Fiji Tourism Exchange 2026 Opens, Gathering Over 500 Industry Partners
The Fiji Tourism Exchange (FTE) 2026, Fiji's largest tourism industry event, opened with over 500 partners from around the world gathering to foster business and sustainable growth.
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The Fiji Tourism Exchange (FTE) 2026 officially opened on March 27th and 28th at the Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort. As Fiji's largest annual tourism travel industry event, more than 500 industry partners from around the world gathered for two days of business, networking, and meeting opportunities.
Hosted by Tourism Fiji, this exchange is a crucial foundation for building international partnerships, driving commercial outcomes, and showcasing the depth and diversity of Fiji's tourism industry.
This year's event saw participation from 122 international travel industry partners and media from 16 countries, while 82 exhibiting companies gathered from Fiji. With over 3,300 pre-scheduled appointments set, FTE 2026 serves as a dynamic platform enabling meaningful and active engagement between local operators and global travel industry partners.
At the opening, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation Viliame Gavoka highlighted the broader role of tourism in shaping Fiji's future. 'Tourism in Fiji is not just about visitor numbers. It's about people, communities, and shared opportunities. By bringing together travel industry buyers and sellers, and media from around the world to experience the diversity and authentic appeal of our tourism products, FTE continues to demonstrate the strength of our industry. As we pursue sustainable and inclusive growth, we remain focused on supporting local communities, expanding transport access, and ensuring the benefits of tourism are felt across Fiji. Through initiatives that support regional development and small and medium-sized enterprises, we are building a robust tourism sector that creates lasting value for our people while providing visitors with meaningful experiences.'
Dr. Paresh Pant, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Tourism Fiji, emphasized the importance of FTE as a key sales platform for the industry. 'Today, as Fiji's tourism industry readjusts from the post-COVID recovery period...
Hosted by Tourism Fiji, this exchange is a crucial foundation for building international partnerships, driving commercial outcomes, and showcasing the depth and diversity of Fiji's tourism industry.
This year's event saw participation from 122 international travel industry partners and media from 16 countries, while 82 exhibiting companies gathered from Fiji. With over 3,300 pre-scheduled appointments set, FTE 2026 serves as a dynamic platform enabling meaningful and active engagement between local operators and global travel industry partners.
At the opening, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation Viliame Gavoka highlighted the broader role of tourism in shaping Fiji's future. 'Tourism in Fiji is not just about visitor numbers. It's about people, communities, and shared opportunities. By bringing together travel industry buyers and sellers, and media from around the world to experience the diversity and authentic appeal of our tourism products, FTE continues to demonstrate the strength of our industry. As we pursue sustainable and inclusive growth, we remain focused on supporting local communities, expanding transport access, and ensuring the benefits of tourism are felt across Fiji. Through initiatives that support regional development and small and medium-sized enterprises, we are building a robust tourism sector that creates lasting value for our people while providing visitors with meaningful experiences.'
Dr. Paresh Pant, Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Tourism Fiji, emphasized the importance of FTE as a key sales platform for the industry. 'Today, as Fiji's tourism industry readjusts from the post-COVID recovery period...