Fiji I Nadi | Denarau Island | Malamala | Mamanuca Islands | Yasawa Islands

Fiji is an island nation in the South Pacific. The country is made up of over 300 islands, of which 110 are inhabited. The two main Fijian Islands, Viti Levu and Vanua Levu.

The capital of Fiji is Suva, situated on Viti Levu. Almost three quarters of the total population live in Suva.

Important towns are Nadi, which is the location of the international airport, and Lautoka, which is a large seaport.

Other important islands in Fiji include Kadavu Island, the Lau Group, the Mamanuca Islands and the Yasawa Islands.

Fiji also has a significant amount of tourism with many people choosing Nadi or Denarau Island as their preferred destination.

The soft coral reefs of Fiji are the main attraction but there are also many other activities for people to enjoy.

Nadi is a transit point for other destinations in Fiji, and is slightly smaller than Lautoka just to the north, or the capital Suva out on the eastern coast. Many visitors spend a night here waiting for ferries, boats to outer islands, or planes to and from home.

While the many town street and bus station is towards the south, a number of resorts line Queens Road from the airport, with some hostels on the water to the west of the airport runway. Few things are walkable in Nadi, but taxis are plentiful and an open-window, basic bus system used by locals exists.

There is not a lot to do but one great way to pass the time is to go to some of the creek sections near the airport where you may see beautiful finches, mongooses and other birds. Sunscreen and insect repellant are an absolute must due to the severe heat, humidity and risk of tropical disease. Make sure you understand the distances beforehand as walking to the beach in the heat may not be an option and internet is mainly available at the airport.

If you do decide to stay in or around Nadi, make sure you are prepared to be approached by people trying to get you into their shop as you walk down the main street. These people aren't threatening, Nadi is the safest town of Fiji.

The upscale Denarau Island is just 5 km north west of Nadi, and is where you will find the region's luxury hotels and resorts. This is also where you will find Denarau Marina, your gateway to the beautiful island chains of the Mamanucas and Yasawas.

Fiji is an island nation in the South Pacific. The country is made up of over 300 islands, of which 110 are inhabited.