But this is a definite advantage, as you will enjoy the pristine sands and crystal clear waters of the beach without having to deal with crowds and noise. Comparatively peaceful when compared to Bondi, Manly beach is home to a good number of facilities as well.

Sydneysiders know that there is no better place than Manly Beach, whether you are a surfer or not. There are three main portions into which the beach is divided into, South Steyne, North Steyne and Queenscliff. The Fairy Bower and the Shelley Beach is situated close to Manly Beach. There is a walk way that goes along the sea.

If you happen to crazy about surfing, Fairy Bower is an obvious destination. The waves here are huge. The large right hand waves break right over the reef, providing a magnificent surfing experience. The beach is situated close to the Sydney Harbour National Park.

Shelley Beach is a top scuba divers favorite. The beach is incredibly popular with scuba divers, and the inland facing beach is one of the most unique in the entire eastern Australian coast.

Kingdom of Tonga has preserved the past in a pristine form, numerous ancient traditions and customs are followed here. There are many examples of this, chief being the closing down of all activities during Sundays, so as to observe the Sabbath. Tonga’s architecture is worthwhile. The culture has stayed free of major influences, although changing times have changed things. The customs and traditions of the Tongan people provide us fascinating insights into the culture and lifestyle of the people.

Kingdom of Tonga is an unsullied paradise in the truest sense. The veritable abundance of natural beauty here is of such a level as to make the beholder gasp for breath in amazement. There are so many beautiful aspects to Tonga. The beautiful beaches are one, as are the rainforests, and the volcanoes. There are numerous natural wonders here. The beaches here are pristine stretches of pure snow white sand ( and just as soft ), and the crystal clear blue waters have an aquamarine tint to them, incredibly beautiful. There is no dearth to beautiful spots here. There are a good number of accommodations on the beaches that have sprung up with the advent of Tonga tourism.

Commercialization has not touched Tonga tourism industry in a very big way, and the island is actually a pricey destination, which has served to keep the tourist numbers down. Tonga island is extremely popular with honey mooning couples, or couples on a holiday together, as the island has a palpable sense of romance in its air. The exotic charms of this island are such that they will keep you magnetized. Tonga is the perfect destination to head to if you want some downtime from the madding crowds, some rest from the rat race, the island is the ideal location for all this and more. It is certain that you will return refreshed and rejuvenated, and vowing to come back as soon as possible.

There are some remarkable places to visit in Perth. The countryside has some amazing landmarks and they are simply awesome.

Cattesloe Beach is simply an awesome beach in Perth. This beach is regarded as a beautiful and a great beach for those who love to swim. There are some places where you can head in for picnics and lazying around. If you enjoy snorkeling, this is the place to be in. The beach is a perfect place for those who love to snorkel and scuba dive.

Rottnest Island is another destination of tourist interest. This place is remarkable too. This island is known to be one of the most beautiful islands in Perth and there are some amazing beaches, wildlife and rocky caves. The island is a perfect place for scuba divers and there are some amazing reefs here. The marine life is also simply remarkable. There are some places where you can go for fishing too. Swimming here is considered to be the most remarkable activity.

Fremantle is another great place to be in. The place is located 19 kilometres south west of Perth. There is a Swan River which meets the ocean and this is simply a great place to be in. There are some Japanese and Greek restaurants there as well.

The Swan Valley is also known to be an amazing place to be in. This place is known to be one of the oldest wine growing areas in Perth. There are some amazing wine makers, food producers and artists here and this place is simply the most happening place on earth.

Margeret River is one of the most renowned rivers in Perth. This river is known to be the best place for surfing. The area is known exclusively for its beauty.

Albany is another place which is very popular among the tourists. This place lies south of the coast of Australia and is simply an amazing place to be in.

These are some of the interesting places to be in Perth. Perth is truly a remarkable countryside in Australia where you can get to explore different amazing places.

Accommodation

There are a number of lodges and resorts where you can stay in Perth. These are the most remarkable places to reside in and they are nearer to the tourist areas.

Dining

There are some amazing places where you can dine as well. These places are simply remarkable and have the best of the local cuisine.

