Papua New Guinea won the Best Booth award in the National Tourism Organisation category at the Travel Madness Expo 2026 held from July 10 to 12, 2026, in Manila, Philippines.
More than 170 tourism organizations, airlines, hotels, resorts, and travel agencies from the Philippines and across Asia participated in the three-day event. Air Niugini, the PNG Tourism Promotion Authority (PNGTPA), and various tourism operators jointly presented the Papua New Guinea exhibition.
Collaborative Efforts Highlighted by Air Niugini Leadership
Alan Milne, CEO of Air Niugini, said: “This recognition is a wonderful achievement for Papua New Guinea as it demonstrates what can be accomplished when the national airline, PNGTPA
and tourism operators work together to showcase our country as a vibrant, welcoming and trustworthy destination.” Joshua Koh, Air Niugini’s Regional Manager Asia and participation coordinator, commented: “Winning the Best Booth Award was something we had never expected, making this recognition even more special. This award belongs to everyone who contributed to the Papua New Guinea stand, including PNGTPA, the tourism operators, hotel partners and the Air Niugini team.”
Papua New Guinea Booth Showcased Cultural Heritage and Unique Tourism
The Papua New Guinea exhibition booth highlighted the country’s unique tourism experiences, rich cultural heritage, and diverse visitor attractions. The award recognizes the strength of collaboration to showcase Papua New Guinea
as a vibrant and trustworthy destination.
Upcoming Promotional Events in Singapore and Hong Kong
Following the Manila expo, Air Niugini and PNGTPA will continue promotions at the NATAS Travel Fair Singapore from August 21 to 23, 2026, and the Holiday and Travel Expo Hong Kong from September 25 to 27, 2026.
Significance of Travel Madness Expo 2026 in Asian Tourism Market
The Travel Madness Expo 2026 is one of Asia’s leading travel exhibitions, providing a platform for destination promotion and partnership building among Asian tourism markets. The event gathered more than 170 tourism entities across Asia, highlighting regional tourism recovery and collaboration. Papua New Guinea’s recognition underlines its expanding presence in key regional tourism events and strategic steps
taken by Air Niugini and PNGTPA to promote tourism across Asia.
