Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism Viliame Gavoka announced that Fiji’s tourism industry is poised to welcome over one million visitors, surpassing the record levels set in 2023.
At the 2024 Fiji Investment in Tourism Summit, Gavoka presented data indicating that Fiji’s tourism sector has been performing well, and the overall economy has reached its pre-pandemic status.
“In 2023, the industry broke visitor arrival records by welcoming 929,740 visitors, contributing an estimated $3.2 billion to the Fijian economy,” Gavoka stated. “It is safe to say that tourism remains our growth driver and where the opportunities are.”
The Deputy Prime Minister emphasized the government’s commitment to attracting investors seeking value for money in the growing market.
Gavoka revealed that the Government is extending the Short Life Investment Package tax holiday to investors who purchase existing hotels and invest over $50 million in renovations and refurbishments.
Additionally, the marketing budget through Tourism Fiji has been increased to support strategic reforms aimed at simplifying investment processes in Fiji and enhancing the Fijian brand.