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German Hapag Lloyd Cruise Ship ‘MV Hanseatic Inspiration’ set to Visit Bikati Islet, Butaritari on the 2nd of May 2025

On November 4th, TAK had the pleasure of meeting with Thomas Schubert from Pacific International Consulting and the Manager of Shipping Agencies of Kiribati (SAOK) to discuss preparations for the anticipated arrival of the cruise ship MV Hanseatic Inspiration at Bikati Islet in Butaritari, scheduled for May 2, 2025. This marks the third visit by a Hapag Lloyd Cruises vessel to Butaritari, following previous visits in 2015 and 2018. Unfortunately, two planned visits to Bikati in 2021 and 2022 had to be canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, but with cruise operations resuming last year, Kiribati is pleased to welcome this renewed opportunity. During the meeting, Mr. Schubert shared that the cruise line was highly impressed with the 2018 excursion and is delighted to once again include Bikati, Butaritari, as a destination on its Great Micronesia Cruise Expedition. The MV Hanseatic Inspiration, departing from New Caledonia and Palau, will carry 220 passengers who will experience a full-day excursion on Bikati Islet. This visit is not only a wonderful opportunity to showcase Kiribati’s unique beauty and culture to international guests but also promises to generate meaningful economic benefits for the Butaritari Island community and Kiribati as a whole. Photo above from left to right; George Kumkee Jr (Senior Tourism Officer), Reeti Onorio (Agt CEO), Thomas Schubert (Pacific International Consulting), and Naare

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German Hapag Lloyd Cruise Ship ‘MV Hanseatic Inspiration’ set to

On November 4th, TAK had the pleasure of meeting with Thomas Schubert from Pacific International Consulting and the Manager of Shipping Agencies of Kiribati (SAOK) to discuss preparations for the

Kiribati Tourism Industry Review 2023

In 2023, Kiribati experienced and welcomed its first resumption of tourism & travel arrivals marking the arrival of cruise ships after the border closure since the COVID-19 period. A total

Quarter 2 2024 Tourism Review in Kiribati

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati has released its Quarter 2 Tourism Industry Review for 2024, showcasing significant growth. The report highlights a 12% increase in international visitors compared to the

Kiribati International Visitor Survey Unveils Insights: Culture, Friendliness, and Unique

The Pacific Tourism Organization (SPTO) has released the Kiribati International Visitor Survey (IVS) for the period January to June 2024. The survey offers valuable insights into the profiles, preferences, and

SPTO Releases Findings of the Kiribati Community Attitude Survey 2024

The Pacific Tourism Organization (SPTO) has officially released the results of the Kiribati Community Attitudes Survey (CAS) 2024, a comprehensive study designed to capture the perceptions of residents on tourism’s

TAK Officer Embarks on Digital Tourism Journey with PTI Australia

Mr. Tiuti Biribo an officer of the Tourism Authority of Kiribati or TAK has recently completed a dynamic two-week internship with Pacific Trade Invest (PTI) Australia, focusing on Digital Tourism

Re-assessing Nonouti and Maiana Islands’ Potential as upcoming Fly-Fishing Destinations

From July 22nd to 29th, 2024, Cesar Uylangco from UPFP Wealth Pty Ltd and Gavin Platz from Tie 'n' Fly Outfitters along with an officer from the Tourism Authority of

TAK supports Kiritimati island’s Beautification Initiative

The Kiritimati Island TAK team took a huge role in being part of the organizing committee to promote the beautification, gardening, sanitation, and water hygiene competition on Kiritimati Island. The

TAK Releases 2024 First Quarter Tourism Review

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati has published its Quarter 1 Tourism Industry Review for 2024, revealing exciting growth in the sector. The report shows a 100% increase in international arrivals

Tourism Authority of Kiribati partners with Nauru Tourism on sustainable

The Minister of Tourism, Commerce, Industry and Cooperatives affirms a partnership for Sustainable Tourism Development with Nauru Tourism during its meeting at the Consulate General office of Republic of Nauru

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati support ‘Ara Tanobakoa’ Beach Clean-Up

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati has been participating in *Ara Tanobakoa” beach clean-up campaign initiated by the Ministry of Fisheries and Marine Resources Development (MFMRD). “Ara Tanobakoa” beach clean-up campaign

