The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) is pleased to announce the successful completion of its annual Tourism Business Inventory Survey (TBIS) on South Tabiteuea (Tab-South), conducted by the Research and Statistics Division on 3 November 2025.
The TBIS supports TAK’s ongoing efforts to maintain an accurate and up-to-date Kiribati Accommodation Database by collecting key information such as business contact details, staffing levels, services offered, and available facilities.
Findings from the latest survey indicate that tourism in South Tabiteuea has improved this quarter. While the number of accommodation providers remains unchanged—Hospitium Guesthouse and the Tab-South Island Council Guesthouse continue to be the only two accommodation options—both establishments have upgraded their facilities and increased staffing.
Notably, the total number of rooms has doubled from five (5) to ten (10), representing a 100% increase in room availability. The total number of beds has increased by 40%, while the number of accommodation units has risen by 106%. These gains reflect meaningful investment in the island’s visitor infrastructure and improved readiness to host more travellers.
The TBIS also recorded a significant increase in employment at the Tab-South Island Council Guesthouse, where staff numbers rose from 3 to 12. Of the 12 staff members, 9 are female and 3 are male, highlighting strong female participation in tourism employment. This growth suggests that more local residents are gaining opportunities and benefiting directly from tourism-related activities.
Overall, the results show encouraging progress for the South Tabiteuea tourism sector. Improvements in facilities and staffing demonstrate a clear commitment to strengthening service quality and preparing the island to meet future visitor demand.