The significance of lunar eclipse, Chandra Grahan in Fiji

In Fiji, the lunar eclipse is known as Chandra Grahan. The last lunar eclipse in the past 3 years happened on the 8th November 2022 and the next lunar eclipse will occur in 2025. Lunar eclipse happens when the sun, earth and moon are aligned. During this time, the moon happens to appear much darker […]

Fiji and its love for rugby

What comes to your mind when we say Fiji? Some obvious things include white sandy beaches, good weather, delicious food and a perfect getaway with loved ones. Aside from all the good vibes and friendly locals, rugby is another integral part of Fiji.  To the world, rugby is just a sport, but to Fijians, rugby […]

Top 10 most popular snacks and dessert in Fiji

Cassavo taro chips Fiji

Desserts are a beautiful end to an amazing feast, they are sweet and comforting. Snacks are munchies that are shared with loved ones over a cup of tea. For your next visit to Fiji,  try these popular Indian and Fijian flavoured snacks and dessert. They are made with love and bring families together. Most importantly, […]

Recipes for the most popular snacks and desserts of Fiji

Now that we know the top 10 most popular snacks and desserts in Fiji, the next thing you should do is try making them on your own! It’s usually super easy, as all you need is a few ingredients lying around your kitchen. After all, most Fijian snacks and desserts are made at home.  Trust […]

The art of firewalking in Fiji

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Witnessing the sacred ritual of firewalking while on a Fiji holiday is truly a captivating experience. Off the coast of Viti Levu lies the village of Nakarovu in the highland of Beqa Island, best known for their unique ability to walk across an aligned arrangement of hot stones, seemingly without burning their feet. Native Fijian […]

Can foreigners get married in Fiji?

Wedding Ceremony Fiji

Whether you’re looking for an intimate affair, elopement or extravagant celebration, Fiji has the perfect venue, ambience and landscapes for the wedding of your dreams. Renowned for romance, Fiji is a hotspot for honeymooners and wedding celebrations. Can foreigners get married in Fiji? Yes. Getting married in Fiji is easy, and many of the island […]

The evolution of Fiji’s national flag

In 2015, Fiji nearly got a new national flag. A national flag is an emblem of a nation’s identity, history, values, and collective memories. Fiji is no different. Indeed, their national flag has undergone some evolution over time. Today, let’s take a look at Fiji’s national flag — from aeons ago, recent past, and present. […]

Fiji is one of the Oceania countries

The Oceania region has unique geography, flora, and fauna. Picture credit: Britannica Fiji is one of the Oceania countries. Now, what does that mean? What does Oceania mean? Present-day, Oceania is divided into four areas: Australasia, Micronesia, Polynesia, and Melanesia, covering approximately 3,291,903 square miles. Fiji is part of Melanesia.  The boundary of Oceania extends […]

Interesting facts about Levuka, Fiji’s first capital city

The remnants of the 19th-century European settlement remain in Levuka today. Feature image credit: Wikipedia If Fiji’s long and lustrous past were embodied in a single place, it would be Levuka, a seaside town along the coast of Ovalau Island. Set amongst the coconut and mango trees, the charming little town is set to the […]

The traditional hairstyles of Fiji

In Fiji, a person’s head and hair are considered sacred. To the people of Fiji, the human hair and head area is the most sacred (tabu) part of the human body. In the olden days, Fijian chiefs would pick a few people and give them permission to touch their heads. Proof of the sacredness of […]