Accor and Yavu Collective Sign Landmark Multi-Hotel Deal in Fiji
Accor and Fijian-owned Yavu Collective signed a deal to open three hotels under Sofitel, The Sebel, and TRIBE brands by 2027, adding over 370 keys to Denarau Island and Nadi.
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Fiji Gateway Hotel Unveils New Rooms and Expanded Dining
Raffe Hotels & Resorts is delighted to announce the completion of the new accommodation wing at Fiji Gateway Hotel, along with an expanded dining facility, marking a major milestone in the hotel’s evolution to better serve travellers visiting Fiji. The expansion introduces 47 modern new rooms and suites and doubles the hotel’s restaurant capacity, providing enhanced comfort, choice, and convenience for all guests.
Radisson Hotel Group Expands its Fiji Portfolio with the Signing of Mana Island Resort & Spa Fiji, a member of Radisson Individuals
Radisson Hotel Group is pleased to announce the signing of Mana Island Resort & Spa Fiji, a member of Radisson Individuals, marking a significant milestone in the Group’s South Pacific expansion and reinforcing its growing presence in Fiji’s resort market.
Raffe Hotels and Resorts Launches Malolo Lailai Community Trust in Fiji
The trust will fund education, health, environmental, and emergency relief projects through guest donations matched dollar-for-dollar by the hotel group.
Pacific Island Property Evolution with OUTRIGGER Fiji Beach Resort
The very best of resort hospitality has always involved strong storytelling wherein guests are invited to participate in experiences they wouldn’t be able to enjoy quite the same way anywhere else. While this may be obvious, in practice the development and maintenance of the programming that underpins this sense of place requires a ton of work and a passion for continuous property evolution.
By Larry Mogelonsky and Adam Mogelonsky
Kerzner International Announces New One&Only Resort and Private Homes to Open in Fiji
Kerzner International Holdings Limited ("Kerzner") is delighted to announce the signing of the first One&Only resort and community of Private Homes to be developed in Fiji. Located in the Yasawa Islands, an archipelago in Western Fiji, the resort is slated to open in 2029 with Private Homes going on sale this November.
Likuliku Lagoon Resort Unveils Exciting Additions and Upgrades for 2025 Reopening
Ahura Resorts - the 100% Fijian family-owned management company of Likuliku Lagoon Resort - is pleased to announce the reopening of Likuliku Lagoon Resortfollowing its major FJD $10M/USD $4.2M/AUD $7M revitalization project.
Raffe Hotels & Resorts Celebrates Major Achievement with Prize Level Award at 2024 Fiji Business Excellence Awards
Raffe Hotels & Resorts, a well-established family-owned business with over 50 years of heritage in Fiji, has been honoured with the prestigious Fiji Business Excellence Prize Level Award for 2024.
Wyndham Partners with Damodar Group to Introduce Ramada Encore in Fiji
The signing of Ramada Encore by Wyndham Labasa, Damodar City marks the first hotel for the brand in Fiji and the first for Wyndham Hotels & Resorts on Vanua Levu.
Fiji Gateway Hotel Expands to Meet Rising Demand with New Deluxe Rooms and Suites
Fiji Gateway Hotel, the most convenient airport hotel in the region, is expanding its offerings with the construction of a new two-storey accommodation building, designed to cater to the increasing demand from travellers transiting through Nadi. The expansion project, commencing this month, is expected to be completed by October 2025.
Likuliku Lagoon Resort To Close For Major Revitalisation Projects
Ahura Resorts - the 100% Fijian family-owned management company of Likuliku Lagoon Resort, is excited to announce a series of major revitalization projects for 2025 during which, the resort will close from 1st February to 30th April 2025.
Priya Sharma has been appointed as Sales & Marketing Manager at Castaway Island
Premier beach resort company OUTRIGGER Resorts & Hotels appoints Priya Sharma sales & marketing manager at Castaway Island, Fiji.
Paula Vatunicoko has been appointed as Resort Manager at OUTRIGGER’s Castaway Island
Vatunicoko first joined the Castaway Island, Fiji Resort as Executive Housekeeper in August 2019. He left in November 2020 to join Radisson Blu Fiji as their Executive Housekeeper from December 2020 to June 2021 and rejoined Castaway in December 2021. Before initially joining Castaway in 2019, Vatunicoko had spent more than fifteen years at the exclusive 7-star Lalucala Island Resort where he held various roles including Administration Manager, Concierge Manager, overseeing front office operations, events & weddings and activities. Vatunicoko holds a Bachelor of Commerce in human resources management and services and hospitality administration/management in addition to a diploma in international politics, all from Fiji National University.
IHG announces major Fiji signing
IHG Hotels & Resorts is thrilled to announce a signing announcement that will see its flagship Crowne Plaza brand enter Fiji, in a major win for the group.
Storey Hotel Management Group Expands Partnership with Stayntouch to Power Fiji’s Award-Winning Nanuku Resort with Flexible Cloud PMS
Stayntouch, a global leader in providing cloud hotel management solutions and guest-centric technology, today announced an expansion of its partnership with Storey Hotel Management Group, the luxury boutique hotel and resort management company with 7 exclusive properties within its global portfolio. In addition to working with Stayntouch at its Ameswell and Park James hotels in California, Storey Hotel Management Group has once again selected Stayntouch to deliver its flagship cloud PMS and mobile technology to the award-winning Nanuku Resort in Fiji.
Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa Debuts Full Property Renovation
Situated on a private beachfront location on Denarau Island - Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa - proudly announces the completion of its extensive renovation program. A 50-million-dollar capital investment, led by interior design studio CHADA whose inspiration stemmed from the hotel's local surroundings where land meets the ocean, the renovation which took three years to complete features a total transformation of guest rooms and public spaces including several new amenities and experiences for travelers to enjoy. The first full renovation since the property opened its doors in 2005, Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa presents today a new and modern retreat where beach resort merges with luxury hotel facilities, surrounded by Fiji's beauty and culture, polished by a touch of French elegance.
Louise Smythe has been appointed as Director of Sales & Marketing at Six Senses Fiji
From her very first role at the Ritz in London, Louise knew the hospitality industry was her passion. After five years in the city, she traveled to New Zealand and fell in love with the lifestyle, the beautiful landscapes, and the people. She was fortunate to be offered several opportunities including a position with The Regent Hotel. She also oversaw several openings and worked for the New Zealand sailing team in the America's Cup Regatta before finally finding her niche within the luxury travel segment.
Six Senses Fiji Reopens April 1
Hosts at Six Senses Fiji, many returning to their previous roles, are ready to welcome guests back to their little corner of paradise from April 1. Their familiar friendly faces will serve as the perfect antidote to months of lockdowns and travel bans as new arrivals step off the speedboat.
IHG to Take on Fiji’s Iconic Grand Pacific Hotel Under the InterContinental Brand
IHG has signed an agreement to take over management of one of the most famous hotels in the Pacific, Fiji's Grand Pacific Hotel in Suva, in July 2020 and rebrand it as an InterContinental by 2022.
Kaydee George has been appointed as General Manager at Club Wyndham Denarau Island
Prior to this move, she was area general manager Gold Coast, based at Wyndham Surfers Paradise. George first joined Wyndham in 2012 as a conference and events manager in Dunsborough, Western Australia, before being promoted to various resort management roles in Australia and New Zealand. She is also part of the Queensland Government's Young Tourism Leaders programme, which provides influential and inspiring role models to encourage young people to consider a career in the tourism industry.