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INDEX 01 INTRODUCTION 03 DENARAU ISLAND 08 VITI LEVU: THE MAINLAND 1 8 THE ISLANDS 38 NORTHERN ISLANDS & CRUISING

Image courtesy of Shangri-La’s Fijian Resort & Spa. Cover image courtesy of Nanuku Resort & Spa. Please note: The prices quoted in this brochure were correct at time of printing (August 2014) but may have fluctuated if surcharges, fees, taxes or currencies changed. They are based on low season rates and are per person per night. They should be used as a guide only.

Blissfully laid-back and often quoted as ‘the way the world should be’, the friendly Fijian Islands are easily accessible in just a few hours by direct flight from Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane.

We are Island Escapes. We opened in 2003 with just 3 of us, a wealth of travel experience and a knowledge and passion for the destinations that truly inspire us – Fiji, Thailand, Vanuatu & Samoa.

We have never strived to be the biggest travel company in Australia, but we are absolutely committed to being the best. By staying boutique, we have been able to focus on quality rather than quantity and to providing our valued clients with a level of service and product knowledge that is fast disappearing in this era of ‘quick’ information.

11 years later and with over 15 staff, we firmly believe that you can learn more from a ten minute conversation with someone who has actually been to a resort, than in 2 hours of trawling the internet trying to extract the truth from the white noise. It’s an old fashioned concept but according to the 1000’s of people we send on holidays each year, it is a successful one. We work closely with some of Australia’s best and most well informed travel agents, ensuring our clients receive the best possible personalised service.

This resort guide showcases some of our favourite Fiji hotels and resorts and we hope that it, together with our vast travel experience, enriches your next holiday. We look forward to organising your dream Island Escape.

Marilyn, Margie & Angie

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Climate

Passports & Visas

Fiji enjoys a tropical climate and therefore daytime temperatures vary between averages of 31 degrees Celsius in summer (Dec–Feb) and 28 degrees Celsius in winter (Jun– Aug) making it the ideal destination to escape our cold winters. Rain and humidity are traditionally more frequent summer to mid autumn (Dec–Mar) and if you feel the heat, we recommend you choose a resort that has air conditioning if travelling during this period, as not all do.

Cooling evening trade winds are more prevalent during late autumn to spring (May–Oct) and we recommend you pack light cardigans or long sleeve shirts if travelling during these months.

Passports must be valid at least 6 months beyond your anticipated return date, and you must possess an onward ticket. A visa is not required for tourist entry into Fiji if you are travelling on an Australian or New Zealand passport. Please check visa requirements for all other nationalities

Currency

Check in & check out times Check in at most resorts is between 2pm – 3pm and check out is generally between 10am–12pm. If you require your room prior to check in an additional night will need to be purchased. Late check out is sometimes available at a discounted rate.

Etiquette

The Fijian dollar is the base unit of currency. ATM machines are available in most major town centres. Major credit cards are welcome in all resorts.

Currency exchange is available in most resorts, at Nadi airport and in banks in town centres.

When visiting villages or shopping in town, please ensure that you cover up swimwear with a sulu (sarong), sundress or shorts and t/shirt to show respect to Fijian locals. If you are attending a Kava ceremony, please ensure that you wear a sulu and that your shoulders are covered.

Tipping

Language

Tipping is not encouraged in Fiji, however most resorts have a staff fund should you wish to make a contribution to show your gratitude.

English is widely spoken throughout Fiji.

Electricity The electrical current in Fiji is 240 volts AC 50z. Fiji has three pin power outlets identical to Australia, and therefore Australian appliances work in Fiji without requiring an adaptor.

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Introduction | Fiji 2015 & 2016 | Page 01

Vanua Levu

Taveuni

Viti Levu

Kadavu

Denarau Island offers holiday makers enormous choice! Located only 20 minutes drive from Nadi Airport, it is one of Fiji’s most popular holiday destinations and with good reason. There are 8 international four and five star resorts, each featuring a variety of quality accommodation options and a number of fabulous dining venues and bars to suit all budgets.

There is an 18 hole Championship Golf Course, a tennis complex, a Water Fun Park and Adrenalin Fiji’s water sports activities hub for the more active guest. And finally there is the Port Denarau Marina Complex with its cafés, casual bars, restaurants and shopping outlets. The entire island is serviced by shuttle bus or taxi (set price whilst on the island) guaranteeing guest convenience and variety.

The Marina is the main departure point for launch transfers to the Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands, making the Denarau resorts an ideal choice if a pre or post island stay is required.

Image courtesy of Fiji Beach Resort & Spa managed by Hilton

D E N A R AU I S L A N D

The Fiji Beach Resort & Spa Managed by Hilton Beachfront Studio: $200–$250 pp/pn.

Two Bedroom Beachfront Villa: $400–$450 pp/pn.

The Fiji Beach Resort and Spa managed by Hilton, offers guests some of the most contemporary designed accommodation in Fiji.

Located on 1.5 kms of private beach frontage, this luxurious low rise apartment style resort provides guests with the ideal location for a relaxing holiday. All of the oversized villas are extremely well appointed and the one, two and three bedroom apartments all feature a balcony with BBQ, full kitchen, dishwasher, 42” LCD TV’s, DVD, washing machine and dryer and superb ocean views. Given the flexibility of room configurations (single guestrooms through to 3 bedroom villas) it is the ideal resort choice for extended families or groups of friends who are holidaying together.

The Hilton features 7 pools defined into 2 zones – one to suit families and one serenity zone suited to adults. 2 restaurants are available onsite for guests, as well as L’Epicier, a café style deli that serves some of the best pastries and coffee found in Fiji. Its convenient location next to the Port Denarau Marina Complex allows guests to do as much or as little as they wish with a number of land and sea based activities within easy reach. With a fitness centre and indulgent Spa for mum and dad, and a complimentary Kids Club that consists of a large outdoor play area, purpose built suites for different age groups, entertainment room and dedicated kids’ kitchen, the Hilton provides the discerning traveller with a complete holiday experience.

• 271 air conditioned and fan cooled studios, 1, 2 and 3 bedroom villas

•H oneymoon bottle

of

Bonus:

sparkling

Complimentary wine.

Stays

of

• 2 restaurants, 1 café and a bar

4nights+ also receive a Couple’s 60

• 7 resort pools inc 1 adult only pool. Deluxe

minutes massage and Pure Fiji Gift Pack

villa accommodation features a shared plunge pool per villa block. Gym & Spa • LCD TV, CD and DVD in all studios/villas.

Espresso machine and BBQ in Villas • Charged WiFi in rooms. Free WiFi in L’epicier and Nuku Restaurants • Inclusions: Breakfast daily. Meal plans not available

(conditions apply) •C hildren’s Policy: Children under 10 eat free when accompanied by a paying adult (conditions apply). Complimentary kids club operates daily from 9am–8pm for children aged 3-12 years. Babysitting available (charged). Family friendly accommodation

•O ccupancy: Max 2 people per studio. Max 3 people per 1 bedroom. Max 5 people per 2 bedroom. Max 7 people per 3 bedroom

Denarau Marina Denarau Golf Course

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Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa Price range: $100–$150 pp/pn Situated on 26 acres of ocean fronted tropical gardens, the Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa offers guests a contemporary hotel style resort experience with a relaxed ‘Fiji’ feel and a French twist. Renovated in 2013, its facilities exceed expectation with award winning restaurants, one of the largest pools in the South Pacific, a beachside wedding chapel and easy access to a wealth of recreational activities. So Spa (Sofitel’s world wide Spa concept) was unveiled in Fiji in 2014 in a tranquil Spa precinct that includes 9 bures, outdoor garden showers, a private sauna, whirlpool and a juice bar. Families are well accommodated with specially designed rooms that feature bunks and PlayStations®, as well as a water slide and the Turtle Kids Club to keep children occupied.

• 296 air conditioned hotel rooms/suites • 4 restaurants and 3 bars • 1 resort pool. Gym & Spa • LCD TV in all Rooms and Suites and Bose

• Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine (min 3 night stay) • Children’s Policy: Turtle Kids Club operates from 9am–9pm daily for children

docking stations in all luxury rooms and

2–12 years (charged at F$30 per child

Suites. PlayStations® in all Family Rooms.

per day). Babysitting available (charged).

Nespresso® machines in suites

Children U12 years eat free for breakfast

• Free WiFi access throughout resort

and dinner in the Lagoon restaurant

• Inclusions: Either room only or Champagne

when dining with parents. Family friendly

Breakfast inclusive rates available. Meal

accommodation

plan not available • Occupancy: Max 3 adults or 2 adults / 2 children U12 years per room/suite

Denarau Marina Denarau Golf Course

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Radisson Blu Resort Fiji The Radisson Blu offers some of the largest

$200–$250 pp/pn

• 270 air conditioned guest rooms,1 bedroom

• Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary bottle of

guestrooms/suites on Denarau Island, well

and 2 bedroom suites

designed lagoon pools, extensive facilities

• 4 restaurants and 3 bars

and an excellent selection of dining outlets

• 4 pools including 1 adult only pool, a toddler

from 9am-9pm in 3 separate sessions for

that range from casual Fish & Chips and

pool and a family pool with waterslide. Gym

children 4-12 years old. Individual sessions

Pizzas on the beachfront, to the renowned

& Spa

cost F$14 per child per session. A day session

fine dining experience at ‘CROSS’. The 1 and 2 bedroom suites feature full kitchens and

sparkling wine in room on arrival • Children’s Policy: Kids Club operates daily

• LCD TV, CD and DVD players in all

9am – 5pm costs F$35 per child including lunch.

rooms/suites

The

evening

laundries, separate lounge and dining areas.

• Free WiFi throughout the resort

session

The Resort offers a well stocked (and priced)

• Inclusions: Room only. Meal plan N/A

dinner

LaiLai Mini Mart selling snacks, soft drinks,

• Occupancy: Max 3 adults or 2 adults/2

lighting costs F$40

wine and beer. With 4 lagoon swimming

children U13 yrs in guestrooms. Max 4 people

per child. Babysitting

pools, a swim up bar and waterslide, this

in 1 bedroom suites. Max 7 adults/1 child in 2

available (charged)

really is a fabulous all round resort.

bedroom suites

including and

torch

Denarau Marina Denarau Golf Course

Denarau Day Trips Adrenalin Fiji Jet Ski Safari

Navala Day Tour – Great Sights, Fiji

Island Day Cruise – South Sea Cruises

Looking for an adventure? What better way

This full day tour is an insight into Fijian life,

Departing Denarau Marina daily on the 9am

to explore Fiji’s beautiful Mamanuca Islands

visiting the sugar city of Lautoka, the Indo

Catamaran, guests can choose which island

than on a Jetski! Experienced guides take

Fijian town of Ba - where guests can visit

they wish to spend the day at*: South Sea

you either tandem or solo on this 2.5 hour

the market and experience the bustle of

Island, Treasure, Castaway, Beachcomber,

action packed activity where you can enjoy

town. Then into the highlands to Fiji’s last

Mana, Malolo or Bounty. Explore glorious

the tropical scenery, snorkel pristine reefs

traditional village, Navala. Here, guests can

underwater worlds teaming with colourful

and stop briefly on an idyllic island. This one

participate in a Kava ceremony, mingle with

fish and corals, enjoy a beautiful lunch and

is definitely for the bucket list!

villagers, dine on authentic Fijian Cuisine,

relax on the golden beaches before heading

Days: Daily (subject to weather)

and on weekdays visit the school.

back in the afternoon on the fast Catamaran.

