The capital of Port Moresby is set to undergo a significant transformation, while the country as a whole should be left with a lasting legacy when Papua New Guinea plays host to two recognised sporting events over the next two years. The 2015 Pacific Games took place in the capital in July, and the FIFA U-20 Women’s World Cup is scheduled for...
With fewer than 50,000 visitors travelling to Papua New Guinea each year for leisure, according to figures from the PNG Tourism Promotion Authority (TPA), the country is far from a mainstream tourism destination. The sector remains largely undeveloped and is a relatively minor contributor to the overall economy. PNG is a challenging destination...
Steady growth in tourism is expected to continue in Gabon, with considerable potential for the hospitality sector. The government aims to increase the number of hotel rooms by 23%, from 5300 in 2013 to 8300 by 2025. Over 90% of rooms are currently located in cities. Though national parks account for only around 6% of Gabon’s hotel rooms, this is...
Developing the tourism sector in Gabon has become a growing priority for authorities as they aim to diversify the country’s economy. Investments have primarily targeted upgrading infrastructure and developing high-end ecotourism under the country’s Green Gabon strategy for sustainable development. As the state partners with the private sector to...
In recent years, government investment in the tourism sector has been primarily aimed at upgrading infrastructure and developing high-end tourism. Though visitors to Gabon remain primarily business-oriented, the industry shows considerable potential for growth, with notable opportunities for ecotourism. According to official figures, as much as...
The country’s annual Carnival celebration is a unique and distinctive event, and as such has the potential to play an even greater role than it already does in the local tourism industry. National Geographic magazine lists the Carnival in Trinidad and Tobago as one of the world’s “Top 10 Pre-Lenten Celebrations”, noting that the custom was started in...
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