Fiji's tourism sector expands with two new hotel developments

Fiji's tourism sector is poised for significant expansion with the announcement of two new hotel developments by Warwick Hotels and Resorts. The Golden Tokatoka Resort near Nadi and the Silver Crescent Resort on the Coral Coast are set to bolster the nation's accommodation capacity, aligning with the government's ambitious goal of adding around 4,000 hotel rooms by 2027.

Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka emphasized the timely nature of these investments, particularly following a record number of visitors last year. He stated that while the achievement is a source of pride, it also brings a great responsibility to continuously invest in accommodation, infrastructure, aviation links, service standards, and crucially, the people of Fiji.

The government has set a target of attracting 1.25 million visitors and generating $4 billion in tourism earnings by 2027. Rabuka noted that the new hotels will not only increase lodging options but also generate employment during their construction phase and provide permanent jobs upon opening. Furthermore, these developments are expected to create ripple effects, benefiting local farmers, fishermen, transport operators, tradespeople, and small businesses that supply the tourism industry.

Warwick Hotels and Resorts Chairman Richard Chiu announced a substantial investment of close to $200 million over the next 30 months, with a significant portion allocated to Fiji's tourism sector. This move reflects the increasing strategic importance of the Pacific region for the group, which currently operates approximately 50 hotels globally.

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Last year Fiji opened a record number of visitors. That is an achievement that we can all be very proud of. But it also places a great responsibility on us. We must keep investing in our accommodation, in our infrastructure, in our aviation links, our service standards, and most of all, our people.