UK & Europe Event opens for registration
A major event “Bula Get Together” for the UK and Europe is now open for registration. The Europe event will take place from 23-24 September in Frankfurt and Hamburg, followed by the UK event in London and Leeds from 29-30 September. To register or for more information email: rdawai@fijifvb.gov.fj or jseruvatu@fijifvb.gov.fj
WTM open for registration
The World Travel Mart (WTM) 2008 will be held in London, UK from 10-12 November. Registration is now open. For more information contact Ms. Kelly Eastgate at the FVB on email: keastgate@fijifvb.gov.fj
ANZ Fiji Tourism Forum – Register Now!
The ANZ sponsored Fiji Tourism Forum is scheduled to be held at the Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa on 22nd August 2008. This years theme is “Tourism – Managing change together” and will be chaired by Mr. Tony Whitton. Members of the Interim Government and the private sector will be participating in this event. Register now by calling Ms. Ragigia Dawai at the FVB on telephone 6722433 or email: rdawai@fijifvb.gov.fj. Registration closes on 15th August 2008.
New pool complex for Treasure
Treasure Island Resort recently opened its new pool complex comprising 3 pool areas with the main feature being a horizon pool. The new pool complex complements current facilities and beach setting. For more information contact Group General Manager, Mr. Graeme Back on email: treasureisland@connect.com.fj
Transportation to Savusavu
Domestic airlines, Air Fiji and Pacific Sun will operate daily services into Labasa for all Savusavu bound passengers during the temporary closure of the Savusavu Airport. Ground transfers can be liaised directly with the Resorts or alternative arrangements will be available at Labasa Airport. For more information on flight schedules and current ticket holders please email the respective airlines directly on email: savusavu@airfiji.com.fj for all enquiries with Air Fiji, or reservations@airpacific.com.fj for all enquiries with Pacific Sun or contact the Savusavu Tourism Association on email lomalagi@connect.com.fj
Taveuni Temptation Package
Taveuni Island Resort & Spa is offering a stay 7, pay 5 package for the period 1st April 2008 to 31st March 2009. Ideal for honeymooners seeking the ultimate hideaway, the package is available for a stay in any one of the 12 dreamy ocean view bures or the two bedroom luxury vila with its own private plunge pool, staff and chef. For more details on the package email the Resort on resort@taveuniislandresort.com or visit www.taveuniislandresort.com
New boutique resort to open near Nadi
The Fiji Orchid located 18 kilometers north of Nadi International Airport and right next door to Saweni Beach will soon be opening its doors to cater for the discreet market at 8.00am on the 8th of August 2008. The Fiji Orchid will provide the ultimate comfort and personalised service required by people who feel the need for a pause rather than rush through their holiday in Fiji. For more information email info@fijiorchid.com or visit www.fijiorchid.com
Helicopter company offers new service, prices and incentives
Island Hoppers will be implementing a fuel surcharge on all new bookings effective 1st July 2008 due to the recent increase in fuel prices. The helicopter company operates from sunrise to sunset and offers package tours in addition to chartered transfers. For more information email: islandhoppers@connect.com.fj or visit www.helicopters.com.fj
Rugby 10s comes to Fiji
From October 18th to 25th 2008, the rugby tens tournament will kick off in Nadi with a total of 40 international teams expected to participate. The tournament organised by Horton Ella Group and sponsored by Air Pacific and supported by the Fiji Visitors Bureau and the Fiji Rugby Union will see a grand prize money of F$25,000.00 up for grabs. For more information email: rob@hortonella.com or mark@hortonella.com or visit www.fijitens.com
World yacht rally event includes Fiji
The Blue Water Rallies organised tournament with thirty yachts visited Fiji for the eight time earlier this month spending 10 days in Savusavu before sailing to Musket Cove for a two-week stay. The round-the-world cruising rally chose Fiji due to its popularity, ideal geographical positioning, great facilities and guest satisfaction. For more information email: pandarally@aol.com or visit www.bluewaterrallies.com
Spa opening and relocation
Senikai Spas recently opened a spa at Matamanoa Island Resort offering spa services and pampering by locally-trained nationals to house guests. Due to the demand of spa treatment and massages by visitors, the “Isa Lei Express” at Nadi International Airport was relocated to the upper level of the departure lounge. For more information email: sales@senikaispas.com.fj
Explore Fiji launches 2nd edition in China
The 2nd Chinese edition of Explore Fiji will be launched in China on July 25th, 2008. 10,000 copies will be distributed to major outbound tour operators and the Fiji Embassy in China during the XXIX Olympic Games in Beijing. Published by Suva based Chew Publishing Co. Ltd, the colourful 28 page, A5 size publication features articles on Fiji as a desirable holiday destination. For more information email: explorefiji@yahoo.com
Joint radio campaign in China
Fiji recently joined Australia in launching a radio campaign targeting the wedding and honeymoon market, earlier this month through CEITS in a follow up to the press event in Beijing that saw the launch of Fiji’s Chinese website www.fijime.cn. For more information email: svada@fijifvb.gov.fj
New appointment at Outrigger on the Lagoon Fiji
Leon Pink has been appointed as the Director of Rooms Division for Outrigger on the Lagoon.Fiji. Mr. Pink has held senior positions at some of Australia’s leading 5 star hotels and resorts, including Hayman Island ad Brisbane’s Hilton Hotel. Prior to joining Outrigger on the Lagoon Fiji, Mr. Pink was employed by Stella Hospitality Group as Sunshine Coast Area Manager. For more information email: darren.shaw@outriggerfiji.com or corina@markpr.com.au
Charity Golf Challenge
The National Golf Association of Fiji and Friends of Hilton hosted a golf charity challenge at the Denarau Golf & Racquet Club on the 26th July 2008. Over 130 golfers from Australia, New Zealand, Canada, United States and Fiji’s corporate world participated. The event saw a few sports personalities participating in the likes of Australia’s Glen & Gary Ella, Gary Dawson and Matthew Laverty. For more information contact Mr Semi Leweniqila on telephone +679 3100180 or Mr. Mosese Waqavonovono on +679 3310738 or email: ngaf@connect.com.fj
Fiji Swims set from July 24-26, 2008
The 3rd annual 18km Fiji swim relay from Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa to Beachcomber Island took place from July 24-26, 2008 with 11 teams participating and three swimmers taking on the course solo including two from Fiji. Seven world Olympians from three different countries also participated in the event – Fiji’s own Sharon Pickering Smith and Carl Probert, USA’s Allison Wagner and Dan Vollmer, and Australia’s Murray Rose, Shane Gould and Neil Rogers. For more information email: Camille@bathtubproductions.com or visit www.fijiswims.com
Tanoa Hotels appoints new Chief Executive
Gordon Wilson has been appointed to the role of Chief Executive of the Tanoa Hotels Group, a wholly-owned subsidiary of the Reddy Group. Mr. Wilson is a vastly experienced industry professional who has spent many years in the industry in Europe, Africa and most recently in New Zealand where he headed up the Millennium Hotels – New Zealand’s largest hotel company. For more information email: tanoa@tanoahotels.com.fj or visit www.tanoahotels.com