After living in Fiji and diving professionally in a lot of current here, here are a few basic tips to ease your mind, increase your comfort, and decrease your air consumption!
Don't regard currents as a threat
As with most diving, attitude is everything. The currents here are what make the diving so exceptional, learn to use them and enjoy them, and have great dives!
Use a little more weight
Add one extra to your belt when diving in surge or strong current; it helps you to stay on the bottom when moving against the water, and counters the upwards movement of surge.
Use the drift and descent lines
Hold onto the drift line until you are ready to descend; and while waiting to board the boat. Use the descent line for your descent, ascent and safety stop.
Watch your air consumption
You may use your air supply much faster than normal when swimming against a current.
Sometimes drift diving is possible
This kind of diving is often done along the walls in Fiji. Points to watch are good buoyancy and depth control, and the speed of your drift. You can control speed by streamlining yourself to travel slowly, and, putting your feet down, head up, with open arms and legs, to catch the current to move more quickly. If you have good buoyancy control, it can be fun to assume a cross-legged, yoga-style position to float along the reef
Moving against current
The currents are always at their strongest above the reef. If swimming against the water is too strenuous, go down to the bottom, or hug the wall. If you are still having trouble, use your hands. Gloves can be useful, and can be carried in a BC pocket in case of need.
The important rule is TWO FINGERS maximum contact with the coral, and LOOK WHERE YOU'RE GOING to ensure you don't grip a stinging coral or fish. Also minimise damage to the reef by selecting dead areas for your hand-holds.
Diving in Surge
Surge can be felt in the top 20 feet (7 meters) or so, and may affect you on your safety stop. Relax and go with it; the water flows up and over obstacles, and by 'going with the flow' so will you; steer by angling your body to stay in the wave, and letting the water do the rest. To move against surge, don't fight it while it's flowing against you; fin enough (or hang onto a piece of dead coral) to hold your position; when it relaxes, fin faster to make headway.
If you get Lost
If you're being taken away from where you want to go, do the simplest thing; COME UP slowly and sensibly, don't neglect your safety stop. On the surface, inflate your BC, locate the boat, and wave. As soon as all the divers are up, the boat will come and get you.
Stuart Gow
Stuart is originally from Scotland and is a Management COnsultant to the Diving and Tourism industry in the Fiji Islands. Stuart's adventurous background includes dive instruction and guiding in the Caribbean, Honduras and South Pacific. He has led expeditions on many super yachts and liveaboards such as Naia and Fiji Aggressor in Fiji.
Wednesday, February 6, 2008
Best Places for Honeymoon Vacation
While the best may be relative to each of us, most would agree that when speaking about the best places for a honeymoon vacation, could be summarized into the following:
1. Las Vegas – The Sin City, as some would call it, Las Vegas is one of the best places to set your honeymoon vacation. The City would provide one of the greatest and most luxurious accommodations in the world combined with every kind of entertainment in virtually each corner of the City. The lights, sounds, casinos, all types of restaurants, spas, and entertainment center will surely complete the Las Vegas honeymoon.
2. Hawaii – Many newlyweds would choose to spend their honeymoon in an island while enjoying the sun, doing water activities, and staying at luxurious beach hotel. And Hawaii will certainly give all of these.
3. Caribbean – Visiting one of the many island countries in the Caribbean would surely satisfy every bit of excitement to newlyweds. The tropical sun, coupled with fresh air and foods together with accommodations at its best are enough reasons why couples spend their honeymoon at the Caribbean.
4. Europe – If white sands, sun, and water do not appeal to you, then Europe can provide the best alternative. See the European architecture, arts, and sights that reflect the history, heritage and legacy to this small but highly urbanized continent. No other places in the world could package their culture and civilization perfectly than Europe. For couples who want to spend their honeymoon in one of the countries in Europe, dissatisfaction is nowhere in the picture.
5. Fiji – Friendly people, beautiful beach resorts, magnificent shorelines, lots of foods, and water sport activities could be enough reasons for you to spend your honeymoon in Fiji. This tropical paradise located haft way around the world provides everything you want to experience; luxury, fun, and perfect climate,
6. Mexico – This country features a wide array of honeymoon vacation options ranging from a Latina City experience to a private and remote resort. Hotels and other great accommodations are located across the country. Resorts are at their best at secluded regions. Foods provide a unique experience to your tongue and the Mexican sound sends please at the ears.
7. South America – Brazil, Argentina, Cuba, Chile, Bolivia, Columbia, and other countries in the South American region provide a good venue to set your honeymoon. Each of these countries provides a one-of-a-kind experience to couple who wishes to enjoy their first days of married life.
1. Las Vegas – The Sin City, as some would call it, Las Vegas is one of the best places to set your honeymoon vacation. The City would provide one of the greatest and most luxurious accommodations in the world combined with every kind of entertainment in virtually each corner of the City. The lights, sounds, casinos, all types of restaurants, spas, and entertainment center will surely complete the Las Vegas honeymoon.
2. Hawaii – Many newlyweds would choose to spend their honeymoon in an island while enjoying the sun, doing water activities, and staying at luxurious beach hotel. And Hawaii will certainly give all of these.
3. Caribbean – Visiting one of the many island countries in the Caribbean would surely satisfy every bit of excitement to newlyweds. The tropical sun, coupled with fresh air and foods together with accommodations at its best are enough reasons why couples spend their honeymoon at the Caribbean.
4. Europe – If white sands, sun, and water do not appeal to you, then Europe can provide the best alternative. See the European architecture, arts, and sights that reflect the history, heritage and legacy to this small but highly urbanized continent. No other places in the world could package their culture and civilization perfectly than Europe. For couples who want to spend their honeymoon in one of the countries in Europe, dissatisfaction is nowhere in the picture.
5. Fiji – Friendly people, beautiful beach resorts, magnificent shorelines, lots of foods, and water sport activities could be enough reasons for you to spend your honeymoon in Fiji. This tropical paradise located haft way around the world provides everything you want to experience; luxury, fun, and perfect climate,
6. Mexico – This country features a wide array of honeymoon vacation options ranging from a Latina City experience to a private and remote resort. Hotels and other great accommodations are located across the country. Resorts are at their best at secluded regions. Foods provide a unique experience to your tongue and the Mexican sound sends please at the ears.
7. South America – Brazil, Argentina, Cuba, Chile, Bolivia, Columbia, and other countries in the South American region provide a good venue to set your honeymoon. Each of these countries provides a one-of-a-kind experience to couple who wishes to enjoy their first days of married life.
Vacation / Honeymoon's 101 - Planning for Perfect Weather on Your Trip
Did you ever worry when traveling about the weather? Most people worry about weather and it can play a major role in making or breaking your vacation.
People ask all the time and think just because they are going to a tropical island that it doesn't rain. Well just ask people who have been to some of those tropical hot spots while in their wet season.
Tropical Island's get more rain in a month then some places do in a whole entire year.
Wouldn't it be great to be able to plan your vacation or honeymoon around the weather? Granted some locations rain everynight and when you wake in the morning everything is dry and you would never know it rained while you were sleeping, but I am talking about planning for perfect weather.
We have visited various locations all around the world over the years and recorded critical data to plan for perfect weather. When I say "Perfect Weather" I mean Sunshine all day long, not too hot, not too cool, not a cloud in the sky type weather.
Well we have created a guide with various vacation hot spots and when its best to go to this exotic locations in order to have the time of your life. Hope you enjoy'
JANUARY & FEBRUARYArgentina, Australia, Bahamas, Bali, Belize, Brazil, Canada (ski destinations), Caribbean, Central & South Africa, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Maldives, Mexico, Morocco, New Zealand, the Florida Keys, USA (ski destinations)
MARCHArgentina, Australia, Bahamas, Belize, Brazil, Canada (ski destinations), Caribbean, Central & South Africa, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Egypt, French Polynesia, Hawaii, Maldives, Mexico, Morocco, the Florida Keys, USA (ski destinations, Southeast, Southwest)
APRILArgentina, Bahamas, Belize, Brazil, Canada, Caribbean, Central & South Africa, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Egypt, French Polynesia, Hawaii, Italy, Maldives, Mauritius, Mexico, Morocco, Spain, the Florida Keys, USA
MAYBelize, Bermuda, Brazil, Britain, Canada, Caribbean, Central & South Africa, Czech Republic, Fiji, France, French Polynesia, Greece, Hawaii, Ireland, Italy, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Mexico, Morocco, Seychelles, Spain, Thailand, the Florida Keys, USA
JUNEBermuda, Brazil, Britain, Canada, Central & South Africa, Czech Republic, Fiji, France, French Polynesia, Greece, Hawaii, Ireland, Italy, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, Spain, Thailand, USA (Alaska, Northeast)
JULY & AUGUSTBermuda, Brazil, Britain, Canada, Central & South Africa, Czech Republic, Fiji, France, French Polynesia, Ireland, Kenya, Madagascar, Malaysia, Seychelles, Thailand, USA (Alaska, Northeast)
SEPTEMBERAustralia, Bermuda, Brazil, Britain, Canada, Central & South Africa, Czech Republic, Fiji, France, French Polynesia, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, Spain, Thailand, USA
OCTOBERAustralia, Bali, Belize, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Central & South Africa, Egypt, Fiji, French Polynesia, Hawaii, Italy, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Mexico, Morocco, Seychelles, Spain, USA
NOVEMBERAustralia, Bahamas, Bali, Belize, Brazil, Canada (ski destinations), Central & South Africa, Egypt, French Polynesia, Hawaii, Mauritius, Mexico, Morocco, New Zealand, Seychelles, Spain, USA (ski destinations, Southeast, Southwest)
DECEMBERArgentina, Australia, Bahamas, Bali, Belize, Brazil, Canada (ski destinations), Caribbean, Central & South Africa, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, Morocco, New Zealand, the Florida Keys, USA (ski destinations)
Well there you have it the perfect time to visit all the wonderful places you want to visit. Personally my Wife and I love Punta Cana located in the Dominican Republic, which we assure all of you will love if you haven't already experienced it.
Jason Wilt is a successful Webmaster who owns and operates a wide array of websites in the Pittsburgh, PA area. He loves providing advice for consumers on a variety of topics such as Wedding Planning, SEO, Marketing techniques, and other Webmaster related topics.
People ask all the time and think just because they are going to a tropical island that it doesn't rain. Well just ask people who have been to some of those tropical hot spots while in their wet season.
Tropical Island's get more rain in a month then some places do in a whole entire year.
Wouldn't it be great to be able to plan your vacation or honeymoon around the weather? Granted some locations rain everynight and when you wake in the morning everything is dry and you would never know it rained while you were sleeping, but I am talking about planning for perfect weather.
We have visited various locations all around the world over the years and recorded critical data to plan for perfect weather. When I say "Perfect Weather" I mean Sunshine all day long, not too hot, not too cool, not a cloud in the sky type weather.
Well we have created a guide with various vacation hot spots and when its best to go to this exotic locations in order to have the time of your life. Hope you enjoy'
JANUARY & FEBRUARYArgentina, Australia, Bahamas, Bali, Belize, Brazil, Canada (ski destinations), Caribbean, Central & South Africa, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Maldives, Mexico, Morocco, New Zealand, the Florida Keys, USA (ski destinations)
MARCHArgentina, Australia, Bahamas, Belize, Brazil, Canada (ski destinations), Caribbean, Central & South Africa, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Egypt, French Polynesia, Hawaii, Maldives, Mexico, Morocco, the Florida Keys, USA (ski destinations, Southeast, Southwest)
APRILArgentina, Bahamas, Belize, Brazil, Canada, Caribbean, Central & South Africa, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Egypt, French Polynesia, Hawaii, Italy, Maldives, Mauritius, Mexico, Morocco, Spain, the Florida Keys, USA
MAYBelize, Bermuda, Brazil, Britain, Canada, Caribbean, Central & South Africa, Czech Republic, Fiji, France, French Polynesia, Greece, Hawaii, Ireland, Italy, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Mexico, Morocco, Seychelles, Spain, Thailand, the Florida Keys, USA
JUNEBermuda, Brazil, Britain, Canada, Central & South Africa, Czech Republic, Fiji, France, French Polynesia, Greece, Hawaii, Ireland, Italy, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, Spain, Thailand, USA (Alaska, Northeast)
JULY & AUGUSTBermuda, Brazil, Britain, Canada, Central & South Africa, Czech Republic, Fiji, France, French Polynesia, Ireland, Kenya, Madagascar, Malaysia, Seychelles, Thailand, USA (Alaska, Northeast)
SEPTEMBERAustralia, Bermuda, Brazil, Britain, Canada, Central & South Africa, Czech Republic, Fiji, France, French Polynesia, Greece, Ireland, Italy, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Seychelles, Spain, Thailand, USA
OCTOBERAustralia, Bali, Belize, Bermuda, Brazil, Canada, Central & South Africa, Egypt, Fiji, French Polynesia, Hawaii, Italy, Madagascar, Maldives, Mauritius, Mexico, Morocco, Seychelles, Spain, USA
NOVEMBERAustralia, Bahamas, Bali, Belize, Brazil, Canada (ski destinations), Central & South Africa, Egypt, French Polynesia, Hawaii, Mauritius, Mexico, Morocco, New Zealand, Seychelles, Spain, USA (ski destinations, Southeast, Southwest)
DECEMBERArgentina, Australia, Bahamas, Bali, Belize, Brazil, Canada (ski destinations), Caribbean, Central & South Africa, Chile, Costa Rica, Ecuador, Mexico, Morocco, New Zealand, the Florida Keys, USA (ski destinations)
Well there you have it the perfect time to visit all the wonderful places you want to visit. Personally my Wife and I love Punta Cana located in the Dominican Republic, which we assure all of you will love if you haven't already experienced it.
Jason Wilt is a successful Webmaster who owns and operates a wide array of websites in the Pittsburgh, PA area. He loves providing advice for consumers on a variety of topics such as Wedding Planning, SEO, Marketing techniques, and other Webmaster related topics.
An Exotic Travel and Vacation Resort in Fiji
Taveuni Palms, Fiji:
Whether you are on your honeymoon, celebrating a 50th anniversary or just looking for a resort that is romantic. This is the place to travel,relax and enjoy.
The Taveuni Palms in Fiji is an intimate retreat offering two private guest houses, a secluded sandy beach, and even a freshwater swimming pool. The island has many spectacular things to offer, such as scuba diving, kayaking, snorkeling, hiking, and many other vacation activities.
The Taveuni Island has always been known for its unique and colorful sea life, tropical fish, and amazing varieties of soft and hard coral. The Rainbow Reef, Great White Wall, Purple Wall, and Zoo dive sites are all within easy reach of the Taveuni resort.
The Great White Wall reef offers a tunnel with two exits, one at 33 feet and another at 88 feet. When you swim through it, you'll notice a white glow that is given off by the soft corals that seem to surround you.
You'll also find two dive centers that are minutes from Taveuni Palms, which offer you dive equipment and certified diving instructors. From beginners to expert divers, you can have a lot of fun scuba diving on your beach vacation.
Rooms and suites The two seperate beachfront villas at Taveuni Palms in Fiji come with their own staff to help make your vacation a bit more relaxing. The staff will make your dreams come true, as they offer full room support.
Each seperate villa offers a pool, two bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, two bathrooms, and a very unique indoor/outdoor bathroom. The outdoor deck is equipped with chairs so that you can spend time outside as well, taking in the surrounding views of the ocean. The spectacular sunsets will turn into tropical nights - with stunning starlit skies.
Your personal maid at the villa will provide you with daily cleaning service, laundry service, fresh flowers, and evening turn down. The maids here are very professional, making your stay at the Taveuni Palms in Fiji one you'll remember for years to come.
The resort will also provide you with your own private chef, kitchen, and bar staff who will provide your daily meals, which are included in the cost of your stay. This way, you don't have to eat out - your food will be prepared for you at the resort.
Traveling and Getting to Taveuni. To get to Taveuni Palms, fly to Nadi International airport in Fiji. From there, catch a connecting flight to Taveuni Island where the Taveuni Palms staff will meet you at the airport, five minutes from the hotel.
Of course, wherever you travel, it is highly recommended that you take out travel insurance before embarking on any vacation. Unfortunately, without insurance, you have little recourse if you have to suddenly cancel your trip due to illness or other unforeseeable circumstances. Realize that resorts like this will expect to be paid no matter what. However, with travel insurance, you can recoup some or all of your costs if travel and vacation plans change. Travel insurance is very affordably priced, so please check out your options
Whether you are on your honeymoon, celebrating a 50th anniversary or just looking for a resort that is romantic. This is the place to travel,relax and enjoy.
The Taveuni Palms in Fiji is an intimate retreat offering two private guest houses, a secluded sandy beach, and even a freshwater swimming pool. The island has many spectacular things to offer, such as scuba diving, kayaking, snorkeling, hiking, and many other vacation activities.
The Taveuni Island has always been known for its unique and colorful sea life, tropical fish, and amazing varieties of soft and hard coral. The Rainbow Reef, Great White Wall, Purple Wall, and Zoo dive sites are all within easy reach of the Taveuni resort.
The Great White Wall reef offers a tunnel with two exits, one at 33 feet and another at 88 feet. When you swim through it, you'll notice a white glow that is given off by the soft corals that seem to surround you.
You'll also find two dive centers that are minutes from Taveuni Palms, which offer you dive equipment and certified diving instructors. From beginners to expert divers, you can have a lot of fun scuba diving on your beach vacation.
Rooms and suites The two seperate beachfront villas at Taveuni Palms in Fiji come with their own staff to help make your vacation a bit more relaxing. The staff will make your dreams come true, as they offer full room support.
