Borron House: Fiji’s State Guesthouse
Positioned on one of the highest points in Suva, overlooking the magnificent Suva bay and peninsula, is the Borron house estate. The estate is nestled on one of Suva’s indigenous hillforts known as ‘(Na)rairaiwaqa’, (the place of lookout- for canoes) and is about 3 kilometres out from the Suva metropolitan. Ask any Suva local about […]
Nausori: Fiji’s delta town
Nausori town is located about 20 kilometres northeast of Suva and is a town that is rich in its history and traditions. It is of geo-political importance and is known as the town of three provinces as it serves the provinces of Rewa, Naitasiri and Tailevu. This article may cater to adventurers, history enthusiasts, or […]
10 historical sites to visit in Suva
Suva, Fiji’s capital city apart from Levuka is the only place in Fiji where one can still see the remnants of this former British colony, with old buildings, sites and monuments erected in its place. Today, Suva continues to be the bustling metropolitan it was set up to be, with expansion continuing toward the Naitasiri […]
The Cathedral beside Fiji’s central bank
In the heart of Suva lies the Sacred Heart Catholic Cathedral or Vale Vatu (Stone house) in Fijian, a structure that would teleport you to old European gothic architecture when seen for the first time. This structure would seem so out of place and easily forgotten at the back of the city, specifically with the […]
Vanua Levu, the friendly North of Fiji
Formally known as the Sandalwood island, Vanua Levu is Fiji’s second largest island. Vanua Levu is located 64 kilometers north of Viti Levu and is home to 160,000 Fijians centred in the Labasa and Savusavu towns. You can travel to the island by flying to Labasa and Savusavu or by local ferry boat from Viti […]
Travel like a local: Colo-i-Suva forest park
One of the only forest reserves in Fiji, the Colo-i-Suva forest park is situated just outside the Suva metropolitan area. It is one of wonder and fun, whether it is a hike between friends and individuals or a family fun day. The park is about 11 km away from the city centre, and it is […]
Top things to do in Viti Levu
Viti Levu is known as the ‘Great Fiji’ for Fijians. The reason is simple – Viti Levu has it all. The region epitomises Fiji, from friendly, beautiful and smiling people, to vibrant nightlife, rich culture, food and amazing scenery. Viti Levu is the largest and longest inhabited island in the Republic of Fiji. Suva is […]
The top attractions in Lautoka and Sigatoka
Lautoka and Sigatoka are two major places of interest in Fiji. You can travel from Lautoka to Sigatoka through bus, taxi or car and the journey takes approximately 1.5 hours. Lautoka Lautoka is the second largest city in Fiji. It is on the west coast of the island of Viti Levu, in the Ba Province […]
Vatulele’s many wonders
Located 32 kilometres south of Viti Levu, lies the raised coral limestone and volcanic island of Vatulele. The island is occupied by four villages, Lomanikaya, Ekubu, Taunovo and Bouwaqa. Although Vatulele has been mainly accepted as the major origin of masi making in Fiji, it is prominently known for its extraordinary legend of the Red […]
The tale of Fiji’s two capital cities
The Pacific has always been considered last in the expedition of European discovery. Much of it has to do with the region’s geographic location and the island’s distinct cultures and peoples. Individually Fiji has always been different from the rest of the pacific, whether it is its prehistory, colonial, demographic or geographical make-up. What makes […]
