Monday, November 2, 2009

Fabulous Fiji



There is a small island that is becoming a very popular tourist destination. Fiji is located in the South Pacific Ocean. The country is made up of 322 islands but only 106 are settled. The two main islands are Viti Levu and Vanua Levu and accommodate for about 87 percent of the countries total population. About 850,000 people live among the islands of Fiji.

Fiji offers some of the best snorkeling and scuba diving opportunities that the world can offer. Fiji is known as the “Soft Coral Capitol of the World.” Since many people want to witness the beautiful underwater world Fiji has, there are many diving companies. Due to the large amount of shops you can dive all day for a small amount of money. Classes are offered to teach you how to breathe properly before you go out into the ocean. A famous PGA golfer named Vijay Singh is from Fiji. Therefore it is quite obvious that golf is a major activity in Fiji. The most famous and luxurious of all the courses in Fiji is Denarau Golf Club. This course is on the island of Viti Levu, the geography of the course is quite flat with a few water hazards and tons of coconut trees. Travelers often backpack through the dense jungle and sleep at backpacker’s campsites. This is the best way to explore the islands jungle. There are many rivers, waterfalls, and natural pools of clean water that can be swam in, bathed in, and drank out of.

There are a variety of places to stay while you are in Fiji. There are the mega resorts that accommodate a vast amount of people. Mega resorts offer diving lessons, restaurants, bars, beaches, pools, and wedding services. Mega resorts are relevantly cheap for the amount of activities they offer, making them a good place for families and large groups to stay. There are also small Bed & Breakfasts that house anywhere from 2-20 people. Guests are issued private rooms within a residential house. You are server home cooked meals. These are a little more expensive, but allow for a more relaxed and intimate setting.

Fiji is a place to get away from the hustle and bustle of the busy city. This is a place where complete relaxation can be reached and all of your worries melt away.

1 comment:

  1. This place would be #2 on the list of the post so far,looks awesome but Oh the misery of that plane ride.....

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