Samoa Tourism announced as Official Partner of Moana Pasifika
Samoa Tourism has today announced its support of Moana Pasifika, coming on board as the team’s Official Tourism Partner for the revamped 2022 Super Rugby tournament, which kicks off in February.
Published Wednesday, 20 October 2021
REQUEST FOR QUOTATION
The Government of Samoa through its partnership with The New Zealand Aid Program (NZ AID), has allocated funding through the Samoa Growth Partnership (STGP) Program to develop Samoa’s Tourism Sector.
Published Wednesday, 20 October 2021
Samoa Google Street View Content goes live
Google Street View is a component of the Destination Optimisation Programme the Samoa Tourism Authority (STA), with the assistance of the New Zealand Government through the Samoa Tourism Growth, implemented with the support of digital specialist Miles.
Published Friday, 15 October 2021
Tourism Scholarship Students Graduate
Students from across the tourism industry were among those who recently graduated from the National University of Samoa (NUS) with a Certificate II in Tourism & Hospitality.
Published Friday, 15 October 2021
Le Vasa Resort, more than relaxation
Le Vasa Resort, the absolute oceanfront paradise nestled at Apolima Uta overlooking Manono Island, remains open as it continues to cater to the domestic market and special events.
Published Friday, 15 October 2021
Free WIFI for Apia
Apia-based technology company South Pacific Broadband has announced that it has successfully launched a free Metro WIFI network in the Capital.
Published Friday, 15 October 2021
Outdoor adventures with Tropical Tours
Newly established Tropical Tours is determined to carve out a name for itself with its signature outdoor activities. The tour operator, which is owned by Jimmy and Trudy O’Dwyer, offers a range of full and half day scenic tours.
Published Saturday, 2 October 2021
Kuki’s modern Waterfront Villas
The gateway to Savaii, Salelologa has new modern waterfront accommodation in the form of ‘Kuki’s by the Harbour’. The property, features four stylish villas with large sliding doors which open out to large outdoor decks that command stunning views of the Salelologa lagoon.
Published Saturday, 2 October 2021
Asia Pacific emphasise Tourism Restart and Recovery
Samoa was among United Nations World Tourism Oraganisation (UNWTO) Pacific member states which participated in the 32nd meeting of the UNWTO Commission for East Asia and the Pacific.
Published Saturday, 2 October 2021
UNWTO Tourism Management Scholarships for Samoa
The United Nations World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) has granted fifty (50) scholarships at the UNWTO IE University Tourism Online Academy to Samoa.
Published Saturday, 2 October 2021
Vaccination Campaign switches into high gear
Efforts to protect the community from Covid-19 will switch into high-gear after Cabinet declared a country-wide Mass Vaccination Campaign will roll-out on 23-24 September.
Published Saturday, 18 September 2021
CLIA welcomes Samoa Tourism as Executive Partner
Samoa Tourism Authority (STA) has united with Cruise Lines International Association (CLIA) to support its presence in Australia and New Zealand, joining the cruise industry organisation as an Executive Partner.
Published Saturday, 18 September 2021
Savaii’s Amoa Resort adds new luxury rooms
Family-owned Amoa Resort on Savaii is set to significantly increase its capacity when an exciting expansion that is currently underway is completed.
Published Friday, 17 September 2021
New Luxurious Villas at Taumeasina Island Resort
The modern and luxurious Taumeasina Island Resort located close to the Apia CBD is expanding and will soon complete an exciting development which will see additional villas added to the resort.
Published Friday, 10 September 2021
Panthers gun Jarome Luai announced as Samoa Tourism Ambassador
NRL superstar Jarome Luai has been announced as the new face of Samoa, signing on as an official ambassador for the Samoa Tourism Authority.
Published Friday, 10 September 2021
Social Media Marketing Training Wrap-up
Knowledge and skills required in the strategic and operational planning, creation and execution of content for social media marketing are key take-outs for tourism industry workers who participated in the recently completed 6-week Social Media Marketing Training.
Published Friday, 10 September 2021
Teuila Festival, a success!
Despite being scaled-back due to Covid-19 and the closure of Samoa’s borders, this year’s 31st Annual Teuila Festival was a resounding success.
Published Friday, 10 September 2021
Samoa Travel Tracer App Launched
Samoa’s own Covid-19 contact tracing app, Samoa Travel Tracer has been officially launched in Apia by Prime Minister Hon. Fiame Naomi Mataafa.
Published Friday, 3 September 2021
Teuila Sports Events
Despite the closure of Samoa’s borders, support for sporting events which usually draw international visitors including new events with plans to invite overseas teams in the future, has been maintained by Samoa Tourism Authority at this year’s 31st Annual Teuila Festival.
Published Friday, 3 September 2021
Waterfront Market a Hit
The first day of the 2-day Waterfront Market at the 31st Annual Teuila Festival was abuzz with bustling activities and sounds, as stall operators, performers and buyers all came together to create a very lively atmosphere.
Published Friday, 3 September 2021
Return to Paradise Resort new villas
Despite the downturn caused by the Covid-19 pandemic, popular Return to Paradise Resort on Upolu’s stunning south coast remains upbeat and are adamant to grow as part of its long term vision.
Published Friday, 27 August 2021
31st Annual Teuila Festival
Due to the Covid-19 Pandemic and the continued closure of Samoa’s borders to keep the country safe, the 31st Annual Teuila Festival has been scaled-back and will feature a number of events during 29 August – 4 September, to commemorate what is one of Samoa’s most widely anticipated events.
Published Friday, 27 August 2021
Beautiful Anticipation microsite goes live
The ‘Beautiful Anticipation’ microsite, a central hub for travellers, industry and trade partners to rediscover everything Samoa has to offer, as well as the latest information on Samoa’s travel ready preparations has gone live.
Published Friday, 27 August 2021
Sunday Toonai returns at Orator Hotel
To’onai with Orator Hotel at Tanumapua is back starting Sunday 29th August, something which Owners and passionate foodies Jerry and Charlotte Brunt are looking forward to with excitement.
Published Friday, 27 August 2021
Travel Bubble discussions…safety a priority
Prime Minister Hon. Fiame Naomi Mata’afa has confirmed that Cabinet has given approval for the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Trade to engage in discussions with their New Zealand and American Samoa counterparts about the possibility of travel bubbles with those countries.
Published Monday, 16 August 2021