The ‘Mauri Way’ Tourism & Hospitality Customer Service Training Program

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) has completed delivering a four-day Tourism & Hospitality Mauri Way Customer Service Training Program to local tourism operators in North Tarawa. The training was

Kiribati Draws Closer to a New Destination Brand

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) is making significant progress towards unveiling a new destination brand for Kiribati. This development follows the successful Branding Validation Workshop held on June 20,

TAK attends the Pacific Tourism Organization’s Research Symposium

Two officers from the Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) participated in a significant Research Symposium, held in Nadi, Fiji at the Novotel Hotel and Tanoa Hotel from April 29th to

TAK’s Mauri Way Hospitality & Customer Service Training Program Rolls

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) has initially rolled out its new Hospitality & Customer Service training program, ‘Mauri Way’. This new tourism training program commenced on Tuesday, May 14th

Empowering Tourism in Kiribati: A Transition in Operational License Collection

The Consultation Team, comprised of representatives from the Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK), the Ministry of Internal Affairs, and the Ministry of Tourism, Commerce, Industry and Cooperatives ( MTCIC) commenced

Religious Visitors Emerging as a New Market Segment for Kiribati

During the last quarter of 2023, Kiribati experienced a significant change in its visitor patterns, particularly in the duration of stays. Religious visitors, in contrast to corporate and leisure groups,

Q4 Tourism Review 2023

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati has released its Quarter 4 2023 Tourism Industry Review. The reports focus on international arrivals, domestic tourism data, and other tourism-relevant data. It compares the

TAK participates in Coastal Fisheries Summit in Kiritimati 2024

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati participated in a 3-day Coastal Fisheries Summit from the 26th to the 28th of March, held at the KPF conference room in Kiritimati Island, with

Tourism Business Inventory Survey and Mauri Mark Assessment on Fanning

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) conducted the Tourism Business Inventory Survey (TBIS) and a Mauri Mark Assessment on Fanning Island from the 1st to the 4th of March 2024.

TAK Conducts Survey at National Trade and Quality Day show

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) conducted an exhibitor survey at the three-day National Trade and Quality Day show, hosted by the Ministry of Tourism, Commerce, and Industry Cooperatives (MTCIC)

Tourism Authority of Kiribati Acknowledges Valuable Contribution of International Volunteers.

As the world celebrate International Volunteers Day this week, the Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) extends its gratitude to the dedicated remote volunteers from the Australia Volunteers International (AVI) and

Tourism Statistics Training to Enhance Survey Design, Data Gathering and

The Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) through its Pacific Tourism Data Initiative (PTDI) hosted a tourism statistics training on statistics online software tools in Tarawa from 28 November to 01 December

Kiribati Tourism Registers Positive Growth in Q3, 2023

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) is pleased to announce a remarkable 30% increase in international visitor arrivals in Quarter 3, 2023 compared to the same period in 2019. This

Kiribati participates in China International Travel Mart 2023.

Kiribati The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) made its presence for the first time at one of the largest China’s International Travel Mart (CITM) held in Kunming, Yunan Province from

Kiribati Honours 80th Anniversary of the Battle of Tarawa.

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) collaborated with the U.S Embassy in Suva, Fiji to organize the commemoration of the 80th anniversary of the Battle of Tarawa in Betio, South

Butaritari Honours 80th Anniversary of Te Kaukinangananga, the Battle of

Butaritari Island in Kiribati commemorated the 80th anniversary of Te Kaukinangananga, the Battle of Butaritari (Makin), on Tuesday 21 November 2023 at Ukiangang. The event was attended by a visiting

TAK Supports 3rd PNA Leaders’ Summit

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati actively supported planning and preparatory work for the 3rd Party to the Nauru Agreement (PNA) Leaders' Summit, led by the Ministry of Fisheries and Resource

Community-Based Tourism Experience for Cruise Vessel National Geographic Resolution.

The village of Ukiangang in Butaritari was brimming with excitement on October 25, 2023, as it hosted the passengers and crew of the MV National Geographic Resolution, which arrived on

Kiribati participates in 2023 Pacific Sustainable Tourism Leadership Summit

Ministry of Tourism, Commerce, Industry & Cooperatives (MTCIC) Secretary, Mr. Ruui Tabutoa and Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) CEO, Petero Manufolau joined industry experts, scholars, partners, and friends in Papeete,

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