Samoa is fully open and we can’t wait to welcome you back to our shores.
As announced on 22nd September, Covid-19 related conditions which required travellers to take a supervised test and show prrof of vaccination have been lifted.
With the removal of Covid-19 entry requirements, travellers are encouraged to take note of the following from the Ministry of Health:
The safety of visiting guests, friends and relatives and our host communities remain a priority. Beautiful Samoa awaits!
Click here to download a copy of the updated travel advice.
After such a long time, we know the excitement to travel is very real. We also know that as you anticipate the opportunity explore new places again, there is so much to think about when it comes to deciding which destinations will be safest to visit and what your experience might look like in a post-COVID world.
Samoa has everything you need for the ideal post-COVID getaway. Despite its relatively small size as an island nation in the South Pacific, Samoa offers a huge range of accommodation options to suit every type of traveller and budget.
More InfoAs you might expect from a warm tropical island surrounded by sea, Samoan food is about as fresh as it gets. Delicious seafood is caught every day in Samoa thanks to its thriving local fishing industry, while tropical fruit and vegetable plantations enriched by fertile volcanic soil are scattered throughout the countryside.
More InfoIt might be a nation of small islands but there’s something for everyone to enjoy in Samoa, and with so much to see and do, you really can create your own adventure here. Naturally, though, there’s probably no better place to start your Samoan escape while getting a feel for what the islands are all about than one of Samoa’s idyllic white sandy beaches.
More InfoWe’re on the road to welcoming visitors to Samoa again but reigniting our tourism sector must be done carefully and responsibly to guarantee the safety of our communities and guests. At the same time, Samoa’s hotel and experience operators must be well prepared to deliver upon all the expectations of our next arrivals.
With the help of Samoa Tourism Authority’s Travel Ready Toolkit, there are plenty of steps you can take to create a COVID-safe environment for your customers, staff, and surrounding communities. Above all, operators who can offer plenty of guidance and reassurance will be vital to Samoa’s effort to reopen to tourism safely and confidently.
More InfoOur past research has found there are lots of reasons why people choose to visit Samoa – from feeling welcomed and experiencing our nation’s colour and vibrancy, to enjoying people’s humour, culture, and daily life. We also know that many visitors are attracted to Samoa because their time here makes them feel uplifted and ready to return home reinvigorated.
More InfoSamoa’s tourism industry has been hit hard by the COVID-19 pandemic. Early in 2020, swift decision making by the government saw Samoa’s borders close to international arrivals, of which, two-thirds were travellers from New Zealand and Australia making up nearly three-quarters (72%) of visitor spend pre-pandemic.
More InfoIt’s been a while, but pent-up travellers will soon start making enquiries again as overseas trips begin to look more like a reality. But are you prepared for it? With the pandemic completely changing the game for advisors in the travel space, we’ve got everything you need to help you sell Samoa in a new world of travel.
As we anticipate the return of travel, advisors in the travel trade will be eager to find out what’s changed since they last booked a Samoan escape in 2019 – and how to go about planning and booking their next Samoan adventure once enquiries start to pick up.
More InfoDeveloping your expertise in a destination gives you the best chance of inspiring travellers while helping you curate the right packages for every type of consumer. It’s easy to become a Samoan travel specialist by using the many tools, resources, and online training modules that you’ll find available on our frequently updated Samoan Specialist platform.
More InfoAfter a long stretch without taking an overseas trip, visitors to Samoa will be looking for authentic cultural experiences which offer the opportunity to put the pandemic and those feelings of confinement behind them – finally. Within the Pacific region, Samoa is the perfect ‘long-haul’ holiday destination that’s not quite long haul but promises the same feelings of disconnect from home, relaxation, and cultural immersion.
More InfoOur airline partners have also been working hard behind the scene and taking extra steps during this time to help protect travellers. We understand there will be changes implemented to ensure everyone is safe during their journey. As a result, each partner has updated their policies so you can book with confidence.