These are some of the great countryside places where you can visit in Perth.

About the Island Nation:

The Republic of Kiribati is made up of thirty two atolls and a raised island made up of corals. An atoll is a beautiful island made up of coral that encircles a lagoon. The coral island might completely or partly enclose the lagoon. These serene islands are spread out over 3.5 million square kilometers over the Pacific Ocean. They extend over to the equator and touch the International Date Line in the east.

The main chain of Gilbert Islands provides the island nation of Kiribati its name. ‘Gilberts’ in the local language means Kiribati. This proud island is a member of the Commonwealth of Nations. Kiribati gained independence from the United Kingdom in 1979. It is also a member of the United Nations (since 1999), IMF and the World Bank.

Geography and composition of the Island:

The Republic of Kiribati is divided into three island groups which are dispersed far and wide. They are the Gilbert, Phoenix and Line islands. Kanton is the island which is sparsely populated; it belongs to the phoenix group of islands which is uninhabited. The Phoenix Islands is the third largest marine protected area in the world.

Banaba is the raised coral island of Kiribati. It is an isolated island which lies between the Gilbert Islands and Nauru. Previously known as the Pleasant Island, Nauru is the smallest island nation that belongs to Micronesia in the South Pacific.

Gilbert Islands are a group of 16 atolls (coral island surrounding a lagoon). This chain lies to the north of Fiji. Phoenix island chain contains a total of 8 atolls and some coral islands. The Phoenix group lies to the southeast of the Gilbert Islands. Line Islands have one reef and 8 atolls to their claim. These islands lie to the east of Gilbert Islands.

Kirimati Island belongs to the Line chain of Islands. It is also known as Christmas Island and is the world’s largest atoll. Tebua Tarawa and Abanuea were Kiribati islets which in 1999 disappeared under the water because of rising ocean levels due to global warming. Rising Ocean levels are causing increased soil salinity (salt content) which affects the growth of plants on the islands. The coconuts trees on the Tepuka Savilivili islet have all died.

Culture: Music and native dance

Body percussion, chanting and other types of vocalizing form the Kiribati folk music. Modern Kiribati music involves a seated chorus accompanied by the guitar. These are for public performances. Te Kalimatoa is the standing dance and Te Buki is the hip dance wherein a wooden box is used as a percussion instrument. Love themed traditional dances, religious, patriotic, war, wedding, competitive, children’s dances are popular. Major festivals have stick dances which tell stories of legend and history.

The outstretched arms of the dancers and the birdlike motion of the head are characteristics of the Pacific Island dance. Even the Frigate minor bird on the flag of the island nation symbolizes the bird like dance. It is a form of storytelling and display of beauty, skill and endurance of the dancer. Smiling during the dance is hence considered vulgar.

The islands of this archipelago is scattered across the southwestern Pacific. Due to the remote location, the islands are still preserved as an unspoilt gem and are considered among the most beautiful tourist destinations, along with the slowly developing tourist industry. Most of the tourists plan to visit the Solomon Islands for its spectacular marine life and the islands is a paradise for the divers. The main islands where you can visit and make your vacation memorable are:

• Malaita
• Guadalcanal

• Choiseul
• San Cristobal
• New Georgia
• Santa Isabel

When you are visiting these islands, do try to arrange some time for the capital city of Honiara, which lies on Guadalcanal. Honiara is worth a visit, as it has excellent museums, botanical gardens, and the beautiful Chinatown. From the capital city, you can easily get access to the villages and experience its scenic drives. Enjoy the well-known WWII battlefield tours and the carving villages of Rennell and Bellona islands. You have hundreds of things to do  in the islands, which you can try and have fun.

• Explore the 900 volcanic islands and the coral reefs that are spread across the blue tropical waters.
• Amazing marine life in the islands will make your vacation superb. So enjoy swimming and cruising activities, as the islands are excellent destinations for such type of activities.
• While enjoying your special time aside waters, try the diving activity. Most of the land-based diving can be found in the Western Province or close to the islands of Gizo, which is the capital of Western Province. In fact, this activity can also be best tried at New Georgia.
• Some of the renowned diving sites include, Munda, Uepi Island, and the famous Marovo Lagoon. You can in fact, take a diving tour to various WWII wrecks.

