Nadi Travel Forum

Hi,
Coming to Australia in Feb and was thinking about stoping in Fiji-found a cheap flight from the States but have never heard of this airline-Pacific Air-has anyone flow it? Decent planes, TV screens on back of seats, on time? Thanks for your responses-Darla

Hi,

My husband and two adult children will be travelling to my son's wedding 26th April being held at Pearl Pacific Harbour. I would prefer to book accommodation for the 4 of us and would like recommendations in that area. It works out too expensive booking two single rooms. . Does anyone know of any villas or hotels that cater for numbers greater than 3? Not looking for backpacker accommodation, mid-range price is good. We will need to attend the wedding so would need to be in good proximity for 26th. At this stage we intend on staying there for 3 nights and travelling to other parts of Fiji for another few days.

My wife and I will be traveling to Nadi for 4 days and 3 nights. When I planned the trip to Fiji as an add-on to out Australia/NZ cruise I knew little more than it was a tropical island. I've been to Hawaii twice and expected similarities. I've come to find that they are very different.

First, it appears from what I have read on other forums that Viti Levu is probably not the prettiest of the many islands that comprise Fiji. So I am planning to stay somewhere and take at least one day-long excursion to one of the other islands. This outfit called [url=http://www.ssc.com.fj/]South Sea Cruises[/url] seems like what we are looking for since they depart from Nadi, but I haven’t decided which island that they serve would be best for us. We are looking for natural scenic beauty. Also, we will probably need to float to an island rather than fly because of the added expense of air travel.

I came very close to making a big mistake by almost booking at a resort in Suva, which I found is on the other side of the island from Nadi. We will have lots of luggage from our trip so we are looking for lodging where we can dump our stuff and then do some excursions. It would be nice to stay at a waterfront resort if there is a good one that is reasonable. We are not needing luxury since we will probably spend only about half the time at the resort. However, we want more than a hostel, which appear to be plentiful in Fiji. I’m hoping to stay in the 100 – 150 USD/nite range, but could go a little more for a really good bargain. I’ve seen a few for less than 100 USD that look good on the internet, but I don’t want to stay in a dump or somewhere that may not be safe. I’ve read that crime can be bad in some places – especially Suva at night.

So I’ll stop here to avoid too long of a post. Basically I’m looking for some place close to the airport and if possible that offers transportation to Denarau which is where the South Sea Cruises depart for our day-trip. Any advice on any of this and other stuff to do on Viti Levu will be helpful and appreciated. We probably will take an excursion to the inner part of the island if there are any rain-forest parks or other scenic beauty. Our favorite Hawaii island is Kauai (garden island) to give you an idea of what we’re looking for. We’ll be at the mercy of local transportation so that is a consideration also. A couple of short hikes (1-5 miles) in scenic areas would be great.

Thanks for your thoughts/help/advice.

I will soon be in Nadi for 3 days only :(. I am interested in finding out if there are any good snorkeling places on nadi itself

On my way to Brisbane in October, I have a 15 hour layover in Nadi. I arrive at 05:50 (ICK!) so I know I'll probably be looking for a shower and bed perhaps if there is such facilities to be had there. Anyone have any good ideas...? Thanks.

We will be staying at a resort in Fiji and are not intending on venturing outside as we will just be relaxing by the pool. Is there likely to be any need to get any Fiji money? If there is, should we just change it at the airport or at the hotel or are we better off doing it before we leave home? Thanks

I am thinking of getting a taxi from the airport as I'm not sure how to book a shuttle bus. How much would a taxi be and would it be by meter or should I bargain before we get into it? I think it is about a 20 minute trip. We will have a child with us so want the quickest and easiest way there.

Thanks

I am heading to Fiji in May and I plan to finish up my PADI open water dive certification. Does anyone have any suggestions on what else I could do there?
New Zealand is the next stop and I have been invited to go zorbing and I think bungee jumping there by some friends of a coworker.
Australia - would like to go dive the great barrier reef and deep sea fishing.
Shoot me some mail if you have some other cool ideas on my vacation.
Thanks!!

