Honeymoon Location Spotlight: FIJI
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Take a look at www.honeymoons.com and you will see they have a great top 10. Below is a highlight for Fiji.
"Imagine stepping into a lush Eden. A mystical place surrounded by iridescent waters. Then enter a lavish honeymoon bungalow complete with its own private beach and stunning views of the exotic terrain. This is what is possible in Fiji. Indeed, on your arrival to Fiji’s 322 islands, you, too, will be convinced that your have landed in Paradise.
Covering over 7,000 sq. miles (1800 sq. km) in the South Pacific, Fiji is one of the most romantic places for a honeymoon. Here you can revel in luxurious accommodations such as Namale – The Fiji Islands Resort & Spa, an ideal place for windsurfing, diving and love. Because of the coral and the excellent visibility in the waters around Fiji, you can also look forward to spectacular snorkeling. An excursion to Beqa Lagoon – the crater of an extinct volcano – won’t disappoint. Turtle Island is particularly known for romance. It is home to the Turtle Island resort that can only accommodate 14 couples in a one-of-a-kind setting. Here you can explore the Blue Lagoon by day and rendezvous on the beach for a candle lit dinner in the evening. If shopping is a ‘must’, it’s duty-free here. For jewelry, nothing compares with the purchase of some black pearls found here off Savusavu Bay. For something less expensive, visit the Fijian Cultural Center and Marketplace near the Pacific Harbour International Resort.
To experience Fijian culinary delights, try Riley’s Restaurant on Naigani Island. It’s one of the best restaurants to be found here. Or you can find very affordable fare at Makuluva Delights near the Garden Island Resort where you can savor traditional Fijian cuisine as well as European and Asian food. Yes, come to Fiji for romance, adventure and pure delight.
What’s Hot:
Surfing…the reef ‘brakes’ are outstanding here. The ‘extreme’ sports bar, SkyDive Fiji. Rafting on the Upper Navua River. Traps Bar for the music; Bad Dog Café for the drinks.
Must See:
Fiji’s barrier reef, especially Great Astrolabe Reef. The spectacular 160 ft. waterfall at Bouma Falls National Park. The islands by helicopter. The Kula Eco Park on the Coral Coast.
Must Do:
Bring reef shoes for your snorkeling adventures. Mingle with the locals at Old Mill Cottage in Suva. Attend a traditional Fijian feast or ‘meke’. Zip line through the tropical rain forest. Do absolutely nothing.
Must Know:
Average temperatures range from 83-88 degrees (F). Only T-Mobile and AT&T Wireless cell phone service will work here. Tipping is generally discouraged here. Most credit cards are widely accepted. Travel time to Fiji from Los Angeles is 11 hours."