Departs: Adrenalin Fiji’s Bure located on the

Days: Monday – Saturday

* Please note, some Island visits are subject

beach at The Sofitel Fiji Resort & Spa at 9am

Departs: Nadi: 8.15am Returns Nadi: 5.30pm.

to availability

and again at 12pm

Hotel collections available from the Shangri-

Days: Daily

La to the Denarau Resorts

Departs: Denarau Marina: 9am. Returns: 6pm

Includes: Lunch and all village fees.

Includes: Lunch and Denarau hotel transfer

Includes:

Experienced

guides,

safety

orientation and advice and a bottle of water.

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V L T M

I T I E V U H E AINLAND

Vanua Levu

Taveuni

Viti Levu

Kadavu

Viti Levu is the largest of the 333 islands that make up Fiji’s archipelago and is where you will find Nadi, the international airport gateway, and Suva, the nation’s capital. It is also home to one of the most popular holiday regions The Coral Coast. This is an 80km stretch that runs ocean front along the Queen’s Road between Nadi and Suva, featuring beaches, picturesque bays and many of Fiji’s well known beachfront resorts.

Continuing further south is The Pacific Coast, commonly referred to as Fiji’s Adventure Capital. From here you can play golf, explore Fiji’s highland rivers and canyons kayaking class II rapids, go Ziplining, Shark Diving, Kayaking or surf the famous Frigates Passage.

Other secluded coastal resorts are dotted around the island offering guests the great combination of a beach holiday with the convenience of a mainland location.

Photo Courtesy of Outrigger on the Lagoon • Fiji

The Outrigger on the Lagoon • Fiji Price range: $150–$200 pp/pn The Outrigger on the Lagoon • Fiji is an award winning 5 star beachfront resort situated in the heart of Fiji’s Coral Coast amongst 40 acres of lush tropical landscaped gardens. This fabulous ‘all round’ resort offers both hotel rooms and bure style accommodation as well as 2 bedroom suites and bures that are ideal for families. Its guest facilities are second to none and include a huge lagoon style family swimming pool, a separate ‘Vahavu’ adult’s only pool facility, extensive water activities, complimentary 24 hour fitness centre, 2 flood lit tennis courts and an international standard golf training facility.

Dining is an integral part of any holiday and The Outrigger offers a selection of dining venues that are second to none. The resort’s 6 dining outlets offer a variety of cuisines to suit everyone’s tastes – from light snacks and lunch at the Takia Café to the daily changing buffet at Vale ni Kana, the Sundowner’s Pizza and grill menu to Baravi’s Indian and Asian menu options or Tapas from Vahavu Bistro. Then of course there is the Ivi Restaurant – the recipient of the AON Fiji Excellence in Tourism Award for Best Fine Dining Restaurant. Dining here is as much about the experience as it is the Pacific Continental cuisine and it is sure to be one of your holiday highlights.

The property has a wonderful Kids Club that offers a comprehensive daily activities program to suit children of all ages. It is also home to the hugely popular Meimei – a dedicated and highly trained nanny service which cares for infants and toddlers aged 6 months + for 8 hours a day for 4 days. Guests staying in a bure, suite or Deluxe Ocean View Room benefit from the “Talai” (butler) VIP service, which includes a welcome drink, personalised guest services, and complimentary sparkling wine and canapés personally delivered to your bure/room every afternoon.

Outrigger’s highly acclaimed mountaintop Bebe Spa features 8 treatment rooms, a fabulous array of indulgent treatments, the ‘Chill Out’ lounge and the Kalokalo bar – all offering breathtaking ocean views that guarantee that you return home relaxed and rejuvenated.

• Location: Coral Coast, approx 1 hr drive

• Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary ‘his and hers’ sulus and a locally produced

from Nadi Airport • 207 hotel rooms and 47 bures, all airconditioned and fan cooled

Fijian memento from the resort • Children’s Policy: Complimentary Kids

• 6 restaurants/cafés and 5 bars

Club

• 2 resort pools. Gym and Spa

for

• Flat screen TV in all rooms/bures

Meimei

• Charged WiFi throughout the resort

children 6 months + for 8 hours per

• Inclusions: Room only. Buffet breakfast

day (charged. Minimum 4 consecutive

• Occupancy: Max 3 adults or 2 adults/ children

U13

in

all

daily

3–12

(nanny)

from

years.

service

9am–9pm Professional

available

for

Levu days required). Children U13 yearsVanua dine

and full meal plans available 2

operates children

rooms/bures.

free (conditions apply). Family friendly

Taveuni

accommodation available

Family bures and suites accommodate up to 6 people Viti Levu

Kadavu

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The InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Price range: $150–$200 pp/pn Nestled amongst 35 acres of lush tropical gardens, The InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa is a contemporary luxury resort located on a ‘world’s best beach’. Featuring sophisticated accommodation with deluxe appointments, 4 restaurants, 2 bars, a Spa that encases you in serenity, kids club, wedding chapel and conference facilities, The InterContinental defines all that a tropical retreat should be. Adjacent to the resort, the Natadola Bay Championship Golf Course is Fiji’s first international competition standard par 72 course that boasts up to five tee positions on each hole, providing an enjoyable challenge to players of all skill levels. InterContinental fans will love this resort. Those who have never had the opportunity to visit an InterContinental should indulge in their first visit here, on what is arguably Fiji’s best known beach.

•L ocation: Natadola Beach. 45 minute drive from Nadi Airport • 271 hotel rooms/suites. All air conditioned and fan cooled

• Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary 60 minute couples ‘Yadra’massage • Children’s Policy: Planet Trekkers Kids Club operates daily in 3 sessions between

•4 restaurants and 2 bars

9am-10.30pm for children 4-7 years and

•4 resort pools. Gym & Spa

8-12 years at a rate of F$30 per child

• LCD TV, Bose CD Player, Docking Station

per session including 1 meal. Babysitting

and DVD available in all rooms/suites • Charged WiFi in guest rooms. Free WiFi in lobby and Karma Lounge • Inclusions: Breakfast daily. Meal plans not available

available (charged). Children U13 years eat free in Sanasana Restaurant for

Vanua Levu

breakfast, when dining with a paying adult. Family friendly accommodation

Taveuni

available

•O ccupancy: Max 4 adults or 2 adults/2 children U13 years in garden twin rooms only. 2 adults or 2 adults/1 child U13 in all

Viti Levu

other guestrooms and suites

Kadavu

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Club InterContinental at the InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Price range: $400–$450 pp/pn Club InterContinental, set high on the hill with sweeping panoramic views of stunning Natadola Bay, is a celebration of style where seasoned travellers are treated to a superior standard of hospitality through luxurious 1 and 2 bedroom suites and personalised services. Ensuring that every stay is an enriching experience, Club InterContinental offers exclusive privileges such as breakfast in the Lounge, butler service, afternoon high tea daily, sunset cocktails and canapés each evening and free WiFi. These teamed with its indulgent accommodation and access to the adjacent par 72 Natadola Bay Championship Golf Course, guarantees an elevated travel experience for all guests.

• Location: 45 mins drive from Nadi Airport

• Inclusions: Daily breakfast, afternoon tea,

• 55 x 1 & 2 bedroom air conditioned suites

non alcoholic beverages and 2 hours of

• 1 dining area (breakfast and afternoon tea

sunset cocktails and canapés served in the

daily) and 1 bar. Guests can utilise any of the main resorts restaurants/bars • 1 infinity pool and private plunge pools in all ground floor suites. Gym & Spa available at the main resort • LCD TV, Bose CD Player, iPod® connection and DVD available in all suites • Free WiFi in all suites and throughout

Club Lounge. Meal plans not available • Occupancy: Max 3 people in 1 bedroom suites. Max 5 people in 2 bedroom suites • Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary 60 minute couples ‘Yadra’ massage

Vanua Levu

• Children’s Policy: Club InterContinental does not accommodate children U12

Taveuni

years

the resort Viti Levu

Kadavu

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Nanuku Resort & Spa Price range: $400–$450 pp/pn Opened in April 2014, Nanuku is the latest addition to Fiji’s portfolio of luxury resorts. Located beachfront at Pacific Harbour, this all villa boutique resort provides discerning guests with a ‘holiday house’ style experience but with the convenience of a gourmet meal inclusive rate and pampering staff. Each expansive beachfront residence is stylishly decorated and comprises two villas, each with their own private pool and complimentary butler service from 8am to 9pm daily. Alternatively, there is the Vunikau Residence which offers four separate suites, each with private decks and 3 with plunge pools. With such a variety of accommodation options available and so much to do around Pacific Harbour, Nanuku is the perfect choice for multi generational families or small groups of friends travelling together.

• Location: Pacific Harbour. 2 hours drive

• Occupancy: Max 2 people in Suites, max

from Nadi Airport in a private car or a 20

8 people in Duplex Villa & max 9 people

minute flight to the local airstrip

in Grand Villa. Rooms can be booked to

• 6 Duplex Villas, 6 Grand Villas and 4 Suites, all air conditioned and fan cooled • 1 restaurant and 2 bars

accommodate larger groups with max 12 people in the Vunikau Residence and max 17 people in Beachfront Residence

• 1 resort pool at the Club House. All Villas

• Children’s Policy: Complimentary Kids

have private pools & 3 of the Suites have

Club operates daily from 8am–9pm for

plunge pools. Gym (with complimentary

children 0–13 years. Complimentary nanny Vanua Levu

personal trainer) & Spa.

for

• TV, iPod Dock, DVD & CD Players available

children

0-5

yrs.

Complimentary

‘buddy’ for children 6-13 years

Taveuni

in all rooms • Free WiFi throughout the resort • Inclusions: All meals & non-alcoholic bevs • Honeymoon Bonus: Free massage for two

Viti Levu

(1 hour) and bottle of sparkling wine

Kadavu

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Shangri-La’s Fijian Resort & Spa Price range: $150–$200 pp/pn The ever popular Shangri-La’s Fijian Resort & Spa epitomises the term ‘something for everyone’. Located exclusively on the beautiful 109 acre Yanuca Island, it is attached to the mainland by a causeway and features a 9 hole golf course, wedding chapel, Gym, 3 fresh water swimming pools, shopping arcade, 2 tennis courts, complimentary Kids Club, a variety of water sports and a turquoise lagoon beach that is swimmable in all tides. A traditional Fijian Village is the inspiration behind the resort layout and experience, and all of the 442 guest rooms feature water views. The ‘Chi’ Spa not only adds a pampering dimension to the resort but the adjacent oceanfront bures offer a decadent option for couples only in what is traditionally one of Fiji’s most popular family resorts.

• Location:

Coral

Coast.

1

hour

drive

from Nadi Airport • 442 air conditioned hotel rooms/suites and 10 bures • 6 restaurants and 3 bars • 3 resort pools. Gym and ‘Chi – the Spa at Shangri-La’

• Occupancy: Max 3 adults or 2 adults/2 children U17 years per hotel room. Premier Ocean Bures accommodate 2 adults only.

Deluxe Ocean Family Rooms accommodate 2 adults/3 children U17 years • Children’s Policy: Complimentary Kids Club operates daily from 9am–12pm

• TV in all rooms/suites

and 1pm–5pm for children 4–12 years.

• Free broadband internet in accommodation.

