Fiji is an Island Nation of Happy, Friendly People

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Over 300 Islands of Paradise

The friendly people of Fiji will make you feel welcome upon arrival to their over 300 Island Nation.

Everyone loves the beach but take time to explore other little jewels of Fiji such as the Garden of Sleeping Giant; the Museum in Suva where you will see the Fijian Bark Cloth; Fiji's national flower, the Tagimaucia or Medinilla waterhousei - (please send me a postcard of this flower)

(This site is for my friend, Nisha)

As Fiji natives say, "Bula" or "Welcome" to Fiji! 

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Dive Travel Fiji The Tropical South Pacific Islands

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We will visit a native Fijian village for a ceremonial dance and be served their native drink called "Kava." After a walk through the jungle and swim in a heart shaped pool and waterfall, it's on to tour the Nai'a, a Fiji live-aboard boat. After we tour the Castaway Island Resort, across from where Tom Hanks made his famous movie, we will dive the colorful reefs where we will see Lionfish and Blue Ribbon Eels. Then, we will visit the famous Beqa Lagoon where we will go on an exciting mega shark feeding adventure. Join us too, for our helicopter tour of the dense rainforest and jungles with magnificent cascading waterfalls in this picturesque country that only Fiji can provide. "Vinaka" (thank you). Sit back and enjoy one of Dive Travel's most exotic locations ever, and the very first show in our series shot exclusively in HD wide screen.

Awesome book, well written and very insightful.  

Moon Fiji (Moon Handbooks)

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South Pacific expert and veteran travel writer David Stanley knows the best way to experience Fiji, from making waves at one of the world's premiere diving spots to getting away from it all in lesser-known villages.

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Aerial View of Islands with Yanuya Island in Foreground, Fiji 

Excellent information on Fiji. 

Fiji (Country Guide)

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Bula, and welcome to the diverse islands of Fiji. There are white-sand islands here perfect for a relaxing beachside holiday, or little-visited islets and rugged hinterlands for the more adventurous. Wherever youre based, coral gardens teeming with life are only a short paddle away. Let us help you choose a trip that can be as relaxing, or as challenging, as you choose.

Suva, Fiji 

The beautiful harbour city, Suva, is the capital of Fiji.

Suva, Fiji, A Cosmopolitan Ocity of 140,000






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Rough Guide to Fiji explores all the best to see and do in this Pacific paradise 

The Rough Guide to Fiji 1 (Rough Guide Travel Guides)

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The Rough Guide to Fiji explores all the best to see and do in this Pacific paradise. Discover the aqua blue lagoons with exquisite beaches and the lush tropical rainforest with the most comprehensive guide on the market. With detailed information on all of Fiji's popular tourist islands and towns, this guide features full colour sections on diving and snorkelling Fiji's reefs, and tips for visiting traditional villages, plus 52 detailed maps, covering all regions and towns. There are full-restaurant and accommodation listings and Fiji''s best attractions, from the backpacker looking to party, to the honeymooners looking for a secluded beach.

Garden of Sleeping Giant  

This garden began as Raymond Burr's private collection of tropical orchids, the gardens have developed into a popular attraction after years of flourishing.

Orchids, Garden of the Sleeping Giant, Fiji






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A Delightful visit to Fiji 

...children are the same worldwide with their sense of play and infectious giggle.....

Waya, Yassawa Islands, Fiji

In this vid you'll see Waya, a small island in the South Sea. Look at nice beaches, flowers, hill views over the bay, a village with traditional houses (Bures), and funny children. All South Sea stereotypes might be fullfilled in these 4 mins.

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Quick Facts about Fiji 

Fast Facts about Fiji
Before you go to Fiji - read these Quick Facts

Masi (Bark Cloth) Fiji Museum, Suva, Fiji 

Bark cloth in the Fijian Islands is only made of the paper mulberry tree.

Masi (Bark Cloth) Fiji Museum, Suva, Fiji






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The most comprehensive and illustrative handbook for distinguishing all 350 extant species of psittacines in the world. 

Parrots of the World: An Identification Guide

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"One of those rare books that equally serves field workers, researchers, bird enthusiasts and art lovers".

An essential tool.

Collared Lory, Taveuni Island, Called Fiji's Garden Isle 

Collared Lory of Fiji 

The Collared Lory (Phigys solitarius) is a monotypic species of parrot in the Psittacidae family, and it is the only species in the genus Phigys. It is endemic to the islands of Fiji. It is the only Fijian rainforest bird to adapt to urban landscapes and can be found in urban Suva. Measuring 20 cm (8 in), it has bright red underparts and face with a purple crown and greenish upperparts. Males and females are similar in plumage, although the latter have a paler crown.

Fijian Crested Iguana, Endemic to Fiji, Brachylophus Vitiensis, Kulu Wildlife Park 

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Overhead of Yachts in Savu Bay, Fiji

Overhead of Yachts in Savu Bay, Fiji Photographic Print

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