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BEHIND THE NEWS | Revitalise Fiji’s non-sugar sector
The Fiji Times
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July 20, 2025
As Fiji charts its economic course for the next decade, agriculture has re-emerged as a sector of vital strategic importance. Long considered the bedrock of rural livelihoods and national food security, agriculture, and in particular, the...
Wayfarer Executive Travel and Lifestyle magazine issue 7 released globally
Wayfarer
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July 18, 2025
The 7th edition of the Wayfarer Executive Travel and Lifestyle magazine has been released globally today (July 18), offering readers around the world an insight into some of the leading airlines, hotels, cars, accessories, travel technology and...
McIntyre Mini Globe Race leg 3 to South Africa starts from VUDA MARINA Fiji 12 noon Saturday 26th July
Live Sail Die
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July 18, 2025
In a world-first sailing challenge, 15 solo sailors from eight countries are navigating identical 5.8-meter (19-foot) self-built plywood yachts around the globe— The fleet has enjoyed a five week stopover in Fiji at the end of Leg 2 of the...
Wilson finds a new home with FIJI
ETBrandEquity.com
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July 18, 2025
A still from an adAfter 25 years, the world’s volleyball, Wilson, has finally been found on the shores of Fiji. In a heartwarming tribute video titled “Wilson’s Happily Ever After”, audiences have been reintroduced to one of pop culture’s most...
Save hundreds on a South Korea holiday, plus more travel deals
Nine
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July 18, 2025
South Korea is fast becoming a hot destination for Aussie travellers seeking a fun, fulfilling holiday without having to fly too far. It's got delicious food, a staggering amount of history, a fascinating modern culture, great nature experiences,...
Fijian pair conquer Mt Kilimanjaro
The Fiji Times
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July 17, 2025
Atop the highest mountain in Africa, Ragina Devi, 48, and Davinash Naicker, 50, braved the -23°C conditions — exhausted, freezing, but proudly waving Fiji’s noble banner blue. The New Zealand-based couple had just completed a 5895-metre ascent of...
Fijians get fast-track entry
FBC News
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July 16, 2025
Immigration Minister Viliame Naupoto [Source: Parliament of the Republic of Fiji/Facebook] Fijians with biometric e-passports can now use Australia’s SmartGate system at all international airports. Immigration Minister Viliame Naupoto states this...
$20m investment – 16 New Zealand businesses registered in Fiji
The Fiji Times
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July 17, 2025
NEW Zealand businesses committed to an investment pipeline of about $20million in Fiji last year, according to Investment Fiji. Investment Fiji chief executive officer (CEO) Kamal Chetty confirmed this in an interview with this newspaper, saying...
No jet-lag required: The 10 greatest short-haul holiday destinations
Brisbane Times
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July 17, 2025
Make time: Both Tanna and Espiritu Santo – the base for exploring the SS President Coolidge – are out-islands that provide plenty of adventure. To really get away from it all, however, try Pentecost, famous for Naghol, a land-diving ritual (where...
Fiji Airways among top 10 international airlines in the world
The Fiji Times
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July 16, 2025
Global travel media brand Travel + Leisure has ranked national airline Fiji Airways 10th in the 2025 World’s Best Awards, making it one of the top 10 international airlines in the world. The recognition celebrates Fiji Airways’ service excellence,...
Paros, Greece Named World’s Best Island for 2025 by Travel + Leisure
Greek City Times
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July 16, 2025
The Greek islands, from party-centric Mykonos to the stunning caldera of Santorini, are beloved vacation spots. Yet, Travel + Leisure’s 2025 World’s Best Awards crowned Paros the world’s best island, surpassing all others globall Paros earned the...
'I'm a world record traveller but there are two islands left on my bucket list'
The Mirror
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July 17, 2025
Lexie, who has 1.5 million followers on Instagram, sat down with the Mirror to share the two islands she is desperate to visit, on the same day Expedia released the 2025 Island Hot List This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a...
More Women Are Booking Golf Trips—and the Travel Industry Is Taking Note
Vogue - New York
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July 17, 2025
Golf’s image has traditionally been skewed one way: an older man in a collared shirt and khakis, clubs in hand, ready for an afternoon on the green. But that’s changing. Since 2019, female golfers have seen a 41% increase, according to the...
Kiwi travellers urged to prioritise health insurance as dengue outbreaks surge across the Pacific
Pacific Media Network
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Travellers from New Zealand planning a getaway to tropical destinations are being urged to grab comprehensive travel insurance, as dengue fever cases continue to climb in certain Pacific countries. Fiji has been particularly hit hard, reporting...
Na Vualiku MSME program to boost North tourism this year – Gavoka
Fijivillage
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MSMEs in the Northern Division are expected to get a boost as the Na Vualiku Pilot MSME program will be launched this calendar year, offering cost-shared business development services, small grants to community-based tourism groups, and targeted...
25 Years On, Wilson Finds A New Home - In Fiji
Scoop
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Thursday, 17 July 2025, 11:33 am Press Release: Tourism Fiji Nadi, Fiji: After 25 years, the world’s most famous volleyball, Wilson, has finally been found on the shores of Fiji. In a heartwarming tribute video titled “Wilson’s Happily Ever...
World-famous volleyball Wilson will wash up on Aussie shores as part of Tourism Fiji campaign
Travel Weekly
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July 16, 2025
Tourism Fiji has rescued the world’s most famous volleyball, Wilson, after 25 years lost at sea, and it is set to make its way to Australian shores this week. To mark the Wilson’s landmark return, Tourism Fiji has released a short film to welcome...
Wilson finds paradise in Fiji
FBC News
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July 16, 2025
Wilson the volleyball has found his happy ending on the beaches of Fiji. Tourism Fiji has released a new short film showing Wilson living a new life in the islands, 25 years after drifting away in the movie Cast Away. Tourism Fiji CEO Brent Hill...
Maldives crowned ‘Best for Romance’ in Expedia’s inaugural 2025 Island Hot List; travel interest up 15%
Hotelier Maldives
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July 16, 2025
The Maldives has been officially recognised as the world’s premier destination for romance in the first-ever Expedia 2025 Island Hot List. The influential report, released today by the global travel giant, places the Maldives among the top ten...
Energy-saving ovens to boost Fiji’s food industry
FBC News
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July 16, 2025
A new partnership between Vision Commercial and global oven brand UNOX is set to benefit chefs, students and small food businesses across Fiji. UNOX, a company based in Italy and known for its smart, energy-efficient ovens, has teamed up with...