• You can always go for fishing in the well-stocked waters of Solomon.
• Take an educational tour to the tropical rainforests, which cover a large area of the archipelago and most of the inactive volcanoes. Head to the ‘Solomon Islands Visitors Bureau’ for any related information.
• The bushwalking and climbing activities are also popular in the Solomon Islands.

The wildlife on the islands of Solomon is of great interest. It consists of a number of introduced and indigenous species. Almost everywhere, you will experience various reptiles, including turtles. Marsupials like flying foxes, phalangers, and opossums are the common species, which you can see wandering.

Best place to getaway from the hustle and bustle of the city crowd. The Tahiti and her islands have promising sunset on black sand beach, adventurous water sports like snorkeling and get the insight of marine life by scuba diving and much more! For the newly married or thinking of going for second/third honeymoon, the place is the most romantic place to be! If you just want to spend quality time by exploring the island or sitting on beaching, sipping drinks, you will be always surrounded by scenery. This place is a paradise of natural world!

Tahiti Island is the largest island in whole French Polynesia in the southern Pacific sea. Tahiti is an archipelago and part of the Society Islands that includes islands of Bora Bora, Raiatea, Taha’a, Huahine and Moorea. The population on the island is one-lakh twenty seven thousand people and majority of the population are of Polynesian ancestry. Southeast Tahiti is shaped into turtle because it is made up of two volcanic mountain ranges. The big portion of land is called Tahiti Nui and smaller Portion, Tahiti Iti. The two lands are connected by beautiful black sand beach.

The water here is so pristine that you will wish to dive in. That is why scuba diving is one of the favorite activities among visitors. Imagine yourself swimming through into the waters discovering huge amount of rare and colorful corals and reefs with little bright colored fish floating around these corals including Manta rays, sharks and whales and you swimming with such wonderful beings of underwater. To get into the waters of Aquarium, the wrecks, Papa Whisky and Lagoon Hole there are many dive shops, tour operators who will take you there with all equipment. In addition, to learn scuba diving you can enroll yourself for PADI training and refreshers courses. If you are not into scuba diving, you can go for snorkeling, enjoying against warm currents of huge sea.

If you do not wish to get wet and want to stay above seawater, then best way is sailing or sail boarding. As the climate is warm and humid, so you do not need swimsuit or anything extra. If you are a beginner and do not know how to sail. No worries! On the beach, you will find many instructors to teach you. May month is a good month for the surfers as waves are good during this month. Surfers from neighboring countries come here to surf. There are many spots for surfing on the north and south coast. Nevertheless, for awesome aquatic adventure, you can hand feed sharks and swim with Marlin, Yellow fin tuna, sailfish, swordfish, barracuda are few names to mention.

If you think underwater and land is not enough then try go and fly! Some islands near Tahiti offer amazing sky gliding like Para gliding, hang gliding etc. Lessons on flying are also given. You can learn flying! In addition, quad biking is available – there is do much to explore in all these islands. Each island has uniqueness that allures the visitors.

It is not necessary you should always be on your toes and explore by doing everything that islands offer you. You can lay back, stretch your back, and appreciate the view of the island. For more stunning view, fly in helicopter. The helicopters here offer air tour where you will see the upper view of the island that looks amazing! Or else go to a self-organized picnic to Motu, which is tiny atoll in Lagoon.

Did you known here you can shop for black pearls! The black pearls look just magnificent and royal. Except jewellery, the islands offer good market where you can buy some hand made traditional masks and sculptures, cloths, etc. Tahitian spa is best way to squeeze away pain, tension or stress from the body. The methods used for massaging are different and the ingredients too. The experience will leave you feeling relaxing and light like feather!

You can reach here by Tahiti’s own-based international carrier, Air Tahiti Nui. The island has airport named Papeete Airport, which is four miles from the main city. From airport, you will find buses, which are scheduled and regular. You will get taxis too, but they are quite expensive. To travel around the islands there are scheduled ships and boats available and domestic flights.