Each seperate villa offers a pool, two bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen, two bathrooms, and a very unique indoor/outdoor bathroom. The outdoor deck is equipped with chairs so that you can spend time outside as well, taking in the surrounding views of the ocean. The spectacular sunsets will turn into tropical nights - with stunning starlit skies.
Your personal maid at the villa will provide you with daily cleaning service, laundry service, fresh flowers, and evening turn down. The maids here are very professional, making your stay at the Taveuni Palms in Fiji one you'll remember for years to come.
The resort will also provide you with your own private chef, kitchen, and bar staff who will provide your daily meals, which are included in the cost of your stay. This way, you don't have to eat out - your food will be prepared for you at the resort.
Traveling and Getting to Taveuni. To get to Taveuni Palms, fly to Nadi International airport in Fiji. From there, catch a connecting flight to Taveuni Island where the Taveuni Palms staff will meet you at the airport, five minutes from the hotel.
Of course, wherever you travel, it is highly recommended that you take out travel insurance before embarking on any vacation. Unfortunately, without insurance, you have little recourse if you have to suddenly cancel your trip due to illness or other unforeseeable circumstances. Realize that resorts like this will expect to be paid no matter what. However, with travel insurance, you can recoup some or all of your costs if travel and vacation plans change. Travel insurance is very affordably priced, so please check out your options
Ten Essential Things to See and Do in Fiji
Fiji is an archipelago situated in the southern part of the Pacific Ocean that has approximately 322 islands. More than half of the archipelago's populace is found in the islands of Vanua Levu and Viti Levu, most of which are a mixed race of Polynesian, Indo-Fijians, Rotuman and Melanesian, so Fiji is rich in history and culture and offers some of the world's best places to see and experience. Accommodations are not a problem in Fiji since they have a wide selection of hotels suitable for the discriminating tastes of every visitor, and since it has a tropical climate, clothing is usually just something cool and easy for the summer season, and protective rain gear for the rainy season.
1.) Snorkeling, diving and sailing
Being and archipelago, Fiji is surrounded by beautiful islands that are perfect for snorkeling and diving specifically in the famous Rainbow Reef. The magnificent flora and fauna under the sea is simply something you can't get enough of. You can also go sailing to enjoy the crystal blue waters while getting tanned under the sun.
2.) Sun, surf and sand
If you've never been to Fiji, you'd best check out the equally famous Cloud Breaker. It is often visited for surfing and snorkeling because of the many beautiful lines of coral reefs. Cloud Breaker is also famous for its waves measuring up to 6 meters in height!
3.) Nature trekking
You can enjoy a peaceful nature walk in the country's trail park such as the Vidawa Forest. Here, you can also catch a glimpse of the magnificent view of the gathering of fruit bats. For any nature lover, this will surely be a treat.
4.) Dance the meke
When you visit the Fiji archipelago, it is a must that you experience the cultural and historical significance of their native dance, the meke. Here, everyone is dressed in their native attire of leis and skirts made of grass. Enjoy a cultural experience of Fiji in their nature dance.
5) Rafting
Rafting here is different in that you use rafts made out of bamboo as you move along the waters of its rivers. This is a truly unique experience native of the Fiji Islands and something you shouldn't miss. You will also get to enjoy the diverse fauna and flora available in the area.
6) Museums and historical architecture
Every country is proud of its heritage. And part of Fiji's history is its beautiful and magnificent architectural structures that have been standing witness to the country's progress since time immemorial. Don't forget to see their National Museum, the Parliament Houses and the Hindu temple, Sri Siva Subramaniya.
7.) Orchid Island
The archipelago's cultural center is situated in this Orchid Island where you will find an accurate miniature representation of the Fiji Islands. This is a must-see especially for first time visitors. This is also perfect for families as the children will surely love this place.
8.) Caves
Being surrounded by water, the archipelago likewise has beautiful caves that first-time and returning visitors always make a point to check out. The famous sacred caves of Naihere are the favorite destination of locals and tourists alike. So, one should make it a point to visit Naihere.
9.) Suva, the archipelago's capital
For the best night outing experience, you should try the local bars and dining establishments lining the streets of Suva. There are live shows of meke, bands and other forms of entertainment tourists will surely enjoy. This is a wonderful way to relax and enjoy the night.
10.) Mangroves
The breathtaking and wild ride through the mangroves along the tidal strip of the coast is something you wouldn't want to miss out on. There are boats for rent for this kind of trip. There are also guides available for your safety and convenience.
1.) Snorkeling, diving and sailing
Being and archipelago, Fiji is surrounded by beautiful islands that are perfect for snorkeling and diving specifically in the famous Rainbow Reef. The magnificent flora and fauna under the sea is simply something you can't get enough of. You can also go sailing to enjoy the crystal blue waters while getting tanned under the sun.
2.) Sun, surf and sand
If you've never been to Fiji, you'd best check out the equally famous Cloud Breaker. It is often visited for surfing and snorkeling because of the many beautiful lines of coral reefs. Cloud Breaker is also famous for its waves measuring up to 6 meters in height!
3.) Nature trekking
You can enjoy a peaceful nature walk in the country's trail park such as the Vidawa Forest. Here, you can also catch a glimpse of the magnificent view of the gathering of fruit bats. For any nature lover, this will surely be a treat.
4.) Dance the meke
When you visit the Fiji archipelago, it is a must that you experience the cultural and historical significance of their native dance, the meke. Here, everyone is dressed in their native attire of leis and skirts made of grass. Enjoy a cultural experience of Fiji in their nature dance.
5) Rafting
Rafting here is different in that you use rafts made out of bamboo as you move along the waters of its rivers. This is a truly unique experience native of the Fiji Islands and something you shouldn't miss. You will also get to enjoy the diverse fauna and flora available in the area.
6) Museums and historical architecture
Every country is proud of its heritage. And part of Fiji's history is its beautiful and magnificent architectural structures that have been standing witness to the country's progress since time immemorial. Don't forget to see their National Museum, the Parliament Houses and the Hindu temple, Sri Siva Subramaniya.
7.) Orchid Island
The archipelago's cultural center is situated in this Orchid Island where you will find an accurate miniature representation of the Fiji Islands. This is a must-see especially for first time visitors. This is also perfect for families as the children will surely love this place.
8.) Caves
Being surrounded by water, the archipelago likewise has beautiful caves that first-time and returning visitors always make a point to check out. The famous sacred caves of Naihere are the favorite destination of locals and tourists alike. So, one should make it a point to visit Naihere.
9.) Suva, the archipelago's capital
For the best night outing experience, you should try the local bars and dining establishments lining the streets of Suva. There are live shows of meke, bands and other forms of entertainment tourists will surely enjoy. This is a wonderful way to relax and enjoy the night.
10.) Mangroves
The breathtaking and wild ride through the mangroves along the tidal strip of the coast is something you wouldn't want to miss out on. There are boats for rent for this kind of trip. There are also guides available for your safety and convenience.
Fiji Honeymoon Vacations
If you are looking forward to a vacation of attractive rainforest, pine, scenic tall mountains and miles of warm sandy beaches, Fiji honeymoon vacations are just what you need. This island archipelago wonderland consists of 330 islands scattered across 200,000 square miles of ocean, several thousand of which are just too small for human habitation. The larger islands of Fiji are mainly of volcanic origin with high rugged terrain, whereas the smaller ones consist of coral or limestone, with little tropical vegetation. Additionally, most of the islands are made up of surrounding coral reefs and lagoons, just superb for snorkeling and diving activities.
You can expect breezy warm tropical weather in your Fiji honeymoon vacation with temperatures between 26°C and 31°C all year round. However, the best months to enjoy the soothing tropical weather would be March through November. During these times, the cooling wind which blows from the south-east softens in the evening and picks up again by mid-morning. Occasionally, there may be periods of heavy rainfalls and cyclones, so be sure to consult your travel agent on the current weather status for your specific destination amongst the Fiji islands.
There are quite a number of Fiji honeymoon resorts that form great hot spots for honeymooners. For instance, the Yasawa Island Resort of Yasawa Island is a perfect resort for those who seek for a romantic honeymoon. Secluded at the end of its own beach and hidden from the rest of the resort, honeymooners here will only be exposed to the sound of the sea. With such tranquility, this spot is perfect for quiet and romantic walks along the beach just for the both of you. However, it is common for the beach to be lined with coral, so care must be taken not to walk barefoot.
Another renowned destination is the Turtle Island, a five-star resort which has been honored with the title, “Small Luxury Hotel of The World”, is located in the Yasawa Islands group. This resort caters specifically for couples and no children are allowed in except during specified family weeks between the months of July and December. This makes this resort an ideal haven for lovers and honeymooners. With fourteen private beaches available, couples can "book their own beach" for a day complete with picnic. This feature is one of the highlights of this resort apart from the other common beach activities that you can think of. These would comprise of activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, island cruising, fishing, swimming, horseback riding, as well as visits to the famous Blue Lagoon Caves or even sunset cruising!
Finally, for those who love to be pampered, spas, massages and baths are also available in the various resorts of your Fiji Honeymoon. There resorts offer a variety of high quality spa services, yoga classes and professional massages, all of which caters to the preferences of the individual. Additionally, a variety of delicious local food, especially the famous succulent fresh seafood of the Fiji islands, is all within reach of food lovers!
In conclusion, Fiji honeymoons are all about relaxing, recharging, and fun-filled getaways. You will definitely enjoy the diversity of culture and the exotic local foods in addition to all the attractive activities especially catered for tourists. Selecting the Fiji islands as your honeymoon destination is absolutely one of the best choices you can make for the ultimate warm and romantic experience!
You can expect breezy warm tropical weather in your Fiji honeymoon vacation with temperatures between 26°C and 31°C all year round. However, the best months to enjoy the soothing tropical weather would be March through November. During these times, the cooling wind which blows from the south-east softens in the evening and picks up again by mid-morning. Occasionally, there may be periods of heavy rainfalls and cyclones, so be sure to consult your travel agent on the current weather status for your specific destination amongst the Fiji islands.
There are quite a number of Fiji honeymoon resorts that form great hot spots for honeymooners. For instance, the Yasawa Island Resort of Yasawa Island is a perfect resort for those who seek for a romantic honeymoon. Secluded at the end of its own beach and hidden from the rest of the resort, honeymooners here will only be exposed to the sound of the sea. With such tranquility, this spot is perfect for quiet and romantic walks along the beach just for the both of you. However, it is common for the beach to be lined with coral, so care must be taken not to walk barefoot.
Another renowned destination is the Turtle Island, a five-star resort which has been honored with the title, “Small Luxury Hotel of The World”, is located in the Yasawa Islands group. This resort caters specifically for couples and no children are allowed in except during specified family weeks between the months of July and December. This makes this resort an ideal haven for lovers and honeymooners. With fourteen private beaches available, couples can "book their own beach" for a day complete with picnic. This feature is one of the highlights of this resort apart from the other common beach activities that you can think of. These would comprise of activities such as snorkeling, scuba diving, island cruising, fishing, swimming, horseback riding, as well as visits to the famous Blue Lagoon Caves or even sunset cruising!
Finally, for those who love to be pampered, spas, massages and baths are also available in the various resorts of your Fiji Honeymoon. There resorts offer a variety of high quality spa services, yoga classes and professional massages, all of which caters to the preferences of the individual. Additionally, a variety of delicious local food, especially the famous succulent fresh seafood of the Fiji islands, is all within reach of food lovers!
In conclusion, Fiji honeymoons are all about relaxing, recharging, and fun-filled getaways. You will definitely enjoy the diversity of culture and the exotic local foods in addition to all the attractive activities especially catered for tourists. Selecting the Fiji islands as your honeymoon destination is absolutely one of the best choices you can make for the ultimate warm and romantic experience!
Fiji Newlywed Packages
Imagine the white sand beaches between your toes, the crystal clear water and an abundance of palm trees – a tropical paradise. Fiji newlywed packages offer private romance of just this sort.
Offering everything from five star resorts to budget friendly romantic cottages, Fiji has been noted as one of the most romantic tropical newlywed destinations. You can spend your days snorkeling, enjoying a private island getaway, or lounging by the clear blue ocean waters. The friendliness of the Fiji people has made the destination known around the world. Most locations offer private candlelit dinners and unlimited champagne to celebrate the romantic time after your Big Day!
For an all inclusive package, you can enjoy your accommodations and all of your food and drink for one low price. Matangi Island Resort, a private resort on its own Island in Fiji, offers all-inclusive packages with five star services. All meals, drinks and snacks are included and the accommodations are top notch. Matangi offers tree house bures specially designed to provide the ultimate in romance for newlyweds. Built above ground and with floor to ceiling windows surrounding the entire suite, you and yours are enveloped in romantic serenity. The newlywed suites include a king sized bed, living area, bath and an additional outdoor river rock shower. The newly remodeled resort plays host to some of the most spectacularly private and romantic experiences to date. Call Matangi Island Resort at 1-800-576-7327 and find out more about their special packages.
If you and your sweetie are looking for a smaller, more intimate setting, Coconut Grove Beach Cottages offer top-notch service with the luxury of a private beach. The small getaway offers only three different suite locations, and includes two delicious meals per day. Coconut Grove Beach Cottages will serve dinner at their intimate restaurant or on the beach in a candlelit setting. Included in each newlywed package at the Grove Beach cottages are a couple’s massage and exciting village visits. To book your personal and private Fiji getaway at Coconut Grove, call owner Ronna at 679-888-0328.
For the ultimate in luxury and exotic getaways, the Wakaya Club offers some of the finest bures in Fiji. With the smallest room measuring at just over fifteen hundred square feet, the Wakaya Club boasts large accommodations with a larger than life lavish feel. Each bure has a private garden and two outdoor decks, one in the front and back of each location. Each room has air conditioning, rare to find in a Fijian Resort but all the more welcomed. With many activities and amenities on site, including a world famous restaurant, scuba diving and waterfall tours within walking distance, the prestigious Wakaya Club will provide a time to remember.
From small cottages to larger resorts, Fiji is home to some of the most exotic and beautiful wildlife and foliage in the world. The romance and elegance of Fiji is second to none, making your first experience as man and wife memorable for years to come.
Offering everything from five star resorts to budget friendly romantic cottages, Fiji has been noted as one of the most romantic tropical newlywed destinations. You can spend your days snorkeling, enjoying a private island getaway, or lounging by the clear blue ocean waters. The friendliness of the Fiji people has made the destination known around the world. Most locations offer private candlelit dinners and unlimited champagne to celebrate the romantic time after your Big Day!
For an all inclusive package, you can enjoy your accommodations and all of your food and drink for one low price. Matangi Island Resort, a private resort on its own Island in Fiji, offers all-inclusive packages with five star services. All meals, drinks and snacks are included and the accommodations are top notch. Matangi offers tree house bures specially designed to provide the ultimate in romance for newlyweds. Built above ground and with floor to ceiling windows surrounding the entire suite, you and yours are enveloped in romantic serenity. The newlywed suites include a king sized bed, living area, bath and an additional outdoor river rock shower. The newly remodeled resort plays host to some of the most spectacularly private and romantic experiences to date. Call Matangi Island Resort at 1-800-576-7327 and find out more about their special packages.
If you and your sweetie are looking for a smaller, more intimate setting, Coconut Grove Beach Cottages offer top-notch service with the luxury of a private beach. The small getaway offers only three different suite locations, and includes two delicious meals per day. Coconut Grove Beach Cottages will serve dinner at their intimate restaurant or on the beach in a candlelit setting. Included in each newlywed package at the Grove Beach cottages are a couple’s massage and exciting village visits. To book your personal and private Fiji getaway at Coconut Grove, call owner Ronna at 679-888-0328.
For the ultimate in luxury and exotic getaways, the Wakaya Club offers some of the finest bures in Fiji. With the smallest room measuring at just over fifteen hundred square feet, the Wakaya Club boasts large accommodations with a larger than life lavish feel. Each bure has a private garden and two outdoor decks, one in the front and back of each location. Each room has air conditioning, rare to find in a Fijian Resort but all the more welcomed. With many activities and amenities on site, including a world famous restaurant, scuba diving and waterfall tours within walking distance, the prestigious Wakaya Club will provide a time to remember.
From small cottages to larger resorts, Fiji is home to some of the most exotic and beautiful wildlife and foliage in the world. The romance and elegance of Fiji is second to none, making your first experience as man and wife memorable for years to come.
Visiting Fiji? Don't Miss These Five Attractions
For those visiting Fiji, the number of activities available is truly endless. However, most travelers do not have an unlimited budget or an unlimited amount of time to spend exploring the islands. When taking a trip to these beautiful islands, carefully plan what you are going to see and do include the list in your itinerary.
First, a trip to Fiji must include a day cruise among the Mamanuca Islands. This island chain has over thirty tiny islands that are located just off Nadi's coast. Some of the islands are uninhabited, but all provide a calm retreat from the hustle and bustle of the main islands. Many cruise companies offer day trips that hop around several of these islands. You will come face to face with dolphins, have the opportunity to enjoy fishing and snorkeling, and enjoy a barbeque on the beach with your cruise mates. This is a great way to experience the culture and beauty of the islands.
To feel the true beauty that is the Fiji islands, you must visit Bouma National Park, which is on Taveuni. This is a protected tropical rain forest that houses volcanoes, mountains, cliffs, waterfalls, and all types of tropical flora and fauna. You can enjoy hiking through the bush under the careful watch of a local guide, or visit the Tavoro Falls, which is a group of three waterfalls deep in the jungle. Be sure to bring your camera, because you will want to capture the emerald beauty of the rain forest.
To get a bird’s eye view of the island chain, charter a helicopter or seaplane from Island Hoppers Helicopters, Pacific Seaplanes, or Turtle Airways. You will soar above the beautiful Mamanuca islands and enjoy the breathtaking contrast of snow-white sands set against the turquoise blue Pacific. May and December are the best months for these tours, because the waterfalls are particularly full and can be seen clearly from the air.
