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PAPUA New Guinea’s national flag carrier, Air Niugini, is offering incredible discounts every Tuesday for domestic travelers.
According to a November 2020 Air Niugini media release, the specials are published at 0900 hours every Tuesday. Air Niugini email subscribers and Facebook followers are the first to be alerted. Fares have gone as low as PGK19 with a limited travel window, terms and conditions apply. See the Air Niugini Facebook page and the Air Niugini latest offers page.
The Tuesday special saver has sparked a massive interest in domestic travel, especially with the lingering restrictions to international inbound travel due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many PNG residents have taken advantage of the slashed prices and visited places in PNG that would have been too expensive to travel to on a normal fare.
The Tourism Promotion Authority CEO Mr. Eric Mossman Uvovo commended Air Niugini for its Tuesday Specials and discounted fares. “These airfare discounts come at a critical time when our tourism industry is struggling to fill rooms, book seats and sell tours,” he said. He further encouraged more PNG residents to take advantage of the reduced fares and explore the country while the opportunity was around.
Local tour operators in East New Britain, have capitalized on the rise in domestic travel due to Air Niugini’s discounted airfares, and are heavily promoting affordable tour packages that can be enjoyed by local and expatriate residents.
In the land of ‘A Million Different Journeys’ Papua New Guinea is proving to be an ideal place for local travelers.
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For further information about the Air Niugini Domestic Tuesday Specials and other special fares, email: info@papuanewguinea.travel
THE beginning of 2020 was the most challenging year for tourism in Papua New Guinea and across the globe. Especially with border closures, travel restrictions, cancelled bookings and a multitude of issues that severely hurt our tourism industry.
However, in the last quarter of the year in Papua New Guinea, event organizers in our tourism industry have sought ways to still bring people together in a safe and comfortable environment to celebrate, share common interests and enjoy life.
“If there is ever an industry as hopeful and resilient, it is our Papua New Guinean tourism industry,” said TPA CEO Mr. Eric Mossman Uvovo. He added, “PNG is a challenging place to do business and the tourism industry have survived it all, even this COVID-19 pandemic. Our people are still traveling and spending money within the economy. This is the result of our tourism industry working together”.
Independence celebrations, craft markets, cultural performances and a variety of other events took place without issues. Events like the Karimui Show in Simbu, Break Free PNG Boera Experience, Sogeri Pineapple Festival in the Central Province and the Sepik Culture and Agriculture Show revived the nation’s event scene, proving people in PNG could still come together to celebrate even in the shadow of a global pandemic.
A slew of events are expected for the 2021 Tourism Events Calendar. Event organizers are offering PNG residents and visitors the opportunity to be a part of their special celebrations. Click on the Cultural Show Calendar and Industry Events Calendar on the TPA website.
Next year in 2021, experience something new and exciting like a cultural show. Paint your face another tribal color, dance the Weipa at the Hagen Show, witness a sacred dance at the National Mask Festival and Warwagira, paddle with warriors in a war canoe at the National Kenu and Kundu Festival, pet a live ‘pukpuk’ at the Sepik River Crocodile and Arts Festival, or sample the world’s best tasting coffee at the Goroka Show, there is literally so much to see and do in the land of a million different journeys.
For further information about the 2021 Events Calendar, email: info@papuanewguinea.travel
The Enga Cultural Show Committee has announced that the 2020 Enga Show is all set to go ahead as planned from Friday 7th to Sunday 9th August at the Aipus Rugby Field in Wabag.
Enga Governor Sir Peter Ipatas said, “The Enga Cultural Show has grown to become an important part of the annual cycle of Enga Province over the past 25 years. Only 1% of people who come to the show are from outside. It is the people’s show first and foremost and the people of Enga are as eager as ever to unite and display their authentic traditional culture.”
Enga responded with swiftness at the announcement of the first Covid-19 virus in PNG in March, closing its borders to outsiders and stopping all FIFO workers from coming to the Pogera Mine within just days. Enga’s Governor put in an astonishing amount of mileage travelling by road across the province, to personally address communities and kick start what has become an on-going awareness campaign.