Babysitting available (charged). Children

Free WiFi in hot spots throughout the resort

U12 years dine free when dining from

• Inclusions: Buffet breakfast daily

Vanua Levu buffet restaurants with a paying adult

• Honeymoon Bonus: N/A

(conditions apply). Family friendly

Taveuni

accommodation

Viti Levu

Kadavu

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The Warwick Fiji Price range: $150–$200 pp/pn The Warwick has one of the best non tidal beaches on the Coral Coast, making it ideal for people wanting to snorkel directly off shore at any time. This popular Coral Coast resort has undergone a full refurbishment and is looking better than ever! Guest rooms are well appointed and feature their own private balcony with either sweeping mountain or ocean views. A wonderful variety of dining options are available in house and a dinner at the Wicked Walu (located on its own private island) is a must. With a vast array of guest activities and competitive pricing, the Warwick is well suited to couples of all ages and is very popular for wedding groups.

• Location: Coral Coast. 1 hour 30 min drive from Nadi Airport • 248 air conditioned hotel rooms and suites • 5 restaurants and 7 bars • 2 resort pools including an adult only pool (Suva wing). Gym & Spa • LCD TV in all rooms. DVD player in Suites/ Warwick Deluxe rooms only • Charged WiFi in guest accommodation and throughout the resort • Inclusions: Buffet breakfast daily. Warwick

• Occupancy: Max 3 adults or 2 adults/2 children U12 per room. Max 2 adults only in Warwick Deluxe rooms • Honeymoon Bonus: Welcome amenity on arrival • Children’s Policy: Complimentary Kids Club operates from 9am-9pm daily, for children 3– 12 years. Babysitting available Levu (charged). Children U12 years dine Vanua free

from kids buffet and/or from kids menu at

Taveuni

selected restaurants (conditions apply)

Deluxe and Suites feature access to the Warwick Executive Lounge for continental breakfast / afternoon tea / pre dinner

Viti Levu

drinks & canapés (guests aged 18 years +)

Kadavu

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Fiji Hideaway Resort & Spa This 3.5 star resort offers its guests great value with many facilities that you would

$100–$150 pp/pn

• Location: Coral Coast. 90 minutes drive from

• Honeymoon Bonus: Bottle of sparkling wine and fruit platter in bure on arrival (min 3

Nadi Airport

expect to find in a much larger resort

• 115 air conditioned bures

complex, at a very competitive price. With a

• 5 restaurants/cafés and 2 bars

variety of stylish bure style accommodation

• 1 resort pool with waterslide. Gym & Spa

and playground operates daily in 3 sessions

set in tropical gardens overlooking the coral

• Bures are free of electronic entertainment

(9.30am-12pm; 1pm-5pm; and 6pm-8.30pm)

lagoon, an extensive selection of guest

• WiFi throughout the resort – complimentary

for children 4 – 12 years. Babysitting available Vanua Levu

activities, nightly entertainment, waterslide,

nights required) • Children’s Policy: Complimentary Kids Club

access provided to 1 device per bure

tennis court, tour desk, Kids Club and very

• Inclusions: Buffet breakfast daily and use of

personable staff it appeals to both couples

all non motorised watersports. ‘All Inclusive’

of all ages and families. It is also a great

rates also available (incl. meals and limited

resort option for experienced surfers, but be warned... the reef break is not for novices!

from F$10 per hour. Children U13 years

Taveuni

dine free (conditions apply). Family friendly accommodation available

beverages) • Occupancy: Max 3 people per bure. Max 4

Viti Levu

adults or 2 adults/3 children in 2 bedroom bure

Kadavu

Wananavu – The Real Fiji Located away from the traditionally popular tourist areas on Fiji’s Sunshine Coast,

$150–$200 pp/pn

• Location: Near Rakiraki. 2 hour 15 minute

• Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary fruit basket and bottle of sparkling wine (min stay

drive north of Nadi Airport

Wananavu is a hidden gem! This bure only

• 34 air conditioned and fan cooled bures

resort offers guests an intimate holiday

• 1 restaurant and 1 bar

experience complete with modern, tastefully

• 1 resort pool & Spa

children year round however they do not

decorated accommodation and a variety

• Bures are free of electronic entertainment

offer a Kids Club. Charged babysitting is

of activities including highly acclaimed

• Charged WiFi throughout the resort

available

snorkelling and diving, at an affordable price.

• Inclusions: Breakfast daily

It is the perfect choice for those seeking a

• Occupancy: Max 2 adults/1 child U12 years in

romantic, boutique holiday experience with

1 bedroom bures. Max 4 people in 2 bedroom

the convenience of a mainland location.

bures

4 nights) • Children’s Policy: Wananavu welcomes Vanua Levu

Viti Levu

Kadavu

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Taveuni

Vanua Levu

Yasawa Islands

Taveuni

Outer Islands Mamanuca Islands

Viti Levu

Kadavu

Some of Fiji’s most popular and beautiful resorts are found on some of its smallest Islands. Each are unique in their own way and with such a variety available, it is easy to find one that fits your holiday requirements and budget.

Prefer to be closer to the main island?

Consider then the Mamanuca Island Resorts.

There are both family friendly and couples only resorts located throughout this island chain and one is sure to suit you. Looking for an experience that’s a little more remote and off the beaten tourist track? Consider the Outer or Yasawa Islands where intimate resorts are found in exquisite locations.

Ideally suited to people who appreciate beautiful beaches, want to explore the majestic colours of a vibrant underwater world and who are seeking a more authentic Fijian experience, Island Resorts have a limited number of bures but boundless warmth and charm..

Photo Courtesy of Lomani Island Resort

T H E I S L A N D S

Castaway Island, Fiji Price range: $300–$350 pp/pn Castaway Island is everything you dream your island resort will be. Long stretches of soft white sand beaches fringe a turquoise lagoon abundant with colourful fish and vibrant coral reefs. Freestanding thatched bures are nestled among richly coloured tropical gardens laden with palm trees, hibiscus and the sweet aroma of blooming frangipani. Fresh seasonal produce from both local and international suppliers are bought to your table, bursting with flavour. And you are greeted with a heart felt BULA from your waiter to the gardeners, and everyone in between.

This exceptionally well maintained private island resort is one of the most popular in the country, and it is easy to see why. Operated by Outrigger Resorts from April 2014 and located on 174 acres, it is the perfect choice for romantic couples with or without children. The air conditioned bures all feature traditional vaulted tapa lined ceilings, garden or ocean facing patios and a spacious, elegant design. Guest activities abound including snorkelling off the beach, PADI Five Star Gold Palm diving, surfing trips, catamarans, kayaks, windsurfers, parasailing, hand line fishing, speedboat dolphin safaris, champagne island hops and more. Or of course you can just while away the afternoon lying beside the one of the two swimming pools – one designated as a quiet area with Jacuzzi and swim up bar.

Family is a cherished concept on Castaway. Children are tended to by caring staff at its legendary Kids Club which is open daily from 9am – 10pm. Dedicated children’s dining times, activities and the family pool with its custom built Fijian ‘waterfall’ and the neighbouring Nuku Marau Grill (offering a variety of Asian and Polynesian inspired cuisine) provide families with the opportunity to spend quality time together.

Castaway is a place where ‘time’ is rediscovered – time to enjoy loved ones and time to meet new friends. We recommend that you book early as this resort is very popular.

• Location: Mamanuca Islands. Accessed by

• Honeymoon Bonus: A bottle of sparkling

launch, water taxi, seaplane or helicopter

wine, 2 Castaway sulus and a Dolphin

• 64 freestanding air conditioned and fan

Safari island hop excursion for 2 people

cooled bures including 1 x Family Beach

(conditions apply)

Bure with 3 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms

• Children’s Policy: Complimentary Kids

and 1 x 2 bedroom/2 bathroom bure

Club operates daily from 9am–4.30pm

(online Apr 15)

and

6.30pm-10pm

for

children

3–12

• 3 restaurants and 4 bars

years. Babysitting available (charged).

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• 1 adult pool and 1 family pool. Massage

Children U3 years dine free. Family friendly

facilities available

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accommodation available (charged).

• Bures are free of electronic entertainment • Free WiFi in 3 bars (Lali, Nuku Marau and Sundowner) or at the Internet Alcove at the front office

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• Inclusions: Room only. Meal plan available • Occupancy: Max 4 people per bure.

Limited number of bures accommodate 5 people. 2 Bedroom Bure will accommodate

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up to 6 people and the Family beach bure accommodates up to 10

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Likuliku Lagoon Resort Price range: $550–$600 pp/pn Likuliku Lagoon Resort exudes understated luxury. A multi-award winning, unique resort of relaxed refinement, its design is loyal to traditional Fijian architecture, whilst complimented by contemporary décor and amenities. Accommodation options range from Fiji’s only Over-Water Bures to Deluxe Beachfront Bures with their own private plunge pools to the elegant Beachfront and Garden Bures each with private courtyard and outdoor showers, ocean facing deck and daybed retreat. The resort’s hub is built in the design of a traditional Fijian Canoe House with towering ceilings and open design, and is home to the resort’s signature restaurant, ‘Fijiana’. Dining at Likuliku is a true pleasure with daily-changing, a la carte menus in a mini degustation style to suit the climate. Activities are plentiful for those so inclined, and there is the relaxing Tatadra Spa for those who are not. Likuliku is a place where the mind and body are rejuvenated, and a holiday here really is one of life’s great indulgences!

• Location: Mamanuca Islands. Accessed by launch, water taxi, seaplane or helicopter

or

private

speedboat

transfers

(conditions apply).

• 45 air conditioned and fan cooled bures

• Occupancy: Max 2 adults per bure

• 1 restaurant and 2 bars

• Honeymoon

Bonus:

Complimentary

• 1 resort pool and private plunge pools

bottle of sparkling wine and fruit platter

located in the 18 deluxe beachfront bures.

(3-4 night stay) or complimentary bottle

Gym & Spa

of Veuve Clicquot Champagne and a 1

• LCD Monitor, DVD, CD player and Docking • Free WiFi in all bures, at Masima Island &

Bar,

hour aromatic couples massage (min 5 night stay). Conditions apply

Station and

in

Reception

with

two

Vanua Levu

• Children’s Policy: Likuliku does not

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accommodate children U17 years

internet stations • Inclusions:

All

meals,

non-motorised

water sports, daily amenities. Return complimentary

helicopter,

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seaplane

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Malolo Island, Fiji Price range: $250–$300 pp/pn Located on a golden sand beach, Malolo Island Resort delivers everything you expect from an Island holiday… and more. This is a little piece of paradise where worldly distractions like TV, computers and telephones are replaced with days spent enjoying the company of those you love. Plantation style duplex bures reminiscent of the colonial era feature well appointed, contemporary décor that provide spaciousness and rustic elegance. The newly built restaurant and lounge complex serves the freshest of cuisine in the resort’s 2 feature restaurants whilst the pool bar offers a more casual dining experience. An indulgent rainforest spa massages away your real world worries and the complimentary Kids Club entertains your children daily. With a raft of guest activities available this delightful Fijian owned resort is sure to please.