Fiji is home to the world’s most beautiful soft coral reefs, and you must experience the beauty of this underwater world. Plan on taking scuba diving or snorkeling lessons to get you up close and personal with the sea’s most colorful characters. There are thousands of dive sites throughout the island chain, and the outer reef provides excellent opportunities for snorkeling for the less adventurous traveler. Do not miss the opportunity to experience the beauty and majesty of Fiji’s coral reef world.
Finally, a trip to Fiji must include a visit to Navala Village. This village features homes that are made from the traditional materials that the native peoples used before European contact. The houses are called bures, and they are made from bamboo and thatch. You will sample the customs of the native people of Fiji when you step back in time in this historic village.
A vacation on Fiji is a chance to rest and unwind from the chaos that is today’s modern life. Give yourself the chance to bask in the warmth of local customs and the beauty of the tropical rainforest by planning your next getaway to this welcoming island chain.
First, a trip to Fiji must include a day cruise among the Mamanuca Islands. This island chain has over thirty tiny islands that are located just off Nadi's coast. Some of the islands are uninhabited, but all provide a calm retreat from the hustle and bustle of the main islands. Many cruise companies offer day trips that hop around several of these islands. You will come face to face with dolphins, have the opportunity to enjoy fishing and snorkeling, and enjoy a barbeque on the beach with your cruise mates. This is a great way to experience the culture and beauty of the islands.
To feel the true beauty that is the Fiji islands, you must visit Bouma National Park, which is on Taveuni. This is a protected tropical rain forest that houses volcanoes, mountains, cliffs, waterfalls, and all types of tropical flora and fauna. You can enjoy hiking through the bush under the careful watch of a local guide, or visit the Tavoro Falls, which is a group of three waterfalls deep in the jungle. Be sure to bring your camera, because you will want to capture the emerald beauty of the rain forest.
To get a bird’s eye view of the island chain, charter a helicopter or seaplane from Island Hoppers Helicopters, Pacific Seaplanes, or Turtle Airways. You will soar above the beautiful Mamanuca islands and enjoy the breathtaking contrast of snow-white sands set against the turquoise blue Pacific. May and December are the best months for these tours, because the waterfalls are particularly full and can be seen clearly from the air.
Fiji is home to the world’s most beautiful soft coral reefs, and you must experience the beauty of this underwater world. Plan on taking scuba diving or snorkeling lessons to get you up close and personal with the sea’s most colorful characters. There are thousands of dive sites throughout the island chain, and the outer reef provides excellent opportunities for snorkeling for the less adventurous traveler. Do not miss the opportunity to experience the beauty and majesty of Fiji’s coral reef world.
Finally, a trip to Fiji must include a visit to Navala Village. This village features homes that are made from the traditional materials that the native peoples used before European contact. The houses are called bures, and they are made from bamboo and thatch. You will sample the customs of the native people of Fiji when you step back in time in this historic village.
A vacation on Fiji is a chance to rest and unwind from the chaos that is today’s modern life. Give yourself the chance to bask in the warmth of local customs and the beauty of the tropical rainforest by planning your next getaway to this welcoming island chain.
Romantic Honeymoon Locations
Getting married is a joyous event, but can be a slight bit stressful. Romantic honeymoon locations are just the ticket to leaving the stress behind and focusing on the romantic element of the marriage.
Your honeymoon is the destined to be the most romantic and memorable vacation you'll ever take. Whether you decide to go to an island paradise, a relaxing spa retreat, or a thrilling outdoor adventure, your honeymoon is definitely the trip you'll always remember. The only difficult part of planning this special vacation may be agreeing on which of the many romantic honeymoon location you will choose!
One of the most romantic honeymoon locations in the world has to be the Fiji islands. Fiji, an archipelago of islands located in the South Pacific, is composed of over 322 islands. 106 of these islands are inhabited, and the two largest islands, Viti Levu and Vanua Levu, contain 87 percent of the population of Fiji. This island nation is very welcoming to tourists, and does all it can to make honeymoons special for the couples that choose to spend their time here.
One of the foremost romantic honeymoon spots on Fiji is Castaway Island resort, located on the mostly unpopulated island of Mamanuca. This four star resort offers couples the excitement of water activities such as scuba diving, combined with delicious food and gourmet experiences. With the al fresco dining here at Castaway Island considered some of the best in the world, you can experience the full range of Fijian cooking – fresh seafood, desserts and more. The activities here are also excellent – windsurfing, sailing and certified scuba diving classes all make for a great romantic stay.
Another of the romantic honeymoon resorts on Fiji is found in the Qamea Beach Club, located on the northern island of Qamea. This small resort (though still four star) offers just 11 bures (beach bungalows) but is big on experiences. The authentic accommodations and limit of just 24 guests (age 12 and older) means that your secluded honeymoon will not be spoiled by a crowd. There are also around 20 different dive locations in the area, perfect for romantic adventure. The spa offers a special Qamea massage that is perfect for relaxation and resting after the adventures of your day.
No matter what part of Fiji you choose to stay in, you'll be certain to find perfect romantic honeymoon experience. Here, the warm waters and exotic scenery will be sure to make you feel like you're in another world entirely, and the untouched and uncrowded areas will be perfect for you and your new spouse to spend some quality time together.
Your honeymoon is the destined to be the most romantic and memorable vacation you'll ever take. Whether you decide to go to an island paradise, a relaxing spa retreat, or a thrilling outdoor adventure, your honeymoon is definitely the trip you'll always remember. The only difficult part of planning this special vacation may be agreeing on which of the many romantic honeymoon location you will choose!
One of the most romantic honeymoon locations in the world has to be the Fiji islands. Fiji, an archipelago of islands located in the South Pacific, is composed of over 322 islands. 106 of these islands are inhabited, and the two largest islands, Viti Levu and Vanua Levu, contain 87 percent of the population of Fiji. This island nation is very welcoming to tourists, and does all it can to make honeymoons special for the couples that choose to spend their time here.
One of the foremost romantic honeymoon spots on Fiji is Castaway Island resort, located on the mostly unpopulated island of Mamanuca. This four star resort offers couples the excitement of water activities such as scuba diving, combined with delicious food and gourmet experiences. With the al fresco dining here at Castaway Island considered some of the best in the world, you can experience the full range of Fijian cooking – fresh seafood, desserts and more. The activities here are also excellent – windsurfing, sailing and certified scuba diving classes all make for a great romantic stay.
Another of the romantic honeymoon resorts on Fiji is found in the Qamea Beach Club, located on the northern island of Qamea. This small resort (though still four star) offers just 11 bures (beach bungalows) but is big on experiences. The authentic accommodations and limit of just 24 guests (age 12 and older) means that your secluded honeymoon will not be spoiled by a crowd. There are also around 20 different dive locations in the area, perfect for romantic adventure. The spa offers a special Qamea massage that is perfect for relaxation and resting after the adventures of your day.
No matter what part of Fiji you choose to stay in, you'll be certain to find perfect romantic honeymoon experience. Here, the warm waters and exotic scenery will be sure to make you feel like you're in another world entirely, and the untouched and uncrowded areas will be perfect for you and your new spouse to spend some quality time together.
Experience Unforgettable Fiji Diving At Its Most Spectacular
Diving enthusiasts know the South Pacific is home to some of the most awe-inspiring underwater sights in the world, with few as breathtaking as Fiji, a scenic archipelago of more than 300 islands spread over an ocean area of more than 200,000 square miles. Fiji offers hundreds of spectacular Fiji diving sites to please even the most discriminating diver.
Many of the Fiji coral reefs provide a wide variety of Fiji diving possibilities for novices and expert divers, including wreck dives, night dives, and drift dives, among others. Some of the more stunning reefs include:
The Outer Barrier Reef provides some of the more stunning Fiji diving spectacles. If one is looking for colorful fish swimming in and out of equally rainbow-kissed coral, one would do well to visit Gotham City, one of the more renowned diving sites in Fiji, or possibly the Big W, where big fish, including mantas and sharks, often cruise on their way out to the ocean. The Namotu Reef on one of the Outer Barrier Reef's passages, offers Fiji divers a fantastic view of sharks, marlins, and manta rays; the Namotu Wall, on the other hand, provides an unbelievable view of aquatic life, with turtles, sharks, and schools of fish in great abundance.
Meanwhile, if one is looking for a nontraditional Fiji diving site with unexpected results, one can visit Barrel Heads, where reef sharks, turtles, hard coral, and sea fans are known to proliferate; the Castaway Passage, renowned for its incredible visibility of more than 30 meters; or The Big Blue which sports a remarkable variety of coral canyons. Drift dive enthusiasts will appreciate the Wilky Wall, a drift dive over Fiji's most beautiful coral reefs, and the Wilkes Passage, a thrilling passage that runs with the ocean current.
The Malolo Barrier Reef, on the other hand, is an equally impressive Fiji diving site for its exciting, abundant aquatic life. The Supermarket is arguably the world's most famous diving site for sharks. Grey reef sharks and white and black tip reef sharks are all over The Supermarket. The B26 Bomber, so-named because of the namesake American aircraft that crashed in its 26m area, provides an interesting goal to divers seeking a bit of history by encouraging them to find the parts of the doomed airplane, kept together by rope on the ocean bed. The Salamanda Shipwreck is another exciting wreck dive; the Salamanda, a 40m cruise ship that sank in 30m of seawater, is now a breeding ground for soft coral, shrimp, crabs, and sea anemone.
Other Fiji diving spots worth checking out are Jackie's Reef, a favorite of coral viewing boats for the past three decades for its diverse fish population; Vomo Island, which hosts Ronnie's Reef's sensational coral canyons and Vomo Caves' intricate caverns and unforgettable swim-through passages; Tui's Reef, a popular night Fiji diving spot where crayfish, clams, moray eels and other tropical aquatic life come out to feed; Stonehenge, ideal for novice divers because of its shallow depths; Bird Rock, renowned for its swim-through passages and caves, soft corals and plentiful fish action; the Circus, phenomenal for its abundance of multicolored coral; and Coral Gardens, a relatively shallow reef dive with oh-too-different corals and reef.
Visitors to Fiji would do well to find a resort in Fiji close to some of the better Fiji diving spots, of which there are many. One particular Fiji resort that's renowned for its proximity to the more famous diving sites is the Nomads Skylodge Resort (http://www.nomadsskylodge.com). This Fiji resort, the newest island newest hideaway on Nadi, Fiji's third-largest town, is ideal Fiji accommodations for wedding and other celebrations because of its ideal location. Everything is conveniently within reach at the Nomads Skylodge Resort in Fiji, and its stellar event facilities and welcoming ambience are renowned throughout the region as a must-visit for Fiji wedding venues. Another great factor for considering the Nomads Skylodge is that you can now reserve directly with this Fiji resort online! Their official hotel website guarantees Guests their Nomads Skylodge reservations (with instant confirmation!) at the best rates on the Internet.
So what are you waiting for? Come visit Fiji and enjoy the finest diving in the world today!
Many of the Fiji coral reefs provide a wide variety of Fiji diving possibilities for novices and expert divers, including wreck dives, night dives, and drift dives, among others. Some of the more stunning reefs include:
The Outer Barrier Reef provides some of the more stunning Fiji diving spectacles. If one is looking for colorful fish swimming in and out of equally rainbow-kissed coral, one would do well to visit Gotham City, one of the more renowned diving sites in Fiji, or possibly the Big W, where big fish, including mantas and sharks, often cruise on their way out to the ocean. The Namotu Reef on one of the Outer Barrier Reef's passages, offers Fiji divers a fantastic view of sharks, marlins, and manta rays; the Namotu Wall, on the other hand, provides an unbelievable view of aquatic life, with turtles, sharks, and schools of fish in great abundance.
Meanwhile, if one is looking for a nontraditional Fiji diving site with unexpected results, one can visit Barrel Heads, where reef sharks, turtles, hard coral, and sea fans are known to proliferate; the Castaway Passage, renowned for its incredible visibility of more than 30 meters; or The Big Blue which sports a remarkable variety of coral canyons. Drift dive enthusiasts will appreciate the Wilky Wall, a drift dive over Fiji's most beautiful coral reefs, and the Wilkes Passage, a thrilling passage that runs with the ocean current.
The Malolo Barrier Reef, on the other hand, is an equally impressive Fiji diving site for its exciting, abundant aquatic life. The Supermarket is arguably the world's most famous diving site for sharks. Grey reef sharks and white and black tip reef sharks are all over The Supermarket. The B26 Bomber, so-named because of the namesake American aircraft that crashed in its 26m area, provides an interesting goal to divers seeking a bit of history by encouraging them to find the parts of the doomed airplane, kept together by rope on the ocean bed. The Salamanda Shipwreck is another exciting wreck dive; the Salamanda, a 40m cruise ship that sank in 30m of seawater, is now a breeding ground for soft coral, shrimp, crabs, and sea anemone.
Other Fiji diving spots worth checking out are Jackie's Reef, a favorite of coral viewing boats for the past three decades for its diverse fish population; Vomo Island, which hosts Ronnie's Reef's sensational coral canyons and Vomo Caves' intricate caverns and unforgettable swim-through passages; Tui's Reef, a popular night Fiji diving spot where crayfish, clams, moray eels and other tropical aquatic life come out to feed; Stonehenge, ideal for novice divers because of its shallow depths; Bird Rock, renowned for its swim-through passages and caves, soft corals and plentiful fish action; the Circus, phenomenal for its abundance of multicolored coral; and Coral Gardens, a relatively shallow reef dive with oh-too-different corals and reef.
Visitors to Fiji would do well to find a resort in Fiji close to some of the better Fiji diving spots, of which there are many. One particular Fiji resort that's renowned for its proximity to the more famous diving sites is the Nomads Skylodge Resort (http://www.nomadsskylodge.com). This Fiji resort, the newest island newest hideaway on Nadi, Fiji's third-largest town, is ideal Fiji accommodations for wedding and other celebrations because of its ideal location. Everything is conveniently within reach at the Nomads Skylodge Resort in Fiji, and its stellar event facilities and welcoming ambience are renowned throughout the region as a must-visit for Fiji wedding venues. Another great factor for considering the Nomads Skylodge is that you can now reserve directly with this Fiji resort online! Their official hotel website guarantees Guests their Nomads Skylodge reservations (with instant confirmation!) at the best rates on the Internet.
So what are you waiting for? Come visit Fiji and enjoy the finest diving in the world today!
Fijian Honeymooning
Fijian accommodations offer sun drenched beaches, friendly attitudes and crystal clear water. For a honeymoon, Fijian accommodations are simply one of the best options available for romance, seclusion and sun.
Fiji is a group of islands that are officially known as the Republic of the Fiji Islands and it is located in the southern Pacific Ocean. Fiji is an archipelago that contains 322 islands and 522 islets, but only 106 of these are permanently occupied. The capital city of Fiji is Suva, and this city is located on the island of Viti Levu – one of the two most populous islands in Fiji. Vacationing in the islands of Fiji can be a romantic and very private experience, and the many Fijian honeymoon packages offer couples a great way to take their first trip as man and wife.
All Fijian honeymoon suites and rooms are perfect for couples who want to have an exotic and unique honeymoon vacation. One of the most luxurious and romantic destinations on Fiji is the Vatuele Island, a five star accommodation located on a Fijian island that is completely surrounded by a coral reef. Situated on three quarters of a mile of white sand beach, the Vatuele Island has a few strict policies for their guests. They include no telephones, TVs, cash transactions (charge to your room), newspapers or even shoes! This combination of relaxed atmosphere and no outside invasions make this resort a great place for lovers who want to shut out the world. Additionally, since there are only 18 bures (bungalows) located at the resort, there is a sense of personalized service and luxury that's not always found at other hotels. The many different types of cuisine, some served in a cave or on a lagoon, make this destination very appealing to those who want a full sensory experience.
Another great Fijian honeymoon package is located at the Lalati on Beqa Island. This destination, which is situated on ten acres of white sand beach in a rainforest setting, has only seven bures – which makes for a very private honeymoon spot. Activities at the Lalati include such water sports as scuba diving and canoeing, and a spa on the premises allows couples to have a relaxing massage or dip in an infinity pool.
Choosing Fiji for your romantic honeymoon is a great choice. This beautiful Pacific island nation offers atmosphere, climate and amenities that are perfect for couples who want to spend some time really getting to know each other, and be alone to just enjoy each other's company. Fijian honeymoon packages are so idealic, they are third most popular choice amongst all honeymoon destinations.
Fiji is a group of islands that are officially known as the Republic of the Fiji Islands and it is located in the southern Pacific Ocean. Fiji is an archipelago that contains 322 islands and 522 islets, but only 106 of these are permanently occupied. The capital city of Fiji is Suva, and this city is located on the island of Viti Levu – one of the two most populous islands in Fiji. Vacationing in the islands of Fiji can be a romantic and very private experience, and the many Fijian honeymoon packages offer couples a great way to take their first trip as man and wife.
All Fijian honeymoon suites and rooms are perfect for couples who want to have an exotic and unique honeymoon vacation. One of the most luxurious and romantic destinations on Fiji is the Vatuele Island, a five star accommodation located on a Fijian island that is completely surrounded by a coral reef. Situated on three quarters of a mile of white sand beach, the Vatuele Island has a few strict policies for their guests. They include no telephones, TVs, cash transactions (charge to your room), newspapers or even shoes! This combination of relaxed atmosphere and no outside invasions make this resort a great place for lovers who want to shut out the world. Additionally, since there are only 18 bures (bungalows) located at the resort, there is a sense of personalized service and luxury that's not always found at other hotels. The many different types of cuisine, some served in a cave or on a lagoon, make this destination very appealing to those who want a full sensory experience.
