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Swap roses for corals this Valentine’s day

January 30, 2024615 Views

A gift for loved ones & the planet: Tourism Fiji and the Coral Gardeners introduce the Coral Bouquet It is the season of love, and how better to express your feelings to your loved one than by giving a bouquet of red roses, a box of assorted chocolates, a romantic dinner date, or a long drive. At Tourism Fiji it’s time to twist this age-old tradition and talk sustainable. This year, Fiji, the South Pacific archipelago and top honeymoon destination is offering lovebirds a sustainable alternative in the form of a Coral Bouquet planting for Valentine’s Day. Home to the third-largest barrier reef in the world (The Great Sea Reef, known as Cakaulevu), Fiji is surrounded by beautiful but also fragile corals at threat from warming oceans. 100% of the proceeds from this alternative ...

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Endangered bats’ ruling roost discovered in Fiji

AWARA MUSAFIR BUREAU

September 2, 2023609 Views

A cave containing thousands of endangered Pacific Sheath-tailed bats has been discovered on Vanua Balavu, an island on the remote Lau archipelago in Fiji. It was previously thought the Pacific Sheath-tailed bat population numbered in the hundreds, but the joint expedition involving the University of Adelaide, the Australian Museum Research Institute, and Conservation International found an estimated 2,000–3,000 bats. University of Adelaide PhD candidate, Siteri Tikoca, said the Vanua Balavu discovery has important implications for conservation of the Pacific Sheath-tailed bats species. "Discoveries this striking for an endangered species are rare and present a more accurate foundation for conservation planning,” said Ms Tikoca. “They provide researchers with valuable infor...

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Amid rising seas, island nations push for legal protections

AWARA MUSAFIR BUREAU

October 1, 2022468 Views

When and if an island nation fully submerges due to rising seas, what happens to the nationalities of its citizens? This and other related questions are being considered by island nations advocating for changes to international law as climate change threatens their existence. “Climate change induced sea level rise is a defining issue for many Pacific Island states and like most climate change issues, Pacific Island states have been at the forefront of challenging international law to develop in a way which is equitable and just,” said Fleur Ramsay, head of litigation and climate lead of the Pasifika Program at the Australia-based Environmental Defenders Office. Eseta Vusamu sits near the water Thursday, Sept. 29, 2022, in the village of Faleasiu on the island of Upolu in Samoa. (...

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Fiji, moving villages inundated by rising seas, wants big emitters to pay

AWARA MUSAFIR BUREAU

August 3, 2022894 Views

Boats moor next to living rooms on Fiji's Serua Island, where water breaches the seawall at high tide, flooding into the village. Planks of wood stretch between some homes, forming a makeshift walkway as saltwater inundates gardens. Village elders always believed they would die here on prized land where their chiefs are buried. But as the community runs out of ways to adapt to the rising Pacific Ocean, the 80 villagers face the painful decision whether to move. Local resident Rapuma Tuqio, 67, looks out at seawater flooding around his home at high tide in Veivatuloa Village, Fiji, July 16, 2022. He has lived in the village for around 20 years, including 12 or 13 years in that seaside home. REUTERS/Loren Elliott Semisi Madanawa, raising three children who wade through playgroun...

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Outrigger joins World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage

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May 19, 2022511 Views

Premier beach resort brand Outrigger Hospitality Group has joined the World Tourism Association for Culture and Heritage (WTACH.org) as part of its larger ESG (environment, social, governance) initiative. “WTACH’s ambition to respect and conserve local culture is fully aligned with ‘The Outrigger Way’ – our corporate foundation of caring for host, guest and place,” said Monica Salter, vice president of corporate communications and social responsibility. “We’re grateful to be part of a network of like-minded organizations to protect and preserve cultural uniqueness through respectful engagement with local communities and custodians,” she said. The Outrigger Way values system originated from Hawai‘i’s culture of hospitality. It embraces local traditions and cultures in all of t...