• Location: Mamanuca Islands. Accessed by launch, water taxi or seaplane • 46 air conditioned and fan cooled bures including 4 oversized Family Bures • 3 restaurants (1 for guests 13 years+) & 3 bars

people in the Family Bures • Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine and fruit platter, Sunset Cruise and a 1 hour aromatic couples massage (min stay 5 nights+. Cond apply) • Children’s Policy: Complimentary Kids

• 2 resort pools (1 adult only). Spa

Club operates daily from 9am-9pm for

• Bures are free of electronic entertainment

children aged 4-12 years. Babysitting

• Free WiFi in the public areas

available (charged). 2 children U13 years

• Inclusions: Room only. Meal plans available.

dine free (min stay 5 nights. Conditions

Guests staying 5 nights + receive either

apply). Family friendly accommodation

spa, water sports or food and beverage

available

Vanua Levu

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credit valued at F$200 or 2 kids U13 years eat free (conditions apply)

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•O ccupancy: Max 4 people in Oceanview or Deluxe Oceanview bures. Limited number of Deluxe Oceanview Bures take 2 adults/3 children U12 yrs. Max 2 adults

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in the Tadra (honeymoon) Bures. Max 7

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Tokoriki Island Resort Price range: $350–$400 pp/pn Tokoriki exudes relaxed, casual luxury. You are greeted on arrival with a heart felt BULA and the genuine friendliness expressed by the staff at that moment continues throughout your stay. Lifelong friends are made during sunset cocktails when couples reappear from their daily pursuits with impassioned stories of underwater wonders discovered whilst snorkelling, private picnics on deserted beaches, hours serenely whiled away at the Spa, kayaking adventures and diving remote pristine reefs.

Situated on the northern most island in the Mamanuca group, this is an intimate boutique couple’s resort that provides guests with a beautifully romantic island experience. Each of the freestanding Beach Bures are located along the shoreline, offering uninterrupted views over the turquoise lagoon. The recently added Beachfront Pool Bures combine the interior style of the Beachfront Bures with the added extravagance of a private pool and large decked area. And for those who are seeking both greater seclusion and even more luxury, the contemporary designed Sunset Pool Villas feature a separate bedroom and living area, terrace, private horizon edge pool and pool cabana with day bed to laze away the afternoon overlooking the ocean.

Tokoriki’s great strength is that it is one of the most affordable ‘luxury boutique couples only’ resorts in Fiji. They have successfully fused traditional Fijian designed accommodation with contemporary amenities that are as simple as they are elegant, and the result is a barefoot luxury experience that is truly romantic. If your budget permits, take an air transfer in at least 1 direction to Tokoriki – the flight over the Mamanuca Islands is stunning and it maximises your time on this beautiful piece of paradise! The addition of the hillside Spa and the Teppanyaki Bar have added to the appeal of this beautiful resort, and a visit is a must for couples of all ages.

•L ocation: Northern Mamanuca Islands.

Accessed

by

launch,

water

taxi,

• Occupancy:

Max 3 adults in both

Beachfront Bures and Beachfront Pool Bures. Max 2 adults in Sunset Pool Villas

seaplane or helicopter • 18 Beach Bures, 8 Beachfront Pool Bures and 8 Sunset Pool Villas, all air

• Honeymoon

Bonus:

basket in bure on arrival (min 3 night stay)

conditioned and fan cooled • 1 restaurant, 1 Teppanyaki Bar and 1 bar • 2 resort pools, private pools in the 8

• Children’s Policy: Tokoriki does not accommodate children aged U16 Vanua years Levu

Sunset Pool Villas and 8 Beachfront

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Pool Bures. Spa available • Bures/villas

are

free

of

Complimentary

bottle of French sparkling wine and gift

electronic

entertainment •F ree WiFi in the lobby area • Inclusions: Afternoon tea daily. Meal

Viti Levu

plans available

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Vomo Island Resort Price range: $700–$750 pp/pn Vomo Island Resort is located on a privately owned 225 acre tropical island fringed by a beautiful white sand beach. Its contemporary designed villas, extensive guest facilities and incredible attention to luxurious detail make it not only popular with couples seeking a romantic getaway, but also with discerning families. As the most up market boutique resort in the Mamanuca group that welcomes children year round, it features complimentary use of a purpose built Kids Village House and interconnecting villas to guarantee family comfort, as well as incredibly decadent 3 and 4 bedroom villas with their own pools ideally suited to larger families, small family groups or friends travelling together. A significant renovation to all accommodation is scheduled for early 2015 ensuring that the high standards this property has enjoyed over the years are not only maintained, but surpassed.

Food is an important part of any holiday and on Vomo it is given enormous attention. The result is a standard of cuisine normally found in fine restaurants, made from the freshest ingredients, and very contented and delighted guests. Conveniently located only 12 minutes by air from Nadi Airport, it features a 9 hole par 3 golf course, flood lit tennis court, well equipped gym, new (June 14) decadent Spa, extremely well equipped PADI Dive Centre and a myriad of water sports to keep the most active guests of all ages entertained. Vomo is a truly beautiful resort and has a relaxed atmosphere that ideally you could bottle and take home with you.

•L ocation: Mamanuca Islands. Accessed by

• Honeymoon Bonus: Romantic turndown

helicopter, water taxi, launch or seaplane

on first evening, bottle of Chandon Brut

• 28 Villas including 7 Hillside, 19 Beachfront

on arrival (replacing bottle of wine) and

Villas and 2 Beachfront Retreats. 1 x 3

Honeymoon

bedroom Royal Villa and 1 x 4 bedroom

private candle lit dinner (conditions apply)

luxury Residence, all fan cooled and

Indulgent

Experience

• Children’s Policy: Children under 4 yrs dine free. Vomo offers a 5 star, purpose

air conditioned • 1 restaurant and 2 bars

built, air conditioned Kids Village with a

• 1 resort pool. Private pools located in Royal

large outdoor play area. The Kids Village

Villa and Residence. Gym & Spa • CD players with iPod® connection in all

is complimentary and operates daily in sessions between 9am–9pm and is

villas. LCD Monitor/DVD in 3 bedroom and

supervised by carers. Children U4 years

4 bedroom villas only

require supervision from either a Baby

•F ree WiFi throughout the resort

Butler or a parent/guardian when visiting

• Inclusions:

the area. The Kids Village is open for Kids

All

–

meals,

non-alcoholic

beverages including mini bar, arrival bottle

and their parents to dine on the village

of wine and fruit, daily laundry service,

deck each evening of their stay. Baby

non-motorised water sports and sunset

sitting (butlers) available (charged) and

canapés in the bar

family friendly accommodation is available

•O ccupancy: Max 3 adults or 2 adults/2 Vanua Levu

children U15 years per villa. Max 6 people in Royal Villa. Max 8 people in the Residence

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Royal Davui Island Resort Price range: $700–$750 pp/pn It’s the view from your Vale (‘home’ in Fijian) that initially takes your breath away. As you look out from your spacious deck into the endless blue of the ocean, broken only by the distant silhouette of the verdant Beqa Island, you realise that you have found an island paradise that exists in only a handful of places in the world. Royal Davui rises out of the crystal clear Beqa Lagoon and redefines laid back luxury. It provides romantic couples with ‘the best of both worlds’ - enough genuine care and warmth that the staff will know you by name, whilst maintaining the privacy and freedom to be secluded in your own tropical oasis. Its 16 exquisitely appointed, air-conditioned vales are nestled around the islands 10 acres of lush tropical gardens, each with a separate living area to relax in, a decadently romantic bedroom to wake up in and an enormous deck with stone plunge pool to while away your days in, soaking up the million dollar views.

Gourmet menus are included in the nightly tariff and vary daily using fresh, seasonal ingredients. Enjoy a long, lazy lunch under the Banyan Tree or take a picnic lunch to a private beach. Be spoilt with a romantic in-room dining experience or share delicious culinary creations and stories of your day’s pursuits with new friends.

This private island offers guests a myriad of activities. Sail, snorkel or scuba dive off the beach, explore world renowned nearby reefs, surf Fiji’s famous Frigates Passage or go deep sea angling. Visit a local village, take a day tour to play golf, go zip-lining or white water rafting. Or for something less strenuous, indulge in a massage. Either way this boutique resort offers guests a unique holiday experience in a stunning region of Fiji. If the tides permit, we suggest you request a private picnic on the sandbar as there may never be another time in your life where you get the opportunity to be on a pristine white sand beach literally in the middle of the ocean with absolutely nothing and no one else in sight.

• Location: Private island near Beqa Island.

• Occupancy: Max 2 adults in Island, Deluxe

Accessed by plane to Pacific Harbour

and Davui Suite Vales. Max 3 adults in

followed by a 35 minute water taxi or • 16 air

conditioned

and

Premium Vales • Honeymoon

helicopter ex Nadi Airport fan

cooled

Bonus:

Private

(min 6 night stay required)

hillside Vales

dining

experience and a bottle of sparkling wine Vanua Levu

• Children’s Policy: Royal Davui does not

• 1 restaurant and 1 bar • 1 resort pool. Heated private plunge

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accommodate children U15 years

pools located in every Vale. Fitness Centre & Spa • Docking Station in all Vales Viti Levu

• Free WiFi in all Vales and public areas • Inclusions:

All

meals

daily

and

non

motorised activities Kadavu

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Matamanoa Island Resort Price range: $150–$200 pp/pn This picturesque couple’s only island resort embodies the very concept of a Fijian island paradise. A beautiful white sand beach lined by swaying palm trees, spacious thatched bures and villas featuring contemporary amenities, private plunge pools and stunning ocean views, and a social bar and restaurant where new friendships are made at cocktail hour. Not to mention incredibly friendly staff that welcome you to the resort as if it were their home. Exceptionally good value, Matamanoa’s accommodation varies from refurbished Resort View hotel rooms for the more budget conscious through to the newly refurbished (March ‘15) Beachfront Bures to the luxurious Beachfront Villas opened in 2013.

This friendly little resort is a true gem and extremely popular. We strongly recommend you book early to avoid disappointment.

• Location: Northern Mamanuca Islands.

Accessed by launch, water taxi or helicopter

• Inclusions: Continental buffet breakfast and afternoon tea daily. Meal plans available

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• Occupancy: Max 2 adults in Gardenview

Beachfront Bures and 9 Beachfront Villas,

Resort Rooms and 3 adults in Beachfront

• 13 Gardenview

Resort

Rooms,

all air conditioned • 1 restaurant and 1 bar

Bures and Villas • Honeymoon Bonus: Bottle of sparkling

• 1 resort pool and private plunge pools in all

wine, fruit basket and a hand carved

Villas and Beachfront Bures (from Apr 15).

wooden plaque with guests first names

Hillside Spa • iPod® Dock in Beachfront Villas only • WiFi ‘hot spots’ located throughout the

engraved in room/bure on arrival • Children’s Policy: Matamanoa does not accommodate children aged U16 years

resort and a guest computer located in the

Vanua Levu

front office (charged)

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Dolphin Island Price range: $1800–$1850 pp/pn Dolphin Island is a stunning private 14-acre island tropical paradise, located just a short cruise off Viti Levu’s Sunshine Coast. Set amidst lush tropical gardens and surrounded by crystal-clear waters, it offers the ultimate luxury retreat to those seeking total relaxation and privacy. With accommodation for a maximum of just eight people at any given time, Dolphin Island is available only on an exclusive-use basis. Stunningly appointed and styled for guest comfort, it offers tropical living at its best. Warm and friendly Fijian staff cater to your every need and a standard bar, all delicious meals and return private vehicle and launch transfers from Nadi Airport are included within the tariff. Dolphin Island is surrounded by an aquatic playground and located within one of the finest diving regions in Fiji. Sea kayaks, a hobie catamaran and snorkelling equipment are available for the use of guests seeking adventure and for those not wanting to stir far from home – the infinity pool and the daybeds nearby are a perfect alternative. Offering a uniquely bespoke experience, this Huka Retreat resort is the ideal choice for couples seeking total seclusion, extended family groups or couples wishing to travel together.

• Location: Private 14 acre Island off Viti

• Occupancy: Max 2 people per bure suite

Levu near Raki Raki. Accessed by vehicle,

• Honeymoon Bonus: N/A

seaplane or helicopter

• Children’s Policy: Children are welcome

• 4 air conditioned bures suites (sold as an

at the resort, however the resort does not

Island Charter)

offer

a

Kids

facilities available

• 1 restaurant and bar

Club.

