-and-a-half-hour flight from Auckland, you are greeted with not only warm temperatures all year round, but the most warm and hospitable welcome possible. It’s best to pre-arrange a rental car for your...
$2m to complete Fale Niue two-storey multi-purpose building
Cook Island News
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April 29, 2025
The construction of the new Cook Islands Niue Community and Friends (CINCF) Fale Niue two-storey multi-purpose building project in Tupapa has entered its second stage. MELINA ETCHES/25042831 or 2812 The construction of the new Cook Islands Niue...
Niue receives more global recognition’
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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March 19, 2025
Time Magazine has named Niue on their World’s Greatest Places 2025 list. More specifically Niue Blue Island Experiences was highlighted on the list. “To be named on the Time World’s Greatest Places 2025 list is a reflection of the collaboration of...
Fana Café: A culinary revival on Niue’s shores to honour tradition
Pacific Media Network
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A small yet charming café in Niue is winning the hearts of locals and tourists alike. Fana Café, operated by 41-year-old Niuean Chris Skinner and his family, brings 23 years of culinary experience from abroad to the small Pacific island nation....
Pacific Tourism Organisation and Niue Tourism Share Key Findings from 2024 International Visitor Survey
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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April 15, 2025
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), in partnership with the Niue Tourism Office through the Pacific Tourism Data Initiative (PTDI), has released the 2024 International Visitor Survey report. The findings provide key insights into visitor...
Pacific news in brief for 1 July
RNZ
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July 1, 2025
Niue government buildings Photo: RNZ/ Sally Round Niue - budget Health, education, social welfare and government salaries have receives a boost in the Niue government's new NZ$12.5 million (US$7.6m) deficit budget. Last week, the island's finance...
Niue Blue makes it to worlds greatest places 2025 on TIME article
Television Niue
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March 19, 2025
Niue Blue has made it to the TIME article of the World’s Most Greatest Place for 2025 published last week on their website. Niue Blue Managing Director-Evan Barclay said they are absolutely humbled with this announcement and very happy to share...
Tips, tricks and mistakes to avoid when booking a South Pacific holiday - Trip Notes
The New Zealand Herald
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April 21, 2025
And there are some specific times to look at if you want to save money. “For Kiwis, we like to escape our winter. If you go in our summer, it’s the rainy season, which a lot of people thinks ‘meh’, but there’s less people. It might have a big...
Kiribati International Visitor Survey 2024: Key Insights to Strengthen Tourism Strategies
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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April 8, 2025
The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK), in collaboration with the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) and the Pacific Tourism Data Initiative (PTDI), has released the results of the International Visitor Survey (IVS) conducted from January to...
Pacific Tourism Organisation Releases 2024 Tonga Visitor Survey: New Data Highlights Tourism Trends and Economic Impact
Pacific Tourism Organisation
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April 8, 2025
The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), through its Pacific Tourism Data Initiative (PTDI) and in partnership with the Ministry of Tourism, Tonga Tourism Authority, and Tonga Statistics Department, has released the 2024 International Visitor...