Samoa Tourism Authority (STA) and Fiji Airways have formalized their collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at enhancing their partnership. This agreement is designed to create mutual benefits and foster closer cooperation between the two organizations, aligning with their common goals in the tourism sector. 

The Lauiula Beach Club, previously known as Lauiula Beach Fales, has officially reopened to the public following extensive renovations and upgrades designed to enhance the guest experience. Located on the stunning white sandy beaches of Lano on Savaii Island, the Lauiula Beach Club now features nine beautifully restored standard beach fales and one beachfront air-conditioned villa. 

The Eagle Wings Hotel has officially opened its doors, an addition to the Samoan hospitality scene. Located in the picturesque Togafuafua, just a stone’s throw from the bustling center of Apia, this beautifully renovated property was once home to the Eden’s Edge Hotel. Eagle Wings Hotel offers a delightful array of accommodations with 7 deluxe suites complemented by 5 standard rooms.

Samoa Tourism Authority has recently upgraded two of its tourism sites as part of an ongoing project to enhance and upgrade its tourism services. 

The Savaia Giant Clams Sanctuary, one of the most visited sites, has received improvements that include a new bathroom facility complete with showers and changing rooms.

The Siusega Seventh-day Adventist Youth group, remain dedicated to their vision of a Samoa free from plastic pollution. The youth group is part of the ongoing Eco-Green Alliance Warriors project, an initiative by the Samoa Recycling and Waste Management Association or SRWMA. 

Swedish Workshop UK is a recurring trade event that brings together Swedish tourism suppliers, regional organisations, DMCs, and representatives from Visit Sweden – all under one roof.

Join us in central London on 3 November 2025 for a day of pre-booked meetings designed to help you discover new travel products, strengthen relationships, and get inspired for future itineraries.

With focused, one-to-one meetings and plenty of time to connect, Swedish Workshop is your chance to explore the very best of Sweden – in just one day.

  • Takes place the day before WTM – perfect timing to attend both events
  • Tailored for tour operators and travel designers working with the UK market
  • Meet Swedish suppliers, regional tourist boards and DMCs
  • 20-minute pre-booked meetings – you choose who to meet and when
  • Flexible format – no need to stay all day; select the time slots that work for you
  • Enjoy a Swedish buffet lunch and traditional fika served throughout the day
  • Strengthen existing partnerships and discover new opportunities

If you’re a Tour Operator or Travel Designer targeting the UK market and would like to take part, please Save the Date for Swedish Workshop London!

Samoa Tourism Authority (STA) and Fiji Airways have formalized their collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) aimed at enhancing their partnership. This agreement is designed to create mutual benefits and foster closer cooperation between the two organizations, aligning with their common goals in the tourism sector. 

The Lauiula Beach Club, previously known as Lauiula Beach Fales, has officially reopened to the public following extensive renovations and upgrades designed to enhance the guest experience. Located on the stunning white sandy beaches of Lano on Savaii Island, the Lauiula Beach Club now features nine beautifully restored standard beach fales and one beachfront air-conditioned villa. 

UK leisure travel industry professional with direct purchasing & contracting authority – Save the Date for Swedish Workshop in London!

Swedish Workshop London 2025 is Visit Sweden’s premier event in Britain for Sweden.

Most luxury brands have issues with replicas, or dupes. And this is true not only for luxury handbags, but for destinations, too. Sweden offers modern-day luxuries like tranquility, privacy, space and freedom. The luxurious four seasons? We have them all.

Some of the luxuries that make our country unique and definitely worth visiting are our free blue gems, exclusive islands, four-season stays, we’re open 24/7, our red retreats, we’re living the dream, our luxurious roots and timeless treasures.

It’s only natural that the rest of the world wants to use our name and piggyback on our brand. And they are. Did you know that there are eight places in the world called Sweden?

A Visit Sweden FAM trip is the perfect way to learn more about Sweden and our products. Our ambition is that the FAM trip will increase your knowledge of Sweden as a leisure tourist destination and be the start of new and productive business relationships for you. We hope further this will increase and improve your product portfolio of experiences in Sweden, for your clients.

Would you like to experience how Sweden is a destination with luxury of a different nature? Then have a look at the FAM trips we offer this year.

Photo credits: Henrik Trygg/Visit Sweden