8 things that might surprise a Fiji first-timer
With a direct flight just 10 hours from Singapore, the archipelago has it all from spectacular resorts and beaches to culinary delights and activities galore
Swaying palm trees, opal blue water and white sandy beaches, there is no denying that Fiji paints an idyllic image of paradise.
Here’s a quick guide to a few things to know before you head off for the archipelago in the South Pacific.
It’s closer than you think
Direct flights to Fiji depart three times a week from Singapore, landing at the Nadi International Airport in less than 10 hours.
From there, all you need to do is a hop on a speedboat bound for the Mamanuca Islands, the go-to spot for exploring the sun-drenched archipelago.
“Bula!” is the only Fijian word you will need
English is Fiji’s official language, but bula! (pronounced boola) is a word you will hear and say everywhere… and we mean everywhere. Much like the Hawaiian “aloha”, the ubiquitous word is not just a friendly greeting – it literally means health and happiness, and can be used in almost any context.
The resorts are spectacular