Fiji, South Pacific

There’s something about that first step off the plane in Fiji — the warmth of the air, the sound of laughter, and that signature “Bula!” that greets you from every direction. It instantly wraps you in island spirit and sets the tone for the adventures ahead.

I started my South Pacific journey on the Coral Coast, where palm-lined beaches and turquoise lagoons begged for slow mornings and spontaneous swims. Snorkelling off the reef was like diving into a living kaleidoscope — corals in soft pastels, curious fish darting in every direction, and that hush you only find underwater.

From there, I headed to the Mamanuca Islands, a cluster of tiny gems just off the mainland. Think hammocks strung between palms, sunsets that turn the ocean gold, and meals of fresh-caught seafood right on the sand. But it’s the Fijian people who make it unforgettable — their smiles, stories, and genuine warmth make every traveler feel like family.

Fiji is more than a destination — it’s a feeling.

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25 things to do in Fiji

  1. Snorkel in the Great Astrolabe Reef

  2. Dive at the Rainbow Reef

  3. Explore the Sabeto Mud Pool & Hot Springs

  4. Visit the Garden of the Sleeping Giant

  5. Hike to Tavoro Waterfalls in Bouma National Park

  6. Take a Fiji Island-hopping tour

  7. Relax on Natadola Beach

  8. Experience a traditional Fijian kava ceremony

  9. Go white-water rafting on the Navua River

  10. Discover the Coral Coast

  11. Take a catamaran cruise to the Mamanuca Islands

  12. Swim with manta rays at Beqa Lagoon

  13. Explore Sigatoka Sand Dunes National Park

  14. Visit the Fiji Museum in Suva

  15. Attend a traditional Fijian meke dance performance

  16. Kayak through the mangroves

  17. Take a helicopter tour over the islands

  18. Go fishing off the Yasawa Islands

  19. Visit Levuka, Fiji’s historic town

  20. Relax at a luxury resort spa

  21. Explore Viti Levu’s countryside and villages

  22. Go sailing or windsurfing

  23. Take a sunset cruise in Denarau

  24. Experience Fijian cuisine at local markets

  25. Visit the Sawa-i-Lau Caves

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