Babysitting Vanua Levu

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• 1 resort swimming pool. Massage facilities available • TV, iPod ® Dock, CD and DVD players available in the main resort bure • Free WiFi available in the main bure • Inclusions:

All

meals

and

Viti Levu

standard

beverages Kadavu

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Yasawa Island Resort & Spa Price range: $600–$650 pp/pn The essence of what has made Yasawa Island Resort and Spa one of the most popular boutique resorts for so many years is its oversized beachfront bures, the natural beauty of its spectacular setting, its welcoming staff and the relaxing warmth that washes over you on arrival.

The resort’s contemporary designed main bure/restaurant pavilion and beachfront bar showcase Yasawa’s most enduring feature – its spectacular stretch of private white sand beach. Its stylishly designed bures blend modern comfort and amenities with traditional Fijian architecture and privacy ensuring an indulgent guest experience. With its stunning beachfront Spa facility, 11 private white sand beaches and casually elegant dining/bar area, Yasawa is a unique paradise that has guests returning again and again.

• Location:

Northern

Yasawa

Islands.

Accessed by scheduled daily plane service • 18 air conditioned and fan cooled bures including 1 x 2 bedroom bure and 1 deluxe honeymoon bure ‘Lomalagi’

• Honeymoon

Bonus:

Complimentary

bottle of Champagne (min 4 night stay).

Stay 6 pay 5 bonus applies to bonafide honeymooners staying 6 nights + • Children’s Policy: Children U12 years

• 1 beachfront restaurant and bar

are welcome during ‘family times’

• 1 resort pool, 2 plunge pools at the Baravi

only (extended periods surrounding

Spa and private pool at Lomalagi. Spa

school holidays). During this period

• iPod ® dock in all accommodation

a complimentary activity program

• Free WiFi in main Pavillion

operates from 9am-4pm and 7pm – 9pm.

• Inclusions: All meals, snacks, non alcoholic

Babysitting available outside of these

beverages and most activities • Occupancy: Max 3 adults or 2 adults/3

hours (charged). Children’s/Family dinner takes place at 5.30pm

children U12 years in Deluxe Beachfront

Vanua Levu

Taveuni

bures. Max 2 adults/2 children U12 years in Bure Suites. Max 2 adults in ‘Lomalagi’.

Max 4 adults/4 children U12 years in the 2 Bedroom Bure

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Tropica Island Resort Price range: $150–$200 pp/pn Tropica Island Resort is Fiji’s newest boutique island resort located in the popular Mamanuca group. Opened in May 2013 and with only 30 Beachfront Bures, Suites and Resort Rooms it is has been created for couples who want to escape the their frantic everyday lives and totally switch off for a well earned break. On arrival you will be greeted by their friendly staff with a truly Fijian welcome as they serenade you on to the island. Enroute to check-in you will pass the spectacular infinity pool where guests can while away the hours with a good book and a drink or just enjoy the magnificent outlook across the turquoise lagoon waters. The air conditioned bures and suites all have beautifully hand crafted Fijian furnishings which are made on the island, and also boast stunning outdoor river-rock showers. Take some time to sit on your verandah swing chair and watch the world go by – recharging yourself in preparation for your return to the “real world”. The resort rooms are set to the back of the resort and offer a great alternative for those wanting a romantic Island experience on a budget. As Tropica does not accommodate children under 16 years of age you can be sure your stay will be as restful or activity filled as you would like. Swim, snorkel, go out on the hobie cat or enjoy a relaxing Spa. The choice is yours!

• Location: Mamanuca Islands. Accessed by launch, water taxi or seaplane • 14 Resort Rooms, 12 Beachfront Bures & 4 Beachfront Suites, all air conditioned

• Occupancy: Max 2 people in Resort Rooms, 3 people in Beachfront Bure & 4 people in Beachfront Suite • Honeymoon Bonus: Breakfast served in

• 2 restaurants and 2 bars

bure with bottle of sparkling wine (first

• 1 resort pool and Spa

morning only), souvenir carved name

• Bures & Suites have iPod docks • Free WiFi in the main resort areas (including around pool, reception & in the

plaque & 2 Tropica Island Resort sulusVanua Levu • Children’s

Policy:

Tropica

does

not

Taveuni

accommodate children U16 years

main restaurant) • Inclusions: Room only. Meal plan available Viti Levu

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Lomani Island Resort

$200–$250 pp/pn

Lomani guests experience the best of both

•L ocation: Malololailai - Mamanuca Islands.

• Inclusions: Cooked breakfast daily. Meal plans

worlds! This intimate couples’ only resort

Accessed by launch, water taxi, seaplane

available. Daily wash and fold laundry service &

is located on a beautiful stretch of beach,

or helicopter

just a short stroll from the other Malololailai Resorts,

and

their

restaurants

and

a great selection of complimentary tours

• 10 hotel style suites and 14 beachfront bures,

• Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary bottle of

• 1 restaurant and 1 bar

Complimentary

• 1 resort pool. Gym and Spa

including

a

weekly Dolphin Safari add great value to the guest experience. At 65 sq meters and

max 2 adults in Beachfront Bures

all air conditioned and fan cooled

extensive land and water based facilities. excursions

• Occupancy: Max 3 adults in hotel suites and

sparkling wine, fruit basket and 2 sulus

• TV, CD and DVD in all suites/bures. Docking

Vanua Levu

• Children’s Policy: Lomani does not

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accommodate children U16 years

Station in beachfront bures

featuring indoor/outdoor showers and large

• Charged WiFi throughout the resort and

sundecks, the beachfront bures are the

charged public internet facilities in the lobby

perfect choice for those looking for a little

(also charged)

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extra indulgence on their romantic holiday.

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Toberua Island Resort

$200–$250 pp/pn Accessed

• Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary bottle

makers to Fiji. Following an extensive

by vehicle and launch from Suva city or

of sparkling wine, 2 sulus and 2 x 30 minute

refurbishment

Nausori Airport

Toberua is a long time favourite of holiday program

and

constant

• Location:

Lomaiviti

islands.

massage treatments (min 5 nights) • Children’s Policy: Toberua welcomes

improvement, this little Fijian island resort is

• 1 x 3 Bedroom Family Bure, 2 Tropical, 11

in fabulous shape with great food, attentive

Deluxe and 2 Premium Oceanfront Bures, all

children year round however they do not

service, a really lovely beach, great selection

fan cooled

operate a Kids Club. Babysitting available

of activities (including its famous low tide

• 1 restaurant and 1 bar

(charged). Max 3 children U16 years transfer

golf course) and extremely welcoming

• 1 resort pool. Gym and Spa available

free from Suva city or Nausori Airport

staff. Given its size, it is the perfect choice

• Bures are free of electronic entertainment

for people wishing to hire out an island

• Charged WiFi available in the public areas

exclusively

• Inclusions: Room only. Meal plans available

for

themselves

to

holiday

with friends, or to celebrate a wedding or special occasion.

• Occupancy: Max 4 adults or 4 adults/6

Vanua Levu

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children U16 in Family Bure

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Plantation Island Resort Plantation Island offers a fun, active and affordable Fiji island experience to couples of all ages, young adults and families. A variety of accommodation options, 3 restaurants,

$100–$150 pp/pn

• Location: Mamanuca Islands. Accessed by

• Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine, fruit basket and 2 sulus in

launch, water taxi, seaplane or helicopter • 109 hotel rooms and 99 bures, all air

room/bure on arrival (3 nt min) • Children’s

conditioned and fan cooled

Policy:

Complimentary

Kids

a well stocked mini supermarket, 9 hole golf

• 3 restaurants, coffee outlet and 2 bars

Club

course and an extensive array of water based

• 3 resort pools. Massage facilities

years and teens 12–16 years. Babysitting

activities including complimentary water

• Accommodation

park for kids U16 years, make this 3.5 star

entertainment

is

free

of

electronic

operates

daily

for

children

4–12

available (charged). Up to 2 children U12 receive free Malolo Cat transfers and dine

resort fabulous value for money. When you

• Charged WiFi throughout the resort

free (conditions apply). Family friendly

team this with its great location on a beautiful

• Inclusions: Room only. Meal plans available

accommodation available

white sand lagoon beach, it is guaranteed

• Occupancy:

to please.

Max

5–8

people

Vanua Levu

Taveuni

per

accommodation depending on category Viti Levu

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Mana Island Resort & Spa

$100–$150 pp/pn

the

• Location: Mamanuca Islands. Accessed by

Mamanuca group, Mana is a great all round

launch, water taxi, seaplane and helicopter

resort. With both family friendly and couples

• 32 hotel rooms and 120 bures, all air

Located

on

the

largest

island

in

only accommodation to suit all budgets, a

conditioned

• Honeymoon Bonus: 2x Mana Island Sulus • Children’s Policy: Kids Club operates daily for childred aged 3–12 years charged at F$25 per child per stay. Crèche open daily

vast array of land and water based activities,

• 2 restaurants, a kiosk & 5 bars

from 9am – 9pm daily for toddlers U3 years

Kids

• 2 resort pools & Spa

(charged). Max 2 children per family U13

• CD available in Honeymoon and Beachfront

dine free (min stay 5 nights. Conditions

Club,

idyllic

beachfront

wedding

chapel, two restaurants and a tranquil Spa, its extensive facilities and size allows

Bures only

everyone’s travel expectations to be met.

• Charged WiFi in public area ‘hotspots’

Featuring four of the loveliest beaches found

• Inclusions: Room only. Meal plans available.

in the region, a holiday at this well priced

• Occupancy: Max 2 adults in Beachfront and

resort will long be remembered as one of

Honeymoon bures. Max 2 adults/2 child U16

your favourites.

in Ocean View Hotel Rooms. Max 2 adults/3

Vanua Levu

apply). Family friendly accommodation

Viti Levu

child U16 years in all other categories

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Musket Cove Island Resort & Marina Price range: $200–$250 pp/pn At Musket Cove you’ll find the pace of life smooth and unhurried. Constantly improving, this extremely well maintained resort offers 55 villas and bures located throughout beautifully landscaped gardens and with 400 acres of rolling hills and palm fringed beaches to explore, you are guaranteed to never feel crowded. With a fabulous pool area including swim up bar, great dining options headed by renowned chef Peter Becker, a wide variety of guest activities, the newly built Musket Cove Yacht Club (one of the friendliest bars in the country frequented by passing yachties) and over 150 staff to look after you, Musket is sure to tick all your holiday boxes.

• Location: Mamanuca Islands. Accessed by launch, water taxi, seaplane or helicopter

• Inclusions: Buffet breakfast daily. Meal plans available

• 33 Garden, Lagoon and Beachfront bures.

• Occupancy: Max 3 people in Garden,

16 x 2 bedroom Villas. All air conditioned

Lagoon and Beachfront Bures. Max 4

and fan cooled

people in Island villas. Max 5 people in

• 1 restaurant, a café, The Trader (a well stocked general store) and 2 bars. The

Garden Villas • Honeymoon

available for guest use and BBQ packs are

turndown on first night and 2 resort sulus

romantic

in room on arrival accommodates children year round, it

• 2 resort pools and Spa stations

wine,

Levu • Children’s Policy: Whilst Musket Vanua Cove

some accommodation • Docking

sparkling

Complimentary

bottle

sold via the café. Self catering facilities in

of

Bonus:

Musket Cove Yacht Club has BBQ’s

throughout.

LCD

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does not offer a Kids Club.

