the island nation of Fiji is situated in the shimmering South Pacific between Hawaii and Australia. Two-thirds of Fiji’s 330 islands are uninhabited making it one of the most unspoiled places on the planet.
Fiji’s jagged reefs and warrior culture kept European explorers and traders at bay for centuries. The results are a society that’s preserved its communal traditions and deep connections to the land and sea. Today Fiji is one of the friendliest places on earth. The Fijian greeting ”Bulla” means ”life” and ”good health”. You’ll hear it within minutes of arriving and before long you’ll be calling it out with equal gusto.
Viti Levu
The main island is Viti Levu, this is home to 85% of Fiji’s population which consists mostly of Melanesian and Indian people’s.
Suva
A two and a half-hour drive from Nandi International Airport is Fiji’s capital, Suva. Wander the streets filled with colonial architecture, browse the markets, or simply hang out with locals by the sleepy harbor.
Beach of Suva
From Suva head west along the fabulous coral coast this 50-mile stretch of beaches and Bay’s is fringed by a Coral Reef that literally touches the shoreline.
Suva diving destination
No need for dive boats here, just pull on a face mask step from your resort into the water and discover why Fiji is known as one of the world’s great snorkeling and diving destinations.
Fiji spice gardens
Fiji’s main island offers plenty of inland at benches too. Take in the sense of a Fiji spice gardens zip line through the forest canopy, or climb aboard a four-wheel drive for a Highlands adventure to earth.
The Fijian people
A trip into Fiji’s rugged interior provides a great window into the lives of the Fijian people, who open their classrooms, homes, and hearts to visitors.
Denarau
When you’re ready to explore Fiji’s smaller islands, head Denarau, just a 15-minute drive from Nadi airport.
Getaways of Fiji
Denarau’s marina is the gateway to two of Fiji’s most popular getaways. The Mamanuca and Yasawa island groups. Getting to the islands is easy, but requires just a little forward planning to ensure you make your transfers. The only hard part is deciding which islands to visit.
The Beachcomber Island
In Fiji, they have a saying, ”each bay, it’s own wind”, and this is certainly true of its islands. While some islands cater to all tastes, others are tailored to specific types of travelers. Situated in the Mamanuca Marine Park is tiny Beachcomber island, known as the ”party island”.
Malolo Island’s LikuLiku Resort
Also in the Mamanuca’s, float away into a world of total relaxation at Malolo Island’s LikuLiku Resort. For those traveling without children, LikuLiku offers a range sanctuary perfect for connecting with that someone special.
Castaway Island
Nearby, Castaway Island is the perfect place to spend quality time with family and to watch your children rediscover the natural world.
The Yasawa group
Just to the north of the Mamanucas, lay the Yasawa group, a chain of twenty island jewels. The twice-daily catamarans from Denarau take between three to four hours to reach the Yasawas, but the journey from island to island is half the fun.
Tiny Tivua
Life here is about as unhurried as it gets. Wander the paths and hilly trails between the village, glide with gentle giants, explore beaches where the only footprints will be your own.
There are also plenty of short adventures available from Port Denarau, cruise out to Tiny Tivua to sample the best of island life in just one day, or hoist sail aboard a coral cat and explore the pristine marine environment of the west coast and beyond.
Fiji’s Fishermen Paradise
Fiji is a paradise for fishermen too. Join a charter and you’ll soon be reeling in delicious reef fish for dinner.
Conclusion
Fijians love music, everywhere you go you’ll hear the heartfelt sound of singing and guitar. But if there’s one thing Fijians adore more than music, its children and family. And it’s that sense of family and belonging that will soon be extended to you.
Bulla, welcome to Fiji.
Welcome, to life.
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