The Suva City Council is now in consultations with the Fiji Police Force to provide more security and assistance for tourists, especially those from the cruise liners which are expected to call into port this year.
After it was highlighted on Fijivillage how tourists onboard the cruise liner the Pacific Dawn expressed frustration at being harassed by street vendors and hawkers, SCC Special Administrator Marica Hallacy said it is an urgent matter which needs to be looked into.
Hallacy said they intend to also appoint special security personnel to assist tourists, and ensure they are not hassled and enjoy their visit to the capital.
Fijivillage faced difficulties in approaching the tourists from the Pacific Dawn as they quickly turned and started walking away thinking we are trying to sell them something.
After informing them that we were not after their money, the tourists opened up and said they were frustrated at being tugged and pulled by street side vendors and people looking to make a quick buck.
Some of the tourists also told us that the harassment became unbearable and they could not wait to get back on the cruise liner.
Tourist protection being looked into
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