Hi Everyone,
We have a 1 night stopover in Nadi in October by the time we get out of the airport it will be around 6.30pm and have to be back there again at around 6am in the morning. We are 2 adults & 2 children (11 & 13) my choice is either stay at the Raffles Gateway hotel across the road from the airport - easy location and apparently nice pool but no feeling of being in Fiji or else the First Landing Resort 15mins taxi ride from airport - further away and pool not as nice but right on the beach with more of a feeling of being in Fiji even for a short time - what does everyone think? I can't seem to make up my mind.I would welocme your thoughts, Michele

Me and my family will arrive on Dec26 at 6am to Nadi and have to take a flight to Sydney on thursday 28 at 9am (guess have to be at airport by 6am)...we would like to stay a night on an island and the best suitable option for our budget would be Wayalailai, has anyone been on that place? Do you have any coments or suggestions to get the best in two days/nights?

Thanks and regards from Colombia,...Manuel

So I need to take an express bus from Nadi to Suva. Do you need a reservation to get on the bus? And do you need to be somewhere at a certain time, if so when and where? How much is the ticket in FJD? Is there someone I can call to let them know that I'm coming.
If anyone has any clue please let me know.
Thank you

I will be in Fiji in a few months and was wondering if there is anywhere recommended to get a permenant tattoo?
Thanks

hello, how long does it take to circle the nadi-island by car?
what are the most interesting places to stop by for picture taking?

hi everyone,
i just picked up a one-way ticket to australia via Nadi.

i have a 3 hour layover and would love to just step out of the airport and check out...the city--or whatever i can squeeze. is this even plausible? how is transportation from the airport to the city?

hope to hear from you all

thanks!

Hi everyone,
I'm arriving in Nadi airport on the evening of the 4th Sept. I only have four days but my flight gets in too late to make it to one of the islands on my first night. Any suggestions for a cheap but decent backpackers that is easy access from the airport???

Also I'm still undecided about what resort to head for. Not sure if beachcomber would really be my thing - sounds like it might be a bit too customised for backpackers!
Some one suggested Nananu island lodge and someone else mentioned octopus resort....
Anyone have any ideas for poor disorganised me?!?!?!

Any suggestions greatly appreciated!! :-)

Bula!
My name is Mark, and I am travelling to Fiji shortly. I will only be staying in Nadi a few days, but will travel aorund Fiji for 3 weeks. I would like to know if I should purchase snorkel or scuba equipment in Nadi, in another area (Suva or others) or if I should bring it with me. I am most concerned with costs. I live in the US now. Thank you for any help or suggestions, in advance.

Bula!
My name is Mark, and I am travelling to Fiji shortly. I will only be staying in Nadi a few days, but will travel aorund Fiji for 3 weeks. I would like to know if I should purchase snorkel or scuba equipment in Nadi, in another area (Suva or others) or if I should bring it with me. I am most concerned with costs. I live in the US now. Thank you for any help or suggestions, in advance.

Hi everyone,
My buddy and I are planning a global trip around the world, and I would like to just buy one way tickets as I go. I did some quick price checks, and it doesn't appear to be that much more expensive. But can I travel to countries where an exit(on going) ticket is required without an exit ticket? I don't want to buy the next ticket until I'm ready, and I want to stay very flexable, so I would really love to do the one way tickets. Does anyone know of any tricks, or do you think they even check? I'm flying from the US, and my first stop is going to be Fiji, then NZ, Australia, Thialand, Italy, backback through Europe, and then back home.

Thanks for all your help!

Aaron

74 days until we leave!

I am going to be flying into Nadi. My flight arrives at 5 a.m. Does any one know where there would be a close hotel?

Hi I am getting married in Fiji in a couple of weeks time and wondered if anyone knew the cost of buying champange in an alcohol store in Nadi

Cheers

Jude