Presentation/s:

Balancing bets and culture: perceptions of casino tourism in Papua New Guinea at 50 years of Independence
Dr Joyce Rayel, Head of Tourism and Hospitality Management Division, University of Papua New Guinea, Imelda Atu, Lecturer, University of Papua New Guinea, Ronald Raka, Lecturer, University of Papua New Guinea, Kamuna Kipa, Tutor, University of Papua New Guinea, Eki Kundi, Lecturer, University of Papua New Guinea
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The influence of psychographic traits, activity preferences and perceived barriers on domestic tourism demand in Papua New Guinea
Imelda Atu, Lecturer, University of Papua New Guinea, Dr Joyce Rayel, Head of Tourism and Hospitality Management Division, University of Papua New Guinea, Ronald Raka, Lecturer, University of Papua New Guinea, Eki Kundi, Lecturer, University of Papua New Guinea, Kamuna Kipa, Tutor, University of Papua New Guinea
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Predicting inbound tourism to Papua New Guinea: Insights from economic, political, and digital indicators
Kamuna Kipa, Tutor, University of Papua New Guinea, Dr Joyce Rayel, Head of Tourism and Hospitality Management Division, University of Papua New Guinea
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The 2025 PNG Update was held on 21-22 August 2025.

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