Another great Fijian honeymoon package is located at the Lalati on Beqa Island. This destination, which is situated on ten acres of white sand beach in a rainforest setting, has only seven bures – which makes for a very private honeymoon spot. Activities at the Lalati include such water sports as scuba diving and canoeing, and a spa on the premises allows couples to have a relaxing massage or dip in an infinity pool.
Choosing Fiji for your romantic honeymoon is a great choice. This beautiful Pacific island nation offers atmosphere, climate and amenities that are perfect for couples who want to spend some time really getting to know each other, and be alone to just enjoy each other's company. Fijian honeymoon packages are so idealic, they are third most popular choice amongst all honeymoon destinations.
Fiji - History of Paradise
History of Fiji Though relatively small, Fiji has quite a history. Long before European explorers discovered the islands of paradise in the south that it is now, the first inhabitants of Fiji arrived from South East Asia. Pottery excavated from Fijian towns showed that Fiji was settled before or around 1000 BC by Pacific immigrants. In 1643, The Dutch explorer Abel Tasman visited Fiji while looking for the Great Southern Continent yet it was not until the nineteenth century that Europeans settled the islands permanently. In 1874, it came under British control as a colony and was granted independence in 1970.
The population of Fiji is mostly made up of native Fijians, a people of mixed Polynesian (partly Tongan) and Melanesian ancestry (54.3%), and Indo-Fijians (38.1%), descendants of Indian contract laborers brought to the islands by the British in the nineteenth century. Because of the tensions between the Native and Indo Fijians, there has been a significant labor shortage. The influx of foreign labor coming into Fiji mostly migrant workers from Mexico, can be attributed to this. The percentage of the population of Indian descent has declined significantly over the last two decades because of exclusionary policies against them and related emigration.
About 1.2% are Rotuman - natives of Rotuma Island, whose culture has more in common with countries such as Tonga or Samoa than with the rest of Fiji. There are also small, but economically significant, groups of Europeans, Chinese and other minorities. Relationships between ethnic Fijians and Indo-Fijians have often been strained, and the tension between the two communities has dominated politics in the islands for the past generation.
There were two military coups in 1987 and the country changed from 'Dominion of Fiji' to 'Republic of Fiji' (and to 'Republic of the Fiji Islands' in 1997). In 1990, the new Constitution institutionalized the ethnic Fijian domination of the political system. The Group Against Racial Discrimination (GARD) was formed to oppose the unilaterally imposed constitution and restore the 1970 constitution. Sitiveni Rabuka, the Lieutenant Colonel who carried out the 1987 coup became Prime Minister in 1992, following elections held under the new constitution.
The new millennium was rocked by more coups and mutinies. The High Court ordered the reinstatement of the constitution, and in September 2001, a General election was held to restore democracy. But the disputes never ended there. Coups resurfaced. The Commonwealth of Nations held an emergency meeting in London, where they declared Fiji's membership had been suspended. In the same year, IFNA withdrew the right of Fiji to host the 2007 World Netball Championships as a consequence of the Military takeover.
But of course, chaos does come to an end, as order is eventually reinstated. For a country of its size, Fiji has large armed forces, and has been a major contributor to UN peacekeeping missions in various parts of the world. In addition, a significant number of former military personnel have served as in the lucrative security sector in Iraq following the 2003 US led invasion.
The population of Fiji is mostly made up of native Fijians, a people of mixed Polynesian (partly Tongan) and Melanesian ancestry (54.3%), and Indo-Fijians (38.1%), descendants of Indian contract laborers brought to the islands by the British in the nineteenth century. Because of the tensions between the Native and Indo Fijians, there has been a significant labor shortage. The influx of foreign labor coming into Fiji mostly migrant workers from Mexico, can be attributed to this. The percentage of the population of Indian descent has declined significantly over the last two decades because of exclusionary policies against them and related emigration.
About 1.2% are Rotuman - natives of Rotuma Island, whose culture has more in common with countries such as Tonga or Samoa than with the rest of Fiji. There are also small, but economically significant, groups of Europeans, Chinese and other minorities. Relationships between ethnic Fijians and Indo-Fijians have often been strained, and the tension between the two communities has dominated politics in the islands for the past generation.
There were two military coups in 1987 and the country changed from 'Dominion of Fiji' to 'Republic of Fiji' (and to 'Republic of the Fiji Islands' in 1997). In 1990, the new Constitution institutionalized the ethnic Fijian domination of the political system. The Group Against Racial Discrimination (GARD) was formed to oppose the unilaterally imposed constitution and restore the 1970 constitution. Sitiveni Rabuka, the Lieutenant Colonel who carried out the 1987 coup became Prime Minister in 1992, following elections held under the new constitution.
The new millennium was rocked by more coups and mutinies. The High Court ordered the reinstatement of the constitution, and in September 2001, a General election was held to restore democracy. But the disputes never ended there. Coups resurfaced. The Commonwealth of Nations held an emergency meeting in London, where they declared Fiji's membership had been suspended. In the same year, IFNA withdrew the right of Fiji to host the 2007 World Netball Championships as a consequence of the Military takeover.
But of course, chaos does come to an end, as order is eventually reinstated. For a country of its size, Fiji has large armed forces, and has been a major contributor to UN peacekeeping missions in various parts of the world. In addition, a significant number of former military personnel have served as in the lucrative security sector in Iraq following the 2003 US led invasion.
Scuba Diving in the Fiji Islands
The one thing that can mean all of the difference between an average scuba diving expedition and a breathtaking one is visibility, and there is no other place on earth that is as widely known for clear dives than the islands of Fiji. Located in the South Pacific Ocean, the Fiji Islands encompass an area just slightly smaller than that of New Jersey. The Fiji Islands are well known for soft coral, warm waters, and exceptional visibility.
One of the things that makes Fiji stand out from all other dive destinations is the Fiji archipelago which is encircled by a massive reef. Inside the reef, there are thousands of scuba diving sites that feature shallow lagoons; steep, vertical walls; and caves for exploration. Many of the sites are accessible right from the beach, while other sites can be reached by a short boat ride.
While Fiji is one of the most beautiful dive destinations in the world, it is the crystal clear waters surrounding the islands that make scuba diving in this region particularly enjoyable. Here it is not uncommon for visibility to hover at a consistent 200 feet during favorable weather conditions. Divers in the Southern Islands have even reported that they have been able to see clearly up to an amazing 500 feet on calm days.
Another characteristic of the Fiji Islands that keeps divers coming back year after year is that the waters surrounding the islands are remarkably warm year round. During the winter months (May to November) water temperatures of an average 77 degrees are ideal for scuba diving. In the summer, water temperatures average 86 degrees.
With scuba diving conditions like these, one might think that it's impossible to expect more from the awe-inspiring islands of Fiji. But the truth of the matter is that Fiji is home to one of the most advanced ecological systems in the world. Here you will find rain forests, mountains, and waterfalls above water, and an amazing variety of life under water.
There are more than 1,200 species of fish and 12 species of dolphin that call the Fiji Islands home. There is an abundance of colorful soft coral interspersed with hard corals of every variety; all of which can be seen during a scuba diving adventure at one of the top diving spots that can be found throughout the islands.
Some of the premiere scuba diving attractions of the Fiji Islands include the Great White Wall, the Pacific Harbor, the caves of Sawa-i-Lau, and Rainbow Reef. The Great White Wall is a breathtaking display of pristine white coral and the Pacific Harbor is a favorite feeding spot for hammerhead sharks.
The wide variety of scuba diving spots makes Fiji an ideal destination for divers of all experience levels. There are numerous shallow lagoons that are perfect for beginner divers as well as cavernous depths best explored by advanced divers. No matter what type of diving adventure that you desire, you can rest assured that Fiji can deliver.
One of the things that makes Fiji stand out from all other dive destinations is the Fiji archipelago which is encircled by a massive reef. Inside the reef, there are thousands of scuba diving sites that feature shallow lagoons; steep, vertical walls; and caves for exploration. Many of the sites are accessible right from the beach, while other sites can be reached by a short boat ride.
While Fiji is one of the most beautiful dive destinations in the world, it is the crystal clear waters surrounding the islands that make scuba diving in this region particularly enjoyable. Here it is not uncommon for visibility to hover at a consistent 200 feet during favorable weather conditions. Divers in the Southern Islands have even reported that they have been able to see clearly up to an amazing 500 feet on calm days.
Another characteristic of the Fiji Islands that keeps divers coming back year after year is that the waters surrounding the islands are remarkably warm year round. During the winter months (May to November) water temperatures of an average 77 degrees are ideal for scuba diving. In the summer, water temperatures average 86 degrees.
With scuba diving conditions like these, one might think that it's impossible to expect more from the awe-inspiring islands of Fiji. But the truth of the matter is that Fiji is home to one of the most advanced ecological systems in the world. Here you will find rain forests, mountains, and waterfalls above water, and an amazing variety of life under water.
There are more than 1,200 species of fish and 12 species of dolphin that call the Fiji Islands home. There is an abundance of colorful soft coral interspersed with hard corals of every variety; all of which can be seen during a scuba diving adventure at one of the top diving spots that can be found throughout the islands.
Some of the premiere scuba diving attractions of the Fiji Islands include the Great White Wall, the Pacific Harbor, the caves of Sawa-i-Lau, and Rainbow Reef. The Great White Wall is a breathtaking display of pristine white coral and the Pacific Harbor is a favorite feeding spot for hammerhead sharks.
The wide variety of scuba diving spots makes Fiji an ideal destination for divers of all experience levels. There are numerous shallow lagoons that are perfect for beginner divers as well as cavernous depths best explored by advanced divers. No matter what type of diving adventure that you desire, you can rest assured that Fiji can deliver.
Activities You Can Take Part In on a Fiji Honeymoon
Are you and your soon to be spouse interested in honeymooning in Fiji? If you are, you are definitely not alone. Fiji is known as a top honeymoon destination. Two of the many reasons for that is due to the beauty of Fuji and the romance that beauty creates. Although beauty and romance is enough to draw many honeymooners in, you may be looking for more. If you are, you may be pleased to know that there are, literally, an unlimited number of activities for you and spouse to participate in.
One of the many activities that you may be interested in participating in, while on a Fuji honeymoon, is surfing. Fiji is known as one of the best places to surf in the entire world. What is nice about surfing is that you do not have to be an expert to do so. In fact, you may even want to use your Fuji honeymoon to learn how to surf. Surfing can be a unique way to add fun and excitement to your honeymoon.
In addition to traditional surfing, you may also enjoy windsurfing. Windsurfing is another popular Fiji honeymoon activity that many newlyweds love participating in. What is nice about windsurfing is that it is adventurous, but less physically demanding than surfing. Windsurfing is a water sport that is ideal for beginners.
Scuba diving is another Fuji honeymoon activity that many participate in. What is nice about scuba diving is that it is an activity that both you and your spouse can do together. There a relatively large number of scuba diving tour companies in Fuji. These tour companies provide guided tours along the coasts of Fiji, including breathtaking coral reefs. Scuba diving is perfect for your Fuji honeymoon, should you decide to take one, because it is exciting and romantic all at the same time.
Although scuba diving, surfing, and windsurfing are fun and exciting activities, you may be interested in exploring what Fiji has to offer inland. If that is the case, you may want to think about going on a hiking or trekking adventure. What is nice about hiking on your Fiji honeymoon is that you have a number of different options. Depending on where in Fiji you choose to honeymoon, you can go hiking through waterfalls, sand dunes, old archeological sites, rainforests, and much more. With a number of different hiking adventures or tours to choose from, you are sure to find whatever you are looking for, whether that be romance, adventure, or a combination of them both.
The above mentioned activities are just a few of the many that you could do should you decide to take a Fuji honeymoon. For other fun and exciting or romantic activities, you may want to think about consulting with a travel agent, particularly one who is familiar with Fiji honeymoons.
One of the many activities that you may be interested in participating in, while on a Fuji honeymoon, is surfing. Fiji is known as one of the best places to surf in the entire world. What is nice about surfing is that you do not have to be an expert to do so. In fact, you may even want to use your Fuji honeymoon to learn how to surf. Surfing can be a unique way to add fun and excitement to your honeymoon.
In addition to traditional surfing, you may also enjoy windsurfing. Windsurfing is another popular Fiji honeymoon activity that many newlyweds love participating in. What is nice about windsurfing is that it is adventurous, but less physically demanding than surfing. Windsurfing is a water sport that is ideal for beginners.
Scuba diving is another Fuji honeymoon activity that many participate in. What is nice about scuba diving is that it is an activity that both you and your spouse can do together. There a relatively large number of scuba diving tour companies in Fuji. These tour companies provide guided tours along the coasts of Fiji, including breathtaking coral reefs. Scuba diving is perfect for your Fuji honeymoon, should you decide to take one, because it is exciting and romantic all at the same time.
Although scuba diving, surfing, and windsurfing are fun and exciting activities, you may be interested in exploring what Fiji has to offer inland. If that is the case, you may want to think about going on a hiking or trekking adventure. What is nice about hiking on your Fiji honeymoon is that you have a number of different options. Depending on where in Fiji you choose to honeymoon, you can go hiking through waterfalls, sand dunes, old archeological sites, rainforests, and much more. With a number of different hiking adventures or tours to choose from, you are sure to find whatever you are looking for, whether that be romance, adventure, or a combination of them both.
The above mentioned activities are just a few of the many that you could do should you decide to take a Fuji honeymoon. For other fun and exciting or romantic activities, you may want to think about consulting with a travel agent, particularly one who is familiar with Fiji honeymoons.
Activities You Can Take Part In on a Fiji Honeymoon
Are you and your soon to be spouse interested in honeymooning in Fiji? If you are, you are definitely not alone. Fiji is known as a top honeymoon destination. Two of the many reasons for that is due to the beauty of Fuji and the romance that beauty creates. Although beauty and romance is enough to draw many honeymooners in, you may be looking for more. If you are, you may be pleased to know that there are, literally, an unlimited number of activities for you and spouse to participate in.
One of the many activities that you may be interested in participating in, while on a Fuji honeymoon, is surfing. Fiji is known as one of the best places to surf in the entire world. What is nice about surfing is that you do not have to be an expert to do so. In fact, you may even want to use your Fuji honeymoon to learn how to surf. Surfing can be a unique way to add fun and excitement to your honeymoon.
In addition to traditional surfing, you may also enjoy windsurfing. Windsurfing is another popular Fiji honeymoon activity that many newlyweds love participating in. What is nice about windsurfing is that it is adventurous, but less physically demanding than surfing. Windsurfing is a water sport that is ideal for beginners.
Scuba diving is another Fuji honeymoon activity that many participate in. What is nice about scuba diving is that it is an activity that both you and your spouse can do together. There a relatively large number of scuba diving tour companies in Fuji. These tour companies provide guided tours along the coasts of Fiji, including breathtaking coral reefs. Scuba diving is perfect for your Fuji honeymoon, should you decide to take one, because it is exciting and romantic all at the same time.
Although scuba diving, surfing, and windsurfing are fun and exciting activities, you may be interested in exploring what Fiji has to offer inland. If that is the case, you may want to think about going on a hiking or trekking adventure. What is nice about hiking on your Fiji honeymoon is that you have a number of different options. Depending on where in Fiji you choose to honeymoon, you can go hiking through waterfalls, sand dunes, old archeological sites, rainforests, and much more. With a number of different hiking adventures or tours to choose from, you are sure to find whatever you are looking for, whether that be romance, adventure, or a combination of them both.
The above mentioned activities are just a few of the many that you could do should you decide to take a Fuji honeymoon. For other fun and exciting or romantic activities, you may want to think about consulting with a travel agent, particularly one who is familiar with Fiji honeymoons.
One of the many activities that you may be interested in participating in, while on a Fuji honeymoon, is surfing. Fiji is known as one of the best places to surf in the entire world. What is nice about surfing is that you do not have to be an expert to do so. In fact, you may even want to use your Fuji honeymoon to learn how to surf. Surfing can be a unique way to add fun and excitement to your honeymoon.
In addition to traditional surfing, you may also enjoy windsurfing. Windsurfing is another popular Fiji honeymoon activity that many newlyweds love participating in. What is nice about windsurfing is that it is adventurous, but less physically demanding than surfing. Windsurfing is a water sport that is ideal for beginners.
Scuba diving is another Fuji honeymoon activity that many participate in. What is nice about scuba diving is that it is an activity that both you and your spouse can do together. There a relatively large number of scuba diving tour companies in Fuji. These tour companies provide guided tours along the coasts of Fiji, including breathtaking coral reefs. Scuba diving is perfect for your Fuji honeymoon, should you decide to take one, because it is exciting and romantic all at the same time.
Although scuba diving, surfing, and windsurfing are fun and exciting activities, you may be interested in exploring what Fiji has to offer inland. If that is the case, you may want to think about going on a hiking or trekking adventure. What is nice about hiking on your Fiji honeymoon is that you have a number of different options. Depending on where in Fiji you choose to honeymoon, you can go hiking through waterfalls, sand dunes, old archeological sites, rainforests, and much more. With a number of different hiking adventures or tours to choose from, you are sure to find whatever you are looking for, whether that be romance, adventure, or a combination of them both.
The above mentioned activities are just a few of the many that you could do should you decide to take a Fuji honeymoon. For other fun and exciting or romantic activities, you may want to think about consulting with a travel agent, particularly one who is familiar with Fiji honeymoons.
Fiji Is The Soft Coral Capital of the World
Fiji scuba diving will surely be a great surprise for anyone that tries it as they will meet a great diversity of species in those fantastic waters. Fiji's waters offer one of the most exciting marine lives that scuba diving fans can see. Fiji is an archipelago surrounded by a giant reef. Fiji's waters are very good for snorkeling therefore you can find there thousands of dive sites. Water sports in Fiji it is also very popular because the sites are very easy to be accessed and the water's temperatures are very warm. During winter, the temperatures don't usually get lower than 25C. The visibility in Fiji's waters is also very good for all underwater activities except for the summer days when it rains. You can find the best conditions for your vacation in Fiji early in the morning because the wind doesn't start to blow.
