Fiji Travel Forum

Hi There, I after some opinions (and a little help) regarding The 4 star Wellesley Resort at Korolevu, on Fiji's Coral Coast. I am looking at flying out from Sydney & staying at the resort 09/11/08 - 16/11/08.. and a really just after some opinions as to what the Resort is like??? Also, I am wondering just how secluded the resort is - can you walk to nearby village for dinner or simply to see fijian life .. or is the resort totally cut-off? The answer to that really dictates if I take the $2170 pakage option incld. breakfast, or the $3000 package option that is fully inclusive - all foods/drinks/alcohol... any suggestions or feedback would be great!

hi,
im going to fiji early next year - does anyone know somewhere nice to stay? probably looking at a sort of 3-4 star level i guess - sorry a bit vague :/

i hear the main island is rather touristy ?

is it generally a nice place?
cheers
dan

Does anyone have details of a reliable taxi driver/company which could pick us up from Nadi airport and take us to Denarau Island? How much should we expect to pay?

Thanks

Do the markets in Nadi sell potatoes,and what would you pay for them?

We'll be on a layover in Fiji 5 to 10 P.M. coming back from New Zealand.
Is anyone familiar with a nice beachfront restaurant near Nadi Airport?
We want to be back in plenty of time for departure/check in.

I have a eight hour layover in Fiji on my way to Tonga from LAX for a medical mission. Any suggestions of how to spend that time? We arrive at 5:30am, so perhaps a nice breakfast or brunch. On the return trip we have an 11 hour layover from 11am until 10pm.

Can anyone recommend a good place in Fiji to stay (not to expensive but not dodgy either haha) for a solo traveller? I am not interested in a party resort or anything like that, just a nice, relatively quiet place, where I can enjoy my own company and sit in the restaurant / bar / whatever without being bothered or feeling uncomfortable. I would prefer something on or very near the beach, either Coral Coast or one of the islands. Open to other suggestions - just not near the airport! Basically, I am after a quiet and relaxing break as a present to myself for my 30th!

Hi folks! We'll be going to Fiji this Dec. only for 3 days (first time in FIJI)
I love snorkeling. Can u pls tell me the best part of the Island to snorkle? Also do I have to bring my own snorkle gear or I can rent one?How much?

Hi,

I know it is a strange question but does anyone know if there are many stray dogs in Fiji?

Thanks
Dora&Neil

Hi,

My boyfriend and me are thinking of going to Fiji some time between October and December this year. Are there any surfing spots that you can recommend? We are not very experienced surfers (body boarding actually) so we would prefer if the waves were not too big and preferably beach breaks. Ideally, it wouldn't be a busy and full of tourists/surfers place but rather quiet, relaxing, paradise like.

Thanks for all replies in advance.

Cheers
Dora&Neil

I just read an article on this resort and the Octopus Resort in my local newspaper. We are looking for a place to go in December. How would you rate either of these resorts? Also, what is the currency equivalent to the American dollar. The quoted rates are in Fiji dollars. Thanks.
Karen

Hello,

I'm trying to find someone in Fiji, or visiting Fiji, who can go to Wainadoi Gardens, buy some vanilla beans (50 grams or so), and mail it to me. I can arrange payment in various ways.

The address is:
Spices of Fiji
Wainadoi Gardens
Lami, Suva
http://www.spicesfiji.com/

You can also contact me via my website: www.vanillareview.com

I'd also love to post your pictures of Wainadoi gardens if you visit.

Thanks in advance,

Ian

Hi all,

My fiance and I are looking at honeymooning in Fiji in March 09 and we would love some suggestions on where to stay. Can anyone suggest some 5 star stunning resorts that have lots of activities and are good value for money?

Any ideas would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks
Cadence

~i lived in Suva in the 70s and there was no poverty then. There was no begging either. Things must have changed dramatically since the coup. I am really shocked.

Hello travelers,

I am a photographer on my way to Fiji June 3. I only have 4 days there as part of a stop over to the US. I shoot stock images and want to go to amazing beaches to shoot. I only have a small budget and was thinking that one of the Islands would give me the shots I want. I will be traveling alone and will need private accommodation so I can lock away my cameras at night.

Can anyone recommend somewhere with reasonable rates on rooms, I am willing to pay A$ 100 per night and with amazing white sand beaches. Seems there are some many islands it is hard to work out which one will be best.

Thanks everyone...

