Accommodation gap threatens tourism growth

Fiji's burgeoning tourism industry faces a significant challenge: a growing accommodation gap that threatens to stifle its growth. The country needs to add up to 5,000 more rooms within the next five years to accommodate the projected increase in visitors.

Tourism Permanent Secretary Salaseini Daunabuna acknowledges that traditional hotels will not be sufficient to meet this escalating demand. The future of Fiji's tourism accommodation lies in diversifying beyond conventional hotels. Short-term rentals and other alternative tourism providers are becoming increasingly vital in expanding the country's capacity.

These alternative providers are not only helping to bridge the accommodation gap but are also contributing to the overall expansion of Fiji's tourism offerings. As the sector looks to grow, embracing these new models will be key to ensuring a robust and sustainable future for tourism in the island nation.

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Tourism Permanent Secretary Salaseini Daunabuna says traditional hotels alone will not meet future demand, with short-term rentals and alternative tourism providers becoming increasingly important.