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Discover The Kingdom of Tonga with Richard Skewes from Tonga Tourism

June 30, 2026 • By Destination Webinars • Season 5 • Episode 10

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This episode of Travel Agent Takeaways highlights why the Kingdom of Tonga stands out as one of the South Pacific's most authentic and unique destinations.

Tonga Tourism representative Richard Skewes explains why Tonga is best suited to travellers seeking genuine cultural experiences, adventure, nature and wildlife.

He outlines the different island groups, how many days are needed to explore the multiple islands, and stresses the importance of matching travellers to the right itinerary and season, particularly for whale-swimming between July and October.

The discussion also covers Tonga's unique history as the only Pacific nation never colonised, its rich Polynesian heritage, and the warmth of its people, with Richard concluding that the country's authentic culture and personal connections are what leave the biggest impression on visitors.

Kingdom of Tonga Resources
Website: tongatourism.travel
Tonga Training: tongatourism.travel/training-module
Richard's email: richard@ptm.net.au
Richard's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/richardskewes

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