HistoryThere are over 3500 years of native history on the more than 300 islands that make up the Pacific island nation. The history of Fiji, as we know it, starts in the late 17th century and the early 18th century. Beginning in the 1640s, sailors began to pass by and briefly land on these islands. As far as history is concerned, it is accepted that Fiji was "discovered" by the world in 1789 by Captain William Bligh. The beginning...The first Europeans to credited with landing on Fiji were runaway convicts from the Australian penal colonies as well as sailors from around the world. In the mid-19th century, missionaries began traveling to the island to bring Christianity to the native people. One of the issues that visitors found on Fiji was plenty of tribal fighting for power on the islands. The first Europeans to credited with landing on Fiji were runaway convicts from the Australian penal colonies as well as sailors from around the world. In the mid-19th century, missionaries began traveling to the island to bring Christianity to the native people. One of the issues that visitors found on Fiji was plenty of tribal fighting for power on the islands. Fiji's Independence
Most major credit cards are widely accepted at the large hotels, many restaurants, and shopping centers on the island. Also, some banks will offer travelers currency exchange and travelers check services, including the Westpac Bank, the Colonial National Bank, and the ANZ Bank. Climate
Technology & CommunicationTechnology has not escaped the islands of Fiji. Internet, email, and phone service is available in most areas on the islands of Fiji. As with anywhere, you are going to have dead spots, but you are not going to be cut off. There are local mobile networks that provide excellent service. Travelers can set up roaming status before they land and after they land as well. Large hotels can provide internet service for travelers. There are also plenty of internet cafes for travelers to take advantage of as well Transportation
...getting thereThe Nadi International Airport, located on the island of Viti Levu, is the main airport servicing Fiji. There are a few other smaller airports that service the country on some of the smaller islands. Flights to Fiji can be boarded in Australia, New Zealand, Asia, and the United States from multiple cities.
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Firewalking Ceremony Fiji Museum Garden of the Sleeping Giant Kula Wild Adventure Park Sri Siva Subramaniya Temple foods to try
Lovo (banquet meal prepared in an earth oven) Kokoda (raw fish salad) Taro Roti (Fijian flatbread) Topoi (Fijian Dumplings) Fish Suruwa (fish curry) drinks to try
Fiji Beer (various types) Kava Fijian Rum Wines from Australia and New Zealand Souvenir ideas to buy
Sulu (sarong) Lali Drums Carved Mask Tapa Cloth Black Pearl Cannibal Fork Electricity
The electrical system on the islands, is set up just as they are in New Zealand and Australia. They have the 3-pin outlets. Major hotels and resorts will be able to provide universal outlets for their guests. tourism authority
Tourism Authority Fiji Islands Suite 107 Challenge Plaza Namaka, Nadi PO Box 9217 Nadi Airport(679) 672-2433 infodesk@tourismfiji.com.fj In case of emergency
In the case of an emergency, here are numbers for fire, police, and ambulance services. Police: 917 Ambulance: 910/911 Fire: 910/911 When you've had enough and you're done dreaming about where you will go when the pandemic is over, let's talk! The world is your oyster... and Fiji awaits!!!
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