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 guys...
Me and 4 mates are heading to the states in November and have a one day stopover in Fiji...
What would your suggestions be to spend 1 day looking for a fun time...??

Leaving tonight for a week in Nadi. Would love to spend the week fishing. I have read right through this forum and cant see one thing about fishing.
If anyone has any info please reply. Not so much into game fishing, would love a little boat I could sit out in and fish all day everyday, wouldnt mind somewhere I could go and cook my fresh fish for dinner each night either.
thanks in advance

Does anyone have a recommended itinerary for a 2 week stay in Fiji? Is it possible to explore the highlands in Viti Levu, visit a few islands in the Yasawas and the Lomaivitis? I would like to explore more of Fiji than just the resorts, but don't want to spend a lot of time and money traveling around.

Any recommendations?

Hello,

I've started researching accomodations for a trip to Fiji in July. It seems that most of the choices are resorts, where all meals and drinks must be purchased while staying there. Are there other options, such as stores and backpacker cafes/bars? Also, it sounds like there isn't internet or ATM access on these islands, is this correct?

Any information would be greatly appreciated!

We have been living in New Zealand for a couple of months and have decided to extend our trip a week and go the Fiji before flying home to California. My husband and I have a 1 1/2 yr. old child and want safe accomodations, but also not overly expensive. My husband has been working very hard here in NZ and we are looking for a relaxing getaway. Can we find this in Fiji, or are we better off going to Hawaii instead? We have been to most of the Hawaiian islands and would like something different.

I have also noticed many travel warnings online and am concerned about our safety as Americans traveling to Fiji. Should I be concerned? Please help!

My wife and I are thinking about planning a trip to Fiji this October. We will be travelling with a few single friends. We know nothing about Fiji and are just beginning our research. We were wondering what part of the islands are best that time of year weather wise, and we also want to know where there is good nightlife for the single friends to meet guys/girls. Any insight will help.

My wife and I are thinking of cruising from Honolulu to New Zealand this fall and we are wondering if any has info about how rough the seas are in the South Pacific in late October and early November

I received a 4 month sabbatical from work (my husband and I run nonprofits in Alaska) and my husband, 2 year old twins and I are planning to spend our time in Fiji. We are mostly interested in finding a place to live verses lots of traveling around. So are looking for a longterm rental. Any suggestions on islands and any advice on how to find a longterm rental. Do you think we need to have it lined up before we go or could we get a week long and find a place once we are there? Are prices better once you are there verses on internet? Any ideas on prices. We would like 1 to 2 bedrooms, close to a nice calm beach, kitchen... We will be there Sept through Dec 08. Thanks for any advice.

Oh also another poster says the beaches in Fiji have lots of sharp shells and not nice sand? Any truth to that. First I heard of it but want to make sure not the case as young kids a foot....

Hi all,

Looking for good vibes, waves and economical accomodations for 7 days this April. My buddy and I would like to spend less than $150 USD per day for food & lodging, boat transfers to waves. Can it be done, and where? Looking into Mana islands and Mana Surf services for transport but open to any, all suggestions. Wherever it is, it needs to be a boat ride away from Nadi, no funds for airfare.

Thanks in advance for your time!

Andrew

My son and his fiancee have decided they would like to be married in Fiji in the second half of 2009. Budget will be an issue for them and some guests.

They don't want a big sit down reception in a 4/5 star resort which they can do in Australia. They would prefer something more laid back and with a local flavor.

Would appreciate any suggestions on what, where, how - they can make their dream come true.


They have never been to Fiji and I have not visited for over 30 years.

Which Island is better for snorkelling and relaxing on the beach?

Thanks
Katinka

my sister and i are going to fiji for 10 days before we go to nz. we are wondering which hostels are the most laid back, party environment for younger people...we're on a pretty tight budget too :P

Two friends and I are going to be stopping off in Fiji for one week in May during our RTW trip. We are on a budget but want to get as much out of our short stay on the islands as possible.
We are keen to experience the real Fiji, and don't want a totally drunk backpacker type stay ( i have got the impression this is what Beachcomber is like?) however, we are keen to meet some other backlpackers so a mix would be good!
Any recommendations would be more than welcome, and any info on best places to do PADI or scuba would also be ace...

If you're there at the same time as us, then get in touch!

xxxx

I've just read somewhere that Easter in Fiji is on the 10th and 12th of April...is this true??!! I thought it was the 21st and 23rd of March?!

If so, will it affect local transport, shop opening times etc?