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Pre-arrival negative COVID test now not needed for entry into Fiji

UPENDRA SWAMI

May 2, 2022497 Views

Fiji has made two very significant changes in entry requirements for travellers. Fully vaccinated travellers to Fiji will no longer be required to produce a pre-arrival negative Covid-19 test to enter Fiji. This move reduces costs and lends greater convenience to those travelling to Fiji. These changes have been made effective from Sunday, 1 May 2022. Besides, the vaccination requirement for entry into Fiji has also been widened. All travellers 16 years and above must now display proof of full COVID-19 vaccination prior to entering the country. A 14-day waiting period prior to travel following full vaccination applies. Fiji COVID-19 recognised vaccines include AstraZeneca, Pfizer, Moderna, Johnson and Johnson (Janssen), Nuvaxovid (Novavax), Coronavac (Sinovac), Covishield, BBIBP-CorV (...

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Outrigger is going green

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April 20, 20221027 Views

First hospitality company to pursue Green Seal Certification in Mauritius, Fiji and HawaiiThe premier beach resort brand moves forward with leading sustainability certification process Outrigger Hospitality Group is moving forward with the Green Seal certification process at its beach resorts in Mauritius and Fiji and at seven of its owned and/or managed properties in Hawaii. With Mauritius and Fiji, Outrigger is the first hospitality brand to pursue the certification outside of the United States. It is currently the only hotel company in Hawaii committed to Green Seal certification. Outrigger anticipates the properties being Green Seal certified before the end of 2022. The 100% Green Seal designation will further solidify Outrigger’s allegiance to meeting the highest stan...

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Indians can now travel quarantine-free to Fiji

UPENDRA SWAMI

March 5, 20221350 Views

After nearly 2 years of border closures in Fiji, the wait is over! India has been included as part of Fiji’s ‘Travel Partner Country’ list by Ministry of Commerce, Trade, Tourism & Transport - Fiji, effective 2nd March 2022. From 1 December 2021, Fiji is open to fully vaccinated travellers from Travel Partner Countries without a pre-approval. This list is constantly being updated. Thus, Indian Tourists can now travel to Fiji to enjoy a “quarantine free” holiday in this picturesque paradise known for its incredible scenery and warm, welcoming people. With multiple transit countries open for Indian travellers, getting to Fiji is easier than you think! Currently the quickest routes to Paradise are through the transit hubs of Singapore and Australia. Travel Requirements ...

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New Outrigger DISCOVERY offers enhanced perks and local cultural experiences

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December 14, 2021989 Views

Offers greater flexibility on how guests earn and spend rewards – at home or away – with the redesign of GHA DISCOVERY Outrigger Hotels and Resorts, and Global Hotel Alliance’s (GHA) network of 35 distinct brands, have announced the launch of a redesigned GHA DISCOVERY programme, with rewards and benefits newly created to increase traveller satisfaction. The changes include the introduction of a new digital rewards currency for use in future stays, tier progression which is easier to achieve, and a “Live Local” initiative which facilitates short bursts of enjoyment without a hotel stay in the member’s hometown. These can be experiences such as access to gym or pool, beach services, or special deals on dining and wellness. Outrigger Hotels and Resorts joined GHA in 2016. Today...

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Fiji reopens to foreign tourists for first time in nearly two years

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December 2, 2021682 Views

Fiji reopened its border to international travellers for the first time in nearly two years on Wednesday, as the Pacific Island country seeks to revive its dominant tourism industry. Fiji shut its border to all foreign nationals in March 2020 to curb the spread of COVID-19 in a desperate bid to stop its limited medical facilities being overrun. Performers greet travellers in the terminal upon arrival at Nadi Airport, Fiji in this still frame obtained from handout video dated December 1, 2021. FIJI AIRWAYS /Handout via REUTERS With about 90% of all Fijian adults now fully vaccinated, the Pacific Island reopened its border to tourists from a small number of countries - much to the relief of tourism operators. "To see the Fiji Airways plane full up and for us to welcome those tou...