The whole island measures approximately five hundred and forty nine square kilometers and it is encircled by the coral reefs. As the island is volcanic origin, it is full of mountains and hills with lush vegetation which descends towards untouched beautiful glittering clear sea water surrounding island in all direction.

Before Japanese’s invasion, Guam has long history of Spanish ruling the island for three hundred and thirty three years. Hagatna, capital of Guam, has many historic building which were made in this era. You will also find remnant of Chamorro period whose culture is still being followed by the people of Guam but it with time much of the things have changed.

Well scuba diving is done among tourists here as it is beside deepest ocean trench, around the island you will get see very different marine animals and treat to eyes is already surrounding the island – corals and reefs! But the best spot for scuba diving is Tumon bay which is ahead of Hagatna coast. It is also one of the favorite tourist destinations. Towards south, their great places to go hiking on the mountains and to the north are many fantastic cliffs.

Nano Fall Botanical Gardens is situated in Agat where one day picnic should be done. The place is just not botanical garden but there you can do swimming in flowing Nano River. There are other two botanical garden too, namely – Inarajan Shore Botanical Garden to south coast of the island and Pineapple Plantation in Yigo.

The soldiers and people who died in World War II are still being remembered. In Yigo for remembrance they have build South Pacific Memorial Park and another site where war was carried on is turned into Pacific National Historical Park which has weapons; tanks, machine tanks etc, they still haven’t moved another place. There is museum too with war photos and remnants of war and one section is kept for the Chamorro culture.

There are many exotic beach parks in Guam you can visit are Latte Park which is situated just below Kasamata Hill; Merizo Pier Park it’s a resort surrounded by the Lagoon and also official place for Merizo water festival. For the waves lover there is place called Talofofo Bay which is called surfers paradise and another place is the ancient settlement of Chamorro which was later turned into penal and leper colony. Now its Guam’s most admired recreational place.

Exploring the beaches and ocean will bring you many surprises! The most liked diving spot are the wrecks of the World War II. The reefs and marines flora and fauna have built their home on it, enhancing the beauty of the depressing wrecks. There are even night diving organized by the resorts so check it out. As in the night, most of the corals which hide in day light come out in night falls its darkness. Go to islands shallow bays where dolphin inhabits.

Airport:

Antonio B Won Pat International Guam Airport is the major airport in Guam country. It is just seven miles away from the city.

By Sea:

Apra Harbor is the main port in Guam. This port is the main port because its southernmost island in Mariana islands so mostly it’s the stopover of many cruise ships.

By Car:

Well there aren’t many roads in interior region of the island. And roads which are available are always congested and in rainy it turns slippery.

By Bus:

There aren’t buses on this island but you will find commercial tourist buses but the frequency of the bus is very bad.

Guam is a traveler’s paradise because it is blessed for natural beauty. It promises you a wonderful beach holiday experience and family time. Great place to relax and forget all worries of the world which rest on your shoulder. Just lay back and enjoy here!

Papua New Guinea is a nation in the Oceanic. The country is not limited by the borders of land, the oceanic is vast arbitrarily connected by the beautiful coconut palm trees, beaches, corals and reefs, lagoons and rose from the volcanic eruption ashes in between blue sea water turned into magnificent natural world. It’s a beautiful country consisting of fifteen islands and blend of scenic highlands, mountain ranges, flourishing by the green vegetation and wildlife with underwater marine life and corals. The inhabitants’ ethnicity is another attraction, which you will come across as you land here.

The place is more famous scuba diving. The islands here offer varieties of coral and reefs that are rare and some are unnamed. The country has been recommended by

Reader Choice Magazines and been nominated by the scuba divers to experience the some great view of various beautiful coral and reefs. You will also get to see World War II wrecks remnants i.e. air crafts, ships, submarines, etc. Some of the good spots to visit and see theses depressing wrecks yet beautiful view are; Rabaul, Kavieng, Loloata (Port Moresby) and Madang. At Madang, you will get to see about thirty five Japanese fighter planes. These ruins are in good condition some not too far from seashore, some decorated by the corals and reefs, the whole view is so beautiful and colorful, that will leave you mesmerized.