In what concerns where to go for holidays in Fiji, you have lots of options to choose from. For example, you can get to Mamanuca dive sites very easy from the Nadi Airport. In this area you can find diverse options for full packages for scuba diving in Fiji. In Mamanuca you can visit shallow lagoons and swim around beautiful fishes. If you love to explore caves then you should go scuba diving in Sawa-i-Lau in the Yasawa Group and you will definitely be charmed by the interesting view you will find there.
Another popular diving site in Fiji is Astrolabe Reef which is situated in the southern area. There you can find a beautiful variety of coral and reef but the dive sites are small and are accessible by boat. The weather is sometimes humid there, but you will not have big problems with scuba diving because of that. In the Northern Islands you can go for scuba diving in Rainbow Reef. This famous location can be found between Taveuni and Vanua Levu and provides to its visitors eyes a great view because of the abundance of corals that developed there. If you are a marine passionate about shipwrecks you can find them in Fiji if you go to the Colonial capital of Levuka on Ovalau.
If you are concerned about your safety if you go scuba diving in Fiji, you should know that divers who have difficulties are helped by the Fiji Recompression Chamber Facility located in Suva. You should be careful to have a proper insurance and if you are a beginner you should get certified and follow the instructions you are given. If you take enough time for planning your vacation you will surely enjoy the best time by scuba diving all over the Mamanuca Islands of Fiji. Meeting the spectacular life that can be found under the waters of Fiji is surely a beautiful experience for those passionate about scuba diving. The extraordinary colors of the reefs that can be seen in Fiji transformed this place into one of the most visited destination for scuba diving.
In what concerns where to go for holidays in Fiji, you have lots of options to choose from. For example, you can get to Mamanuca dive sites very easy from the Nadi Airport. In this area you can find diverse options for full packages for scuba diving in Fiji. In Mamanuca you can visit shallow lagoons and swim around beautiful fishes. If you love to explore caves then you should go scuba diving in Sawa-i-Lau in the Yasawa Group and you will definitely be charmed by the interesting view you will find there.
Another popular diving site in Fiji is Astrolabe Reef which is situated in the southern area. There you can find a beautiful variety of coral and reef but the dive sites are small and are accessible by boat. The weather is sometimes humid there, but you will not have big problems with scuba diving because of that. In the Northern Islands you can go for scuba diving in Rainbow Reef. This famous location can be found between Taveuni and Vanua Levu and provides to its visitors eyes a great view because of the abundance of corals that developed there. If you are a marine passionate about shipwrecks you can find them in Fiji if you go to the Colonial capital of Levuka on Ovalau.
If you are concerned about your safety if you go scuba diving in Fiji, you should know that divers who have difficulties are helped by the Fiji Recompression Chamber Facility located in Suva. You should be careful to have a proper insurance and if you are a beginner you should get certified and follow the instructions you are given. If you take enough time for planning your vacation you will surely enjoy the best time by scuba diving all over the Mamanuca Islands of Fiji. Meeting the spectacular life that can be found under the waters of Fiji is surely a beautiful experience for those passionate about scuba diving. The extraordinary colors of the reefs that can be seen in Fiji transformed this place into one of the most visited destination for scuba diving.
Fiji Weddings - Get Married in One of the Most Romantic Places in the World
Fiji is one of the most romantic destinations in the world to get married in. With the countless gorgeous beaches found here and incredible warm tropical weather, this island paradise is for many, the ultimate place to get married. Numerous couples from all over the world choose Fiji as their wedding destination of choice with its wonderful secluded resorts and plenty of privacy, which means that you can share your special day with just the people you love around you.
Fiji Weddings: Traditional or Exotic
If are considering getting married in Fiji, you have a myriad superb locations to choose from. You can also decide whether to have a simple traditional wedding ceremony, or you can choose a more exotic ceremony on the beach. There are many lovely churches in Fiji where you can get married. If you wish to have a Catholic wedding, however, you will need a Letter of Freedom from your church, along with your baptism certificate. These need to be given to the Fijian priest who will marry you at least 2 to 3 months in advance.
If you like, you can go for a more exotic Fiji wedding ceremony on the beach complete with costumes and tribal motifs. Dressed in traditional Fijian outfits you will be lead to an altar decorated with palm leaves and tropical flowers. Here a Fijian tribal elder will marry you as a beautiful village choir sings on.
Fiji Wedding Resorts and Planners
What is also so wonderful and unique about getting married in Fiji is that your entire wedding can be planned out for you from start to finish. By staying at a Fiji wedding resort, you can let the resort plan out your entire day for you as you and your partner the most magical day of your lives surrounded by your friends and family.
Wedding planners are also on hand in Fiji to help you get married. Mostly found in places like Suva, Nadi and Lautoka, these planners assist you in arranging every detail of your wedding day just as you want it.
Fiji Wedding Requirements
If you wish to get married in Fiji here is what you require;
- Your original birth certificates, for both you and your husband to be.
- Your original passports.
- A letter confirming your marital status. You are exempt from this letter if you are a citizen of New Zealand, Australia, UK, USA and Canada.
- A Decree Nisi/Absolute, if you are a divorcee.
- Your spouse’s death certificate if you are widowed.
- If you are under 21, you will need an officially witnessed parental consent.
The license fee to get married is just FJD $20, which is small price to pay for the most special day of you life!
Fiji Weddings: Traditional or Exotic
If are considering getting married in Fiji, you have a myriad superb locations to choose from. You can also decide whether to have a simple traditional wedding ceremony, or you can choose a more exotic ceremony on the beach. There are many lovely churches in Fiji where you can get married. If you wish to have a Catholic wedding, however, you will need a Letter of Freedom from your church, along with your baptism certificate. These need to be given to the Fijian priest who will marry you at least 2 to 3 months in advance.
If you like, you can go for a more exotic Fiji wedding ceremony on the beach complete with costumes and tribal motifs. Dressed in traditional Fijian outfits you will be lead to an altar decorated with palm leaves and tropical flowers. Here a Fijian tribal elder will marry you as a beautiful village choir sings on.
Fiji Wedding Resorts and Planners
What is also so wonderful and unique about getting married in Fiji is that your entire wedding can be planned out for you from start to finish. By staying at a Fiji wedding resort, you can let the resort plan out your entire day for you as you and your partner the most magical day of your lives surrounded by your friends and family.
Wedding planners are also on hand in Fiji to help you get married. Mostly found in places like Suva, Nadi and Lautoka, these planners assist you in arranging every detail of your wedding day just as you want it.
Fiji Wedding Requirements
If you wish to get married in Fiji here is what you require;
- Your original birth certificates, for both you and your husband to be.
- Your original passports.
- A letter confirming your marital status. You are exempt from this letter if you are a citizen of New Zealand, Australia, UK, USA and Canada.
- A Decree Nisi/Absolute, if you are a divorcee.
- Your spouse’s death certificate if you are widowed.
- If you are under 21, you will need an officially witnessed parental consent.
The license fee to get married is just FJD $20, which is small price to pay for the most special day of you life!
Fiji Mineral Water For Perfect Skin
What you eat and drink is incredibly important if you are or are aspiring to become a fashion model. Most people will tell you what food you should be eating, but I think drinking healthy bottled mineral water is just as important.
My clear favourite is bottled Fiji Water which has turned from being the secret drink of models into the new trendy mineral water. If you think it just looks cool and is overpriced, you don’t know what makes Fiji Water so special. Apart from its origins sounding more exotic, what makes Fiji Water so special is its high concentration of the trace mineral colloidal silica. Silica is the mineral that creates the spongy cells in between collagen and elastin fibres. Colloidal silica is the mineral in its most absorbable form so drinking Fiji Water strengthens hair and nails, plumbs the skin and slows the formation of wrinkles. It has a silky texture and a slightly sweet, super-clean taste. It has become so trendy that Nobu (the uber cool Japanese restaurant) have made it their official water.
If you can’t quite afford Fiji Water go for Volvic, a French mineral water filtered through volcanic rock, which also contains colloidal silica, although not as much as Fiji Water.
The author is neither affiliated with, nor does he receive any direct or indirect payment from the companies whose products are recommended in this article
My clear favourite is bottled Fiji Water which has turned from being the secret drink of models into the new trendy mineral water. If you think it just looks cool and is overpriced, you don’t know what makes Fiji Water so special. Apart from its origins sounding more exotic, what makes Fiji Water so special is its high concentration of the trace mineral colloidal silica. Silica is the mineral that creates the spongy cells in between collagen and elastin fibres. Colloidal silica is the mineral in its most absorbable form so drinking Fiji Water strengthens hair and nails, plumbs the skin and slows the formation of wrinkles. It has a silky texture and a slightly sweet, super-clean taste. It has become so trendy that Nobu (the uber cool Japanese restaurant) have made it their official water.
If you can’t quite afford Fiji Water go for Volvic, a French mineral water filtered through volcanic rock, which also contains colloidal silica, although not as much as Fiji Water.
The author is neither affiliated with, nor does he receive any direct or indirect payment from the companies whose products are recommended in this article
Three Great Things About Fiji Women
Fiji women are among the most interesting women of the Asian world. They are unique in every way. While life is quite good for women in most areas of Fiji, there are still many who long to get out and see the rest of the world. Most of them know that the only way they can possibly get these opportunities is by marrying someone from the Western world. With men looking for Asian brides every day, there is a great chance for all women who want to escape from their home country. Take a look at these reasons men love Fiji women. They’re Cultural The best thing about Fiji women is that they are very cultural. They often know a lot about pottery and other crafts and arts. They are quite talented in these areas. In fact, they usually sell their items to tourists when they stay in Fiji and often times that is how they make their sole income. So, if you want a woman from Fiji, you will be getting not only a dedicated wife but also a talented partner in life. They’re Hard Workers In addition, men love women from Fiji because they are great workers. They spend most of their lives working outside of the home. They often work in fisheries and do some farming. So, farmers or other agricultural men often look to Fiji for brides that can help them with their current family business. They Are Lovely In addition to being talented and dedicated to their work, women from Fiji are also beautiful. They have that Pacific look to them that is like no other. Men love their ethnic look and find their natural beauty appealing.
Fiji Travel - Why It Is So Popular
Are you interested in taking a vacation, a romantic getaway, or a honeymoon? If you are, you may have had Fiji travel recommended to you before. Although it is nice to know that Fiji is a great destination for a vacation, romantic getaway, or honeymoon, you may be interested in learning just why that is. If you are, you will want to continue reading on.
When it comes to determining exactly why Fuji travel is so popular, you will find that Fiji travel is popular for a number of different reasons. This is mostly because tourists are drawn to Fiji for different reasons. A few of the most common reasons why Fiji travel is so popular are outlined below.
One of the many reasons why Fiji travel is so popular is because of its affordability. Unfortunately, many associate Fiji travel with high costs. Yes, it can be expensive to travel to Fiji, but it doesn’t have to be. By carefully booking your Fiji travel arrangements or by making your arrangements in the form of a vacation package, you should be able to vacation or honeymoon in Fiji for an affordable rate.
Although Fiji travel can be affordable, you in no way have to compromise quality for cost. You may actually be surprised with just how much fun you can have in Fuji. In fact, that fun is another one of the many reasons why Fuji travel is so popular. No matter where in Fuji you travel to, you will be presented with a number of fun and exciting activities to participate in, as well a number of exciting attractions to visit. Just a few of those activities may include hiking, scuba diving, and snorkeling.
Another one of the many reasons why Fuji travel is so popular is due to the beauty of Fuji. Fuji’s coasts are home to breathtaking coral reefs. That is why scuba diving is a popular Fuji travel activity. In addition to enjoying Fuji’s coasts from underwater, you can do so from above as well. Fiji’s beaches are some of the best in the world for swimming, sunbathing, surfing, and boating. If you are interested in waking up to the beauty of Fiji and its beaches each day, you may want to try to book reservations at a Fiji beachfront resort.
The above mentioned reasons are just a few of the many reasons why Fiji travel is so popular and in such high demand. This popularity is actually something that you should keep in mind, when booking your reservations. Since Fiji travel is so popular, you will want to make your Fiji travel arrangements in advance. Some tourists make their reservations up to a year in advance. To ensure that you get to participate in all of the fun activities that you want to, like a Fiji scuba diving tour, or stay at the island resort of your choice, you may want to think about making your Fiji travel arrangements as you as to decide to visit Fiji.
When it comes to determining exactly why Fuji travel is so popular, you will find that Fiji travel is popular for a number of different reasons. This is mostly because tourists are drawn to Fiji for different reasons. A few of the most common reasons why Fiji travel is so popular are outlined below.
One of the many reasons why Fiji travel is so popular is because of its affordability. Unfortunately, many associate Fiji travel with high costs. Yes, it can be expensive to travel to Fiji, but it doesn’t have to be. By carefully booking your Fiji travel arrangements or by making your arrangements in the form of a vacation package, you should be able to vacation or honeymoon in Fiji for an affordable rate.
Although Fiji travel can be affordable, you in no way have to compromise quality for cost. You may actually be surprised with just how much fun you can have in Fuji. In fact, that fun is another one of the many reasons why Fuji travel is so popular. No matter where in Fuji you travel to, you will be presented with a number of fun and exciting activities to participate in, as well a number of exciting attractions to visit. Just a few of those activities may include hiking, scuba diving, and snorkeling.
Another one of the many reasons why Fuji travel is so popular is due to the beauty of Fuji. Fuji’s coasts are home to breathtaking coral reefs. That is why scuba diving is a popular Fuji travel activity. In addition to enjoying Fuji’s coasts from underwater, you can do so from above as well. Fiji’s beaches are some of the best in the world for swimming, sunbathing, surfing, and boating. If you are interested in waking up to the beauty of Fiji and its beaches each day, you may want to try to book reservations at a Fiji beachfront resort.
The above mentioned reasons are just a few of the many reasons why Fiji travel is so popular and in such high demand. This popularity is actually something that you should keep in mind, when booking your reservations. Since Fiji travel is so popular, you will want to make your Fiji travel arrangements in advance. Some tourists make their reservations up to a year in advance. To ensure that you get to participate in all of the fun activities that you want to, like a Fiji scuba diving tour, or stay at the island resort of your choice, you may want to think about making your Fiji travel arrangements as you as to decide to visit Fiji.
Fiji Wedding Planning
Ever dream of a wedding in an island paradise? Why not Fiji? Fiji provides one of the most Idyllic scenes for a wedding one could imagine. From hot island breezes to the white sandy beaches, this pacific tropical paradise has so much to offer in the way of weddings as well as honeymoons. Fiji wedding planning could be the key to having an absolute wedding of dreams.
Fiji offers a lot for weddings. The beautiful tropical scenery, the friendly people and a nation rich in culture just to name a few. Fiji is also a place of excitement and action. It I a nation of over 300 islands all to be explored. It is also known as the hub of the Pacific with the comings and goings of tourists and business people. Fiji wedding planning makes it quite easy to get married. Fiji allows foreigners to get married legally without residency or citizenship requirements. All one needs is a passport and other valid I.D for a Fijian wedding license. The parties wanting to marry must present themselves in person with this documentation. Once this application is made, you are on your way.
Fiji wedding planning also offers several packages to suit nearly any budget. Whether you want just the basics or a lavish celebration fit for a king and queen the nation of Fiji has what you need.
The island of Fiji offers everything you and your spouse could possibly want for the perfect dream wedding. The sun, sand and hospitality and culture of this group of islands are just some of the many wonderful things you will experience while having your wedding in Fiji. The ease of obtaining a marriage license and the sheer beauty of the location make it an ideayllic setting that anyone could fall in love with. You and your spouse could have a dream wedding and honeymoon all rolled into one with friends and family engaging in their own vacation of a lifetime. What are you waiting for? Fiji wedding planning can make it happen with easy and affordable packages. Why not consider Fiji? It could be worth it.
Fiji offers a lot for weddings. The beautiful tropical scenery, the friendly people and a nation rich in culture just to name a few. Fiji is also a place of excitement and action. It I a nation of over 300 islands all to be explored. It is also known as the hub of the Pacific with the comings and goings of tourists and business people. Fiji wedding planning makes it quite easy to get married. Fiji allows foreigners to get married legally without residency or citizenship requirements. All one needs is a passport and other valid I.D for a Fijian wedding license. The parties wanting to marry must present themselves in person with this documentation. Once this application is made, you are on your way.
Fiji wedding planning also offers several packages to suit nearly any budget. Whether you want just the basics or a lavish celebration fit for a king and queen the nation of Fiji has what you need.
The island of Fiji offers everything you and your spouse could possibly want for the perfect dream wedding. The sun, sand and hospitality and culture of this group of islands are just some of the many wonderful things you will experience while having your wedding in Fiji. The ease of obtaining a marriage license and the sheer beauty of the location make it an ideayllic setting that anyone could fall in love with. You and your spouse could have a dream wedding and honeymoon all rolled into one with friends and family engaging in their own vacation of a lifetime. What are you waiting for? Fiji wedding planning can make it happen with easy and affordable packages. Why not consider Fiji? It could be worth it.
Fiji Islands and Beaches
Clumped in the South Pacific Ocean are the islands of Fiji, home of the world's best beaches. The Fiji islands are collective group of islands that make up an island nation. Located on Vanuatu's east, the archipelago is made up of 322 islands and 522 islets. The regions major islands are Vitu Levu and Vanua Levu, whose locals account for 87% if the Fiji islands' population. The terrain of Fiji islands is mostly mountainous, with the highest peak at 4,250 feet. Surrounded by mountains are the Fiji islands' lush rain forests that are teeming with exotic wildlife. Guests are sure to have a very memorable trip when they visit Fiji islands and its beaches.
