Fiji, country in the South Pacific, an idyllic archipelago of more than 300 exotic islands in Melanesia, well known for its beautiful, virgin, palm - lined beaches, coral reefs with clear lagoons and rugged landscapes has reached a historic milestone in its tourism sector celebrating record tourism figure exceeding one million visitors.
Dreamland destination for many travellers Fiji in 2024 with 1.06 million visitors surpassed the one million mark for the first time in the country's history, the record of international tourists mainly coming from Australia, New Zealand and the United States of America, showing significant increases in travel to the islands, however this tourist success contrasts with a worrying increase in crime rates.
The tourism sector already experienced remarkable growth in 2023 when Fiji already set a record with 929.740 visitors, data representing 46.1% more than in 2022.
The Deputy Prime Minister Professor of Fiji, Biman Prasad celebrated this great achievement, expressing his gratitude to everyone involved in making the country's tourism sector unforgettable tweeting with enthusiasm the phrase "Vinaka vakalevu to everyone who makes Fiji unforgettable".
Also the Fiji Tourism Executive Director Brent Hill celebrated the milestone with this record and noted that more than 80.000, of these arrivals were on cruise ships, in addition to more than 980.000 visitors who arrived by air.
The Tourism Executive Director of Fiji also highlighted that 2025 will be another banner for the industry as the country enters its peak cruise season, with major ships such as Crown Princess and MS Europa having recenty docked with the latter visited Taveuni, the third island of the archipelago, after Viti Levu and Vanua Levu, part of Fiji's Cakaudrove Province within the Northern Division, where it docked more than 500 passengers.
Cruise tourism continues to thrive and shore excursions, sightseeing tours, and shopping contribute significantly to the local economy.
Fiji's Tourism Executive Director praised the great efforts of local organizations to ensure an enjoyable and hassle - free experience for tourists, underscoring the positive impact on Fiji's islands and people.
Link - https://www.expreso.info/noticias/internacional/104496_fiyi_celebra_cifras_record_de_turismo_y_supera_el_millon_de_viajeros
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