Tuesday, May 21, 2024 Fiji’s Tourism Super Week, held from April 30th to May 3rd, brought together industry leaders, local businesses, and international experts to discuss and promote sustainable tourism. Hosted by Tourism Fiji, the event featured a series of workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities designed to provide participants with new insights and knowledge in the tourism industry. The week began with a focus on sustainability and adventure travel.
Alitia Bainivalu, Assistant Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation (MTCA), delivered the keynote address. Dr. Kelly Bricker, Vice-Chair of the Global Sustainable Tourism Council (GSTC), Professor and Director at Arizona State University, attended as a guest speaker and presented “Fostering Sustainable Tourism: The Intersection of Ecotourism, Adventure Tourism, and Community Empowerment in the Pacific Region.
” Dr. Bricker also contributed her expertise to the panel discussion “Sustainable Practices in Adventure Tourism: Lessons from Global and Local Leaders” and moderated the session “Exploring Sustainable Tourism in Fiji and the South Pacific: Opportunities, Challenges, and Pathways for Growth.” She also led one of the four workshops, “Strategic Partnerships for Sustainable Tourism Success: Working with Communities and Stakeholders.
” “Fiji is an amazing country – culture and the natural environment are treasures to behold. It was a spectacular week of knowledge sharing – it is clear .