There are few organized liveaboard which will take you to tour on some great diving spots. Some of them include; Tania’s reef, it has a huge outstanding mount of corals about one hundred and forty feet under water to eight feet from the surface. It is also home for some clams and turtles. Cobb’s cliff, here except for the colorful corals and reefs you get to see large Pelagic such as Manta rays and hammerhead sharks and also some macro fishes such as leaf scorpion fish, Rhinopious, Blue Ribbon Eels, Elegant Fire Goby and many more. A Wahoo Point you will see whale sharks, Minki whales and orcas, other than mammals it has great variety of large elephant ear sponge and Barracudas and marine photographers will leave with enthralling photos of the place and a sense of satisfaction. The Cherie’s reef is a drift dive which offer slopes enclosed by attractive Gorgonians and many small colorful fish beautifies the Gorgonians. Then there is little china which has coral garden, Observation point where you can dive into caves, Michelle reef, and Crinoids city – city of black coral trees.

More than thousand cultural groups and seven hundred different languages and spoken here. This country is so culturally diverse so you will find different form of arts, music, dance, costumes, architecture, and weaponry which are distinct in their own way.

Being cultural diverse the country possess many attractive festivals. One of the festivals which are colorful and enjoyable is Tumbuna Sing Sing. In this festival, all different tribes come together in their traditional costumes, singing and dancing together, enjoy the unity between them. Mount Hagen Cultural Show is also another festival famous in Papua New Guinea highlands which is held in August. A festival in which people dress up and paint themselves as their clans or group.

Country is rich in culture and environment. You will never regret coming here except for traveling in interior of the regions. The country has promising hiking, scenic volcanic mountains, beaches surrounded by the coconut palm trees, some rare species of animals and marine life and much more. Only one thing is right saying about this country is that ‘The untouched land’.

In the early 20th century the area would be divided in to three parts. Guam will be under the control of United States followed by Spanish American War of 1898 and colonized Wake Island. Nauru, Caroline, Northern Mariana Islands from Spain will be under Germany’s rule while the Gilbert Islands will be under British Empire. The territory of Pacific Island was take from Germany during the First World War and it became League of Nations Mandates in the year 1923. The other territories of Germany in Micronesia were given to Japan and Nauru became an Australian mandate. The territories which were taken from Germany to Japan were named as South Pacific Mandate and after the Second World War this mandate became United Nations Trusteeship and called as Trust Territory of the Pacific Islands. Most of the islands of Micronesia today are independent states while Guam and Wake Island are the expectations as they are the U.S. territories and Northern Marina Islands are called as U.S. Commonwealth. The people here are from many ethnic groups with different languages but all belong to Micronesian culture which is one of the native cultures developed early in this region. It is a mixture of Filipinos, Melanesians, and Polynesians. Because of being in the same region and culture people feel closer to each other.

These islands have rich oral history with unique musical heritage and traditional music on these islands is carried out from generation to generation. You will hear the idiosyncratic sound of Micronesian pop music which is different in its own way and the pop music gives the glance of American country and western reggae. The traditional music and pop music of these islands is unique and make these islands the best cultural destination around globe.

Flora and Fauna

Pacific Islands of Micronesia offers amazing and diverse range of natural ecosystems from lush tropical rainforest and pristine coral reefs to mangrove swamps. The islands are blessed with many species of birds and animals. Rare deer, monitor lizard, fruit bat etc can be spotted easily in the rural areas. The marine turtles and manta rays are the amazing views with vibrant colors surrounded with coral reefs makes a life time unforgettable experience for the tourists. There are large number of marine species like sail fish, mahi-mahi, tuna, marlin, and barracuda etc. There are large number flowers and trees and more than six hundred species of higher plants are found in these islands. Hong Kong orchid, hibiscus, ironwood, eucalyptus, Honduras, papaya, banana, coconut, mahogany trees are everywhere on these islands.

