As new resorts development booms in Vanutu, the tiny island nation is becoming a must see destination on any island lovers list. Vanuatu announced a record 44.6 per cent increase in visitor for April this year over the same time last year. Although Fiji may still be retaining attracting more visitors, Vanuatu is quickly catching up and may one day eclipse it. 

The growth appears to be due to a number of factors including a revamped tourism website, more flights to the island and upgraded infrastructure. A new loop road on the main island of Efate, funded by the US and New Zealand governments, is due for completion in June next year. It will improve access to attractions outside Vila and, it is hoped, encourage investment in tourism businesses such as resorts and restaurants.

The most significant development, however, is the rise in boutique luxury accommodation options, which are fast eclipsing large resorts such as Le Meridien and Le Lagon in Port Vila. New properties  include The Havannah, which is due to open eight designer bungalows this month; Eratap Beach Resort, which has 12 private beachfront villas; and Tamanu, which has five cottages on a secluded island.

This is an exciting time in Vanutu and no doubt I will be featuring more island resorts in the future.

Source: WA Today