“Bula!” or “Welcome!” is the greeting you will most commonly hear throughout Fiji. It comes as an unreserved invitation to enjoy the hospitality of the Fijian people. Whether staying on one of the country’s numerous resort islands or exploring Fiji’s towns and cities, the visitor will encounter this legendary hospitality at every turn.
Fiji Information
Population: Approx 920,000
Area: 18,274 km² (all Fiji islands)
Time Zone: GMT +12
Daylight savings not held in Fiji
Languages: English (official)
Currency: Fijian dollar ($) Order your travellers cheques here
Electricity: 220 – 240v 50Hz
Fiji Climate
Fiji's climate is tropical. Overall, temperatures between November and April (summer) are slightly higher than the winter months, as is the humidity and the resulting tropical downpours.
Fiji Airport
Name: Nadi International airport
Address: West Coast of Viti Levu
Distance to city: 8 km from Nadi, 144 km from Suva
Opening hours: Check-in counters are open 2.5 hours prior to flight departure time.
Fiji Transport
Car hire: Great choice of hire cars at mates rates from our car suppliers
Taxi: readily available and economical
Bus: Public bus service is available, though many hotels and resorts will offer a pick up service form the airport. Sunset Express (Tel 720266 in Nadi, 322811 in Suva) has air conditioned buses running twice a day between Lautoka and Suva, with stops at Nadi Airport and Sigatoka. These usually leave Nadi Airport daily at 09:45 and 15:45, with arrival in Suva at 13:15 and 19:15.
Parking: Short and long term parking available
Don’t forget your travel insurance !!
Sheraton Fiji Resort
5 Star property
Experience the fun and convenience of Sheraton Fiji Resort located on Denarau Island. Just 20 minutes from the airport, this idyllic playground for travellers offers guests an unmatched selection of dining and leisure facilities. Sheraton Fiji Resort guests are able to access all the facilities at the adjacent Sheraton Denarau Villas and The Westin Denarau Island Resort & Spa.
Outrigger on the Lagoon Fiji
5 Star property
Outrigger on the Lagoon Fiji is a South Pacific dream created in an enchanting 40-acre garden on the Coral Coast on the island of Viti Levu. Modern air-conditioned hotel rooms and bures (bungalows) create surroundings reminiscent of a Fijian village. Thatched bures are traditionally designed with vaulted ceilings lined with exquisite hand-painted masi bark cloth.
Fiji Hideaway Resort & Spa
3 Star property
The Fiji Hideaway Resort and Spa is a boutique beachfront holiday resort ideally located on the beautiful Coral Coast, along a beautiful stretch of white sandy beach. Famous for the friendliness and fun of the Fijian locals, the resort offers a tropical setting, perfect for a relaxing holiday with the option to participate in an extensive array of activities if you choose.
Sonaisali Island Resort
4 Star property
Sonaisali is a true island escape in the beautiful South Pacific Ocean - yet the world you've left behind is only a three-minute boat ride across the lagoon from the main island of Viti-Levu. Sonaisali is approximately 20 minutes from Nadi International Airport
Shopping
Jack’s of Fiji (401-403 Main Street, Nadi; tel: +679 670 0744) is a Fiji institution, sprawling over two levels. Downstairs, a good range of handicrafts and souvenirs are on offer, while upstairs, good quality clothing (including Fiji’s famous bula shirts) is on sale at bargain prices. Another good choice is Nad’s Handicrafts (Main St, Nadi; tel: +679 670 3588), offering hand-crafted items such as tapa cloth. Jacks of Fiji is also located in Suva, Sigatoka and selected Hotels.
One of the best buys in Fiji is the finely crafted coconut-palmwood furniture on sale at Pacific Green (Queens Road, Yadua village, near Sigatoka; tel: +679 650 0055)
