The 2024 Tourism Fiji Showcase kicked off in Melbourne last night with an impressive turnout of 120 attendees and 27 suppliers, celebrating everything Fiji has to offer. Held at Q Events Melbourne, the Tourism Fiji Showcase commenced with a booked-out event that underscored the strong interest and enthusiasm among Australian travel professionals for the destination for 2024.
Attendees enjoyed live traditional Fijian dance performances, networking sessions complete with drinks and canapes, engaging presentations sharing the latest updates from Fiji, and exciting giveaways that added to the evening’s festivities. Tourism Fiji also partnered with Fiji Airways to create a VIP lounge area, providing a relaxed atmosphere for attendees to connect and foster long-lasting relationships.
Robert Thompson, Executive Director of Regions at Tourism Fiji, shared his excitement about the successful Melbourne event. “We are thrilled with last night’s turnout and the enthusiasm from all attendees at the first Tourism Fiji Showcase. The energy and engagement from the Melbourne market has set an incredibly positive tone as we now head to Sydney and the Gold Coast.”
Booked out in 48 hours, the Tourism Fiji Showcase offers travel agents and industry professionals an exclusive opportunity to connect with Fiji’s leading properties, experiences, and transfer companies. The first hand interactions included invaluable insights and unique experiences including VOU dancers and the Fiji Airways lounge.
After last night’s successful start, the Showcase will travel to Sydney and the Gold Coast over the next two days presenting more opportunities for industry professionals to network, discover Fiji’s travel offerings, and experience the rich culture of the islands.
Tourism Fiji’s partners at this year’s Showcase include Fiji Airways, Ahura Resorts, Blue Lagoon Beach Resort, Castaway Island, Cloud 9, Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort, Koro Sun Resort, Lomani Island Resort, Marriott Fiji, Musket Cove Island Resort & Marina, Nanuku Resort, OUTRIGGER Fiji Beach Resort, Plantation Island Resort, Radisson Blu Resort, Royal Davui Island Resort, Sea Fiji, Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Sigatoka River Safari, Six Senses Fiji, South Sea Cruises, The Pearl Resort, Yasawa Island Resort & Spa, Zipline, Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa, Crowne Plaza Fiji Nadi Bay Resort & Spa, Vou Fiji, and Hilton Fiji Beach Resort and Spa.
