FIJI

Bula! This traditional Fijian greeting welcomes you to the paradise of your dreams. Comprised of 330 islands across some 320,000 square kilometres of sea, its people are friendly, smiling and always ready to entertain you

Fiji is a great stopover enroute to Australia and New Zealand and it, a fabulous one-stop vacation destination and perfect for honeymoons.

Total Area: 171 Square Miles, 443 Square Kilometers

Capital: Suva

Country Code: +679

Country Population: 849,000

Credit Cards: Major credit cards are accepted at most hotels, restaurants, shops and by car rental agencies and tour operators. American Express, Diners Club, Visa, Master Card and ICB have representative offices.

Currency: Fijian Dollar (FJD)

Departure Tax: $150FJD, Departure taxes are included in airfares.

Drives: Left

Electricity: 220 – 240 V

Ethnic Groups: Mostly native Fijians with Melanesians and Polynesians.

Location: Oceania, 2000km northeast of New Zealand

Official Language(s): Fijian, English, Fiji Hindi

Religion: The majority of indigenous Fijians are Christian with the Indo-Fijians being mostly Hindu or Muslim.

Time Zone: FJT (UTC+12)

Tipping: Tipping is not customary nor is it expected. Most tourist locations (restaurants/hotels) have a “communal fund” if tipping is desired.