New Caledonia Blog
March 31, 2021
31 March 2021: Today marks the launch of New Caledonia Tourism (NCT)’s Caledonian Dream Season 2. Designed to inspire and help Australians plan their first overseas […]
January 15, 2020
New Caledonia’s flagship carrier Aircalin now have the distinction of being the first ever airline to bring the new-age A330neo aircraft to Asia-Pacific.
November 28, 2019
Aircalin took delivery of two 291-seat, wide-bodied Airbus A330neo aircraft in August and September this year.
August 23, 2019
Just about every family in Australia has ticked off the Fiji all-inclusive holiday. Many have been to Bali too. We’re here to tell you that you may be missing out.
March 7, 2019
Whether you want to snorkel in turquoise pristine lagoons amongst tropical fish and turtles, horse ride with stockmen in vast cattle stations, meet local tribes who keep their culture alive, or enjoy fine dining before hitting the dance floor on an overwater nightclub, one country has it all, and much more.
July 21, 2017
Tourism is one of the driving forces of global economic growth, and currently provides for 1 in 11 jobs worldwide. By giving access to decent work opportunities in the tourism sector, society particularly youth and women, can benefit from increased skills and professional development. The sector’s contribution to job creation is reflected in Target 8.9 ‘’By 2030 devise and implement policies that contribute to sustainable tourism that creates jobs and promotes local culture and products” (UNWTO).
July 13, 2017
As a sector that requires substantial energy input, tourism can accelerate the shift toward renewable energy and increase its share in the global energy mix. Consequently, by promoting sound and long-term investments in sustainable energy sources, tourism can help to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, mitigate climate change and contribute to innovative and new energy solutions in urban, regional and remote areas. (UNWTO)
July 13, 2017
In May, the entire NCT team gave a warm welcome for their new director Jean-Marc Mocellin. A New Caledonian by birth, he has returned home after a lengthy and successful period in the international hospitality business.
July 13, 2017
For the first time, New Caledonia's tourism professionals held a workshop in China, focusing on New Caledonia as a tourist destination, with a view to developing and establishing business relationships with the Chinese tourism industry. A first approach which proved highly instructive for the 15 local travel professionals taking part, with numerous meetings arranged from 12 to 16 June in Beijing and Shanghai.