Monitors and DVD players in all villas • Free WiFi ‘hot spots’ in public areas.

Charged WiFi in accommodation.

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Treasure Island Resort This popular island is located in the middle of a marine sanctuary which is easily accessed

$200–$250 pp/pn

• Location: Mamanuca Islands. Accessed by

• Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine, fruit platter and 2 Treasure

launch, water taxi or helicopter

from the mainland by launch, making it

• 68 air conditioned bures

a convenient resort holiday for couples

• 1 restaurant, deli and a tepanyaki table. 1 bar

and families alike. Extensively refurbished

• 1 resort pool. Spa available

available daily from 9am-12pm, 2pm-4pm and

throughout 2013, it re-opened looking better

• Bures are free of electronic entertainment

6.30pm-9pm for children 3 years +. Children

than ever. The bures offer the flexibility of

• Charged WiFi internet access available

U12 years dine free from Special Kids Menu

interconnecting

accommodation

perfect

Island Sulus’s in bure on arrival (min 3 nt) • Children’s Policy: Complimentary Kids Club

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at special times when parent purchases full

throughout resort

for larger families, and a myriad of both

• Inclusions: Room only. Meal plans available

meal plan. Babysitting available (charged).

water based and land activities (including

• Occupancy: Max 3 adults or 2 adults/2

Family friendly accommodation available

a tennis court) ensure that active guests

children U12 years per bure

are entertained.

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uniQue Charters

Price on Application

Explore pristine beaches and exquisite

aboard this high performance catamaran is

untouched marine reefs and visit the remote

quite simply, unique!

villages of the Mananuca and Yasawa Islands

• Location:

Based

• Itinerary: uniQue is a chartered vessel and sails mainly around the Mamanuca and

at

Denarau

Marina,

aboard the luxury 16.3 m sailing Cataraman

uniQue sails through the Mamanuca and

uniQue. This 4 berth vessel comes complete

Yasawa Islands

Yasawa Islands. Can be chartered for certain activities (surfing, diving or deep sea fishing) • Honeymoon Bonus: N\A • Children’s Policy: uniQue accommodates

with all the trimmings one would expect on

• 4 double air conditioned cabins

a yacht of this calibre. Featuring a roomy

• Private onboard Chef prepares all meals

children

outdoor deck and covered cockpit table,

• iPod ® Dock, CD and LCD TV for DVD only

full responsibility

bean bag laden foredeck to soak up the

• Free WiFi throughout vessel

tranquil sunshine as well as a spacious air

• Inclusions: All meals and non alcoholic

conditioned saloon, it offers the highest

any

age

at

the

parents

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beverages

standard of amenities throughout. With a 4m

• Occupancy: Max 8 guests onboard

tender, stand up paddleboards, snorkelling

• Complimentary Activities: snorkelling gear,

gear and access to some of Fiji’s best surfing,

of

paddle boards and fishing gear

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diving and fishing locations, a holiday

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NORTHERN ISLANDS & CRUISING

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If you are seeking a holiday experience that takes you off the traditional tourist trail, then visiting Fiji’s outlying regions may be the perfect option for you!

Rich in culture, tradition and incredible beauty, your decision to explore these remote areas will be rewarded tenfold.

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THE NORTH Encompassing Vanua Levu and Taveuni, the northern islands of Fiji are some of the most authentic, visually beautiful and geographically diverse regions of the country. Lush mountainous terrain backdrops against secluded turquoise lagoons and small traditional Fijian villages.

Renowned for their world class snorkelling and diving, these islands house some of Fiji’s most remote and exquisite resorts.

CRUISING Enjoy the convenience of small ship cruising whilst exploring the incredible diversity of Fiji’s outer islands. Visit remote villages, attend school and church with the locals, snorkel unspoiled lagoons bursting with vibrant corals and sealife, or just spend a wistful day relaxing on an untouched white sand beach. From adventure to cultural itineraries, there is a cruise in Fiji to suit everyone.

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Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort, Fiji Price range: $550–$600 pp/pn Located amidst 17 acres of coconut plantation overlooking Savusavu Bay is Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort – Fiji (JMCRF) – a stylish resort that fuses contemporary décor with traditionally designed Fijian bures. Strongly committed to sustainable tourism, JMCRF’s real strength lies in its ability to provide a romantic luxury experience for couples seeking a secluded hideaway, whilst at the same time offering one of Fiji’s most comprehensive and responsible children’s programmes. A dedicated family pool with water slide, toddler and wading pools, Sunsmart Bula (Kids) Club for children aged 6-12 and the provision of a dedicated nanny for children U6 years make JMCRF the only luxury Fiji resort that fully caters for families year round.

Dining at JMCRF is a pleasure with the resort renowned for its exceptional cuisine created from only the freshest of ingredients such as locally caught seafood, tropical fruits and home grown organic vegetables. Cousteau combines relaxation and indulgence with a plentiful selection of eco-friendly guest activities such as day and night snorkelling with their resident Marine Biologist, village visits, private beach picnics, diving, fishing, rainforest and waterfall hikes, tennis and daily yoga. JMCRF ticks all the holiday boxes – great food, stylish accommodation, luxuriant spa packages, world class snorkelling and diving, a wonderful selection of activities for those who are inclined and a Kids Club that not only entertains your children but educates them at the same time. One visit to this beautiful, award winning resort will never be enough!

• Location: Vanua Levu. 15 minutes drive

• Occupancy: Max 4 people in gardenview and oceanfront bures. Max 5 people in all

from Savusavu Airport • 24 fan cooled bures and 1 air conditioned

other categories • Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary bottle

luxury Villa

of sparkling wine and a 1 hour massage per

• 2 restaurants and 1 bar • Bures are free of electronic entertainment.

person • Children’s Policy: 2 children U13 years

CD player available in the Villa only • 1 adult only ‘serenity’ pool, 1 family and

dine free per bure. Complimentary

junior pool with waterslide, 1 toddler pool

Kids Club (Bula Club) operates daily

and a private plunge pool at The Villa. Spa

from 9am–9pm for children 0–12 years.

available

Complimentary nanny provided for

• Free WiFi in all bures as well as the lobby

children U6 years from 9am–9pm. Extra

and lounge areas. PC also available for

babysitting available (charged). Family

guest use (also complimentary)

friendly accommodation available

• Inclusions: All meals, bottled soft drinks and water, return airport vehicle transfers and a comprehensive selection of activities Vanua Levu

including 4 offsite excursions scheduled on a weekly basis

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Koro Sun Resort & Rainforest Spa Koro Sun is the perfect choice for couples and families who are seeking an active holiday experience in a natural setting. Located on 160 acres fringed by rainforest and a private

$300–$350 pp/pn

• Location: Vanua Levu. 15 minutes drive from Savusavu airport • 43 air conditioned and fan cooled bures/villas comprising between 1 – 3 bedrooms

• Honeymoon Bonus: 2 complimentary sulus and a tropical fruit basket in bure on arrival • Children’s Policy: Complimentary Koro Kids Club (activity program) operates daily for

lagoon, it offers a variety of accommodation

• 2 restaurants and 3 bars

children 3 – 12 years between 8am – 4pm.

options to suit everyone from romantic

• 2 family pools (one with water slide), 1 adults

Complimentary nanny provided children

couples through to families of all different

only pool with swim up bar. Rainforest Spa

U4 years for 8 hrs per day. Family friendly

configurations. Activities include mountain

• TV/DVD available in some accommodation

bikes, 9 hole golf course, snorkelling,

• Charged WiFi throughout the resort

escorted kayak trips, paddleboards, guided

• Inclusions: All meals daily (no beverages)

rainforest

game

• Occupancy: Max 2 people in 1 bedroom

fishing. Make sure you finish your day with a

accommodation. Max 4-5 people in 2

treatment in their award winning Rainforest

bedroom accommodation and 6 people in 3

Spa…it really is a beautiful experience.

Bedroom Streamside Villa

trekking,

diving,

and

accommodation

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Namale Resort & Spa The all-inclusive, award-winning Namale Resort & Spa sits atop a volcanic outcrop at the edge of a lush rainforest along a secluded stretch of sand that borders the Koro Sea. A

$500–$550 pp/pn

• Location: Vanua Levu. 15 minutes by vehicle from Savusavu airport • 14 bures, 4 villas and 1 Tatandra (Dream) House, all air conditioned

• Occupancy: Max 2 adults in bures. Max 2–6 people depending on the Villa • Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary Bottle of Champagne in room, private picnic lunch

paradise in the South Pacific, this boutique-

• 1 restaurant and 1 bar

at a waterfall, engraved nameboards on the

style resort fosters an intimate atmosphere

• 2 resort pools and pools in all Villas and the

door of your bure, a romantic dinner on a

ideal for romantics and adventurists alike.

Sumptuously secluded amidst the property’s

Dream House. Gym and Spa • iPod ® Docking Station in all accommodation.

525 acres, Namale’s 19 Fijian bures and

Apple™ Entertainment system in all Villas

guest villas have fused the very best of

• Complimentary WiFi throughout the resort

native architecture with luxurious modern

• Inclusions: All meals, all beverages including

furnishings. With an indulgent Spa and an

alcohol (premium wines and Champagne

abundance of guest activities available, a

available for an extra cost), daily laundry and

holiday here is a wonderful experience.

fully stocked and serviced mini bars

private deck, early check in, late check out & a 10% discount on Spa treatments • Children’s

Policy:

Namale

does

not

accommodate children U12 years

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Qamea Resort & Spa

$500–$550 pp/pn • Occupancy: Max 4 people in Royal Beach

Qamea Resort & Spa is an intimate boutique

lavished by the good things in life.

resort catering to a maximum of 34 adults.

• Location: Island off Taveuni. Plane to

17 luxurious beachfront bures and villas are

Taveuni and then launch and vehicle

nestled amongst swaying coconut palms

transfer (approx 40 mins)

Houses and Honeymoon Villa. Max 2 people in Honeymoon Bures. Max 3 people in Beachfront Bures

and fringed by vibrant aquamarine waters

• 11 Beachfront Bures, 1 Honeymoon Villa,

• Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary bottle

along a kilometre of white sand beach.

2 Honeymoon Bures and 3 Royal Beach

of Champagne, 1 x 30 minute massage per

Offering the only Guinot Spa in the South

Houses, all air conditioned

person to be utilised on day of arrival and

Pacific, easy access to some of the best

• 1 restaurant and 1 bar

diving and snorkelling in Fiji, beautifully

• 1 resort pool and Jacuzzi’s in some

appointed accommodation, a wonderful selection of guest activities (including surfing), excellent food and highly attentive

an amenity gift pack of oils and lotions • Children’s Policy: Qamea does not welcome children U13 years

accommodation. Guinot Spa • Docking Station, LCD TV and DVD in the Royal Beach Houses only

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staff, Qamea is the perfect retreat for the

• Charged WiFi access throughout resort

discerning traveller who wishes to be

• Inclusions: All meals

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Paradise Taveuni

$250–$300 pp/pn

This boutique resort is nestled between a

• Location: Taveuni Island. 1 hour drive from

rainforest mountain and a lava flow ocean

Matei Airport or 30 minute drive and 30

front in a remote part of Taveuni. Its location provides guests with the ability to totally relax away from the pressures of the real

children U13 per Family Vale • Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary 30 minute couples massage and a 4 course dinner

minute launch from Matei Airport • 6 air conditioned Vales (rooms) and 10 fan

for 2 in a romantic location (min 5 days) • Children’s Policy: Complimentary Kids

cooled bures

world in an idyllic, tropical environment. A

• 1 restaurant and 1 bar

Guide is offered for children 5-12 years and

great selection of adventure activities are

• 1 resort pool. Spa available

free nanny for children 0-4 years, daily from

available

•B ures/vales are free of electronic

8am-4.30pm (min 5 night stay required).

