Warm Christmas Greetings from the Tourism Authority of Kiribati.
December 24, 2024
3:12 am
Honoring History: Commemorating the 81st Anniversary of Battle of Tarawa, 2024
December 5, 2024
11:33 pm
The early morning of the 22nd of November 2024, marked the commemoration of the 81st Anniversary of the Battle of Tarawa to pay tribute to the courage and sacrifices of those who fought and lost their lives in one of World War II’s most significant battles. The commemoration event was held at the US Marines
Embracing Kiribati Tradition: Teriaki Canoe Paddling Tournament 2024
December 5, 2024
11:25 pm
The 2nd Teriaki (Te Riaki) Canoe Paddling Competition, held at the scenic beachside of Mary Café Restaurant at Takoronga, Betio on November 23, 2024, was a thrilling showcase of Kiribati’s rich maritime heritage and community spirit. Participants from various government ministries, companies, and diplomatic partners came together, to participate and compete in cultural canoe paddling
The Tourism Authority of Kiribati Welcomes their newly appointed Minister
December 5, 2024
11:22 pm
The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) proudly welcomes the newly appointed Minister of the Ministry of Tourism, Commerce, Industry & Cooperatives (MTCIC), HN Minister Mrs. Tangariki Reete to her new esteemed role. This marks an exciting chapter for the Ministry and TAK as they continue their collaborative efforts to promote Kiribati as a tourism destination
Empowering Tourism: Unveiling Kiribati’s Business Confidence Insights
December 5, 2024
5:07 am
The Tourism Authority of Kiribati, in collaboration with the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), has released its first-ever Kiribati Business Confidence Index (BCI) Report. The report is based on a month-long survey conducted from October 1st to October 31st, capturing the views of local businesses on the impact and benefits of tourism in Kiribati. This comprehensive
TAK Welcomes Three University of the South Pacific Students for Internship
December 5, 2024
4:41 am
The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) is delighted to welcome three I-Kiribati second-year students from the University of the South Pacific (USP) who are currently undertaking their internship as part of their TS216: Integrated Industry Learning for Tourism and Hospitality course. The students have completed half of their coursework and are now gaining valuable hands-on
A Day in Paradise: MS ‘The World’ Embraces Kiritimati
December 5, 2024
4:35 am
Kiritimati, Kiribati – Friday, November 29th, 2024, marked a special day for the people of Kiritimati Island as they welcomed MS The World, a luxurious residential cruise ship, to their shores. With 92 residents and 290 crew members onboard, the island was a buzz with excitement and activity. The day was a resounding success, thanks
German Hapag Lloyd Cruise Ship ‘MV Hanseatic Inspiration’ set to Visit Bikati Islet, Butaritari on the 2nd of May 2025
November 8, 2024
12:32 am
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
Kiribati Tourism Industry Review 2023
November 7, 2024
11:02 pm
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 of 5118 cruise passengers were welcomed in Kiribati for the first time after the COVID-19 lockdown. The first part of the report highlights important events
