Tag: South Pacific
Tsunami Warning for South Pacific Island Chain after 7.4 earthquake
Juergen T Steinmetz- June 15, 2019 23:30A tsunami threat has been issued for Kermadec Islands. Kermadec Islands, volcanic island group in the South Pacific Ocean, 600 mi (1,000 km) northeast of Auckland, New Zealand; they are ... Read More
Carnival Corporation: Panama Canal sailings
Dmytro Makarov- June 12, 2019 19:00Carnival Corporation brands have 26 ships and over 70 voyages scheduled to sail tourists to the Panama Canal. Six of Carnival Corporation's global cruise line brands will sail partially or ... Read More
Fiji and Dominican Republic: Healthy American Tourists die in resort hotels
Juergen T Steinmetz- June 6, 2019 01:26Add Fiji to the list of now two countries where four healthy American visitors died within a week on mysterious and unexplained circumstances. Are the deaths of American Tourists in ... Read More
Air New Zealand to add Boeing 787 Dreamliners
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 27, 2019 00:18Boeing and Star Alliance member Air New Zealand today announced the airline plans to add the largest 787 Dreamliner model to its world-class fleet with a commitment to buy eight ... Read More
FestPac 2020: Arts and Culture never shown in Hawaii with Guam taking a key role
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 21, 2019 07:56Many tourists visiting Hawaii from June 10-21 do not know, that the biggest arts and the cultureal festival is hosted in the U.S. State bringing all nations of the Pacific ... Read More
Tourism Solomons CEO invited to join PATA Board
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 19, 2019 07:28Strong recognition for the Solomon Islands on the international tourism stage and huge kudos for Tourism Solomons with CEO, Josefa ‘Jo’ Tuamoto invited to join the Pacific Asia Travel Association ... Read More
Sinalei Reef Resort & Spa supports ambitious tree planting goal for Samoa
Chief Assignment Editor- May 16, 2019 18:40As part of Sinalei Reef Resort & Spa’s ever-evolving efforts to ensure a healthier and greener earth, the team is proud to announce their involvement in the Young Pacific Leaders’ ... Read More
Princess Cruises And Fincantieri Sign Contracts For Two Next-Generation Cruise Ships
Juergen T Steinmetz- March 27, 2019 19:30Princess Cruises and Fincantieri announced today the signing of the final contracts for the construction of two next-generation 175,000-ton cruise ships, which will be the largest ships ever built so far ... Read More
Double Deadly Terror Attack in New Zealand: “There is blood everywhere”
Juergen T Steinmetz- March 15, 2019 03:08"I'm still in shock at the news coming from Christchurch today. To any Muslims, both in New Zealand and around the world I am sorry. This sick psychopath does not ... Read More
The 11 Best Beach Destinations for Summer 2019
editor- March 14, 2019 03:48It may not feel like it outside, but the summer of 2019 is just around the corner. And there’s no better time than now to plan your summer beach escape. ... Read More
Air Vanuatu is counting on Airbus for fleet expansion
Juergen T Steinmetz- February 26, 2019 10:10Air Vanuatu, the national flag carrier of the Pacific island nation of Vanuatu, has signed a firm order with Airbus for four A220s (two A220-100s and two A220-300s). Air Vanuatu’s ... Read More
Holland America: O, The Oprah Magazine cruise raised $6M for cancer support
Chief Assignment Editor- February 5, 2019 01:05In recognition of World Cancer Day today, Holland America Line announced that during the recent O, The Oprah Magazine "Girls' Getaway" cruise aboard Nieuw Statendam Jan. 30 to Feb. 2, ... Read More
Tourism Solomons announces date for 2019 ‘Me Save Solo’ tourism exchange
Chief Assignment Editor- February 4, 2019 18:10Tourism Solomons has confirmed the second annual ‘Me Save Solo’ tourism exchange will take place in Honiara on 05 July 2019. Announcing the news, Tourism Solomons CEO, Josefa ‘Jo’ Tuamoto ... Read More
Solomon Islands aims to attract 60,000 visitors annually by 2025
Chief Assignment Editor- January 25, 2019 02:15The Solomon Islands government is looking to the tourism sector to attract 60,000 visitors annually by 2025, in the process netting the country’s economy SBD1 billion. Addressing delegates attending the ... Read More
South Pacific Sustainable Tourism Network committed to safeguarding the region
editor- December 19, 2018 22:17The South Pacific Sustainable Tourism Network is bringing together like-minded stakeholders from across the region, including individuals, businesses, government agencies, and experts. Read More
Perth Region Tourism Organization announces new chair
editor- December 18, 2018 02:57Perth Region Tourism Organization Inc. (PRTO) today elected Meade to replace outgoing Chair Longley Read More
Sacred places: Many spiritual sites can be visited via cruise ship
Chief Assignment Editor- December 14, 2018 09:50There are 100+ cruise itineraries that provide access to sacred places – worldwide sites of healing, guidance, and divine inspiration. The significance of these hallowed sites cannot be expressed in ... Read More
