Rugby in Fiji: Why It’s a National Obsession (and Where to Watch a Match)
Fiji has under a million people. It also boasts over 80,000 registered rugby players (one of the highest participation rates of any country in the world). Just wander into any village in the late afternoon, and there will be a game being played on a grassy area, with children, teens, and adults alike as equally […]
Fiji’s Coral Reefs: Where to See Them Before They’re Gone
Fiji’s nickname is “Soft Coral Capital of the World”, which is an understatement. This area contains more than 390 coral species and more than 1,200 fish species, distributed amongst more than 300 islands and one of the world’s biggest barrier reef systems. It is a guarantee compared to any marine life in Fiji: shallow reefs […]
Daily Budget for Fiji Travel: Backpacker vs Resort Costs
Were it not for the money, Fiji wouldn’t have a reputation problem. When people think of the islands, they usually think of $1,000-a-night overwater bungalows and a price tag only a honeymooner could love. This is a real image, but it’s only half the picture. The other side of the story, quietly thriving in Fiji […]
Quiet Islands in Fiji: 10 Escapes Without the Crowds
The number of islands is more than 300, and most visitors to Fiji will have visited 3 of them: the one that has the airport, the other one has the marina, and the third is the one that the day boat calls on, Mamanuca Island. This is not a fault of the transport; it is […]
Restaurants in Nadi Fiji: 10 Spots Beyond Your Resort Buffet
The majority of guests staying at Nadi stay in the resort for all three meals. It’s understandable. The buffet is just over there, and the kids are hungry, and no one wants to go back and forth about a taxi at 7 p.m. However, resort meal plans range from FJ$150 to FJ$200 per adult per […]
Fijian Cultural Experiences: What to Expect and How to Behave
The majority of people come to Fiji with a bit of anxiety about “getting it wrong. You’re given a muddy, water-filled coconut shell, all the people are sitting on the ground, and nobody tells you whether to clap first or second. Fortunately, Fijian etiquette is not difficult. It’s respect, shown in a few specific ways, […]
Cast Away Island Fiji: What No One Tells First-Time Visitors
Many people looking for a vacation to Cast Away Island in Fiji end up booking the wrong island. It does occur frequently, and the resort staff has a practiced response to offer. Those who make it to the right place usually do so with the movie in their heads, only to realize that the real […]
Fiji vs Bali: Which Should You Choose?
Deciding between Fiji and Bali is sometimes a matter of what type of vacation you are looking for. They’re both tropical, they’re both photogenic, and they’re both featured in all the best islands lists, but they’re very different at ground level. When considering Fiji vs Bali for your next holiday, here’s an honest comparison. Fiji […]
Best Fiji Resorts with Water Sports
Fiji is one of the top water activity holiday spots. Fiji has more than 330 islands, warm turquoise waters, and some of the world’s most colourful coral reefs, making Fiji resorts water sports offerings truly world-class. From a sun-kissed Coral Coast home base for barrel waves, to a shark-watching dive spot on the Mamanuca Islands, […]
What Is Kokoda? Fiji’s Famous Raw Fish Dish Explained
It has already drawn attention, whether on a menu or as discussed at a local feast on the beach, if you have ever heard about Kokoda Fiji. There can be no denying that this is the jewel in Fiji’s crown of cuisine and lifestyle; it’s a basic dish, with a strong taste, and an authentic […]