Several tropical islands sound too good to be true. Fiji, which is actually made up of over 300 islands, situated in the South Pacific Ocean, falls under that category. The islands offer a haven away from the bustling world outside. Vacations in the Fiji Islands are great to relax on the beach, go sightseeing or to enjoy adventure sports. Most of the time the tropical weather brings sunshine with a few showers which are quickly over. Fiji has got rid of major tropical diseases including malaria and has one of the lowest crime rates in the world. Spoken languages are English, Hindi, Bau Fijian and Urdu. The two most important islands are Viti Levu and Vanua Levu.

The countryside is wonderful with beaches, coral reefs, clear waters and rainforest. Tourists prefer activities such as snorkeling, sometimes swimming with manta rays or scuba diving round the Astrolabe Reef. There are also opportunities to hire jet boats or go rafting over the rapids. Hikers enjoy to explore the caves and forests. The Nadia Area is a favorite place for surfers. It is the region where the airport is located. Nearby you can visit a market, where locals offer hand, crafted souvenirs. You can find actually something for everyone on vacation to Fiji.

The Coral Coast is known for its stunning beaches and lagoons. This is the area where the sugar cane is grown. The northern coast is also known as The Sunshine Coast, offering a dry climate and rugged, mountainous countryside. Pacific Harbor was developed as a tourist attraction for a vacation to Fiji and offers an 18-hole championship golf course. Known as the Adventure Capital of Fiji, there is also diving places nearby and it's a popular site with fishing lovers. You are able to go on a boat tour down the Navua River and visit the villages and the waterfalls. Other sporting activities here come with water skiing, windsurfing, jet skiing, sea kayaking and horseback riding. Among the many things to do on vacation to Fiji there are also shops, restaurants, live shows and fire walking displays.

Suva is the capital of the Fiji islands and offers more urban attractions such as restaurants, shops and nightclubs. It still offers its share of markets to give local feeling and cultural museums. There is also the ability to book sightseeing tours from here. Suva gives another insight into vacations in the Fiji islands, with its mixture of contemporary and colonial architecture and historical interest.

Fiji islands are an exciting blend of history, traditional culture, modern amenities and adventure. There is a wide range of accommodation to suit different pockets you can choose from. Vacations in the Fiji Islands is only a plane ride away to incredibly blue lagoons and friendly islanders