If it makes you happy to be the go-to expert about all things travel, you’ll be elated by Tourism Fiji’s new Matai program that’s specially designed to upskill advisors on selling this island paradise with confidence. Plus you can win your own Fijian holiday to enjoy some island time!
The Fijian word ‘matai’ means “to be knowledgeable or expert” and that’s exactly what you’ll be with Tourism Fiji’s Matai specialist training program. They know advisors are super-busy right now, so the program requires low commitment for big rewards.
And if you complete your training and become a Silver Matai Agent before 1 December 2022, you’ll have the chance to win one of two amazing Fijian island holiday prizes and be crowned Tourism Fiji’s #happiestmatai.
Tell me more about those fantastic Fiji vacays up for grabs
To celebrate Fiji being open for happiness for 12 months, Tourism Fiji has two amazing Fijian holidays to give away. For a chance to win, all you need to do is qualify as a Silver Matai Agent by 1 December 2022.
Prize #1: 5 nights’ accommodation at Vomo Island Fiji for two, a Nama Fiji skincare gift pack, return speedboat transfers, all meals and non-alcoholic beverages for your entire stay plus much more including use of all non-motorised watersports equipment and a daily snorkel safari by boat.
Prize #2: 2 nights’ in an oceanview bure at Malolo Island Fiji for two adults and two kids with an available upgrade to the next-best category on check-in, FJD$200 resort credit and transfers on South Sea Cruises to Malolo for two adults and two children (under 12) and a Malamala Beach Club Day Pass.
Colour me happy! So, what’s the Matai program all about?
Tourism Fiji launched its new and improved Matai program with courses, training, updates and heaps more earlier this year. It’s designed to upskill those who are new to travel or give advisors a refresher on all things Fiji.
Matai agent specialists are also first to know about any famils, events, promotions and competitions for that expert edge.
There’s three levels: Bronze, Silver and Gold, each with bonus benefits.
Here’s some of the perks of being a Matai Agent:
- Knowledge: Courses cover everything about the destination from a comprehensive intro to info on Fiji’s regions. Plus there’s specialist training about off-the-beaten-track experiences or active adventures and fun facts and quizzes, too.
- Peer learning: Lean into the collective know-how of your colleagues and the Tourism Fiji team via the site forum. Ask your question and get it answered by the experts!
- Selling Fiji: Learn tips and tricks for selling, upselling, building itineraries and more to create amazing trips for your clients. Add a cool badge to advertise your Fiji Matai Specialist status.
- Curated itineraries: Use the readymade Matai itineraries as a guide or book the exact trip for families, couples, group travel and more. So easy.
- News and updates: The dedicated news section makes sure you’re on top of the latest info to help you sell or to share with clients.
- Resource library: Downloadable info such as timetables, specialist videos, wedding planning and popular adventure products plus fact sheets and marketing tools.
- Industry rates: Matai Agents can access industry rates direct from property and resort partners.
You can also level up to Silver Matai Agent status for these benefits:
- Onsite bookings: Log your bookings on the Matai site to go towards extra-special bonuses.
- Agent spotlight: Silver agents will be listed on Tourism Fiji’s consumer site, allowing customers to find you!
- Tourism Fiji famils: Silver agents will have the opportunity to join Tourism Fiji famils throughout the year. These invitation-only famils are targeted to your selling history and designed to be extra-beneficial for travel advisors.
And Gold Matai Agents receive these additional perks:
- Global Gold Matai Conference: Tourism Fiji will hand-select Gold agents, based on your logged bookings. VIP Gold agents will be invited to attend the annual Global Gold Matai Conference in Fiji as a spectacular reward for your dedicated Fiji sales.
- Agent spotlight: Your Gold Matai status will be recognised on the Tourism Fiji consumer site, showing customers that you are truly a Fiji expert.
How do I win and become the #happiestmatai?
It’s super-easy. Simply register for the Fiji Matai Specialist training program and achieve your Silver certificate to be in the running to win one of these two fantastic Fiji vacays.
Sign up now at specialist.fiji.travel