Dr Betty Koka, Director of Public Health with the Enga Provincial Health Authority, who is rolling out the awareness program said, “Enga also has the advantage of being the only province in PNG that speaks the one language, making the communication of health messages travel much further, faster in a country where word of mouth is still the main way to spread awareness messages.”
The Enga Governor said, “The Covid-19 Pandemic has affected the tourism industry globally. But it also presents an opportunity for Papua New Guineans who might have been planning to travel overseas to instead turn inward and support our country’s tourism industry. We would like to welcome people from other provinces come to Enga to see our authentic cultural displays, experience our pure environment, enjoy our famous fresh food produce and the hospitality of our friendly people.”
Enga Cultural Show Committee Chairlady and Director of Commerce, Culture and Tourism, Margaret Potane said, “With the cancellation of the 2020 Mt Hagen & Goroka Show, Enga will be the only Highlands show to go ahead this year and have we have launched the “Lukim Ples Pastaim/See Home First” campaign, calling for all Papua New Guineans and PNG residents to come and experience authentic Engan and Highlands culture and hospitality.”
“This year we will scale down the number of singsing groups to 30 and we already have singsing groups coming in to register from all our districts. Our famous display of ancient rituals, traditional skills, crafts and art will also still go on.”
“We will also be staging a number of show program side events, including an art exhibition, the Enga Fashion Fair, sand painting workshops and the Tasting Enga dinner”, Mrs Potane said.
The show committee plans to announce 2020 the show theme and full program in the next month.
More information and tickets for the Enga Cultural Show visit www.engashow.com.
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A press conference was held, 31st October 2019 at 10am, at the Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority (PNG TPA) Boardroom. This was to announce the Naming Rights Sponsorship of K250,000 in kind by PNG TPA to Miss Pacific Islands Pageant PNG (MPIP PNG) to host the 2019 Miss Pacific Islands Pageant here in Port Moresby from the 24th November 2019 – 1st December 2019. The Theme is “Pacific We Are, One Step, One Aspiration”.
Mr Jerry Agus (CEO, PNG TPA) made the opening remarks saying, “On behalf of the Marape-Steven Government and Minister for Tourism, Arts & Culture and Member for Kokopo Open, Hon. Emil Tammur, I am pleased to announce this sponsorship and partnership”
“PNG TPA as the organisation in charge of Tourism in the country is mandated to promote PNG as a destination and Port Moresby as a MICE hotspot and so PNG TPA is supporting the Miss Pacific Islands Pageant PNG for the following reasons:
Mr Agus concluded by saying ” We look forward to welcoming all the Island Queens and their delegations to Papua New Guinea”.
PNG TPA is the Official Naming Rights Sponsor of the 2019 Miss Pacific Islands Pageant and will host the Welcome Gala Dinner, Float Parades and with the support of our national flag carrier – host the East New Britain Trip for the Island Queens.
For further information email PNGTPA director marketing Ms. Alice Kuaningi, marketing@papuanewguinea.travel
For more information on the event, click: Miss Pacific Islands PNG Pageant
L-R:
Niawali Twaine (Former Miss PNG and MPIP PNG Committee Member)
Genevieve Falevai-Igara (MPIP PNG Deputy Chairperson)
Lewa Kanah (MPIP PNG Treasurer & Head Chaperone)
Alice Kuaningi (PNG TPA Marketing Director)
Lucy Maino (Miss PNG)
Jerry Agus (PNG TPA CEO)
Leoshina Kariha (Miss Pacific Islands)
Molly O’Rourke (MPIP PNG Chairperson)
Pamela Hoepel-Aupae (PNG TPA Marketing)
Monica Toisenegila (MPIP PNG Secretary)
PAPUA New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority launched an exciting destination video captured in 360 virtual reality at the APEC Haus in Port Moresby, Monday 22nd July.