Giant expansion of United Airlines International Routes
Dmytro Makarov- December 12, 2018 10:52United Airlines today announced its largest ever international network expansion from its hub at San Francisco International Airport. The airline will offer Bay Area customers nonstop year-round service to Read More
Thousands attend MBC Music K-Pop Concert on Guam
editor- December 3, 2018 13:51Largest K-Pop concert to ever be held in the region. Read More
United Airlines adds South Pacific’s tropical paradise to its list of new routes
Chief Assignment Editor- December 13, 2017 15:53Tahiti becomes the 13th international route announced by United Airlines in 2017 Read More
Guam shows strong presence at 2017 Mode Tour Travel Mart
Juergen T Steinmetz- November 28, 2017 02:03The Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) and its tourism partners recently returned from promoting the island at the fourth annual Mode Tour Travel Mart held in COEX, Seoul from November 16 ... Read More
The history of the SMS Cormoran II
Juergen T Steinmetz- March 30, 2017 12:17Tamuning, Guam – On Friday, April 7, 2017, the Guam Visitors Bureau (GVB) will commemorate the 100th Anniversary of the scuttling of the SMS Cormoran II. Read More
Authentic Polynesia with three kings ruling a French territory on the Blue Continent
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 29, 2016 05:13eTN this week attended FESTPAC hosted on the U.S. West Pacific island of Guam. It's a festival of cultures and people representing the beautiful Blue Continent, the Pacific Ocean. Read More
Because that’s the way it is: A happy dancing group showcasing Norfolk Islands Arts, Culture and Tourism
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 28, 2016 15:42Dars-de-waye: Because that's the way it is - it's the tourism slogan for Norfolk Islands. Read More
FESTPAC Opening: Guam becomes the center of the Blue Continent
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 22, 2016 19:41The stadium was full. Thousands of spectators unable to get into the Guam stadium today watched the FESTPAC opening ceremony from giant screens outside the venue. Read More
Guam Tourism with FestPac puts the Blue Continent in the global spotlight
Juergen T Steinmetz- May 22, 2016 06:31The blue continent is in the spotlight of the world today, and the center is the American island of Guam. It's a cultural and tourism event only happening every 4 ... Read More
Guam tourism: food, culture and South Pacific beaches
editor- September 19, 2013 15:45It's worth going on this long trip to Guam. Read More
Santa Cruz Islands rocked by 3 quakes
editor- February 6, 2013 07:56The US Geological Survey reported a strong 8.0-magnitude quake struck the Santa Cruz Islands in the South Pacific today February 6, 2013 at 01:12:23 UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). Read More
Air Tahiti Nui flights more enjoyable with major fleet upgrade
editor- February 5, 2013 09:44South Pacific carrier Air Tahiti Nui has announced a multi-million dollar overhaul of its aircraft including a new in-flight entertainment system and a complete redesign of cabins throughout its fleet Read More
After the waves
editor- April 6, 2011 07:14LALOMANU BEACH, Samoa - One early morning less than two years ago, Sili Apelu had no clue that in a matter of hours his life would literally turn upside down. ... Read More
PATA submits Tourism Investment Vehicle study to EU’s Centre for Development of Enterprise
editor- February 22, 2011 03:20BANGKOK, Thailand - The conclusion of the second and final stage of PATA’s South Pacific, Tourism Investment Vehicle initiative has now been completed and submitted to the European Union’s Centre Read More
Holland America ships to sail Hawaii and Tahiti explorations in 2011, 2012
editor- December 16, 2010 04:47SEATTLE - In fall of 2011 and winter of 2012 two Holland America Line ships –– ms Westerdam and ms Rotterdam –– will sail three 30-day "Circle Hawaii, Tahiti and ... Read More
Tsunami plows into the Solomon Islands
editor- January 5, 2010 03:53WELLINGTON, New Zealand – A tsunami unleashed by a major earthquake plowed into the Solomon Islands on Monday with the crashing waters devastating at least one village. Read More
Mitzi Gaynor will return to Kauai for celebration of South Pacific
editor- September 4, 2009 06:15LIHUE, KAUAI, HI - Mitzi Gaynor, Hollywood legend and the unforgettable star of the classic movie musical South Pacific, is returning to Kauai in October to take part in the ... Read More
Continental Airlines now flies from Honolulu and Guam to Nadi, Fiji
editor- August 7, 2009 04:36Continental Airlines announced today new service from its Guam hub and Honolulu to Nadi, Fiji beginning December 18, 2009. Read More
Global recession forcing Pacific people into poverty
editor- August 6, 2009 08:53In a report to the 16-member Pacific Islands Forum from the regional powers of Australia and New Zealand, it states that the global recession has cut economic growth and government ... Read More