Fiji is a place that is made for escaping the hectic pace of today’s demanding world. Recognized as “The friendliest people in the world” in an international poll, the Fijian people live as they have for centuries. They retain their
ancient traditions and live a simple lifestyle supported by the harvest of a generous land and a bountiful sea. You’re a better person in Fiji. It won’t be long before you’re wearing a native “sulu” (sarong) to dinner with a flower
behind your ear and drinking “kava” with the staff after dinner.
“Old married couples” hold hands when they walk on the beach here, it’s just that kind of place.
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Why Fiji?
Mr. Australia is a huge fan of Fiji, for many reasons. Fijian resorts offer trained, professional staffs and modern conveniences but they do it in a very friendly and welcoming way. Let’s look at Fiji and Tahiti:
TAHITI: A
few large islands with several, large resorts on each island.
FIJI: Many, small islands with one small resort on each island. Some have just 20 bures.
TAHITI: Primarily a French-speaking
destination
FIJI: As a former British possession, Fiji is English speaking
TAHITI: One of the most expensive destinations in the world, about $200 per day for meal plans, per person.
FIJI: Food
(and beverages!) cost less than half of what they do in Tahiti and there are great resorts in a wide range of prices, from moderate to super deluxe.
Finally: The resorts each cater to specific clients. Some
are great for families, others don’t allow children. And yes, there over-water bures (bungalows) in Fiji at the Likuliku Resort.
Snorkeling, Fiji
You can get relatively inexpensive hotel rooms in big resorts on the "main" island of Viti Levu but the beaches aren't good, the resorts are larger and you stay in hotel rooms. Most of Mr. Australia’s clients prefer to go to the smaller
island resorts. These offer great beaches, small numbers of people, your own "bure" (bungalow), and a real Fijian experience. These range from about $350 per night up to $1500 and up.
Getting There:
There
are non-stop flights between Los Angeles and Fiji almost every day of the week. You can also stop in Fiji on the way to or from Australia or New Zealand.
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