Fiji — Destination Guide: Overview

As the South Pacific's largest tourist destination, Fiji has something for everyone from world class scuba diving and surfing to hundreds of islands and beaches and a vibrant local culture. Hostels and resorts in all price categories are scattered around Fiji and everything is well connected by frequent public transportation. The choice of things to see and do is unsurpassed in the South Pacific. The best beaches are on smaller outer islands surrounding the main islands, Viti Levu and Vanua Levu. The Mamanuca and Yasawa island chains off Nadi International Airport have fabulous beaches, great snorkeling, and lots of small resorts. ...

As the South Pacific's largest tourist destination, Fiji has something for everyone from world class scuba diving and surfing to hundreds of islands and beaches and a vibrant local culture. Hostels and resorts in all price categories are scattered around Fiji and everything is well connected by frequent public transportation. The choice of things to see and do is unsurpassed in the South Pacific. The best beaches are on smaller outer islands surrounding the main islands, Viti Levu and Vanua Levu. The Mamanuca and Yasawa island chains off Nadi International Airport have fabulous beaches, great snorkeling, and lots of small resorts. Nananu-i-Ra Island off Viti Levu is similar, while Ovalau and the old capital Levuka are steeped in history. Taveuni and Kadavu islands are top scuba diving destinations with surfing and kayaking also popular on Kadavu. The Arts Village at Pacific Harbor provides an introduction to traditional Fijian life, and some of the best food, nightlife, and shopping is in cities like Nadi, Suva, and Lautoka.

About the Expert

David Stanley is the author of the Moon guidebooks Fiji, Tahiti, and South Pacific. He has been writing about the Pacific since 1979.