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TAK Presents Sustainable Tourism Initiatives at Blue Economies Workshop.

The Acting CEO of the Tourism Authority of Kiribati Ms. Reeti Onorio had the opportunity to present on Sustainable Tourism as part of the International Workshop on Sustainable Blue Economies in Pacific Islands and Territories. The Workshop was held at a Convention Hall of the Hyatt Regency Guam from 20 – 21 March 2024 and was followed by a field visit on 22 March 2024 which was attended by participants representing various sectors from the Southern and Northern Pacific region as well as Forum Secretariat’s CROP agencies. The sustainable blue economies encompass a wide range of sectors including not only fisheries, aquaculture, and marine conservation, but also marine pollution control, renewable energy, sustainable tourism, blue financing, leadership, and human resource development. The invited participants had the opportunity to share updates from their respective sectors on these themes and their latest progress and assessment concerning sustainable blue economies in the Pacific. TAK had the privilege of sharing Kiribati’s actions on its recently launched Sustainable Tourism policy and Action Plan providing examples of sustainable tourism activities in line with marine ecosystem conservation such as flyfishing in Kiritimati Christmas Island and Community Based Tourism in line with Marine Protected Areas in the Kiribati outer islands. The Workshop was hosted by the Centre for Island Sustainability, University of Guam (CIS-UoG) and co-organized by the

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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,

Kiribati National Tourism Office plans for Sustainable Tourism Growth

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) office in Tarawa conducted a 2-day validation workshop of their draft 2023-2026 Strategic Plan at Tabon te Keekee Eco Lodge Abatao, North Tarawa from

Kiribati Records 21% Increase in International Visitors in Quarter 2,

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) is pleased to announce that Kiribati recorded a 21% increase in international visitors in Quarter 2, 2023 compared to the same period in 2019.

Abaiang Island resorts receive Mauri Mark rating.

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) is pleased to announce that Terau Beach Resort and Ocean Breeze Guesthouse on Abaiang Island have received the Mauri Mark rating. The Mauri Mark

Online Visitor Satisfaction Survey to help address Kiribati Hospitality Service

In an effort to improve Kiribati visitor experiences, the Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) has placed Visitor Satisfaction Survey (VSS) information cards at local hotels to invite travelers to share

Tourism Business Inventory and Outer Island Perception Surveys in Abaiang

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati conducted two Tourism Surveys which are the Tourism Business Inventory Survey (TBIS) and the Outer Island Perception Survey (OIPs) on Abaiang from 12 – 17

Tourism Authority of Kiribati Officially Welcomes Reigning Miss Kiribati as

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) officially welcomed the reigning Miss Kiribati, Miss Moarube Teibaa as a Destination Ambassador. In this new role, Miss Kiribati will collaborate with TAK on

Tourism Authority of Kiribati Celebrates World Tourism Day 2023 with

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) today celebrated World Tourism Day 2023 by confirming three environmentally sustainable commitments that the organization will adopt. The commitments, which focus on solid waste

TAK attends ‘Nei Tengarengare’ Summit on Butaritari Island

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK), following contributions to the Kiribati Coastal Fisheries Summit in May 2023, joined the Ministry of Fisheries & Marine Resource Development (MFMRD) at the Nei

Butaritari Hosts Community-Based Tourism Product Trial Tour.

After more than a decade of commitment to marine conservation, the three Butaritari Marine Protected Area (MPA) communities of Bikaati Islet, Kuuma, and Tanimaiaki, celebrated their inaugural community-based tourism product

Kiribati Tourism Students gives back to Community

A group of dedicated I-Kiribati students, affiliated with the Aibwea organization at BYU Hawaii recently completed a series of tourism awareness initiatives on Kiritimati Island from August 09 to 23,

Bridging the Digital Divide: Kiribati Digital Marketing Training Workshop

Kiribati Tourism operators, government agencies, and stakeholders in Tarawa and nearby outer islands have committed to digital transformation by participating in the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO) Pacific Digital Champions training

TAK Welcomes New Kiritimati Island Direct Domestic Connection

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) applauds Air Kiribati and Nauru Airlines on their partnership initiative that will enhance travel connectivity within Kiribati. This collaboration will see the introduction of

Renowned U.S Pro-Surfer Acknowledges Kiritimati Island’s Surfing Potential

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) successfully completed a collaboration with the U.S. Department of State's East West Center's Outbound Exchange program, through which it received valuable assistance from Mr.

TAK contributes to Kiribati Digital Strategy Consultation

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) recently participated in the Consultation Workshop on the development of the Kiribati Digital Strategy. Organized by the Digital Transformation Office (DTO) of the Ministry

TAK releases Kiribati Q1 2023 Tourism Industry Review

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) is pleased to present the Kiribati Quarter 1 (Q1), 2023 Tourism Industry Review. This report aims to provide a comprehensive analysis of the tourism

Tarawa Accommodations Awarded 2023 Mauri Mark Rating

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) is pleased to announce that most North & South Tarawa Accommodation providers have been awarded Mauri Mark rating following assessments conducted in April and

Tourism Authority of Kiribati participates in SPTO regional consultations.

The CEO of the Tourism Authority of Kiribati, and Chairman of the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), Petero Manufolau participated in the SPTO Regional Consultations on the Research Cooperation Framework, Climate

TAK conducts Sustainable Tourism Policy Consultation

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) in partnership with the Pacific Private Sector Development Initiative (PSDI) funded by the Asian Development Bank (ADB) has just concluded a one-week local stakeholder