See what the experts are saying about Fiji. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Planning a trip
Drawn by Fiji's beauty and charm -- as well as its reputation as a safe haven in this time of international terrorism -- record numbers of visitors are discovering this vast and varied paradise. Although many of them stayed away in the months... Continue reading »
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Fast facts
American Express -- Fiji does not have a full-service American Express representative. Area Codes -- Fiji does not have domestic area codes. The country code for calling into Fiji is 679. Business Hours -- Stores are generally open Mond... Continue reading »
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Visitor information
The Fiji Visitors Bureau (FVB), P.O. Box 9217, Nadi Airport, Fiji Islands (tel. 672 2433; fax 672 0141; www.bulafiji.com), sends out maps, brochures, and other materials from its head office in the Colonial Plaza shopping center, on the Queen... Continue reading »
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When to go
The Climate Although local weather patterns have changed in the past 20 years, making conditions less predictable, local residents recognize a cooler and more comfortable dry season during the austral winter, from June to September. The wi... Continue reading »
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Getting there
The only practical way to Fiji is by air. Even though Australians and New Zealanders can be in Fiji in a few hours, the distances for the rest of us run into the many thousands of miles. So be prepared to fly 11 hours or more from Los Angeles... Continue reading »
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Getting around
Fiji has an extensive and reliable transportation network of airlines, rental cars, taxis, ferries, and both long-distance and local buses. By Plane and Helicopter The easiest way to get around the country is to fly with Pacific Sun (te... Continue reading »
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Money
Fiji is a moderately priced destination -- cheaper than big cities such as New York and London, more expensive than some Southeast Asian countries. But it also has a wide range of prices. Domestic airfares are relatively high, but taxi and bu... Continue reading »
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Entry requirements
Passports and Visas All visitors must have a passport valid for 6 months beyond their visits and an onward or return airline ticket. Visitor permits good for stays of up to 4 months are issued upon arrival to citizens of the United Stat... Continue reading »
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Regions in brief
First let's review Fiji's regions and the differences among them. Everyone starts on Viti Levu. Known locally as the "mainland," Viti Levu is actually Fiji's largest island. Suva, the capital city, lies 197km (122 miles) from Nadi airport,... Continue reading »
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Escorted tours & independent package tours
Escorted General-Interest Tours Escorted tours are structured group tours, with a group leader (I prefer the old-fashion term "tour guide"). The price usually includes everything from airfare to hotels, meals, tours, admission costs, and l... Continue reading »
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Special-interest vacations
Although outdoor activities take first place in the islands, you can also spend your time learning a new craft, exploring the reefs as part of a conservation project, and whale- and dolphin-watching. Bird-Watching Avid bird-watchers are... Continue reading »
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Getting married
These romantic islands are marvelous places to get married, and becoming officially hitched is relatively easy in Fiji. You do not have to be a resident, and obtaining the necessary licenses and permits requires only a few days. Most resorts... Continue reading »
Fiji Travel Experiences
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Leaving Fiji :-( Mana Island
That morning we were heading to our last of 6 islands, Mana. It had been recommended to us (yet again!) by a Danish couple we had s... Continue reading »
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Five days in Fiji
Fiji was lovely, we stayed on Malolo Island at the Funky Fish Resort – a budget resort ran by Brad Johnstone (An ex-Kiwi AllBlack rug... Continue reading »
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Two Days In One
Two days in one!Left Tampa airport at more or less 3:00 on Saturday. Changed planes in Dallas and again in Los Angeles. Arrived in Nadi,... Continue reading »
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Fiji .
May 9, 2005Bula! Today is day 3 in Fiji and the first time I've found an internet connection. So far, activities have primarily been la... Continue reading »
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The most beautiful place in the World!
Feb 6th = lost in space! Crossed the international date line and lost 20 hours! very bizzare!FIJI- Nadi/ Manamuca IslandsArrived at the a... Continue reading »
