Building Tourism Bridges Since 1954 and Making a Difference in Today’s Tourism World
During the Fijet Congress what was held on Costa Pacifica Cruise , in a heartfelt New Year message delivered to fellow journalists, media practitioners, and partners, Tijani Haddad, the President expressed both optimism and reflection steps into 2025. Reflecting on the past year, he highlighted the resilience and commitment demonstrated by the National Associations and its media in the world, as a testament to our collective resilience and commitment to tourism media development in the field of tourism. Despite all these achievements, the President acknowledged that challenges remain as well as the need for ethical standards. As the Federation, we remain committed to addressing these issues through dialogue, consultation, advocacy, and collaboration with all members.
The FIJET is the world’s oldest association of travel journalists, writers , making a difference in today’s tourism world.The Federation also works closely with a wide range of travel and tourism industry partners in the world. FIJET and its journalists celebrate the difference in cultures and communities while forging an ever closer bond between them.
Building on the success of previous years Fijet proudly invite all members to follow world media travel journalism trends and participate its activities and projects, tailored for tourism industry professionals with the moto “Working together and shape the future of the travel industry”.
EC and Board of Directors Meetings are Fijet cornerstone, to inspire ideas, share insights and discuss the trends and challenges affecting our Federation. EC is planned to be held in spring of this year.
Looking ahead, the Board of Directors identified 2025 as a year of potential growth and innovation. Board of Directors adopted Fijet plans to improve media professionalism, and explore sustainable models for public interest journalism.
As our members form a dynamic community of tourism media professionals and tourism professionals in media communication Fijet will continue to collaborate across borders to elevate the quality and impact of tourism communication worldwide.
Fijet International Media Forum, the new Fijet project will be launched this year as the global networking event connecting the travel industry with editors, journalists, broadcasters and influencers, planned to be held in Tunisia, in spring 2025.
Celebrating its 70th year in 2025, Fijet will held the unmissable event for Fijet National Associations and travel media to connect and nurture relationships in Turkiye, early spring
Our members working across traditional print and electronic media, our content reaches audiences throughout the world. We gather for fall Congress each year, fostering connections that generate compelling stories and provide valuable exposure for our host sites.
The YJA provides an unmissable opportunity for anyone who wants to be a journalist, but doesn’t have any way in.The Young Journalists’ Academy (YJA) as a unique programme for young people to inspire and train them for the newsmakers of tomorrow. In partnership with one of the National Associations organisations, the FYJA 2025 will give once again aspiring young journalists and students the skills and the contacts they need to kick-start their careers in the travel media.
Golden Apple Award “La Pomme d’Or” or “The Golden Apple” is the FIJET equivalent of the Oscar. This award for excellence is presented each year to an organization, country, city, or person. One of the awards for excellence 2025 is planned to be presented to the City of Ljubuski, Bosnia and Herzegovina.
International Photo Exhibition is a natural progression for amateurs and professionals to show the world their photographic work. It has the potential for sales, or finding future collaborations. Fijet Internation Photo Exhibition organized by Fijet Slovakia will open its door in Plestany, Slovakia in June 2025.
Our awards programs recognize excellence in travel journalism and highlight extraordinary travel experiences.Our membership includes award-winning travel writers, editors, columnists, photo journalists, reporters, broadcasters, book authors, bloggers and online content producers. Each year Fijet Croatia nominates international members for the awards “Antonio Conte” on International Festival of Tourism, what will be held in Solin, Croatia, 13-16 November. The International Event „Marco Polo 2025 for the best reportages will be held in Zagreb, Croatia, at the begining of December.
Membership provides access to FIJET extensive international network, professional development opportunities, and global platforms for content sharing.
Our membership will continue to be open for all who want to represent travel journalism and serve in tourism promotion more than just organizational affiliation, to be loyal to Fijet Federation and its commitment.
Marijana Rebic
Secretary General