ETIQUETTE: It might come as a surprise for a small country, but Papua New Guinea is home to hundreds of cultures and languages, all with separate behavioural rules and structures. Papua New Guinea is an incredibly welcoming and friendly nation. Most locals will greet you with a warm and genuine smile...
Home to iconic landscapes, natural beauty, cultural traditions and a history stepped in the legacy of its three past colonial rulers, Papua New Guinea caters to specific niche markets, earning it a coveted and loyal following among visitors. Fractured national infrastructure continues to frustrate the development of a cohesive tourism industry,...
As one of the world’s last frontier destinations, but with limited national transport infrastructure and a challenging geography, much of Papua New Guinea is inaccessible except by sea. This has played to the cruise industry’s advantage, given the modern, self-contained transport, accommodation and catering facilities offered by this style of...
With a largely untouched environment and rich biodiversity, alongside a rich, varied tribal heritage, Papua New Guinea is a perfect fit for community-based ecotourism. Under the auspices of the 2006 Tourism Master Plan (TMP), budgeted for full implementation in 2013, protection and sustainable management of these cultural resources is enshrined as...
The Dead Sea is one of the kingdom’s best-known attractions and has the country’s highest hotel occupancy rates, thanks in part to the area’s limited hospitality offerings. To fully capitalise on the area’s vast potential, an ambitious long term plan to develop the coast – while protecting its ecological diversity and fragility – is now in place,...
With natural attractions such as the Dead Sea, where low elevation and mineral-rich water create a singular environment; the majestic Wadi Rum; and the world’s most northerly coral reef at Aqaba, which is home to over 1000 marine species, Jordan has plenty to offer nature-minded visitors. Additionally, the country has several other protected...
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