The Fiji islands are made up of nine regions which include major islands Vitu Levu and vanua Levu, Taveuni, Kadavu, Yasawa Islands, Nananu-i-Ra Island, Mamanuca Islands, Lomaiviti Islands, and the Lau Islands. Taveuni is most noted for being the home of the Tagimoucia flower, a species that is indigenous to this part of the Fiji islands.
With its exotic beauty and serenity, Fiji has captured the hearts of many a tourist. With volcanic mountains and tropical waters, Fiji is the perfect destination for those who are looking for a vacation punctuated with exotic adventures and breathtaking beauty. Fiji islands offer more than beautiful beaches, as the region also boasts of tropical rain forests, coconut plantations, and hills.
Fiji islands and Fiji beaches offer various activities and adventures to its guests. From intense water sports to more relaxed beach lounging, there is something for every kind of visitor in Fiji. Visitors could spend the day exploring Fiji islands, go shopping in Suva island, or head for a safari in the region's highlands. A safari in the highlands if Fiji islands offers magnificent views of the region's astounding peaks and allows access to Fiji's remote villages. Those who want an intense water adventure could try whitewater rafting or sail through Yasawa island.
Fiji beaches guarantee a relaxing time to its guests, as warm azure waters and fine sand make for the perfect beach atmosphere. With warm tropical weather and fantastic views, guests of Fiji would experience paradise on earth. Fiji is a beach lover's paradise, as activities range from chilling by the waters to exploring the islands' magnificent waters. Guests could go scuba diving or snorkeling in one of Fiji's blue lagoons. Like the forests of Fiji islands, the seas are also teeming with wildlife, as exotic species of fish swim in and about the corals of Fiji's beaches.
The Fiji islands are made up of nine regions which include major islands Vitu Levu and vanua Levu, Taveuni, Kadavu, Yasawa Islands, Nananu-i-Ra Island, Mamanuca Islands, Lomaiviti Islands, and the Lau Islands. Taveuni is most noted for being the home of the Tagimoucia flower, a species that is indigenous to this part of the Fiji islands.
With its exotic beauty and serenity, Fiji has captured the hearts of many a tourist. With volcanic mountains and tropical waters, Fiji is the perfect destination for those who are looking for a vacation punctuated with exotic adventures and breathtaking beauty. Fiji islands offer more than beautiful beaches, as the region also boasts of tropical rain forests, coconut plantations, and hills.
Fiji islands and Fiji beaches offer various activities and adventures to its guests. From intense water sports to more relaxed beach lounging, there is something for every kind of visitor in Fiji. Visitors could spend the day exploring Fiji islands, go shopping in Suva island, or head for a safari in the region's highlands. A safari in the highlands if Fiji islands offers magnificent views of the region's astounding peaks and allows access to Fiji's remote villages. Those who want an intense water adventure could try whitewater rafting or sail through Yasawa island.
Fiji beaches guarantee a relaxing time to its guests, as warm azure waters and fine sand make for the perfect beach atmosphere. With warm tropical weather and fantastic views, guests of Fiji would experience paradise on earth. Fiji is a beach lover's paradise, as activities range from chilling by the waters to exploring the islands' magnificent waters. Guests could go scuba diving or snorkeling in one of Fiji's blue lagoons. Like the forests of Fiji islands, the seas are also teeming with wildlife, as exotic species of fish swim in and about the corals of Fiji's beaches.
Fiji Cruise Vacations
A Fiji cruise vacation is definitely worth going on. These cruise vacations come with a variety of themes, so to make the trip to the lovely islands of Fiji is an experience that you will remember.
Fiji can be considered to be the crossroads and the central hub of the south Pacific islands. Those on a Fiji cruise vacation are sure to get spoiled with the pure, natural, and cultural experience offered by the localities here. In fact, once you complete a Fiji cruise vacation, the longest lasting memory of the Fiji cruise vacation is the smiling facts of the Fijian friends you made on your cruise vacation.
When on a Fiji cruise vacation, you can choose the itinerary and theme of the cruise. This is because there are many destinations in Fiji, and by choosing the itinerary, you can experience a Fiji cruise vacation that suits your tastes. There are honeymoon cruises, Fiji ecotourism cruises, family sailing vacations, water sports, and kite boarding safaris.
Whatever choice you make for your Fiji cruise vacation, you will find that you will be immersed in a natural tropical wilderness area around you. You wake up to a new anchorage every morning to find beautiful, palm-fringed white-sand beaches. When on a Fiji cruise vacation, it is not necessary to have any sailing experience. There are short day trips for the inexperienced sailors that go behind the barrier reef into smooth waters. The more experienced sailors can go on an overnight, offshore passage to one of the distant and remote islands of Fiji.
When on an ecotour Fiji cruise vacation, you get to participate in a traditional experience. You are taken to visit untouched villages to learn and witness the lifestyle of the Fijians. They share hospitality that makes it worth visiting firsthand. You can also customize your Fiji cruise vacation according to your preferences. There are the sunset cocktails, gourmet theme dinners, dancing till sunrise, relaxing in a hammock at the beach, wreck snorkeling, beachcombing, and the list goes on and on.
Fiji can be considered to be the crossroads and the central hub of the south Pacific islands. Those on a Fiji cruise vacation are sure to get spoiled with the pure, natural, and cultural experience offered by the localities here. In fact, once you complete a Fiji cruise vacation, the longest lasting memory of the Fiji cruise vacation is the smiling facts of the Fijian friends you made on your cruise vacation.
When on a Fiji cruise vacation, you can choose the itinerary and theme of the cruise. This is because there are many destinations in Fiji, and by choosing the itinerary, you can experience a Fiji cruise vacation that suits your tastes. There are honeymoon cruises, Fiji ecotourism cruises, family sailing vacations, water sports, and kite boarding safaris.
Whatever choice you make for your Fiji cruise vacation, you will find that you will be immersed in a natural tropical wilderness area around you. You wake up to a new anchorage every morning to find beautiful, palm-fringed white-sand beaches. When on a Fiji cruise vacation, it is not necessary to have any sailing experience. There are short day trips for the inexperienced sailors that go behind the barrier reef into smooth waters. The more experienced sailors can go on an overnight, offshore passage to one of the distant and remote islands of Fiji.
When on an ecotour Fiji cruise vacation, you get to participate in a traditional experience. You are taken to visit untouched villages to learn and witness the lifestyle of the Fijians. They share hospitality that makes it worth visiting firsthand. You can also customize your Fiji cruise vacation according to your preferences. There are the sunset cocktails, gourmet theme dinners, dancing till sunrise, relaxing in a hammock at the beach, wreck snorkeling, beachcombing, and the list goes on and on.
Fiji Hotel Chain Provides an Alternative to Packaged Tourism
The owners of Fiji's largest budget accommodation chain have decided to counter the burgeoning bus and package tour trade by refocusing on the independent traveler.
With more and more visitors being booked onto pre-arranged itineraries straight off the plane in Nadi, Cathay Hotels (Fiji) Limited has made a conscious choice to do things a lot differently. They're betting on the market niche of those who prefer to make their own decisions about where to go and what to do.
Guests at their flagship property, Tubakula Beach Bungalows on the Coral Coast, an hour south of the international airport, have cooking facilities built into their units, relieving them of the need to purchase pricy resort meals. In keeping with the laid-back atmosphere, there are no TVs, telephones, or mini-bars in the rooms, although these are readily available in the main building, where there's also an inexpensive restaurant serving tasty local-style food.
The lagoon in front of Tubakula has been identified as a suitable nursery site for corals, and re-planting has begun. According to Cathay Hotels (Fiji) general manager Elain Barrett-Power, "Tubakula Beach Bungalows has long had a policy of minimal interference with the natural marine and coastal environment and does not offer tourist-oriented watersports in the lagoon; this means that the corals will be able to re-generate undisturbed."
At the Saweni Beach Apartment Hotel, north of Nadi Airport, the 12 one-bedroom apartments have been fully renovated with new beds and modern kitchens. This quiet property will appeal to mature travelers or couples and families in search of a peaceful retreat. As at Tubakula, starting prices are in the US$50 range, and there's a 10 percent discount on stays of a week or more.
Close to Saweni, the Cathay Hotel in Fiji's second city Lautoka is a good alternative to the tourist ghettos of nearby Nadi. Lautoka's bustling market is wonderfully picturesque, and there are countless eating and drinking options around town. Rugby players from all over Fiji come to compete at Churchill Park behind the hotel, and to prepare themselves for careers in international sports. Hotel guests can watch the action from the hotel's lounge bar, and maybe meet a few of the future superstars, many of whom will be staying at the hotel. Rooms at the Cathay are budget priced.
In Fiji's capital, Suva, Cathay Hotels (Fiji) operates the venerable South Seas Private Hotel near Albert Park. The floors of this backpacker institution have recently been sanded and polished to reveal the original Oregon pine timber flooring imported in the 1930s. Colorful canvas awnings are being fitted across the front of the building to provide additional shade and add ambience of this historic property. According to Barrett-Power, "South Seas has long catered to independent travellers looking for the 'real' South Pacific, and we continue to resist the trend towards the package and coach tour circuit." As usual, South Seas guests have access to full cooking facilities, and the gamut of accommodations ranges from low budget dorms to simple but spotless rooms with fan.
With more and more visitors being booked onto pre-arranged itineraries straight off the plane in Nadi, Cathay Hotels (Fiji) Limited has made a conscious choice to do things a lot differently. They're betting on the market niche of those who prefer to make their own decisions about where to go and what to do.
Guests at their flagship property, Tubakula Beach Bungalows on the Coral Coast, an hour south of the international airport, have cooking facilities built into their units, relieving them of the need to purchase pricy resort meals. In keeping with the laid-back atmosphere, there are no TVs, telephones, or mini-bars in the rooms, although these are readily available in the main building, where there's also an inexpensive restaurant serving tasty local-style food.
The lagoon in front of Tubakula has been identified as a suitable nursery site for corals, and re-planting has begun. According to Cathay Hotels (Fiji) general manager Elain Barrett-Power, "Tubakula Beach Bungalows has long had a policy of minimal interference with the natural marine and coastal environment and does not offer tourist-oriented watersports in the lagoon; this means that the corals will be able to re-generate undisturbed."
At the Saweni Beach Apartment Hotel, north of Nadi Airport, the 12 one-bedroom apartments have been fully renovated with new beds and modern kitchens. This quiet property will appeal to mature travelers or couples and families in search of a peaceful retreat. As at Tubakula, starting prices are in the US$50 range, and there's a 10 percent discount on stays of a week or more.
Close to Saweni, the Cathay Hotel in Fiji's second city Lautoka is a good alternative to the tourist ghettos of nearby Nadi. Lautoka's bustling market is wonderfully picturesque, and there are countless eating and drinking options around town. Rugby players from all over Fiji come to compete at Churchill Park behind the hotel, and to prepare themselves for careers in international sports. Hotel guests can watch the action from the hotel's lounge bar, and maybe meet a few of the future superstars, many of whom will be staying at the hotel. Rooms at the Cathay are budget priced.
In Fiji's capital, Suva, Cathay Hotels (Fiji) operates the venerable South Seas Private Hotel near Albert Park. The floors of this backpacker institution have recently been sanded and polished to reveal the original Oregon pine timber flooring imported in the 1930s. Colorful canvas awnings are being fitted across the front of the building to provide additional shade and add ambience of this historic property. According to Barrett-Power, "South Seas has long catered to independent travellers looking for the 'real' South Pacific, and we continue to resist the trend towards the package and coach tour circuit." As usual, South Seas guests have access to full cooking facilities, and the gamut of accommodations ranges from low budget dorms to simple but spotless rooms with fan.
The Fiji Islands
The Fiji Islands, are one of the most desirable destinations in South Pacific area. They are known for their climate, beauty, and culture and hundreds of thousands travel there every year to sample just a few days of paradise. With thousands of miles of unspoiled white sandy beaches, coral reefs, and emerald lagoons, the Fiji Islands fulfill everyone's idea of the perfect tropical paradise. Add to that dream a few waterfalls, a rainforest, and deep, lush valleys and the Fiji islands soar are simply insurmountable as a tourism destination.
the Fiji Islands are a unique setting with some of the friendlist people in the world as its residents. You will experience the unique blend of old and new not found in other locales. Here you can relax and enjoy what you will surely call your own paradise.
Whatever your interest may be, there is something on the Fiji Islands for everybody. Many visitors take the time to experience local markets and villages while others merely like to lie on the beach and read a book. Most sporting activities are geared for daylight hours, but the larger cities have evening movies and some have independent restaurants and nightclubs. Dances and festivals may be held on weekends, holidays or other special occasions.
The Fiji Islands are unparalleled in their range of water and outdoors activities and for the water lover, the Fiji Islands are shjeer heaven. Scuba diving and snorkeling are available year round to allow people to explore the safe but exotic marine life. Wind and body surfing, sailing of all types, kayaking and water skiing are just a few of the many other activities for visitors to enjoy the warm tropical waters.
For those less inclined to have fun on the water, land lovers may prefer to explore the rainforest, caves or archeological sites. In addition, back-packing, biking, golf, tennis, horse back riding and bird watching are other activities that are readily available.
The Fiji Islands offer all of the customary lodgings, but the small intimate resorts with their unique bungalow style accommodations are an experience not to be missed. These bungalows otherwise known as bure can be simple or world class, depending on your budget. You will find them to be the perfect place for your dream wedding or honeymoon, family vacation, and even that lengthy business trip. These resorts usually offer all inclusive packages, providing rooms, meals, activities and entertainment.
the Fiji Islands are a unique setting with some of the friendlist people in the world as its residents. You will experience the unique blend of old and new not found in other locales. Here you can relax and enjoy what you will surely call your own paradise.
Whatever your interest may be, there is something on the Fiji Islands for everybody. Many visitors take the time to experience local markets and villages while others merely like to lie on the beach and read a book. Most sporting activities are geared for daylight hours, but the larger cities have evening movies and some have independent restaurants and nightclubs. Dances and festivals may be held on weekends, holidays or other special occasions.
The Fiji Islands are unparalleled in their range of water and outdoors activities and for the water lover, the Fiji Islands are shjeer heaven. Scuba diving and snorkeling are available year round to allow people to explore the safe but exotic marine life. Wind and body surfing, sailing of all types, kayaking and water skiing are just a few of the many other activities for visitors to enjoy the warm tropical waters.
For those less inclined to have fun on the water, land lovers may prefer to explore the rainforest, caves or archeological sites. In addition, back-packing, biking, golf, tennis, horse back riding and bird watching are other activities that are readily available.
The Fiji Islands offer all of the customary lodgings, but the small intimate resorts with their unique bungalow style accommodations are an experience not to be missed. These bungalows otherwise known as bure can be simple or world class, depending on your budget. You will find them to be the perfect place for your dream wedding or honeymoon, family vacation, and even that lengthy business trip. These resorts usually offer all inclusive packages, providing rooms, meals, activities and entertainment.
Fijian Honeymooning
Fijian accommodations offer sun drenched beaches, friendly attitudes and crystal clear water. For a honeymoon, Fijian accommodations are simply one of the best options available for romance, seclusion and sun. Fijian Honeymooning Fiji is a group of islands that are officially known as the Republic of the Fiji Islands and it is located in the southern Pacific Ocean. Fiji is an archipelago that contains 322 islands and 522 islets, but only 106 of these are permanently occupied. The capital city of Fiji is Suva, and this city is located on the island of Viti Levu – one of the two most populous islands in Fiji. Vacationing in the islands of Fiji can be a romantic and very private experience, and the many Fijian honeymoon packages offer couples a great way to take their first trip as man and wife. All Fijian honeymoon suites and rooms are perfect for couples who want to have an exotic and unique honeymoon vacation. One of the most luxurious and romantic destinations on Fiji is the Vatuele Island, a five star accommodation located on a Fijian island that is completely surrounded by a coral reef. Situated on three quarters of a mile of white sand beach, the Vatuele Island has a few strict policies for their guests. They include no telephones, TVs, cash transactions (charge to your room), newspapers or even shoes! This combination of relaxed atmosphere and no outside invasions make this resort a great place for lovers who want to shut out the world. Additionally, since there are only 18 bures (bungalows) located at the resort, there is a sense of personalized service and luxury that's not always found at other hotels. The many different types of cuisine, some served in a cave or on a lagoon, make this destination very appealing to those who want a full sensory experience. Another great Fijian honeymoon package is located at the Lalati on Beqa Island. This destination, which is situated on ten acres of white sand beach in a rainforest setting, has only seven bures – which makes for a very private honeymoon spot. Activities at the Lalati include such water sports as scuba diving and canoeing, and a spa on the premises allows couples to have a relaxing massage or dip in an infinity pool. Choosing Fiji for your romantic honeymoon is a great choice. This beautiful Pacific island nation offers atmosphere, climate and amenities that are perfect for couples who want to spend some time really getting to know each other, and be alone to just enjoy each other's company. Fijian honeymoon packages are so idealic, they are third most popular choice amongst all honeymoon destinations.
