Christina Leala-Gale

Very Pacific and Samoan at heart. Views are my own. Thank You.

[Ministry of Trade, Co-operatives, MSMEs and Comms @MCTTTFiji]

“We really want to thank @FijianGovt and give back to your economy. The process has been really great” Phil & Jo were amongst the first group of yachts arriving via our Blue Lane. They were guided by local Taxi Operator, Uncle Sam Nadi Taxi. Welcome to #Fiji 🛥

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

#PacificUnite Concert coming online this Saturday 15 Aug, celebrates the bond that we have as a region and as part of this global family to overcome this crisis and more. @PacTourismOrg a proud supporter, together we can get through this.

[Embassy of Japan in Fiji 在フィジー日本国大使館 @JAPANembFIJI]

Pleased to be part of providing “Micro-Credentials Online Course💻 for the Tourism Sector🏖️” through its global programme, “Supporting an Inclusive and Multi-Sectoral Response to #COVID19 and Addressing its Socio-Economic Impact” implemented by @UNDP_Pacific . #StrongerTogerher

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

Exciting times ahead with all iur partners and countries as move online! @PacTourismOrg @aptcpacific @UNCDF

[Embassy of Japan in Fiji 在フィジー日本国大使館 @JAPANembFIJI]

Pleased to be part of providing “Micro-Credentials Online Course💻 for the Tourism Sector🏖️” through its global programme, “Supporting an Inclusive and Multi-Sectoral Response to #COVID19 and Addressing its Socio-Economic Impact” implemented by @UNDP_Pacific . #StrongerTogerher

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

Two Partnership launches today to support recovery of the tourism sector in the Pacific.#AlwaysPacific campaign to kick off the partnership between The Pacific Tourism Organisation & Travel Foundation. #Microcredential trainings through #APTC with support from #UNCDF & #Japan.

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

The Socio-Cultural Sustainability pillar of tourism development should support the disaster recovery process as well as protect and safeguard our children from sex related crimes by tourists. #pacifictourism #safetyofchildrenandcommunities
#adrafiji #spto

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

Unsafe and Unseen Report #PlanInternationalfiji a must read. Sign the petition on 'Every Child Everywhere in School Advocacy' https://t.co/SGZ0Re6UdV
#adrafiji #educationinemergencies

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

Laughing so hard when a presenter at this conference said 'In light of what we witnessed with some England players after the RWC2019 final, we need to educate our children to not cancel the party during emergencies' You made my day😉 #educationinemergencies
#worldrugbyeducation

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

Multi-Disciplinary Conference on Education in Emergencies launches in Suva Fiji this morning. As the Pacific Tourism Organisation enters into partnership with ADRA Fiji for a tourism project on Koro Island, we are here to learn about the work of ADRA and partners in this area.

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

Oceania 7s 2019 welcoming reception tonight in Suva highlights the important role of rugby in creating lasting friendships and strong partnerships. Inclusiveness demonstrated by the inclusion of deaf rugby in this year's tournament is so special. #sportstourism #pacificrugby

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

'We can achieve everything if we work together as one' my memory of the RWC 2019 Final. #Kolisi #Springboks #samoanfan #arigatojapan

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

Regional Tourism Sector Skills Partnership planning with APTC, SPC and the Pacific Tourism Organisation. #humanresourcedevelopment
#raisingregionalstandards
#sustainabletourism

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

China is willing to support training programs for the Pacific to adapt to and minimize climate change impacts. SPREP hosts the Pacific Climate Change Centre. Be good to have practical and tailored training for the tourism sector.

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

Promoting opportunities through a China-Pacific Tourism Development Initiative founded on sustainable development. #Pacifictourismorganisation
#sustainabilitythewayforward
#mutualbenefits

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

"The future of the Pacific's economic and social development resulting from Tourism and Trade lies in Asia and in particular China - and that's a reality" Hon. Prime Minister of Samoa.
#peopletopeopleconnectivity
#spto
#pacifictourism

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

Of the eight areas of Cooperation, H.E. Vice Premiere Hu Chanhua emphasized the strengthening of Trade and Tourism as a key priority
#ChinaPacificRelations2019
#tourismopportunitiesahead
#3rdChinaPacificEconomicForum

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

The 3rd China-Pacific Island Countries Economic Development and Cooperation Forum officially opens today in #BeautifulSamoa. #sustainabletourism
#opportunities
#mutualbenefits

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

Fiji Energy Benchmarking Study Workshop 2. This is important to SPTO's work on supporting the transition to a more sustainable tourism industry. Here to learn how we can be able to help the hotel sector, government and others find support to achieve the NDC targets!

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

SPTO and Vuda Marina are taking part in the Fiji Ocean Data Stakeholder Engagement and Product Discussion in Suva. Advocating for improved communication of ocean information for tourism planning at different levels.

[Christina Leala-Gale @tinaleala]

The last two days of workshop in Port Moresby was the first step in making visitor and locals' experiences in farm tours, food and cultural festivals, culinary experiences a greater celebration of our identities with tourism as an enabler. Opportunities are endless.