(including

hiking,

exceptional

snorkelling and diving, fishing, kayaking

Babysitting available (charged). Family

entertainment

and horse riding) ensuring that guests have

• Free internet in the Main Bure. Charged

the opportunity to do as much or as little

WiFi available throughout the resort.

exploration of this exceptionally beautiful

• Inclusions: All meals and return airport

region as they wish.

friendly accommodation

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vehicle transfers • Occupancy: Max 3 adults or 2 adults/2

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children U13 per bure/vale. Max 2 adults/4

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Taveuni Palms

$1050–$1100 pp/pn

The award winning Taveuni Palms is one of

stay

the most beautiful, relaxing and indulgent

is maximised.

• Occupancy: Max 4 people per villa

resorts you are likely to find anywhere. Each

•L ocation: Taveuni Island. 2 minutes drive

• Honeymoon Bonus: 1 complimentary spa

of the 3 luxury villas sit on their own private

in

your

fabulous

private

villa,

of 7, extensive activities and airport transfers

treatment

from Matei airport

• Children’s Policy: Taveuni Palms welcomes

acre of absolute beachfront and boast their

• 3 individual air conditioned and fan cooled

own private pool, beach and contemporary

private villas, each with 2 bedrooms / 2

families year round but does not offer a Kids

furnishings. Each has a personal staff of

bathrooms

Club. A complimentary nanny is provided

seven, who are on call to provide you with

• 5 dining locations per villa with a private chef

for 8 hours per day for the duration of your

exquisite food and wine, and indulge you

• 1 pool per villa. Spa facilities

stay. Family friendly accommodation

in unsurpassed service and amenities whilst

• LCD Monitor, DVD, CD and Docking Station

still affording ultimate privacy throughout

per villa

your stay. Activities abound and when

•F ree WiFi in all villas

teamed with the very competitively priced

• I nclusions: All meals and selected non

Spa menu, ensure that each day of your

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alcoholic beverages, your own personal staff

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Matangi Private Island Resort

$450–$500 pp/pn

This family owned and operated resort

• Location: Island off Taveuni. Flight to

located on a private island off Taveuni offers

Taveuni then vehicle and launch transfer

stylish, sophisticated accommodation with

(approx 45 mins in total)

a strong Fijian feel. By virtue of its location

• 12 air conditioned bures including a 2 bedroom

and divers, but it should equally appeal to

Beachfront bures and 3 Ocean View bures

3

Treehouse

selection of complimentary activities • Occupancy: Max 4 people in 2 Bedroom

Matangi is very popular with snorkellers

bure,

• Inclusions: All meals, daily laundry and a

bures,

5

romantics seeking a truly beautiful resort in

• 1 restaurant and 1 bar

this visually stunning region of Fiji. If your

• 1 resort pool. Spa

budget will permit, staying in a Treehouse is

• Docking Stations in all bures/Treehouses

a unique treat. Make sure you dedicate one

• Internet access available in boutique. WiFi

day of your holiday to a picnic at Horseshoe

connection available in dining room, lounge

Bay, rated as one of the ‘1,000 Places To See

and pool area (both charged)

bure. Max 3 people in Beachfront and Ocean View bures. Max 2 people in Treehouses • Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary bottle of wine in room on arrival and breakfast in your bure/Treehouse • Children’s Policy: Matangi does not accommodate children U16 years

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Before You Die’ by Patricia Schultz. It’s sure to be a highlight of your holiday.

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Captain Cook Cruises What better way to explore the diversity and the natural beauty of Fiji’s outer islands, than aboard the MV Reef Endeavour – a small cruise ship catering for just 130 passengers. The 7 night Yasawa Island cruise combines the 3 and 4 night cruises and visits the islands of the Mamanucas and Yasawas including Waya and the Sacred Islands plus the remote northern islands from Naviti to Yasawa and the famous Sawa-i-lau limestone blue lagoon. For Cruise enthusiasts or those looking to explore the more outlying islands, Captain Cook operate a 7 night Northern Colonial Fiji Discovery Cruise, a 7 night Northern 4 Culture Discovery Cruises and 11 Night Lau and Kadavu discovery cruise during certain times of the year.

Mv Reef Endeavour, departing Denarau --- 3 nights from $1000 pp: Southern Yasawa Island Cruise, departs Saturdays at 1pm, returning Tuesday 9am --- 4 nights from $1350 pp: Northern Yasawa Island Cruise, departs Tuesdays 1pm, returning Saturday at 1pm --- 7 Nights from $2150 pp: Yasawa Island Cruise, departs Saturdays & Tuesdays at 1pm, returns the following Saturday at 1pm or Tuesday at 9am • 63 Cabins and Staterooms (all air cond)

• Children’s

Policy:

Group

child

• 3 restaurants and 3 bars

minding is provided on board for

• 1 pool and 2 Jacuzzis. Gym and Spa

children 5–10 years inclusive at the

• TV & DVD players in Tabua Suites

following times: 9am–12pm; 2pm–

• Complimentary

WiFi

access

in

public areas and in Tabua Suites • Inclusions: All meals, island tours and water activities (excl diving)

5pm;

6.30pm–10.30pm.

Children

for this style of cruise and are absolute discretion. The cruise is a very interactive experience for

in all Staterooms and Tabua Suites.

children, learning about the culture,

Connecting

visiting a local school and lots of

accommodate 4 people • Honeymoon Bonus: Free bottle of sparkling wine in cabin on arrival

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Sawa-i-Lau Yasawa Islands

Drawaqa Nova

carried at Captain Cook Cruises’

Cabin (bunk beds). Max 2 persons Staterooms

Yaqeta Naviti

under 5 years are not recommended

• Occupancy: Max 4 persons in a

Family

Yasawa Nacula

outdoor activity. Family friendly accommodation

Sacred Islands Vomo Mamanuca Islands Mana Castaway Malolo

Port Denarau

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Blue Lagoon Cruises Completely refurbished in early 2014, The MV Fiji Princess offers 3 boutique itineraries throughout Fiji’s beautiful Mamanuca and Yasawa Islands. With a maximum 4 hours cruising per day, guests can enjoy exploring remote villages, discover Fiji’s ancient culture and relish in the amazing beauty of uninhabited pristine beaches.

Mv Fiji Princess, departing Denarau --- 3 night Cruise from $1200 pp: Departs Friday at 3pm and returns Monday at 3pm --- 4 night Cruise from $1600 pp: Departs Monday at 12.15pm and returns Friday at 10am --- 7 night Cruise from $2600 pp: Departs Friday at 3pm and returns Friday at 10am • 34 air conditioned cabins • 1 restaurant and 2 bars • Small pool. Spa available • DVDs

in

cabins.

Nespresso®

Tamasua

coffee

Sawa-i-Lau Caves

machines in all Orchid Deck Cabins Blue Lagoon

• Free WiFi in public areas • Inclusions: All meals and excursions (excluding motorised water sports). Orchid Cabins also include mini bar of beer, wine

Drawaqa Is Naukacuva

Soso Narara

and bottled water replenished daily.

• Occupancy: Max 2 people in all cabins • Honeymoon Bonus: N\A • Children’s Policy: Children 14+ years welcome years

year

welcome

round. on

Children certain

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cruise

departures only (during Australian / NZ school holidays)

Sacred Islands

Port Denarau

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Tui Tai 5 night Cruise from $2350 pp Tui Tai Expeditions is a luxury 140 ft adventure ship providing a remarkable experience of three distinct cultures. In addition to visiting islands where indigenous Fijians live, Tui Tai sails to islands where Polynesians and Micronesians were relocated after World War II, and where the villagers continue to live in their traditional ways. Visit remote beaches, snorkel pristine reefs, swim at the base of waterfalls, kayak to local villages, swim with manta rays, visit local schools, and experience the most breathtaking locations across the northern Islands. Best summed up by travel writer, Tim Neville: “The Tui Tai crew have only one purpose. To make sure you go to sleep each night swearing you just spent the best day of your life” • Location: Tui Tai departs from

• Internet Access available to guests,

either Savusavu (Mon) or Taveuni

but limited to certain destinations

treatment

(Wed). Flight to either airport and

(client’s expense)

served on a secluded beach

then vehicle transfer to the Marina • Tui Tai operates both 7 and 5 night expeditions • 8 Expedition Cabins, 1 Stateroom, 1 Grand Stateroom, 1 Oversea

gift pack, foot soak and massage and

a

private

dinner

• Occupancy: Max 2 pax in Stateroom

• Children’s Policy: Children 14 years +

and Oversea Veranda Stateroom.

are welcome year round. Children U14

Max 3 pax in all other cabins

years on request basis only, however

• Honeymoon Bonus: Complimentary bottle of sparkling wine, Pure Fiji

departures during school holidays are more available for families

Veranda Stateroom and 1 Oversea Veranda Suite (all air conditioned) • Inclusions: All meals, limited non alcoholic beverages, adventure and cultural activities (excl diving & spa) • 1 restaurant and 1 bar

Nat

ew

aB

ay

Ringgold Atolls Rabi

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• Spa available • LCD Monitor, DVD/CD Player and

Savusavu

Qamea

Taveuni

Docking Station in all categories except Expedition Cabins

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Image courtesy of Tui Tai

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Island Escapes does not own nor operate hotels or other accommodation and makes no representation or warranty as to hotel descriptions and features or the availability, cost or standard of bedding arrangements, and you agree not to hold Island Escapes responsible for any such matters. 6. Standard of Services: Standards of service on your holiday are based upon factors outside of Island Escapes’ control. Island Escapes does not own nor operate the airlines, cruise lines, hotels, sight seeing, shipping, transfer, vehicle hire services and the like whose transport, accommodation, meals or other services you may receive on your holiday, and Island Escapes makes no warranty or representation as to the standard or fitness for purpose of such services, and you agree not to hold Island Escapes responsible for such matters. 7. Destination: Island Escapes make no warranty or representation as to the safety, weather, requirements of any overseas country or governmental authority, overseas laws and policies or any other conditions or matters that may exist or occur at any destination and you agree not to hold Island Escapes responsible for any such conditions, requirements, laws policies or matters. You should obtain your own travel advice from, but not limited to, such sources as the Australian Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade.

8. Changes in Price, Holiday Itineraries and other variations: The nightly cost price indicator is a guide only and is based upon the lead in (cheapest) room available for purchase through Island Escapes. Not all available room categories at that hotel may fall into the price indicator range and ‘prices from’ may be restricted to certain times for travel. Except where expressly noted otherwise, prices are in Australian dollars and are subject to change without notice. Currency fluctuations may affect the price of your booking. Island Escapes reserve the right to adjust its prices as necessary at any time. Island Escapes also reserves the right to pass on any costs imposed by airlines for ticketing, plus a service fee, GST and other imposts. Government taxes and charges imposed by third parties are also subject to change, and Island Escapes reserves the right to pass on such charges. Any verbal estimate of price is an estimate only which will be subject to a written confirmation. The price of your holiday will not be finalized until full payment is received by Island Escapes. Any verbal estimate of resort availability or availability of other accommodation or services is an estimate only, which will be subject to a written confirmation. You should be aware that airlines, cruise lines, hotels, sight seeing, shipping, transfer, vehicle hire services and the like make schedule and other changes beyond Island Escapes’ control and you agree not to hold Island Escapes responsible for such matters. If circumstances require us to make changes to your holiday, we reserve the right to cancel or reschedule departures and itineraries. Where it is necessary to change a hotel we reserve the right to substitute accommodation of at least a similar standard. 9. Deposit & Balance of the Holiday Price: No monies shall be taken to have been received by Island Escapes until we are in possession of cleared funds. A deposit of $150 (inclusive of GST) per person is payable within seven (7) days of confirmation of your reservation. Island Escapes reserves the right to cancel your booking without notice to you if payment of the deposit has not been received by Island Escapes within the time prescribed. Island Escapes requires payment of the balance of monies due no later than forty five (45) days prior to departure. In the event the balance of monies due has not been received by Island Escapes by the due date, Island Escapes reserves the right to cancel the booking without notice to you and to apply the appropriate cancellation charges. All package prices quoted are based on payment being made in cash. An additional 1% credit card service fee will be applied to the dollar amount paid by credit card. 10.