Self Enlightenment While Diving in Fiji
We all understand the significance of agility to grow a successful business. But how agile are we really and how can agility in our personal life help us grow in our business life? A near-drowning experience when I was a child left me wary of swimming and totally unwilling to go deeper than snorkeling along the water's surface on a trip to Fiji. Before Tom and I went to Fiji, he had already been scuba diving many times during the preceding five years. I'd heard his fun stories, but I knew he still occasionally experienced anxiety due to a long-ago diving incident. Tom, the daredevil, with all his diving experience, having anxiety? That made it even harder for me to decide to go for it. The only way I would venture out on the dive boat was with the promise to myself that I could choose not to go into the water. Upon arrival at the reef, the first thing the dive master talked about was sharks. "This is their world. They're in control. Don't approach or move toward them. Respect them. Respect their space." Actually, sharks didn't scare me at all. I was too afraid of the water to worry about sharks. First I had to get into the water. Then I'd think about sharks. Several years earlier on Maui I had tried to learn to dive. On that first attempt Tom, my 14-year-old nephew Matt and I started our lessons in the pool. As soon as the water closed over my face mask and I struggled with the weight of the tank and BCD vest that threatened to drown me, I climbed out of the pool and didn't look back. Within the safety of the shore, I enjoyed a massage instead. While they took to the ocean like fish, exploring coral reefs, shipwrecks and the limitless variety of sea life, I clung to my beach chair with my self-help book. On later vacations Tom and I worked out a compromise. He would dive, then return to snorkel with me. Although not much of a swimmer, I was a great flailer. I snorkeled in the shallows, where I could stand up when I tired from flailing or needed to adjust my mask. Yoga practice had prepared me for proper breathing and body control, and over time my confidence grew. So did the quality of my flailing. To this day my nephew calls me shark bait. Back to Fiji: I watched a young girl with a mental disability go out doggedly every day learning to dive, while I stayed safely on the surface, afraid to leave my shallow comfort zone for the deeper unknown. I wondered who had the greater disability, she or I. Hers was real, mine only imagined. Who was more agile? Every afternoon, Tom regaled me with stories of turtles, lionfish, hammerhead sharks and the vibrant coral he saw on his dives while I continued flailing about in the shallows. But each day I snorkeled into deeper and deeper water until finally, on day four of my vacation, I built up the confidence to approach the edge of a 300-foot wall. Looking into its depths I was suddenly no longer content to observe from the surface. My curiosity engaged, I longed to dive deep and envelope myself in the dark wonders below. I resolved to try diving again. My first dive was in a shallow bay. I clung to the bottom, pulling up sand and sea grass at 15 feet down. Easy. Being close to the bottom gave me security and perspective, and the small success encouraged me to go for more. On the second dive I dove longer and deeper to 25 feet. On my third dive, we boated to a sandy ledge that led to the 300-foot wall I was ready to explore. The boat rocked on five-foot swells. Tom and the dive master rolled off the side of the boat backwards – the standard diver's show-off entry. When the dive master instructed me to do the same, I said, "No way!" and headed down the narrow stepladder designed for deck shoes, not fins. No easy feat. Tom said it was typical of me to take the hard way down. Stepping from the ladder, I slid beneath the surface. After the initial roller coaster ride associated with equalizing my ears and my anxiety, we swam along the shallow bottom to the precipice and slowly dropped into the 300-foot abyss. Surprisingly, the stability and quiet of being underwater was a wonderful respite from the swells that bounced the boat on the surface. Anyway, it does no good to scream underwater. I was grateful that my beginner's depth was limited to 45 feet, but swimming along the side of the wall I was still clearly in another world, with nothing under my fins but darkness. Soon I was keenly observing the sea life; coral heads, bulbs, fans and thousands of fish, all sizes and temperaments, from the diminutive clown fish bravely defending his anemone home, to the shy 35-pound sweetlips, who disappeared into his coral cavern at the first sight of us. My dive master floated serenely behind me, arms crossed, conserving breath and energy. Only his fins were moving, even when the menacing 10-foot reef sharks swam past us. As my breathing became more relaxed and quiet, I began to hear the sounds of the sea life. Midway, Tom joined me, held my hand in celebration, and I lost all sense of time, depth – and my childhood fear. While I'll never be a fish in the water, I was now enjoying their world. Even more, I was enjoying my newfound agility. Challenge a Fixed Viewpoint Where would I be if I hadn't challenged my fear of water? Probably where I am now, but with less confidence. I believe the happiest people are those who are always growing and stretching. The only way to grow is to question, challenge, probe for new answers and be agile enough to try new things. In a career, you grow or you die professionally. Most of us are willing to stretch when it comes to our careers. It's expected. You strive for a bigger paycheck, a bigger promotion, more influence or more power. Why don't we do the same in our personal lives? One always affects the other. In life, as in your career, when you neglect growth, the passion inside you cools. Plan not only for a bigger house or an updated vehicle, but for inner growth. Try to reinvent yourself on a regular basis. You don't want to wake up five years from now and greet the same person in the mirror. You want to see a woman who has transcended her former boundaries. Refusing to grow and stretch keeps you locked in a box of your own making, just as not taking that dive might have kept me out of the deep underwater world for the rest of my life. We set up our own failure when we believe those insidious mantras, "I can't…I don't…I wasn't trained for that." A woman in one of our seminars who was struggling with the fast-paced training became upset because she couldn't record the program. I offered to let her leave the seminar that day and take with her the DVD program to study at home at her own pace. She refused the offer. Instead, she sat on the front row the entire six days talking to herself, escalating her frustration and not listening to a word of the seminar. At the end of the program, she was one of only a few women who failed the certification examination. Ninety-five percent of the class passed. She had sabotaged herself by self-talk. Perceiving her condition to be less than perfect, she created, then reinforced, those perceived conditions. Even if the class seemed overwhelming, she could have dramatically improved her experience by challenging her fixed viewpoint. That's not to say we should shut our eyes to problems. Agility comes in recognizing what's not working and fixing it. But there's a difference between complaining or stirring up unrest and pointing out a situation that needs to be changed. When employees come to me with a complaint, I say, "Don't criticize – strategize and offer an alternative." I don't expect the perfect solution, but I do expect a suggestion. I didn't always own a sizeable company. I grew up selling Avon, working at Burger King and then working as a nurse. Owning a growing company constantly challenges my viewpoints and has taught me this attitude: "Wherever you are, make the most of it by questioning, probing and challenging fixed viewpoints." Add a sense of wonder and curiosity. The more you open up to the amazing world around you, the more agility you will have. I could easily have enjoyed Fiji without flexing my agility beyond snorkeling, but after I challenged my viewpoint, Fiji became an unforgettable, life-changing experience. Inside every woman is the agility to be anything she wants to be and to do everything her passionate vision demands.
Escape to the Fiji Beach As Soon As Possible
Escape to the Beach As Soon As Possible
The time to take a beach vacation has finally arrived, and there are many destinations to choose from. Beach vacation destinations are spread all over the world. Here are 9 different wonderful places that you will have fun deciding between.
1. Fabulous Hawaii Resort, Fiji Resort
Use those frequent flyer miles you have been saving up and go to Hawaii. There is always something to do at this resort. A day at a Hawaiian resort is filled with playing golf, swimming in the ocean, indulging in spa treatments, or simply relaxing on the beach. This is a great beach vacation choice because Hawaii has some of the best weather in the world.
2. Georgia BeachA golf-lover's paradise.
Enjoy 54 holes of golf and sunny beaches at the Cloister at Sea Island in Georgia. There are plenty of things for the family to do, too.
3. OahuExperience multiple places in Hawaii.
The Kahala Mandarin Oriental resort is a short distance from Waikiki Beach and Honolulu. Experience all that Oahu Beach has to offer, or take a quick drive and visit the island's capital.
4. Virgin Islands Paradise
Visit the Virgin Islands and one of their five star hotels for a vacation full of pampering. Step from your hotel room door directly onto the beach, then go for a restful swim in the clear water.
5. Half Moon Bay in California
Take a vacation to San Francisco, and drive half an hour to Half Moon Bay for relaxation from the busy life. The Half Moon Bay is a Ritz Carlton resort that guarantees quality.
6. Take a Plane to Bermuda
The Ariel Sands in Bermuda is the best place to get away from New York City. Take the opportunity to slow life down and enjoy the views, food and beach.
7. Caribbean Jamaica
The perfect place to honeymoon or celebrate an anniversary, the Caves resort in Jamaica has an atmosphere you can't experience anywhere else. Become overwhelmed by the gourmet food, exclusive views, and astonishing beaches.
8. Lakeside Georgia
Go swimming and golfing with the family at the Lake Lanier Islands. Teach the kids how to hit a golf ball, or spend the day at the water park going on water rides and down slides. Cool off and have fun together.
9. Family Friendly Hawaii
Go snorkeling, kayaking, sailing, play volleyball, tennis, or go golfing at the Kona Village Resort in Hawaii.
Don't forget to go on the glass bottom boat tour.
Rusty Humboldt enjoys writing on diverse subjects. His curiosity has lead him to build both his library and workshop to overflowing. His family, friends and neighbors are always wondering what he'll come up with next.
The time to take a beach vacation has finally arrived, and there are many destinations to choose from. Beach vacation destinations are spread all over the world. Here are 9 different wonderful places that you will have fun deciding between.
1. Fabulous Hawaii Resort, Fiji Resort
Use those frequent flyer miles you have been saving up and go to Hawaii. There is always something to do at this resort. A day at a Hawaiian resort is filled with playing golf, swimming in the ocean, indulging in spa treatments, or simply relaxing on the beach. This is a great beach vacation choice because Hawaii has some of the best weather in the world.
2. Georgia BeachA golf-lover's paradise.
Enjoy 54 holes of golf and sunny beaches at the Cloister at Sea Island in Georgia. There are plenty of things for the family to do, too.
3. OahuExperience multiple places in Hawaii.
The Kahala Mandarin Oriental resort is a short distance from Waikiki Beach and Honolulu. Experience all that Oahu Beach has to offer, or take a quick drive and visit the island's capital.
4. Virgin Islands Paradise
Visit the Virgin Islands and one of their five star hotels for a vacation full of pampering. Step from your hotel room door directly onto the beach, then go for a restful swim in the clear water.
5. Half Moon Bay in California
Take a vacation to San Francisco, and drive half an hour to Half Moon Bay for relaxation from the busy life. The Half Moon Bay is a Ritz Carlton resort that guarantees quality.
6. Take a Plane to Bermuda
The Ariel Sands in Bermuda is the best place to get away from New York City. Take the opportunity to slow life down and enjoy the views, food and beach.
7. Caribbean Jamaica
The perfect place to honeymoon or celebrate an anniversary, the Caves resort in Jamaica has an atmosphere you can't experience anywhere else. Become overwhelmed by the gourmet food, exclusive views, and astonishing beaches.
8. Lakeside Georgia
Go swimming and golfing with the family at the Lake Lanier Islands. Teach the kids how to hit a golf ball, or spend the day at the water park going on water rides and down slides. Cool off and have fun together.
9. Family Friendly Hawaii
Go snorkeling, kayaking, sailing, play volleyball, tennis, or go golfing at the Kona Village Resort in Hawaii.
Don't forget to go on the glass bottom boat tour.
Rusty Humboldt enjoys writing on diverse subjects. His curiosity has lead him to build both his library and workshop to overflowing. His family, friends and neighbors are always wondering what he'll come up with next.
Vacation Homes in Fiji
Vacation homes in Fiji
INTRODUCTION: Fiji is an island in Pacific Ocean. It takes like about half an hour from Honolulu. This historic island goes back six million years. It is one of the eight main islands in the Hawaiian chain. HISTORY OF THE FIJI ISLAND: The oldest of the eight main islands in the Hawaiian archipelago, Fiji was once home to one of the most mysterious tribes of people linked to Central Polynesia. The Menehune inhabited only Fiji and none of the other Hawaiian Islands. This shows the belief that Fiji has long been an independent island-"a separate kingdom". The Hawaiians' lives were greatly influenced by mana. In several locations, the ruins of sacred heiau (worship sites) remind us of the native Hawaiians who built these stone platforms, walls and other wooden structures. The mana of Fiji's natural elements continues to create a magnetic attraction felt by many even today.British Capt. James Cook anchored his ship in Waimea Bay, in 1778. Due to this, era of irrevocable cultural and social change for the island. The first sugar plantation was founded in Koloa. Hawaii's Queen Liliuokalani was overthrown by a group of Americans, thus thrusting the islands toward statehood. PLACES OF INTEREST IN FIJI: 1. allerton garden 2. Hanalei bay 3. Limahuli garden and preserve. 4. Mcbryde garden. 5. moir gardens 6. Waimea canyon MUSEUMS AND ART GALLERIES IN FIJI: Museums: 1. FAYE MUSEUM 2. GROVE FARM MUSEUM 3. hoopulapula haraguchi rice mill 4. Fiji children?s discovery museum 5. Fiji museum 6. KOKEE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM 7. WAIOLI MISSION HOUSE MUSEUM 8. WAIMEA SUGAR MUSEUM 9. West Fiji technology & visitor center. Art galleries: 1. 8-BELLS GALLERY & CUSTOM FRAMING 2. ALOHA GALLERY / IMAGES 3. ARIUS HOPMAN STUDIO GALLERY 4. ARTISTS GALLERY OF FIJI 5. CAFFE COCO 6. CHRISTIAN RISO FINE ART & FRAMES 7. DAWN M. TRAINA GALLERY 8. GALLERY WEST 9. GIORGIO'S GALLERY 10. HANAPEPE ART CENTER 11. HANAPEPE ART NIGHT (HELD EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT). 12. HOT ROCKET 13. JAMES HOYLE GALLERY 14. KAHN GALLERIES 15. KAMAAINA CABINETS / KOA WOOD GALLERY 16. FIJI FINE ARTS 17. FIJI VILLAGE GALLERY 18. KILOHANA GALLERIES 19. OLA'S HANALEI 20. SHIP STORE GALLERIES 21. WAIMEA GALLERY & GIFTS 22. WYLAND COLLECTION WIDE VARIETY OF SHOPPING IN FIJI: 1. Harbor mall 2. nani Fiji galleryThese are the two malls which are very worth while to shop around in. it offers many kinds of shopping throughout the island, from small shops to malls. Stores offer many unique items to take home and enjoy, beyond souvenirs: apparel including aloha shirts, jewelry, home and personal accessories, and art. More interesting shops in Hanalei, Princeville, and throughout the North Shore are nothing short of a shopper's paradise. There are many more stores where you could spend your money in a worth while manner. DINE IN FIJI: There are so many places where you get mouth watering food that it would be hard for us to choose to satisfy our driving need to taste some delicious food. 1. Ilima Terrace: you have a breakfast, Sunday buffet. Sandwiches and salads. 2. Dondero's: hear you have all kinds of non vegetarian items such as black ink fettuccine with scallops, shrimp, salmon, clams, and lobster in a cognac bisque sauce with black truffles, grilled beef tenderloin with an eggplant-goat cheese lasagna, and sun dried cherry sauce 3. Tidepools: Mango, Lobster and Crab Rice Cake, Grilled Mahi Mahi with smashed Yukon potatoes, Pineapple and Macadamia Nut Crusted Chicken Breast, are some of the dishes available. 4. Grand Hyatt Fiji Luau: Traditional Lei Greeting, Open Bar, All You Can Eat Buffet, Hawaiian Crafts and Demonstrations, Wood Carvers and Hula Lessons (for the adventurous). 5. Poipu Bay Grill and Bar: you can come hear for a lip smacking breakfast and lunch. 6. The Dock: it is the place to go for a casual lunch or snacks. 7. "Share the Stars" Private Beachfront Dining: this is a restaurant situated on the beach side to spend a lovely evening with your loved ones. Another option is renting a vacation rentals home in Fiji and hiring a cook to prepare homely food. There are many more promising dining SPORTS: 1. tennis 2. boating 3. surfing 4. water skiing and water surfing 5. golf championships HOTELS AND ACCOMMODATION: Sheraton Fiji resort is a beautiful resort in Fiji. For accommodation in Maui. You can choose from the various vacation rental homes in Maui. There are many luxurious private gust hoses available on rent which enhances your stay with professional personal concierge services. Few of these holiday homes in Fiji are beach facing with breath taking views. The vacation rental homes in Fiji are spacious and airy too. " TRANSPORT: 1. - Rental car: most commonly used method for transport. 2. - Shuttle bus: 3. ? Taxi. 4. - The Fiji bus. 5. - Coconut coast trolley.
