Grand Pacific Hotel connects with local craftsmen

The Grand Pacific Hotel on the Suva waterfront is an iconic 5-star luxury hotel built over 100 years ago. Recently the management of the Hotel created a partnership with the Ministry of Forests that will enhance the guest experience of the Grand Pacific while assisting local craftsmen.

The Hotel will purchase custom, handcrafted Tanoas (Fijian bowls) to be used at the hotel. The purchase and use of the bowls will assist local villages to upskill their residents - helping them create a sustainable income and preserve traditional Fijian culture at the same time.

“We are proud of this collaboration, as this is at the heart of what we stand for as a company. We believe in actively working to empower local artisans and keep their art alive,” said Lachlan Walker, Area General Manager of South Pacific, IHG Hotels & Resorts.