Fiji Ranked Number One for Tourist Recovery
Fiji topped the list with 1.95 while Sri Lanka had a score similar to Malaysia at 2.15.
Tuesday 14 May 2024 | 01:47
Fiji ranked number one among 28 countries for its favourable conditions for tourism recovery.
That was the observation by Economist Intelligence Unit (EIU), Asia’s travel readiness index.
The unit ranked 28 Asian countries based on the importance of tourism in their economy, local vaccination coverage, ease of travel and the convenience of returning home.
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“Fiji can be rightly proud of being No.1, especially as many other Asian Pacific countries such as Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand, have chalked up their results,” says Tourism Fiji chief executive Brent Hill.
“Our message is very simple – Fiji is the place that is perfect for your first overseas trip as the world normalises post COVID.
“We have our beautiful weather, amazing islands, lovely and hospitable Fijian people and we’re affordable.”
Fiji topped the list with 1.95 while Sri Lanka had a score similar to Malaysia at 2.15.
Mr Hill said factors included in the latest index and findings had been of importance to Fiji.
Source: Fiji Consulate and General Trade Commission, Australia and New Zealand
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