Kaongora Newsletter
The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) proudly represented Kiribati at the inaugural Youth Forum on Sustainable Tourism, held from 18-22 October 2025 in Neiafu, Vava’u Island, Kingdom of Tonga. Ms. Kiarake Karuaki, Tourism Officer for Product Development, joined youth delegates from across the Pacific to share insights and experiences in shaping a more sustainable and
The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) proudly announces that Mr. Garstang Bitauea has completed the Seminar on Integration of Culture and Technology for Belt and Road Countries, held in the People’s Republic of China from 15 to 28 October 2025. The two-week seminar brought together participants from ten countries, including Kiribati, to explore how digital
The Tourism Authority of Kiribati proudly congratulates Miss Kiribati 2025, Ms. Atiterentaai Rinimarawa, who was crowned as Miss Micronesia 2025 during the pageant held in Nauru on 9th October 2025. This historic achievement marks a significant milestone for Kiribati and the Micronesian community, as Ms. Rinimarawa becomes the first-ever Miss Micronesia, bringing honor and pride
For the first time since March 2023, the people of Tabuaeran were able to welcome cruise ship passengers to their home, as Holland America Line’s MS Zaandam arrived at Paelau on the morning of Wednesday 15 October 2025. Hundreds of passengers from around the world experienced a taste of Kiribati culture and lifestyle at Paelau
The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) has officially unveiled a new community-based tourism (CBT) experience on Butaritari Island, marking the first of its kind in the northern Gilbert Group and the third CBT initiative across Kiribati. The three-day familiarization tour, held from 11–14 September 2025, was coordinated by TAK’s Tourism Product Development Officer, Ms Kiarake
The Tourism Authority of Kiribati, in collaboration with the Pacific Tourism Organisation (SPTO), has successfully completed the International Visitor Survey (IVS) 2024. Kiribati was also one of ten Pacific Island countries participating in the Pacific Tourism Data Initiatives (PTDI) project, which was funded by the New Zealand Government. The Kiribati International Visitor Survey (IVS) 2024
The Officer in Charge, Tourism Authority of Kiribati participated in a 2 -day course on Governance Training – Effective Directors Program with the Governance Institute of Australia from 12-13th May 2025 held at the Crown Plaza, Nadi in Fiji. Ms. Reeti Onorio, the OIC, TAK was amongst the Pacific Tourism Organization (SPTO) Board of Directors
The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) is pleased to announce the successful completion of its annual Tourism Business Inventory Survey (TBIS) and Outer Island Perception Survey (OIPS) in Nikunau. This marks the first time TAK has conducted the OIPS on the island. The survey was carried out by TAK’s Research and Statistics Division team. The
The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) has successfully completed a comprehensive four-day training program focused on Tourism Restart and Tourism & Hospitality Series Program enhancement. This initiative was tailored for existing and registered tourism operators and community representatives on Nikunau Island. The training was held from May 12th to 17th, 2025, at the Nikunau Island