Fiji Travel Guide

🌺 Bula! Welcome to Fiji! 

The ultimate island paradise, Fiji is so picture-perfect it almost looks photo-shopped. Made up of more than 300 islands, this archipelago sits in the middle of the South Pacific Ocean. Fijian culture is famously laidback – nothing happens in a hurry here, but that’s what makes it so special.

🏧 ATM access

3/5 stars: ATMs are easy to find around major cities, airports, and large hotels, but tend to be scarce in outlying villages.

💸Tipping

Tipping isn’t customary in Fiji; however, sometimes you can contribute to the resort staff's party funds!

📱Phone and internet access

Fiji phone and internet access are alright in larger towns and cities, but it can be patchy. Make sure to screenshot maps, booking confirmations, and other important info in case you don't get access. 

🛡️Safety rating

4.5/5 stars: Fiji is a safe place to travel as long as you practice a little common sense. Always keep your valuables secure, avoid walking alone at night... and beware of falling coconuts.

💰Daily spending budget

• Budget: Around AU$100/day: 2x local meals, a roadside coconut, a bus ride, and paddleboard hire.
• Moderate: Around AU$200/day: 2x cheap meals, a taxi ride, a village tour, and a kava ceremony.
• Luxury: Around AU$350/day 3x restaurant meals, taxi rides, and a snorkelling excursion.

💸Daily cost

The cost of a Fijian holiday can add up quickly, so be mindful of your money. Here’s a loose guide to how much the basics can cost…

• Coffee: $6.50 FJD (roughly $4.50 AUD)
• Water: $2 FJD (roughly $1.50 AUD)
• Beer: $6 FJD (roughly $4 AUD)
• Meal: $10 FJD (roughly $7 AUD)
• Taxi (per km): $1 FJD (roughly $0.70 AUD) 

💡Travel Money trivia

• Sweet Money: The main source of foreign trade in Fiji is sugar.
• Friendly in Fiji: Fijians are known for their warmth and hospitality. Don't be afraid to say bula (hello).
• Bumpy landings: Fiji has over 20 airports, but only 4 of them have paved runways.
• Rugby is religion: After being introduced in the 1880s, Rugby Union is now a national obsession.
• Traditional Fijian drink: One iconic drink in Fiji is known as Kava, it's known to have medicinal benefits!

✅Travel money tips

• On a budget? Travel by bus or minivan.
• Resort meal plans can be more expensive than convenient. Opt for local snacks instead.
• Buy drinking coconuts from roadside stalls for just $2.
• Small shops and restaurants prefer small change.
• Sundays are rest days, and most businesses are closed, so get your shopping done earlier in the week!

🏝️ Must-do things in Fiji

• Navala Village: Surrounded by rolling mountains, Navala Village’s traditional thatched huts and picturesque locale make it one of Fiji’s most scenic towns.
• Snorkelling at Kadavu Group: This cluster of islands sits above some of the prettiest coral reefs in the world. Grab your snorkelling gear to explore Fiji’s underwater treasures.
• The Mamanuca Group: Home to some of the most visited islands in Fiji, the Mamanuca Group is the definition of tropical paradise.

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