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

October 1, 2024 11:23 pm

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 satisfaction levels of international visitors, contributing to a better understanding of the Kiribati tourism industry. Key highlights from the report reveal that most visitors to

Kiribati Celebrates World Tourism Day 2024 to Promote Tourism & Peace in the World

October 1, 2024 11:20 pm

Celebrated annually on September 27, Kiribati had the pleasure to celebrate the World Tourism Day as an important moment to reflect on the impacts of tourism in Kiribati – creating jobs, contributing to economic growth, connecting communities, and reducing poverty. Additionally, tourism encourages cultural exchange, cultural understanding, and social and environmental sustainability, which can help

SPTO Releases Findings of the Kiribati Community Attitude Survey 2024

October 1, 2024 7:58 am

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 impacts. The annual survey, conducted from July to August 2024, aimed to understand how communities in Kiribati experience tourism and their views on better preparing

TAK Officer Participates in Tourism Resources & Utilization Training Workshop in Hainan, China

October 1, 2024 7:49 am

Ms Monika Rikita of the Tourism Authority of Kiribati participated in a thirteen-day training focused on Tourism Resources and Utilization for Pacific Island Countries, which was hosted by the International Cooperation and Exchange Center of the Department of Commerce, Hainan Province, China, from the 27th of August to the 9th of September 2024. The overall

The Climate Friendly Travel Programme to Support Sustainable Tourism in Kiribati

October 1, 2024 7:45 am

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati (TAK) launched the Climate Friendly Travel program on September 27, 2024, which aligns perfectly with the World Tourism Day theme of “Tourism and Peace.” This initiative is a significant step towards promoting sustainable and responsible tourism in Kiribati. The Climate Friendly Travel program by SUNx Malta focuses on promoting sustainable

TAK attends the Tropical Coastal Tourism Event in Sanya, China

October 1, 2024 7:07 am

The Acting CEO, of the Tourism Authority of Kiribati attended the Tropical Coastal Tourism Event in Sanya, China on 4-6th September 2024 as a guest speaker to the panel discussions on Indigenous Tourism panel discussions. The event was organized by the Sanya Tourism Board and supported by the Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA). The event’s

TAK welcomes Miss Kiribati 2024 as a new ambassador for promoting Kiribati tourism

September 4, 2024 9:35 pm

The Tourism Authority of Kiribati proudly welcomed Miss Kiribati 2024, Ms. Kimberly Tokanang Aromata as the new ambassador for tourism in Kiribati. In her new role, Miss Kiribati will promote the unique beauty and cultural heritage of the islands, helping to raise Kiribati’s profile as a must-visit destination. To kick off her ambassadorship, Miss Kiribati

Kiribati participated in the Te Ūnga Mai Professional Development Training in Rotorua New Zealand

September 4, 2024 9:35 pm

Among the tourism professionals from the Pacific islands who participated at the Te Ūnga Mai Professional Development Training, Kiribati was represented by Ms Kiarake Karuaki – the Product Development and Investment Promotions officer from the Tourism Authority of Kiribati. The four-day training held in Rotorua from 30 July to 2 August 2024 is designed to

KNSL’s new Fast Ferry provides a new alternative to improve Travel & Tourism in the Gilbert Islands of Kiribati

September 4, 2024 5:51 am

The Kiribati National Shipping Ltd (KNSL) and the people of Kiribati are delighted with the arrival of MV Tobwaiko, a new fast ferry. The ferry is 15 metres long and 5 metres wide and can carry 50 passengers at a time. The speed of the ferry is supported by its twin jet engines that will

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