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Planning A South Pacific Tropical Fiji Island Holiday
Discover the magical beauty of the South Pacific, by embarking on incredible …
Fiji Island Holidays
With its; swaying coconut trees, white sandy beaches, deep blue crystal clear oceans, this is really is a true tropical paradise. Our family had the pleasure of visiting Fiji a number of years ago, and can’t wait to return!
Fiji is without a doubt, heaven on earth!
The islands are spectacular, the people warm and friendly and the food is delicious! Check out this short video and discover the beauty of … Fiji.
Fiji Tourism – YouTube Video
A Brief History Of The Fiji Islands
Photo by Stephen Paris from Pexels
Once infamously known as the “Cannibal Isles,” Fiji is now the lively junction of the beautiful South Pacific.
Today, over 100 of the 322 islands are now populated with a rich assortment of; Polynesians, Melanesians, Micronesians, Chinese, East Indians and Europeans alike.
Each group of people having a unique mixture of cuisine and culture of their own, making Fiji a surprising delight and your Fiji Island Holidays memorable. The Fiji islands consist of over 300, with most being uninhabited still to this day.
The main island of;Viti Levu is where most major airlines come and go. You can either choose to stay, or go on to any one of the surrounding inhabited islands.
It’s amazing to discover some of Fiji’s smaller islands, as we did on our vacation.
Here, you really get the feeling of being cast away on Gilligan’s Island!
Fiji island holidays offer resorts and hotels of all; ⭐ Star Ratings, a great mixture of local food, nightlife for all ages, historical sites and more. As well, enjoy outdoors sports galore, to please most enthusiasts.
A sample of the many outdoor activities include …
Hiking … Kayaking … Camping … Surfing … Snorkeling … Scuba Diving … Golfing
Pick Your Tropical Fiji Island Holidays Hideaway
Fiji makes for an unforgettable holiday experience and as mentioned, offers a variety of accommodations to suit most everyone’s budget. Choose from a host of modest to luxury resorts ranging from thatched roof bures, to full service luxury resort hotels.
You can now enjoy your holiday any way you choose!
You can even book those favorite …
All Inclusive Vacations
in Fiji as well.
Family holidays to romantic escapes for couples, this tropical meca is sure to please most everyone.
Where Are The Fiji Islands?
Fiji is situated approximately 1300 miles northwest of New Zealand and directly to the west of Australia. It’s easily accessible from either of these islands, or from the west coast of North America.
Air Pacific is Fiji’s International Airline, offering numerous weekly flights from the west coast of North America (Vancouver or Los Angeles), normally with their code share airlines.
Air Pacific and Fiji Airways has been awarded the Best Airline in the South Pacific. So feel confident in booking your flights with either, or with their share partners.
Fiji Airways {formerly Air Pacific} is the major airline in Fiji. With their partners, they fly to several destinations around the world, including:
Canada to Fiji
Now you can Fly Non-Stop from; Vancouver, BC to Fiji With Fiji Airways!
Most Popular Fiji Island Holidays Destinations
There are 2 main large islands of Fiji named …
Viti Levu … Vanua Levu
On the island of Viti Levu you will find the Capital City of Suva, where the majority of people reside. There are 2 international airports on Fiji’s main island of Viti Levu. One is located in the town of; Nadi.
This is where our Fiji island holidays began and ended, before flying back home.
The second airport is near; Suva, which is situated on the southeast side of the island.
There are many hotels located in Nadi close to the airport for ease of inter-island hopping, or other travel plans you so choose.
Fiji Island Holidays Include Denarau Island
Denarau Island Fiji
The choice is yours on which island you choose, it’s just a matter of personal taste, budget and interest, in what you are really seeking when escaping to Fiji.
All the islands are unique and without boundaries, offering some of the most beautiful tropical islands found anywhere on earth.
For those seeking resort luxury, then Denarau Island is just for you!
This island is home to many of the world’s best known hotels. Many visitors choose to use this island as a starting base, for visiting outer islands on vacation.
Denarau is just a short boat ride to many of the other surrounding inhabited islands, favored among tourists.
Denarau Island Sheraton Fiji
Here, you will find such resorts as;
Sheraton Fiji Resort .. Westin Denarau .. Fiji Beach Resort .. The Radisson Resort
There are many more beautiful major hotel chain luxury resorts to choose from on; Denarau Island.
Bula – A Word That Will Stay With You Forever
I truly love the South Pacific not only for its beauty, but for the people who make these islands shine. Fijians are so warm and friendly, no matter where you travel to. Everywhere you turn, you hear the words ….
Bula!
This is the Fijian word for; Hello.
English is spoken everywhere, but after a short while on the islands, you will soon find yourself saying {Bula,} to most everyone you meet!
Fiji Island Holidays & The World Famous Blue Lagoon Cruise
Perhaps you’re thinking of taking a cruise vacation or something similar to Fiji. Or perhaps, as part of your vacation experience while visiting the Islands.
Well you certainly have that option as well!
Major Cruise Lines offer wonderful South Pacific cruises to Fiji, departing from Sydney Australia. Check out my post and photos here of our fabulous …
Royal Caribbean South Pacific Cruise
my wife and I took, a few seasons back.
Without a doubt, the highlight of our holiday in Fiji, was our 4 day/3 night all inclusive islands cruise with Blue Lagoon cruises several years ago. It was a wonderful island adventure, aboard their comfortable and luxurious mini–cruisers.
You can cruise to unspoiled tropical islands and anchor in sheltered lagoons, where larger cruise ships can’t reach. All, making for a truly unique island cruise adventure!
So you get to see and experience more of Fiji and the beautiful Yasawa Islands.
The ships are much smaller than that of your typical major cruise ship, with fewer than 100 passengers, adding to the more personalized touch you will experience from crew and fellow passengers alike.
Choose from 3, 4 or 7 day cruises, all excellent adventures.
Speaking from first hand experience, a Blue Lagoon Cruise is one not to be missed while on your Fiji Island holidays!
Fiji Island Holidays and The Weather
Fiji has a perfect; warm tropical climate, making it an excellent destination for those beach holidays we all yearn for. Visitors love Fiji, because of its undisputed reputation as being one of the most sought after tropical beach destinations in the world.
The wet season is normally from {November to April}, with brief heavy showers.
The ideal month’s for visiting Fijian islands is late {March to early December}.
Currency Needed For Your Fiji Island Holidays
Fiji Currency
The Fijian dollar is the official form of currency in Fiji. It’s always good to have a few options for retrieving your money. For example, debit card, credit card, traveler’s checks and/or perhaps a small amount of foreign currency.
The best currencies to carry are …
- Australian
- New Zealand
- United States
These forms of currency can be exchanged at all banks. ATM bank machines are common, as in most places of the world these days.
A Wonderful Tropical Islands Vacation Destination
I’ve given you just a taste of what to expect when choosing the Fiji Islands, for your tropical vacation destination.
islands of the South Pacific are truly paradise!
I highly recommend checking out Fiji, for your next tropical vacation getaway. If you’re like me and long for warm tropical weather, crystal clear ocean waters, white sand beaches and friendly people, then Fiji is definitely the place for you!
I have included the official Fiji Tourism website link below, to assist in your holiday planning to the Islands of Fiji.
Be sure to check out the {Google Map} box at the bottom of this post for exact location.
Fijime
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“Covering 165 Million Square Kilometers, The Pacific Ocean Is Larger Than The Entire Land Surface Of Earth.”
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