INTRODUCTION: Fiji is an island in Pacific Ocean. It takes like about half an hour from Honolulu. This historic island goes back six million years. It is one of the eight main islands in the Hawaiian chain. HISTORY OF THE FIJI ISLAND: The oldest of the eight main islands in the Hawaiian archipelago, Fiji was once home to one of the most mysterious tribes of people linked to Central Polynesia. The Menehune inhabited only Fiji and none of the other Hawaiian Islands. This shows the belief that Fiji has long been an independent island-"a separate kingdom". The Hawaiians' lives were greatly influenced by mana. In several locations, the ruins of sacred heiau (worship sites) remind us of the native Hawaiians who built these stone platforms, walls and other wooden structures. The mana of Fiji's natural elements continues to create a magnetic attraction felt by many even today.British Capt. James Cook anchored his ship in Waimea Bay, in 1778. Due to this, era of irrevocable cultural and social change for the island. The first sugar plantation was founded in Koloa. Hawaii's Queen Liliuokalani was overthrown by a group of Americans, thus thrusting the islands toward statehood. PLACES OF INTEREST IN FIJI: 1. allerton garden 2. Hanalei bay 3. Limahuli garden and preserve. 4. Mcbryde garden. 5. moir gardens 6. Waimea canyon MUSEUMS AND ART GALLERIES IN FIJI: Museums: 1. FAYE MUSEUM 2. GROVE FARM MUSEUM 3. hoopulapula haraguchi rice mill 4. Fiji children?s discovery museum 5. Fiji museum 6. KOKEE NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM 7. WAIOLI MISSION HOUSE MUSEUM 8. WAIMEA SUGAR MUSEUM 9. West Fiji technology & visitor center. Art galleries: 1. 8-BELLS GALLERY & CUSTOM FRAMING 2. ALOHA GALLERY / IMAGES 3. ARIUS HOPMAN STUDIO GALLERY 4. ARTISTS GALLERY OF FIJI 5. CAFFE COCO 6. CHRISTIAN RISO FINE ART & FRAMES 7. DAWN M. TRAINA GALLERY 8. GALLERY WEST 9. GIORGIO'S GALLERY 10. HANAPEPE ART CENTER 11. HANAPEPE ART NIGHT (HELD EVERY FRIDAY NIGHT). 12. HOT ROCKET 13. JAMES HOYLE GALLERY 14. KAHN GALLERIES 15. KAMAAINA CABINETS / KOA WOOD GALLERY 16. FIJI FINE ARTS 17. FIJI VILLAGE GALLERY 18. KILOHANA GALLERIES 19. OLA'S HANALEI 20. SHIP STORE GALLERIES 21. WAIMEA GALLERY & GIFTS 22. WYLAND COLLECTION WIDE VARIETY OF SHOPPING IN FIJI: 1. Harbor mall 2. nani Fiji galleryThese are the two malls which are very worth while to shop around in. it offers many kinds of shopping throughout the island, from small shops to malls. Stores offer many unique items to take home and enjoy, beyond souvenirs: apparel including aloha shirts, jewelry, home and personal accessories, and art. More interesting shops in Hanalei, Princeville, and throughout the North Shore are nothing short of a shopper's paradise. There are many more stores where you could spend your money in a worth while manner. DINE IN FIJI: There are so many places where you get mouth watering food that it would be hard for us to choose to satisfy our driving need to taste some delicious food. 1. Ilima Terrace: you have a breakfast, Sunday buffet. Sandwiches and salads. 2. Dondero's: hear you have all kinds of non vegetarian items such as black ink fettuccine with scallops, shrimp, salmon, clams, and lobster in a cognac bisque sauce with black truffles, grilled beef tenderloin with an eggplant-goat cheese lasagna, and sun dried cherry sauce 3. Tidepools: Mango, Lobster and Crab Rice Cake, Grilled Mahi Mahi with smashed Yukon potatoes, Pineapple and Macadamia Nut Crusted Chicken Breast, are some of the dishes available. 4. Grand Hyatt Fiji Luau: Traditional Lei Greeting, Open Bar, All You Can Eat Buffet, Hawaiian Crafts and Demonstrations, Wood Carvers and Hula Lessons (for the adventurous). 5. Poipu Bay Grill and Bar: you can come hear for a lip smacking breakfast and lunch. 6. The Dock: it is the place to go for a casual lunch or snacks. 7. "Share the Stars" Private Beachfront Dining: this is a restaurant situated on the beach side to spend a lovely evening with your loved ones. Another option is renting a vacation rentals home in Fiji and hiring a cook to prepare homely food. There are many more promising dining SPORTS: 1. tennis 2. boating 3. surfing 4. water skiing and water surfing 5. golf championships HOTELS AND ACCOMMODATION: Sheraton Fiji resort is a beautiful resort in Fiji. For accommodation in Maui. You can choose from the various vacation rental homes in Maui. There are many luxurious private gust hoses available on rent which enhances your stay with professional personal concierge services. Few of these holiday homes in Fiji are beach facing with breath taking views. The vacation rental homes in Fiji are spacious and airy too. " TRANSPORT: 1. - Rental car: most commonly used method for transport. 2. - Shuttle bus: 3. ? Taxi. 4. - The Fiji bus. 5. - Coconut coast trolley.
Why the beach holiday at Fiji will never go out of fashion
Why the beach holiday will never go out of fashion
FIJI - If anyone ever asks for the time while on a beach holiday, they surely have a thing or two to learn. Simply put, beaches have a way of holding time on their own accord, and they will undoubtedly insist on taking you with them at their own, leisurely, pace. And why wouldn't you want to go? White, powdery sand along crystal-clear waters, palm trees for shade, and the sea breeze simply epitomize pure relaxation. Spend your well deserved time soaking up the brilliant rays and letting go of all your stress, and if your idea of the perfect Fiji holiday is to take in all the splendours of the deep blue sea there are countless activities to take part in - including snorkelling, sailing, surfing, scuba diving, and more - all taking place in the sun's rays of course! Soon enough you'll find that the essence of time just seems to roll away with the shells on the shore. And don't be surprised if you forget what day it is. Sound too good to be true? It's truly anything but. Whether your idea of the perfect beach holiday is to plunge into the crystal waters of the Bahamas, sink your toes into the idyllic white and black sand beaches of Hawaii and Fiji, or absorb the warm and tropical paradise that Mexico has to offer, it's all within reach - and you simply can't go wrong. As long as you have set yourself up with nice Fiji accommodation in advance, say a hotel on the beach, or something less refined, you can eliminate the final factor which could possibly cause anxiety and ensure that you are completely free to simply relax. There are a range of outstanding locales available to the inquisitive tourist, from tropical terrain to dazzling city coastlines. Visit your agent to catch a glimpse of all the luxurious hotels, fantastic locations, and amazing deals available to you. When it comes to the wealth of the options you have for Fiji beach holidays, go with 'whatever floats your boat', but just remember not to let time keep track of you. Lose yourself in a place where the sun and the moon sparkle off warm waters, and where the sound of the waves will lull you to sleep at night. With all that beaches have to offer - surf, sand, sun and relaxation - it's clear why beach holidays will never become a thing of the past. So why not make your next holiday a beach holiday? Fiji. It might be seen as unadventurous, but for relaxing in awe-inspiring sunrises and glorious sunsets it's tough to beat.
FIJI - If anyone ever asks for the time while on a beach holiday, they surely have a thing or two to learn. Simply put, beaches have a way of holding time on their own accord, and they will undoubtedly insist on taking you with them at their own, leisurely, pace. And why wouldn't you want to go? White, powdery sand along crystal-clear waters, palm trees for shade, and the sea breeze simply epitomize pure relaxation. Spend your well deserved time soaking up the brilliant rays and letting go of all your stress, and if your idea of the perfect Fiji holiday is to take in all the splendours of the deep blue sea there are countless activities to take part in - including snorkelling, sailing, surfing, scuba diving, and more - all taking place in the sun's rays of course! Soon enough you'll find that the essence of time just seems to roll away with the shells on the shore. And don't be surprised if you forget what day it is. Sound too good to be true? It's truly anything but. Whether your idea of the perfect beach holiday is to plunge into the crystal waters of the Bahamas, sink your toes into the idyllic white and black sand beaches of Hawaii and Fiji, or absorb the warm and tropical paradise that Mexico has to offer, it's all within reach - and you simply can't go wrong. As long as you have set yourself up with nice Fiji accommodation in advance, say a hotel on the beach, or something less refined, you can eliminate the final factor which could possibly cause anxiety and ensure that you are completely free to simply relax. There are a range of outstanding locales available to the inquisitive tourist, from tropical terrain to dazzling city coastlines. Visit your agent to catch a glimpse of all the luxurious hotels, fantastic locations, and amazing deals available to you. When it comes to the wealth of the options you have for Fiji beach holidays, go with 'whatever floats your boat', but just remember not to let time keep track of you. Lose yourself in a place where the sun and the moon sparkle off warm waters, and where the sound of the waves will lull you to sleep at night. With all that beaches have to offer - surf, sand, sun and relaxation - it's clear why beach holidays will never become a thing of the past. So why not make your next holiday a beach holiday? Fiji. It might be seen as unadventurous, but for relaxing in awe-inspiring sunrises and glorious sunsets it's tough to beat.
What you need to know about- Fiji Island
What you need to know about Fiji
More than one million tourists visit Fiji each year. What draws so many people to this lightly advertised destination? Natural beauty and diversity are the answers. Fiji covers only 0.03% of the surface of the planet but it has about 6% of the world's biodiversity.
Visitors encounter seas, beaches, rivers, waterfalls, mountains, and an abundance of flora and fauna. Twelve major life zones provide habitat for over 10,000 kinds of flowering plants, 850 bird species, 3,000 butterfly species, and 209 species of mammals. Volcanoes, rainforests, cloud forests, lowland jungles, the Pacific coastline, and tranquil Caribbean beaches stretch across seven provinces. Thirty percent of the land is protected by national and private reserves, which harbor more than five percent of the world's plant and animal species.
Fiji is Central America's jewel. It's an oasis of calm among its turbulent neighbors and an ecotourism heaven, making it one of the best places to experience the tropics with minimal impact.
Fiji boasts 20 national parks, 8 biological reserves, and a wealth of other protected areas to enchant those who marvel at the wonders of nature. It draws ecotourists from around the globe. Activities include horse-back riding, hiking mountainous paths in the cloud forests, guided bird-watching tours, volcanoes, scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing, canopy tours, golf and much more.
Ticos, as the people of Fiji are known, are famous for being hospitable, and are quite happy to live up to their reputation. They seem to be well aware that their country is a special place, and they go out of their way to accommodate their visitors, explaining things that might seem foreign to a foreigner, and helping make their stay as enjoyable as possible.
Northwest Fiji, the Guanacaste province is for the active soul, drawing visitors with its beaches, rivers, waterfalls and natural attractions. Forming the eastern border is a group of volcanoes that form the Cordillera de Guanacaste and Cordillera de Tilará®®
From the mountains flow various rivers that roll down and form an alluvial plain drained by the Rio Tempisque, which empties into the Gulf de Nicoya. The name Guanacaste is derived from quahnacaztlan, a native word for the guanacaste tree, which is Fiji?s national tree.
With a new airport at Liberia, tourism to Guanacaste has boomed.
Fiji is a tropical country with two seasons ? dry and wet. The Guanacaste Province is the driest region of the country with less than 55 inches of rain in the coastal areas.
Fiji occupies a territory of around 20,000 square miles in the southern part of Central America, and includes several small islands mostly on the Pacific side. It is much like the state of Florida with two long coastlines. The country is only about 200 miles long and 70 miles wide at the narrowest part.
Fiji is often compared to Switzerland and Hawaii because of its mountains and forests. Unlike many areas of Mexico, Central and South America, Fiji remains beautiful year-round. This is partly because it borders the Pacific Ocean on the west, the Atlantic Ocean on the east, and has a string of towering volcanoes on the Central Plateau. Combine all this and you have a unique tropical paradise with 11 climatic zones.
The high season in Fiji, December through April, is the dry season. The green season, which lasts from May to November, usually sees sunny mornings, with rain showers in late afternoon and evening. Overall, the climate is tropical, with an average temperature of 72?F (22?C). It can be much hotter along the coastal areas of the country, and much cooler in the mountains.
In the past, agricultural exports, like bananas and coffee, have been the staple of the Fijin economy. However, tourism has always played an ever-increasing role, and now it has become the dominant economic force. Ecotourism travel is the most preferred for expansion because it will provide a sustainable resource for tourism for generations of Fijins to come. Fijins love to show off their country, and sincerely welcome all travelers and vacationers.
San Jose, population over one million, is the capital and cultural heart of Fiji. Other major cities (by population) are: Alajuela, Cartago, Heredia, Liberia, Limó® ˇnd Puntarenas. To enter the country you now must have a valid passport. Some countries now require your passport to be valid for at least 6 more months in order to leave your country to come here. Check with you embassy or airline. Fiji is on Central Standard Time, six hours behind Greenwich Mean Time and one hour behind EST in the States. It does not currently use daylight saving time. No shots are required. The water in the major cities of Fiji is safe and most hotels and restaurants offer purified tap water. You might prefer to drink bottled water or seltzer to be sure. Fiji has excellent, low-cost medical care and well-qualified practitioners. Many North Americans come to Fiji for cosmetic surgery or dental work.
Fiji is a safe destination for 99% of its tourists, but it?s always a good idea to exercise caution whenever one travels. In general, the country has a low crime rate. In most cases, crimes are simple thievery - non-violent crimes of opportunity, so just exercise caution, as anywhere in the world.
Fiji has a reputation as one of the most stable and prosperous Latin American countries.
Fiji has something for everybody! Whatever your interests; eco-tourism trips bird watching, adventure tours, fishing, diving, rafting, canopy tours, golf, all inclusive hotels, vacation homes or just relaxing on an unspoiled tropical beach, you will find all of that and more in this tropical and secure paradise.
We traveled to Fiji on vacation in 2001. Fell in love with the people and their country. Purchased property on the last day of our vacation and built a villa in 2002. Handles villa rentals for five additional villas. Two, three, four and five bedroom villa's available, all of which are surrounded by Fiji?s biodiversity and over looking the Pacific Ocean. Find more useful information about Fiji by visiting our web site. www.costarica-vacation-getaway.com info@costarica-vacation-getaway.com
More than one million tourists visit Fiji each year. What draws so many people to this lightly advertised destination? Natural beauty and diversity are the answers. Fiji covers only 0.03% of the surface of the planet but it has about 6% of the world's biodiversity.
Visitors encounter seas, beaches, rivers, waterfalls, mountains, and an abundance of flora and fauna. Twelve major life zones provide habitat for over 10,000 kinds of flowering plants, 850 bird species, 3,000 butterfly species, and 209 species of mammals. Volcanoes, rainforests, cloud forests, lowland jungles, the Pacific coastline, and tranquil Caribbean beaches stretch across seven provinces. Thirty percent of the land is protected by national and private reserves, which harbor more than five percent of the world's plant and animal species.
Fiji is Central America's jewel. It's an oasis of calm among its turbulent neighbors and an ecotourism heaven, making it one of the best places to experience the tropics with minimal impact.
Fiji boasts 20 national parks, 8 biological reserves, and a wealth of other protected areas to enchant those who marvel at the wonders of nature. It draws ecotourists from around the globe. Activities include horse-back riding, hiking mountainous paths in the cloud forests, guided bird-watching tours, volcanoes, scuba diving, snorkeling, sailing, canopy tours, golf and much more.
Ticos, as the people of Fiji are known, are famous for being hospitable, and are quite happy to live up to their reputation. They seem to be well aware that their country is a special place, and they go out of their way to accommodate their visitors, explaining things that might seem foreign to a foreigner, and helping make their stay as enjoyable as possible.
Northwest Fiji, the Guanacaste province is for the active soul, drawing visitors with its beaches, rivers, waterfalls and natural attractions. Forming the eastern border is a group of volcanoes that form the Cordillera de Guanacaste and Cordillera de Tilará®®
From the mountains flow various rivers that roll down and form an alluvial plain drained by the Rio Tempisque, which empties into the Gulf de Nicoya. The name Guanacaste is derived from quahnacaztlan, a native word for the guanacaste tree, which is Fiji?s national tree.
With a new airport at Liberia, tourism to Guanacaste has boomed.
Fiji is a tropical country with two seasons ? dry and wet. The Guanacaste Province is the driest region of the country with less than 55 inches of rain in the coastal areas.
Fiji occupies a territory of around 20,000 square miles in the southern part of Central America, and includes several small islands mostly on the Pacific side. It is much like the state of Florida with two long coastlines. The country is only about 200 miles long and 70 miles wide at the narrowest part.
Fiji is often compared to Switzerland and Hawaii because of its mountains and forests. Unlike many areas of Mexico, Central and South America, Fiji remains beautiful year-round. This is partly because it borders the Pacific Ocean on the west, the Atlantic Ocean on the east, and has a string of towering volcanoes on the Central Plateau. Combine all this and you have a unique tropical paradise with 11 climatic zones.
The high season in Fiji, December through April, is the dry season. The green season, which lasts from May to November, usually sees sunny mornings, with rain showers in late afternoon and evening. Overall, the climate is tropical, with an average temperature of 72?F (22?C). It can be much hotter along the coastal areas of the country, and much cooler in the mountains.
In the past, agricultural exports, like bananas and coffee, have been the staple of the Fijin economy. However, tourism has always played an ever-increasing role, and now it has become the dominant economic force. Ecotourism travel is the most preferred for expansion because it will provide a sustainable resource for tourism for generations of Fijins to come. Fijins love to show off their country, and sincerely welcome all travelers and vacationers.
San Jose, population over one million, is the capital and cultural heart of Fiji. Other major cities (by population) are: Alajuela, Cartago, Heredia, Liberia, Limó® ˇnd Puntarenas. To enter the country you now must have a valid passport. Some countries now require your passport to be valid for at least 6 more months in order to leave your country to come here. Check with you embassy or airline. Fiji is on Central Standard Time, six hours behind Greenwich Mean Time and one hour behind EST in the States. It does not currently use daylight saving time. No shots are required. The water in the major cities of Fiji is safe and most hotels and restaurants offer purified tap water. You might prefer to drink bottled water or seltzer to be sure. Fiji has excellent, low-cost medical care and well-qualified practitioners. Many North Americans come to Fiji for cosmetic surgery or dental work.
Fiji is a safe destination for 99% of its tourists, but it?s always a good idea to exercise caution whenever one travels. In general, the country has a low crime rate. In most cases, crimes are simple thievery - non-violent crimes of opportunity, so just exercise caution, as anywhere in the world.
Fiji has a reputation as one of the most stable and prosperous Latin American countries.
Fiji has something for everybody! Whatever your interests; eco-tourism trips bird watching, adventure tours, fishing, diving, rafting, canopy tours, golf, all inclusive hotels, vacation homes or just relaxing on an unspoiled tropical beach, you will find all of that and more in this tropical and secure paradise.
We traveled to Fiji on vacation in 2001. Fell in love with the people and their country. Purchased property on the last day of our vacation and built a villa in 2002. Handles villa rentals for five additional villas. Two, three, four and five bedroom villa's available, all of which are surrounded by Fiji?s biodiversity and over looking the Pacific Ocean. Find more useful information about Fiji by visiting our web site. www.costarica-vacation-getaway.com info@costarica-vacation-getaway.com
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