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Tuvalu Embraces Digital Transformation with SPTO’s Pacific Digital Champions Training Program
The Tuvalu Department of Tourism and its stakeholders embraced the opportunity to progress digital transformation, through the Pacific Tourism Organisations (SPTO) Pacific Digital Champions training program. Funded by the New Zealand Government...
French Polynesia Embraces Digital Transformation with Pacific Digital Champions Training
Tahiti tourism operators and stakeholders from Destination Management Companies, cruise and tour operators, Tahiti Tourisme, yacht charters, and travel agencies reinforced their commitment to digital transformation and turned out in numbers in...
Connecting Islands, Empowering Lives: Wallis and Futuna’s Digital Leap
Wallis and Futuna are embarking on a remarkable journey toward digital transformation. The French Territory embraces cutting-edge technology to enhance and promote economic growth and foster digital transformation by participating in the Pacific...
Biden-Harris Administration Announces $636 Million in Grants to Improve Airport Infrastructure
Friday, August 9, 2024 WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced more than $636 million for 320 grants in 46 states and American Samoa to improve our nation’s airport infrastructure....
Biden-Harris Administration Announces More Than $374 Million in Grants to Improve Airports
Friday, July 26, 2024 WASHINGTON — The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced more than $374 million for airfield, safety, and other improvement projects at 299 airports in 46 states and American...
SPTO Meetings And Events Set To Occur In Christchurch From 10th May
The Pacific Tourism Organisation welcomes the confirmation of attendance from 18 of its members, for the 10th May SPTO Board meeting in Christchurch, New Zealand. On the sidelines of the meeting, SPTO will also be convening workshops on: MEL &...
Visitor Arrivals Decreased in June 2024
Posted on Jul 30, 2024 in News For Immediate Release: July 30, 2024 HONOLULU—According to preliminary statistics from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), total visitor arrivals and total visitor spending in June...
PRESS RELEASE – Pure Indulgence Secures Championship Title at Neptune SIGFA 25th International Tournament
The 25th Samoa International Game Fishing Association (SIGFA) Tournament drew to a thrilling close with Pure Indulgence clinching the coveted championship title for 2024. Over four exhilarating days, 24 teams, comprising anglers from Australia,...
Quick Guide to Choosing a State to Set Up a LLC - Business Owners can open an LLC in any State in the USA
American Samoa’s Unique Location Makes it the Ideal place for LLC formation no matter current Business location! LAGUNA BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, August 29, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- American Samoa’s Unique Location Makes it the Ideal place for...
Superlative Sound: U.S. Pacific Fleet Band Shares Culture with Pacific Islands, Continues Proud Tradition
In 2024, the U.S. Pacific Fleet Band shared its music with 2.5 million people in nine countries and four Hawaiian Islands. Its 600 engagements included concerts for the community, performances for school children, official Navy events and...
Visitor Industry Declined in May 2024
Posted on Jun 27, 2024 in News For Immediate Release: June 27, 2024 HONOLULU—According to preliminary statistics from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), total visitor arrivals and total visitor spending in May...
Visitor Arrivals and Visitor Spending Decreased in April 2024
Posted on May 30, 2024 in News For Immediate Release: May 30, 2024 HONOLULU—According to preliminary statistics from the Department of Business, Economic Development and Tourism (DBEDT), total visitor arrivals and total visitor spending in April...
August 2024 Visitor Arrivals Recovered 88.4 Percent Compared to Pre-Pandemic August 2019
Posted on Sep 30, 2024 in News For Immediate Release: September 30, 2024 HONOLULU—August 2024 total visitor arrivals represent an 88.4 percent recovery compared to pre-pandemic August 2019 and total visitor spending was higher than August 2019...
What is the Difference between an LLC and a Corporation
PAGO PAGO, AMERICAN SAMOA, UNITED STATES OF AMERICA, May 13, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Have you decided to finally take your business to the next level? Your peers and colleagues might have said something about starting a corporation or forming...
NRPA Launches New Initiative to Develop Year-Round Workforce Pathways for Youth in Parks and Recreation
Ashburn, VA, Feb. 21, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) is proud to launch a new initiative dedicated to developing a Workforce Development Framework for local park and recreation agencies. Funding for...
Understanding the Differences: Choosing Between DBA or LLC for a Business
Aspiring entrepreneurs often face the daunting task of choosing the right business structure for a venture. NEW PORT BEACH, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, February 20, 2024 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Aspiring entrepreneurs often face the daunting task of...
The Best State to Form an LLC isn't even a State (Hint it's a Territory)
Best state to form LLC wasn't a state, but a Territory? Best state to form LLC is American Samoa. Visit llc.as.gov to register a limited liability company. LONG BEACH, CALIFORNIA, UNITED STATES, August 22, 2022 /EINPresswire.com/ -- Want to...