Late Bookings: Bookings made within forty-five (45) days of departure will only be accepted if full payment is received by Island Escapes at the time of reservation. For international bookings made within seven (7) days of departure a service fee of $50.00 (inclusive of GST) will apply. 11. Cancellations, Alterations, Refunds and Reissues: Prior to Final Payment: If you cancel your holiday at any time you will forfeit your deposit and may also forfeit deposits paid to third parties. After Final Payment: In addition to forfeiting your deposit you may be liable for cancellation fees charged by airlines, cruise lines, hotels, sight seeing, shipping, transfer, vehicle hire services, and the like, amounting to all or a portion of monies paid. Once Your Holiday has Commenced. No refund whatsoever is available for a cancellation after the date of commencement of the holiday package, or in respect of any itinerary item, fares, accommodation or any other service not utilised.

Document reissue fees: After documents have been issued for bookings, Island Escapes will charge a fee of $25.00 (inclusive of GST) per booking, in addition to any charges levied by hotels, ground/cruise operators or airlines. A document reissue means an alteration to an existing booking and not a transfer to another package. Transfer to another package may incur cancellation fees as well as a reissue fee of $25.00 (inclusive of GST). Land only service fee: A service fee of $20.00 (inclusive of GST) per booking will be applied. Land only bookings must include a minimum of one nights’ accommodation or one days’ car hire. Sundries Fee: At Island Escapes’ absolute discretion, and regardless of whether a reservation is made, a service fee of $30.00 (inclusive of GST) may be charged where multiple attendances, telephone calls, letters, facsimiles and/or emails are required to make a reservation. 12 Items not included in the price of your holiday: Airfares, departure taxes and associated taxes not detailed in the itinerary; passport, visa and other governmental fees; insurance; room service, telephone calls, laundry and other hotel charges not detailed in the itinerary; meals and beverages not detailed in the itinerary; gratuities; excess baggage charges; any costs expenses or losses incurred in the event of your illness or injury; any costs expenses or losses arising from your being refused access to or being removed from removed from any location; and any other cost, expense or loss of whatever nature not specifically included in the itinerary. Island Escapes does not accept responsibility for any expense, cost or loss incurred in relation to such matters and you agree not to hold Island Escapes so responsible. 13. Passport Names: It is your responsibility to ensure all names being used to make a booking with Island Escapes are exactly the same as those appearing in the relevant passport. Any name/initial or spelling changes will incur a $75.00 (inclusive GST) per fee per change, together with any fees which may be imposed by airlines or other parties with respect to the change. 14. Insurance: It is your responsibility to arrange your own insurance. Island Escapes recommends adequate coverage against losses through such things as cancellation charges, baggage loss, medical expenses and theft. Island Escapes does not own or operate an insurer and you agree not to hold us responsible for any decision made by insurers. 15. Visas and Health Requirements: It is your responsibility to find out about applicable visa, passport, customs, quarantine, health, immigration and other requirements of countries you are intending to visit or pass through. Island Escapes accepts no responsibility for these matters or for refusal of entry into the country/countries of your destination and you agree not to hold Island Escapes so responsible. 16. Credit Card Required: To secure payment for items not included in the price of your holiday, certain services providers, including such as airlines, cruise lines, hotels, sight seeing, shipping, transfer, vehicle hire services and the like may require validation of a current credit card. Island Escapes does not accept responsibility for any consequence of this practice, and you agree not to hold Island Escapes responsible for such consequences. 17. Reward Programs/Frequent Flyer Points: Airfares forming part of any booking may or may not attract reward programs/frequent flyer points. It is your responsibility to check whether any airfares do or do not include reward programs/ frequent flyer points. Reward programs/frequent flyer points are not within the control of Island Escapes and you agree not to hold Island Escapes responsible for any such matters. 18 Information Island Escapes Collects: The types of personal information that Island Escapes may collect from you will depend on the circumstances of collection and on the type of service you request from Island Escapes. Such information may include, but is not limited to, details such as your name, date of birth, gender, contact details, address, image, flight and other travel details, credit/debit card number and expiry date, billing address, telephone numbers, Frequent Flyer number or other loyalty program membership details, dietary requirements (if any) and health issues relevant to your travel arrangements.19 How we collect personal information: Island Escapes may collect personal information about you when you use Island Escapes’ services or make or update a booking to use our services, submit a quote or other communications with Island Escapes, fill out medical and other forms associated with your travel, visit our websites, or otherwise interact with us. As well as collecting information directly from you, there may be occasions when we collect information about you from a third party. These third parties may include: travel agents and other people who make or update travel or freight bookings on your behalf, or otherwise interact with us on your behalf, including when you make an inquiry with a travel agent but do not proceed to a booking. 20. Disclosure of Personal Information: As Island Escapes is required by law to obtain your consent to the collection of “sensitive information” Island Escapes will rely upon paragraph 2. herein, that is the booking of travel arrangements with Island Escapes shall be an acknowledgement that either you (or your travel agent as your agent) have read and accept these terms and conditions and have consented to the collection of all information which is provided to us for use in accordance with these Terms and Conditions and/or in connection with your holiday. You authorize Island Escapes and/or its servants and agents to make such disclosure on your behalf and agree that such disclosure shall not constitute a breach of confidence or duty and that you will not hold us liable for such disclosure, whether pursuant to the Privacy Act 1988 (Cth) (as amended by the Privacy Amendment (Private Sector) Act 2000 (Cth)), in tort, in contract or under any equal opportunity or other legislation. You authorize and acknowledge that Island Escapes may transfer outside Australia Personal Data collected for the purposes of your holiday, and further your allow parties outside Australia to have access to such Personal Information, without the prior written approval, so long as such information is required for the purposes of performing obligations in connection with and related to your holiday. Island Escapes takes all reasonable steps to ensure the security of all information it collects from risks such as loss or unauthorised access, destruction, use, modification or disclosure of data. However, no data transmission over the internet or information stored on servers accessible through the internet can be guaranteed to be fully secure. These activities are undertaken at your risk. Island Escapes will, on request, provide you with access to the information it holds about you, unless there is an exception which applies under the National Privacy Principles, including for the purpose of correcting or updating that information. Island Escapes may recover from you its reasonable costs of supplying you with access to this information. Island Escapes takes all reasonable steps to ensure that only authorized employees are permitted to access personal information, and they may only do so for permitted business functions. Island Escapes may also disclose your personal information to its suppliers and third parties that perform other services for Island Escapes in connection with the sale and provision of all of Island Escapes’ services, including third parties who: (i) provide customer service; (ii) provide information technology services such as airline related systems, data storage, distribution services, passenger and freight booking and processing systems, communication networks, software and system development, maintenance and support, and information processing, analysis and reporting; (iii) provide services in the course of investigating a complaint or a security incident. Where such parties are located overseas, you may have rights to enforce such parties’ compliance with applicable date protection laws, but you may not have recourse against those parties under the Australian Privacy Act in relation to how those parties treat your personal information. (iv) external service providers, including those providing billing services, catering services, chauffeur services, airport lounge operations, and ground handling services (such as check-in agents, freight handling and special assistance). If you do not consent to the use or disclosure of such personal information by Island Escapes in accordance with these terms and conditions, Island Escapes may not be able to provide to you the services or entitlements set out in these terms. 21. Entire Agreement: These terms and conditions constitute the entire agreement between you and Island Escapes, and, to the fullest extent permitted by law, there will be no variation of or addition to the terms unless agreed by us in writing. Please note that no supplier, travel agent or their employees or agents are authorised to make any warranty or representation on our behalf. You have read and agree to the terms and conditions and warrant that all information provided by you to Island Escapes is true, complete and correct. You request Island Escapes to accept your booking and upon acceptance by Island Escapes, you agree to be bound by these booking terms and conditions. 22. Severability: To the fullest extent possible any part hereof being a whole or part of a clause shall be capable of severance without affecting any other part of these terms and conditions. 23. Third Party Providers: You acknowledge and agrees that Island Escapes may utilise Third Party Providers in relation to and in connection with your Holiday. 24. Limitation of liability: To the fullest extent permitted by Law, Island Escapes excludes all liability for any loss or damage whatsoever (including but not limited to loss or damage to property of whatsoever nature, physical and psychological injury, economic loss, disappointment or inconvenience) that may arise in any way (including but not limited to breach of contract, breach of statutory duty or negligence) in connection with the offer or supply of goods or services through or by Island Escapes or by any third parties. Should the law impose an obligation upon Island Escapes which may not be excluded, then to the fullest extent permissible by law, Island Escapes’ liability is limited, at the discretion of Island Escapes, to a maximum of a refund of monies paid by you to Island Escapes or the re-supplying of the relevant goods or services, whichever is the lesser. Without limiting the generality of the above Island Escapes does not accept responsibility or liability, and you will not seek to hold Island Escapes responsible or liable, for any acts, omissions or defaults of service providers such as airlines, hotels, site seeing, shipping, transfer, vehicle hire services, or cruise lines and the like, whether negligent or otherwise, or for your acts, omissions, defaults, conduct, state of health, condition or other circumstance or for any events beyond Island Escapes’ control. 25. Governing Law and Jurisdiction: These terms and conditions are governed by the laws of the State of Victoria, Australia and the parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of Victoria and Courts of Appeal from those Courts and waive any right they may have to claim that those Courts are an inconvenient forum. 26 Indemnity: You agree to indemnify Island Escapes, agents, officers, employees and other authorised representatives against all claims, suits, demands, damages, liabilities, costs or expenses arising in any way out of or in any way connected to your booking through Island Escapes and or any other services provided by Island Escapes to you.27. Booking Terms & Conditions: Island Escapes may at any time and, in its absolute discretion modify or amend the terms and conditions upon which goods or services are supplied to you including these terms of use and such modifications will be binding upon you once displayed on this web site (www. islandescapes.com.au) . You should regularly check the terms and conditions displayed on this web site. 28. Access to Information and Dispute Resolution: Any queries in relation to access to your personal information or a complaint about a breach of your privacy/other matter or in order to query on how your personal information is collected or used please forward your complaint or query to: Island Escapes, P.O. Box 483, Ashburton, VIC 3147. 29. Other Agreements: If there is any inconsistency between these terms and conditions and any other booking order submitted by you (whether in writing, verbally or otherwise) or any other arrangements between the parties, these terms and conditions prevail unless specified in writing and signed by the parties.

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Island Escapes Pty Ltd Rear office, 283 High Street, PO Box 486, Ashburton, Victoria, Australia, 3147 p +6 1 3 9809 8777 f +6 1 3 9809 8778 e info@Islandescapes.com.au abn 26 110 686 209 vic licence 32556 islandescapes.com.au