The launch of the 360 VR video was part of the inaugural ‘Promoting PNG Positively Online’ event sponsored by PNGTPA and co-hosted with Trostle Films, the team behind the development and production of the PNG 360-VR video.
The ‘Promoting PNG Positively Online’ event was a bold step at initiating discussions about addressing the negative perceptions PNG has as a travel destination and how Papua New Guineans can all be tourism ambassadors by using their online presence to create positive content about the country.
Guest speakers at the event included: Miss Pacific Islands Leoshina Kariha, Trostle Films film director Micah Trostle, digital marketing entrepreneur Ian Hetri, popular music sensation Anslom, local tour operator Florence Bunari, photographer and media marketer Autu Autu, and general manager of Walindi Plantation Resort Cheyne Benjamin.
“PNGTPA is embarking on new and creative ways to market and promote Papua New Guinea. We’ve found it’s not enough to simply talk about our destination, or show them brochures or try and install some big billboards and all those traditional ways of marketing and promoting a destination.
“Destination marketing has changed drastically over the past few years. This 360 VR project is a new promotional tool for us and we aim to share more videos through this innovative new medium,” said Jerry Agus, CEO of PNG Tourism Promotion Authority.
The ‘Promoting PNG Positively Online’ event and 360 VR tourism video launch is a culmination of a four-week long project PNGTPA had undertaken with Trostle Films.
PNGTPA and the Trostle Films team, led by 20-year old film director Micah Trostle, filmed in Port Moresby, Milne Bay, Western Highlands, Enga, East New Britain and New Ireland.
Since posting the video on Facebook on July 22nd, the Papua New Guinea tourism 360 VR video has received over 300,000 views. PNGTPA will be sharing the video on YouTube as well as their official travel website: www.papuanewguinea.travel
Miss Pacific Islands Leoshina Kariha and PNGTPA director marketing Alice Kuaningi at the 360 VR tourism video launch. Credit: Laurence Korup
PNG Tourism Promotion Authority CEO Jerry Agus officially launching the 360 VR tourism video. Credit: Trevor Mallen
Viewers at the 360 VR tourism video launch hosted by the PNG Tourism Promotion Authority and Trostle Films. Credit: Laurence Korup
For further information, email PNGTPA director marketing Ms. Alice Kuaningi: marketing@papuanewguinea.travel
The Tourism Promotion Authority through the Ministry of Tourism Arts and Culture will renovate the historical Raun Raun Theatre in Goroka, Eastern Highlands with a K100,000 funding.
Minister for Tourism Arts and Culture Hon. Emil Tammur MP said work will begin immediately to get the iconic traditional structure ready for the Goroka Show in September this year.
Minister Tammur said the funding support from Tourism Promotion Authority (TPA) was timely as the facility will host several performances for tourists during the Goroka Show weekend.
“My Ministry is grateful for TPA recognising the importance of rehabilitating the Raun Raun Theatre and for capturing this funding in their 2019 budget because it is an iconic structure and a tourism attraction on its own,” said the Minister.
The Minister said sadly many such valuable structures around the country which are part of PNG’s historical and cultural heritage have been neglected over the years due to lack of funding.
Minister Tammur said under the Marape/Steven Government, culture and tourism, will be a key focus for development not only for economic empowerment but to also instill pride in our cultural heritage for our people, particularly the younger generation.
He said TPA has also funded other major tourism products and infrastructure in Eastern Highlands including the Asaro Mudaman Amphitheatre (performance stage and amenities for tourists including toilets) in Mando in the Daulo Electorate and the Kemase Tourism Site in Lufa.
TPA Chief Executive Officer Mr Jerry Agus said this was part of the Authority’s overall product development program to revive tourism in Goroka and Eastern Highlands.
Mr Agus said similar projects are also being undertaken in the other provinces as well under the TPA’s overall product development scheme.
