OK, ok, I know a"blog" should be updated often (that's the whole point of it) but, due to a bad internet conection & a lot of work, the updates are not-so-often (to avoid the word "nonexistent") so, I profit the space to publish the tourist information that everyone is asking for: what to do in Fiji? how much it costs to go there from Europe? How much it costs life there?
Here it is:
Fiji has over 300 islands in its archipelago, each fringed with coral reefs and lapped by warm azure waters - the diving and snorkelling are superb. Amid its wealth of natural beauty, Fiji's true magic lies in its people and the fascinating blend of their diverse cultures. Fiji is an interesting blend of Melanesian, Polynesian, Micronesian, Indian, Chinese and European influences. For nearly 50 years, until the military coup of 1987 and the Indian emigration that followed it, the indigenous people of Fiji represented an ethnic minority in their own land.
Here it is:
Fiji has over 300 islands in its archipelago, each fringed with coral reefs and lapped by warm azure waters - the diving and snorkelling are superb. Amid its wealth of natural beauty, Fiji's true magic lies in its people and the fascinating blend of their diverse cultures. Fiji is an interesting blend of Melanesian, Polynesian, Micronesian, Indian, Chinese and European influences. For nearly 50 years, until the military coup of 1987 and the Indian emigration that followed it, the indigenous people of Fiji represented an ethnic minority in their own land.When to go
Its mild tropical climate means that Fiji can be enjoyed all year round. Perhaps the best time to go, however, is in the dry season or 'Fiji winter', from May to October. This time of year has cooler temperatures (27-30°), less rainfall and humidity, and less risk of tropical cyclones.
Its mild tropical climate means that Fiji can be enjoyed all year round. Perhaps the best time to go, however, is in the dry season or 'Fiji winter', from May to October. This time of year has cooler temperatures (27-30°), less rainfall and humidity, and less risk of tropical cyclones.
Tip: I (ines) will be in Fiji from April until May 2009 only!. Lenaic is (almost) always there. Nevertheless, let us know as soon as possible when you plan to come to check that we won't be in mission/holidays at that time...
Money & cost
We use Fijian dollars 1€ = 2 F$
It's quite possible to travel around the Fiji islands relatively cheaply; however, because the country is so heavily geared for tourism, it's also easy to spend loads of money. If you stick to backpacker beds, eat cheaply and plan your inter-island travel well, you'll get by on around 20-40 EUR a day or less. Tipping is not expected or encouraged when paying for goods or services.
Sample Price Guide
bread F$ 0.70 international postcard F$ 0.25 bike hire full day F$ 30.00 movie ticket F$ 4.00 small bottle of beer F$ 4.00 cheap restaurant price F$ 15.00
Average Room Prices LowF$18-45 Mid F$45-100 HighF$100-150 DeluxeF$150+
Average Meal Prices LowF$10-18 MidF$18-25 HighF$25-35 DeluxeF$35+
We use Fijian dollars 1€ = 2 F$
It's quite possible to travel around the Fiji islands relatively cheaply; however, because the country is so heavily geared for tourism, it's also easy to spend loads of money. If you stick to backpacker beds, eat cheaply and plan your inter-island travel well, you'll get by on around 20-40 EUR a day or less. Tipping is not expected or encouraged when paying for goods or services.
Sample Price Guide
bread F$ 0.70 international postcard F$ 0.25 bike hire full day F$ 30.00 movie ticket F$ 4.00 small bottle of beer F$ 4.00 cheap restaurant price F$ 15.00
Average Room Prices LowF$18-45 Mid F$45-100 HighF$100-150 DeluxeF$150+
Average Meal Prices LowF$10-18 MidF$18-25 HighF$25-35 DeluxeF$35+
Getting there & around
Although Suva is the capital, Nadi International Airport is where most travellers arrive. Plane tickets from Europe to Nadi cost 1000-2000€. It's the same distance via America or via Asia. The only difference is that Europeans need a transit visa to pass through USA. The best prices from EU leaves from London / Paris airports.
Although Suva is the capital, Nadi International Airport is where most travellers arrive. Plane tickets from Europe to Nadi cost 1000-2000€. It's the same distance via America or via Asia. The only difference is that Europeans need a transit visa to pass through USA. The best prices from EU leaves from London / Paris airports.
There are good transport connections in Fiji, making internal travel easy and relatively inexpensive. Ferries are inexpensive, frequent, reliable and very seaworthy, and rubbing shoulders with the local people while travelling between islands is a pleasant and interesting part of the Fiji experience. Ferry routes connect most major coastal areas of Viti Levu and Vanua Levu with all the major islands. You can charter boats as well, or catch one of the smaller unscheduled local boats between islands. Small local boats are sometimes the only transport option, especially for the backpacker resorts. But, if the weather looks ominous or the boat is overcrowded, consider postponing the trip or opting for a flight.
The larger islands have good bus networks, and outside the towns you can often just hail down a bus wherever you see one. Express buses travel between major centres and local buses seem to stop at every village they pass, but by either means bus travel in Fiji is a pleasant way to meet local people and an effective & safe way to get around.
The larger islands have good bus networks, and outside the towns you can often just hail down a bus wherever you see one. Express buses travel between major centres and local buses seem to stop at every village they pass, but by either means bus travel in Fiji is a pleasant way to meet local people and an effective & safe way to get around.
Photos
http://picasaweb.google.com/inescudero
Resort we recommend: http://www.fiji-bounty.com/
Windsurf/kitesurf/surf lovers go to: http://www.govisitfiji.com/viti-levu/nananu-i-ra.asp
Rafting in Bambu/ village visiting http://www.discoverfijitours.com/tours.html
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1 comment:
Mierda...y yo que queria quedarme tranquilo y trabajar unos anos...ahora tengo ganas de viaje !!!
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