The best diving destination

The islands of Micronesia attract divers from all around the globe. The visibility of clean clear water is excellent, and the waters are affluent with marine life. Diving on these islands is simply fantastic where you can enjoy every level of diving with variety of sites to choose from. The water visibility is wonderful where photographers take pictures and get amazed with the marine beauty. Truk Lagoon is an underwater museum with entire Japanese convoy on the floor. Take diving from the stunning Pohnpei and move towards Yap to the Manta Ray in M’il channel and the startling Kosrae has 50 dive sites with lots of adventure and fun.

Best time to visit

The islands of Micronesia have pleasant weather throughout the year. However it gets humid from July to November. Heavy rainfall in the eastern islands it is also situated on the southern edge of the typhoon belt and it may face typhoons. You can visit these islands anytime throughout the year.

How to reach

There are four international airports in the Pacific islands of Micronesia. Pohnpei International Airport is located in the main island of Pohnpei, Chuuk International Airport, Kosrae International Airport and Yap International Airport these airports are located in the states of Chuuk, Kosrae, and Yap. Continental Airlines via Hawaii or Guam is the best option to get into the Pacific Islands of Micronesia.  There are plentiful of taxis in the states and in locations. Rental cars, local boats, busses are also available to reach from one place to another. You can also get around in these islands through sea routes but you need an official port clearance license. Lelu and Okat Harbors are the ports of entry in Kosrae and every island has its own ports of entry.

Where to stay

There are many beach resorts, guest houses, hotels, villas, bed and breakfasts, apartments, hostels etc on all the islands, and these beautiful accommodations near beaches make your best pacific holidays. There are many five star hotels if you are looking for more comfortable and luxury stay. Many accommodations provide transport facilities to the tourists. Most of the accommodations have scuba facilities, swimming pools, entertainment facilities, restaurants, bars etc. Travel to the Pacific islands of Micronesia is very exciting and you will not feel like coming back to your place you will reach home will lots of stories and experiences to share with people.

Festivals in Pacific islands of Micronesia

There are many festivals on these islands which are celebrated with great excitement and passion. The important festival of Micronesia is the Yap Day festival which is celebrated in the first weekend of March. All people from four islands participate in this occasion with lots of fun. This festival is of joy and color celebrated with grandeur. On this occasion men and women wear traditional costumes and perform songs and dance to entertain tourists. It is also called as Dance Fiesta and is most popular festival on these islands. Tourists who visit during this festival are served with amazing cuisine. There are many competitions, activities takes place during this festival. Welcome reception is organized on the last day of this festival where large number of people takes place. There are many other Micronesian festivals and tourists have the best time on these islands during these festivals. Pacific Arts Festival or Festival of Pacific Arts is another traditional cultural festival, people share their culture during this festival, and main theme of this festival is traditional dance and songs.

Attractions & Things to do in Pacific Islands of Micronesia

There are many momentous attractions on these islands like The Spanish Wall, Catholic Bell Tower in Pohnpei, Japanese Wartime Communication Centre in Chuuk, Nan Madol in Pohnpei and Insaru in Kosare these are most visited attractions among tourists. There are beautiful waterfalls, pools and rivers are simple breathtaking. Diving at Black Coral, Atoll, Pakin in the Pohmpei State are memorable experiences. There is a well known Truk Lagoon which is the best place for snokelers. Climbing and hiking can be enjoyed at Sokehs Mountain. This place is best for hiking, water sports, fishing, diving etc. No matter what your reason for visit is for adventure and ultimate relaxation the Pacific Islands of Micronesia is an enthralling destination.

