CloseWith Valentine’s Day inspiring proposals and wedding planning for 2026 and beyond, Samoa is emerging as a top destination for couples seeking a tropical island wedding. Couples can exchange vows in a variety of romantic natural settings while enjoying warm Pacific Island hospitality.
Whether planning a barefoot ceremony for two or a larger celebration with family and friends, couples have flexibility and choice, with ceremonies possible on beaches, beside waterfalls, in tropical gardens, or at luxury resorts specialising in destination weddings.
Many resorts offer experienced on-site wedding planners to manage everything from the ceremony, flowers, catering, photography, and entertainment, while local planners can create bespoke experiences, including access to secluded locations and guidance on Samoan customs.
From white-sand beaches and lush gardens to luxury waterfront resorts, Samoa has accommodation to suit all budgets, and with direct air connections from New Zealand, Australia and Fiji to the capital, Apia, Samoa is an idyllic setting for saying “I do.”
Greater Miami & Miami Beach is kicking off 2026 with undeniable energy. From headline-making hotel reopenings and buzzy restaurant debuts to cultural milestones and expanded transportation options, the destination is leaning into what it does best: pairing world-class hospitality with unforgettable experiences.
“What’s unfolding across the destination over the next few months reflects a continued focus on premier hospitality and meaningful traveller experiences,” said David Whitaker, president and CEO of the Greater Miami Convention & Visitors Bureau. And as the new year unfolds, visitors will find more ways than ever to connect with Miami’s neighbourhoods, culture, cuisine, and natural beauty.
The Malta Biennale 2026 is proud to announce that the second edition of the contemporary art platform will feature as many as 28 national and thematic pavilions, doubling the number of participating pavilions from the first edition.
Out of the 28 pavilions participating in the Malta Biennale 2026 – 7 will be national pavilions, whilst the remainder will be thematic pavilions. The artists and curators of the pavilions cover the following 25 countries:
Australia, Belgium, China, Egypt, Finland, France, Germany, Ghana, Greece, India, Iran, Ireland, Italy, Korea, Malaysia, Malta, Morocco, Poland, Serbia, Spain, Turkey, Uganda, Ukraine, USA and Uzbekistan.
The national pavilions will be organised by: China, France, Italy, Malta, Poland, Serbia and Spain.
For the coming edition, there are also important collaborations with the: Gwangju Biennale, in which Malta will be participating next year (September – December 2026), via the national commissioner and partners of the Malta Biennale – Arts Council Malta, while another collaboration will take place with the Troy Museum in Turkey. Furthermore, through the pavilions, there will be further collaboration and direct engagement between local and international artists from various art fields including music, theatre and dance.
The pavilions which will be organised across two of the main Malta Biennale venues, Fort St Elmo in Valletta, and the Old Armoury of the Knights in Vittoriosa – will feature a mixture of art forms – from two- and three-dimensional art, to installations, to performance art and live action work. Some of the pavilions have also incorporated an artist-in-residence programme, for participating artists to be able to produce site and space-specific work for the Malta Biennale 2026.
maltabiennale.art
A dynamic programme of public events will also accompany the pavilions which include but are not limited to: interactive workshops and participatory events tailored to engage artists, students, schools, colleges, and the wider community. The programme will feature artist-in-residence projects, public talks, lectures, and informal conversations, alongside more structured formats such as panel and round table discussions, conferences, and online dialogues with international experts. By combining on-site and online formats, these initiatives aim to foster dialogue, collaboration, and creative exploration. Complementing these knowledge-sharing activities are hands-on workshops, demonstrations, communal sound gatherings, and audiovisual performances, all designed to cultivate collective experiences and deepen cultural exchange.
The Malta Biennale 2026, will take place from March 11 to May 29, 2026 (March 11 – 13 preview days), across some 11 Heritage Malta historic sites and museums, in Valletta, il-Birgu, ix-Xagħra and Gozo’s Ċittadella.
Tickets for the Malta Biennale 2026, will be available for purchase via the Malta Biennale website – www.maltabiennale.art – on December 15.
The Malta Biennale is a Heritage Malta initiative, organised in partnership with Arts Council Malta and in collaboration with Visit Malta, the Ministry of Culture, Lands and Local Government, and the Ministry for Foreign Affairs and Tourism.
For all media enquiries, please contact Lisa Gwen Chetcuti on: communications@maltabiennale.art maltabiennale.art is online. Official website: www.maltabiennale.art
Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn: @maltabiennale.art
maltabiennale.art
MUŻA, Auberge D’Italie,
Merchants Street, Valletta,
Malta, VLT 1170
Feagaimaalii Soti-Mapu has officially begun her duties as the newly crowned Miss Samoa after being handed over by the coordinating organization, Onomea Production. CEO Afioga Niumata Kitiona Pogi expressed excitement about welcoming Miss Samoa to the authority, highlighting the significance of her role as an ambassador for Samoa.
An American Samoan social media influencer, Faima Darius Tua, known as “Faimafiliotamaitai” or “SMACK,” has concluded his familiarisation trip to Samoa and has praised the opportunity he had to experience the beauty of Samoa.
Samoa Tourism Authority is happy to announce our collaboration with AgencyFour3 as we prepare for an unforgettable kickoff to 2026, with the UB40 Pacific tour featuring the legendary Ali Campbell, set to light up Samoa.
There is no better way to explore Samoa’s stunning waters than through an exhilarating jetski adventure with Jetski Samoa, now available. Designed for both locals and visitors, Jetski Samoa offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the extraordinary beauty of the islands while enjoying an adrenaline-pumping experience.
The Samoa Tourism Authority extends its warmest congratulations to the Samoa Airways ground handling team for receiving the Most Improved Airport Customer Satisfaction International award at the Qantas Annual Global Airport Leaders Forum, which took place from 27 to 30 October 2025.
Return to Paradise Resort has formally announced its partnership with Radisson Hotel Group, joining the Radisson Individuals brand. This collaboration will enable the resort to uphold its unique Samoan identity, culture, and family-owned heritage while gaining enhanced international visibility, commercial support and global distribution.