Minister Tammur said once the Raun Raun theatre has been rehabilitated it is hoped that the structure will be used by schools for educational programs and visits by tourists after the Goroka Show.
For further information, email the TPA Provincial Coordination and Product Development Division: ppd@papuanewguinea.travel
For media enquiries email Mr. Colin Taimbari: colin.taimbari@papuanewguinea.
Heliconia, the video production company behind the hit television show, “Epic Trails,” announced that its highly anticipated second season opener featured Papua New Guinea, which aired 4th June 2019, on FOX Sports Network.
“Epic Trails” host, Eric Hanson, spent over a week in Papua New Guinea venturing on foot into the vastly untouched, raw nature of the country exploring the diverse landscapes and colorful culture. The episode features Hanson’s expeditions, from his trek on the famous and historically-significant Kokoda Track led by PNG Trekking Adventures, to his experiences around the remote yet luxury Rondon Ridge, a Trans Niugini Tours property in the heart of the Highlands.
“When it boils right down to it, PNG is one of the most interesting locations I’ve ever traveled to—unique in every sense. There is no question that it is worth the trip to experience the mystique of Papua New Guinea,” Hanson says.
Tune in tonight for the exciting premiere of “Epic Trails” highlighting Papua New Guinea! Following close behind the launch on FOX Sports Network, Season 2 of “Epic Trails” will begin airing on Outside TV.
“Epic Trails” fans can access more inspiring content on the “Epic Trail’s” Facebook page, Instagram account and blog. Subscribers to the show’s YouTube Channel, BackpackingTV, will enjoy a steady release of new content including behind-the-scenes VLOGS from “Epic Trails” film shoots, backpacking tips, answers to subscriber questions, and episodes of “Trackin’ Dirt” – an exciting new digital series being released in conjunction with “Epic Trails”.
For further information, email PNGTPA North-American marketing officer Ms. Pamela Hoepel-Aupae: marketing@papuanewguinea.
04 January 2018
PRESS RELEASE
THE Papua New Guinea Tourism Promotion Authority is greatly saddened by the passing of one of the last known Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels of the Battle of the Kokoda Track.
The late Havala Laula was the iconic figure head and living image of the historical Kokoda Track until his passing on Christmas Eve at his Kagi Village along the track, he was 92 years old.
PNGTPA Chief Executive Officer Mr Jerry Agus said late Laula’s passing brings to a close an enduring chapter of the Kokoda Track, especially its affection and historical bond with the Australian people.
“He gave sole and meaning to the legend of the Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels especially for the thousands of Australians that walk the Kokoda Track every year,” said Mr Agus.
The name, Fuzzy Wuzzy Angel, was a term of endearment Australian troops gave to the local Papua New Guinea villagers who were recruited during the Second World War to bring supplies to Australian troops and to evacuate injured soldiers.
Mr Agus said it was not only fitting but indeed sad that the late Laula lived to commemorate the 75thAnniversary of the Battle of the Kokoda Track before closing an incredible chapter in PNG’s war history.
He said as a popularly recognised Fuzzy Wuzzy Angel, the late Laula participated in major Kokoda 75thAnniversary commemoration programs including the movie “Fuzzy Wuzzy – Beyond the Legend” where he was featured prominently.
“The Kokoda Track and indeed the tourism sector in PNG have lost a major icon and tourism ambassador. Those that have been privileged to walk the Kokoda Track and have been honoured to make late Laula’s acquaintance will forever treasure those memories,” he said.
Mr Agus said PNG tourism, especially the Kokoda Track was greatly indebted to the late Laula as he had given life and meaning to the Fuzzy Wuzzy Angels and had raised the profile of the track through numerous marketing and promotional programs in PNG and Australia.
Mr Agus thanked the family of the late Havala Laula and the Koiari people along the Kokoda Track corridor for giving PNG tourism a truly remarkable man and the last Fuzzy Wuzzy Angel standing.
For further information email PNGTPA media coordinator colin.taimbari@papuanewguinea.travel
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