This country shall give you a present, a present of memorable times, its like dream come true! This island provided for every conceivable activity you can do on your escapade here, if you are here for some thrills then the island offers you white water rafting one of the most spectacular place to go white water rafting is here, with speed cross and ocean surf. Go Mountain hiking, there are many trails available here, which will set you exploring and leave you with immense satisfaction. This country is full of adventures, it’s on you how you go exploring it, the country offers Bulla, a greeting where ever you go and whatever you like to do, for the people here are adventurers at heart. Just don your back pack and head on to this island. With such a good culture and traditions, people here are happy and humble. It’s like you have escaped away from world into the world, as you travel of the beaten and unbeaten tracks, and you will enjoy the unspoiled and stunning beauty spots, travel to outer island of Fiji, as they are perfect place to discover the beauty that God has created. Fiji Island are like tailor made, its ideal and perfect setting just the way an inquisitive tourist will like, islands boast of its miles of pristine beauty of azure water where you can go diving where in lies the beautiful and colorful soft coral, one of the best in world. The Fiji provides for natures lover delight, as its amalgamation of cultures of Fijian, Chinese, Indians, European settlers and South Sea Islanders at a crossroads of Pacific. Fiji’s hideaways are ideal for Romance, the island itself is so seducing to the eyes, that people who come here are bound to get more romantic, such will be the aura and charm here! Make all your romantic fantasy come true here!

Honeymooners, Families, divers, nature lovers, backpackers, travel groups and even independent travelers will revel in this island; it’s for all with the spirit of adventure.

Fijian’s are known to be the friendliest people in the world, as they are not judgmental and don’t express any negative opinion. Though they have their own customs and more in traditional in villages. Fiji Time is adhering to the Bula greetings with time being somewhere between GMT and The infinity.

The sublime sub and sea attracts hordes of tourists, lapped in the cerulean waters, with archipelago of more then three hundred small islands and even small numerous islets. As you are here, you can ask for your cocktails while you laze in the beach. The charisma of the place is not only its beaches but emerald hills with their volcanic craters, in the rugged interiors having panoramic view. You ought to see the giant waterfalls amid the natural beauties and also visit the mountain villages, sacred Hindu temples and archeological sites.

Location:

In South Pacific Melanesia, east of Australia comprising of 322 islands which has some rugged limestone islets and tiny coral cays.

Visa and Passport

Passport is required for all tourists.

Visa on arrival is granted for most of the countries. Yet it’s better to check before going and also it’s imminent that you have a return ticket or onward tickets.

Lodging and bedding:

Throughout the island there is availability of vast selection of resorts, hotels, bungalows, guesthouses, private villas, backpackers and more servicing and catering to visitor’s whims. With good number of luxury hotels, dormitory accommodations, cottages, self contained holiday houses, youth hostels etc for almost discerning travelers.

Fiji- beyond sightseeing

Fiji islands you will go definitely for sightseeing coz its very beautiful island but let’s explore its beauty beyond by adding the adventure and fun factor to it.

Don’t dare to miss out Zip Fiji

Flying through (just imagine) Fiji’s lush green tropical rainforest- will be wild and thrilling adventure rather imagine yourself as the George of the Jungle I mean Tarzan or Jane whoop you go from one tree to another, like a wildest fantasy you swing yourself in tree tops. Is it fun and exhilarating? Well Zip Fiji just does this for you fun filled yet loving and exploring the amazing environment with pulse stopping and adrenalin rushing through you veins as you go whooshing with thrilling zip lines, traverse through tropical setting of huge tress, wild orchids and diverse flora and fauna and amazing native birds. The most popular ecological jungle tour you are just going to love it! The safety is important and necessary steps have been taken of with top quality equipment and trained guides. Its just astonishing wilderness with such unique experience.

Explore wild rivers!

Go white water rafting in Rivers Fiji taking you through deep Navua River in to Namosi highlands, surrounded by magnificent scenery, as you go rafting trough black gorges which are ancient volcanic rocks and numerous breathtaking cascading waterfalls. Even if you are not experienced whitewater veteran or experienced there is variety of options available for you to go this stimulating adventure on inflatable kayaks and rafts. It’s the best, the best you must do it!

Boating:
Bon Voyage in schooner or yacht in so many different islands of Fiji, just go the exploration spree there, for all the places are like small treats to you eyes for there marvelous beauty. Go in jet boat to see the mangroves perimeter of tidal corridors , or bamboo raft for a unique Fiji experience.

Scuba Diving:
Fiji provides for marine life lover small gifts of numerous soft coral reefs. You outght to go out her snorkeling and diving at Great White Wall, Rainbow reef, Beqa Lagoon or Somosomo Straits.

