Wednesday 12th December 2012 Issue 05 Feature VTO News Industry News Trade and Media Website Newcomer Events & Entertainment Christmas Specials
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VANUATU TOUISM OFFICE UPDATES VTO Business Plan Review Workshop
Travel agents just can’t get enough of Vanuatu
Last week on Friday 7th December 2012, the Board and staff of Vanuatu Tourism Office attended a workshop on VTO Business Plan Review which was facilitated by Mr Ross Hopkins of Trip Consultants commissioned by SPTO and funded by the EDF10 Tourism project… Read more.
Vanuatu Tourism office hosted 13 agents from Brisbane and Sydney areas in Vanuatu last week. These agents were picked as lucky winners follow the successful completion of the Vanuatu online training launched with Your Workshops this year. Read more.
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Far left photo from left to right (Santo picture): Renee Core, Flight Centre The Galleries Sydney; Anne Morris, Vanuatu Tourism Office Australian representative; Patrick Vurobaravu, Vanuatu Tourism Office Santo; Emma Daniells, Flight Centre Brisbane City; Victoria Gillet, Frontier Travel Management Sydney; Scott Cooper, Flight Centre Cammeray; Aaron Cross, Flight Centre Broadway; Tabitha Barr, Havel Mount Isa; Antonia Criticos, Atlas Travel Service Brisbane. Centre: Agents dinner at Le Lagoon. Right photo: Seb’s shot of WW2 relics boart at north efate.
Opposite images: VTO Events Manager, Sebastien Bador, took pictures this morning at the Surfing Competition which is running this week at Pango Beach, next to Breakas Beach Resort and Surfside Villas.
INDUSTRY NEWS Vanuatu partakes in Regional Tourism & Hospitality Human Resources Development Plan Workshop
The South Pacific Tourism Organization under the Pacific Regional Tourism Capacity Building Programme (PRTCBP) coordinated and facilitated a one day workshop in the heart of Western Samoa, Apia on the 05th of December 2012 for the development of a Regional Tourism and Hospitality Human Resources Development Plan. The workshop gathered all members of the Pacific region who are members of the SPTO to contribute to this HRD plan for the tourism sector for the Pacific. Mrs. Sonja Hunter, head of the Samoa Tourism Authority welcomed everyone from across the Pacific and provided words of encouragement for all to see how important the tourism sector is to their small island economies. The workshop was officially opened by the Acting Prime Minister of Samoa, Honourable Afioga Nuafesili Fonotoe P. Lauofo who made special remarks on the sustainability of this growing sector throughout the Pacific. He stressed that the relevance of this HRD plan will assist the Pacific Islands nations for building a stronger tourism sector that is sustainable and that considers environmental issues that are currently facing the countries as well. Read more.
The Havannah finalist again in top resort international award
Source The Indepent, 8th December: The Havannah Resort in north Efqate has again been named a finalist in the prestigious Conde Nast Johansens Awards for Excellence. Conde Nast Johansens, the international luxury travel guide, annoucned the winners of the 2013 Awards for Excellence, with those winners chosen as the top properties within their regions. This year The Havannah was named as finalist for Most Excellent Romantic Hideaway and Most Excellent Small Resort in the Atlantic, Caribbean and Pacific Islands. Travel experts said this is a major achievement for The Havannah as the only Vanuatu property featured and one of only two in the entire Pacific region. They said it is even more commendable when The Havannah competed against resorts in the Caribbean, given the size and investment in these properties. Lesley O’Malley-Keyes, vice President and publishing director, the Americas said the Awards for Excellence winners represent the ‘very best of the best’. “Our readers are discerning and experienced travellers who know what they want when they travel – exceptional accommodation, outstanding services and good value for money,” he said. “Conde Nast Johansens only recommends properties that meet these very specific standards.” Read more.
WEBSITE NEWCOMER Port Sandwich Festival, Malekula Island
The Community of Lamap invites you to celebrate their culture, traditions and unique way of life with a two-day festival this August. Come and be part of an authentic pig exchange ceremony, witness local skill displays, kastom dance and stories and taste our delicious organic island kakae. In the evenings relax with our local string bands, kava tastings and plenty of cold tusker. Read more.
Nalawan Festival 6-7 August 2013 Venue: Fire Beach, Labo Village, South West Bay, Malekula Experience the ancient Nalawan festival celebrated through the ages by the fierce Small Nambas warrior tribe of Malekula’s South West Bay! The Nalawan marks the start of a new season in the traditional calendar and includes spectacular custom dances, grade-taking ceremonies, cultural displays and much, much more. * Immerse yourself in the rich tradition and customs of Malekula’s South West Bay! * Get an authentic taste of Vanuatu life with an eye opening Village Tour; try your hand in traditional food preparation, partake in local craft, and witness ritual. * Dance the night away with a live traditional music and song! Read more.
EVENTS & ENTERTAINMENT
2 Vanuatu artists honoured regionally On 07 Dec. 2012, in New Caledonia, SACENC awarded Vanessa QUAI's album "WinĂŠ Sa" the Best Pacific album of the year and Stan & the Earthforce for best Reggae Band. The VTO congratulates both artists for their fine achievement and wishes both all the best from this exposure and promotion in their music careers.
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