Surfing:
Don’t miss out the Cloudbreak an incredible offshore which is 6m/18 ft wave pulls like a magnet to surfers around the world, its at Tavaru Island, with waves breaking at coral reefs.

Water sports:
Fiji offers hell of water sports and also takes care of the safety features. Just naming some- windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking, sailing, waterskiing, parasailing and swimming in waterfalls, reserves and coastal parks.

Trekking, Hiking and Wildlife watching:
With marked nature trails you can explore Lavena Coastal walk or Vidawa Forest walk and go looking to fruit bats, marine turtles, parrots, and wildest and unique flora and fauna. Must go to see the orchids and many kinds of flowering plants in Garden of Sleeping Giant and climb Sabeto Mountains see the Sigatoka Sand Dunes. All you can enjoy is serene contemplation of God’s true creation of nature. You will be amazed to see the multi hued birds, the jungle is impenetrable yet the natives know it like its their won home. You will love the cool ponds, waterfalls small streams with crystal clear water and best of all unpolluted.

Play Fiji Paintball:
Paintball or skirmish, where individuals or  teams battle each other out for claiming their territories and with such an action packed, full of thrills and weapon will shoot them with Paint Pellets! You are going to love this playing with your loved ones, friends and colllegues. People don on protective suits and safety requirements.

Hey lets get on for sightseeing:

• Suva: Fiji Museum, Thurston Gardens and its lifestyle, also capital of Fiji.
• Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple

• Naihehe Sacred Caves
• Fiji’s Plantations: Copra, Sugarcane, Ginger and Cocoa.
• Church of Saint Francis Xavier: Have beautiful murals
• Arts Village: Cultural performance, Fijian Firewalking on hot stones and shopping in market.
• Flight Seeing: hop into Island Hoppers Helicopters or jump in the the seaplanes of Tutle Airways to have the panoramic view of island’s taking in the photographs of mountains, its hill tops, rainforests, valleys and the villages. Just so stunning.
• Takalana Dolphin Watcing
• Waidian Waterfalls

Astonishing Hot Springs and Mud Baths:

Get yourself dirty and throw mud at each other, at Fiji’s hidden gem at Sabeto Hot Springs and Mud Baths. This place is supposed to have healing properties, believed by locals. It has sulphur in hot springs, has three pools, with lush natural backdrop and will give you good social experience. Just enjoy immersing yourself in warm mud baths and also have great fun by applying mud generously on your friends and even on to you.

Stomach growling?

Just have the local food- it is Fijian, Indian and Chinese though you also have International cuisine. There are so many bars and cocktail lounges. But you must taste the national specialties:

Food-

Kokoda (it is a raw fish which gets marinated in coconut cream with some lime).

Rourou (an exotic taro leaf dish available as soaked in coconut cream).

Tavioka (delicious manioc or tapioca, either boiled or baked else grated and cooked  with coconut cream along sugar and mashed bananas).

Duruka (some different type of asparagus-like available in season in April and May).

Lovo (an astouding way of cooking in a covered pit or may be a underground oven to cook fish, vegetables and meat).

Drink-

Kava it is a traditionally ought to be prepared by virgins, with chewed root of pepper plant into  pulpy mass and then add water but nowadays the roots are pounded in a wooden bowl with vertical metal rod using by hand).

Fiji Bitter a famous beer by Carlton Brewery In Suva.

Booth’s Gin, Czarina Vodka, Regal Whisky and Bounty Rum  which is produced by South Pacific Distilleries in Lautoka).

For a cool nightlife the hotels and resorts have live bands and Fijian Entertainment of their folk dance. Though Suva is right place to have coolest night out with the hap place being that Victoria Parade which has lines of nightclubs, bars, restaurants and Cinemas.

Meke is the traditional dancing of Fiji, where men do the warrior dancing and women sing, garbed in national costume with flower leis, in tapa cloth and grass skirts.

Fiji is just so amazing with more amazing people who welcome you to share their island’s marvel. Once here, you will fall in love with it, such is its beauty and appeal.