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Fiji Fiji Destination Guide Warm, balmy days and nights, crystal clear waters, beautiful corals and perfect sandy beaches fringed by coconut palms make Fiji the ultimate beach destination.

Viti Levu is the largest and most developed island, home to the capital Suva and international airport Nadi (pronounced Nandi ), and many beachfront Fiji resorts.

1 Fiji Fiji Destination Guide Warm, balmy days and nights, crystal clear waters, beautiful corals and perfect sandy beaches fringed by coconut palms make Fiji the ultimate beach destination. While it consists of some 332 islands, only a third are inhabited, and even there, it s not hard to escape the crowds. Viti Levu is the largest and most developed island, home to the capital Suva and international airport Nadi (pronounced Nandi ), and many beachfront Fiji resorts. If you go a little out of your way, you ll be rewarded with coral gardens, manta rays and turtles when you dive the Great Astrolabe Reef off the tiny southern island of Kadavu. Keen surfers should head to the Mamanuca islands for waves of legend. The permanent six-metre wave Cloudbreak off the coast of Tavarua is described by surf champion Kelly Slater as one of the most perfect waves he s ever surfed. The Yasawa and Turtle Islands are cited as having some of the best beaches in the region, while the shores of the Mamanucas are known for their starring roles in major Hollywood films including Cast Away, and the hit TV show, Survivor. Electricity 240V 50Hz Time China is 4 or 5 hours behind Fiji (depending on daylight saving). Currency Fiji s official currency is the Fijian dollar (FJD). ATMs are widely available throughout the country, and major credit cards are generally accepted. Language Fiji s official language is English; however, Fijian and Hindustani are also widely spoken. When to go Sitting firmly in the tropics, you can generally expect warm weather all year round. The wet season is from November through to April, and if you don t mind the odd afternoon thunderstorm, this is also the best-value time to travel. Most resorts in Fiji cater to families, so school holidays are the busiest time to travel. Connecting flights (via Hong Kong or Seoul)with Cathay Pacific, Korean Airlines, Fiji Airways Flight duration approximately 14 hours InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa Maro Road, Natadola Bay InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort & Spa offers contemporary luxury on the white sands of Natadola Bay. Signature to the resort are the Cleopatra style bath tubs for two and the day beds which are located on your balcony or terrace. Room types start from Garden View Room up to Two Bedroom Pool Suite - 5 bars & 3 restaurants - 3 pools including children's pool 88

Shangri-La's Fijian Resort & Spa Yanuca Island, Coral Coast Room types start from Superior Lagoon View Room up to Two Bedroom Premiere Lagoon Bure - 6 bars - 6 restaurants - 3 pools - Children's pool

Set on a 109 acres private island with a causeway connecting it to the mainland, the resort has natural white sandy beaches and a large natural lagoon forming a protected bay in front of the main

2 Shangri-La's Fijian Resort & Spa Yanuca Island, Coral Coast Room types start from Superior Lagoon View Room up to Two Bedroom Premiere Lagoon Bure - 6 bars - 6 restaurants - 3 pools - Children's pool - Adults only pool - Tennis court - Room service - Laundry service Fiji Shangri-La s Fijian Resort and Spa is located on Fiji s Coral Coast. Set on a 109 acres private island with a causeway connecting it to the mainland, the resort has natural white sandy beaches and a large natural lagoon forming a protected bay in front of the main swimming beaches, making it ideal for swimming and water sports. All 442 guest rooms, suites and bures have lagoon or Pacific Ocean views and large private balconies directly facing the water. A traditional Fijian Village is the inspiration behind the layout of the resort. The atmosphere is further complemented by extensive facilities and the friendly, caring service throughout the resort. - Cable/Satellite TV Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort Queens Highway, Korotogo Room types start from Superior Resort View Room up to Two Bedroom Family Suite - 6 bars - 5 restaurants - 2 pools - Children's pool - Adults only pool - Swim-up bar - Tennis court - Room service - Laundry service - Free resort activities Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort is set on a white sandy beach, amongst 40 acres of tall palms and lush tropical landscaped gardens on Fiji's Coral Coast. The accommodation is comprised of deluxe rooms, most with sweeping ocean views and traditional thatched bures (bungalows). Guests staying in a bure, suite or deluxe ocean view room will also experience the Talai (butler) VIP service. - Cable/Satellite TV - Mini-bar 89

Fiji Likuliku Lagoon Resort Malolo Island A unique haven of relaxed refinement for 45 couples only, featuring Fiji s only over-water bures.

Room types start from Garden Beachfront Bure up to Overwater Bure - 2 bars & 1 restaurant Malolo Island Resort Malolo Island Castaway Island, Fiji Qalito Island An intimate, stylishly rustic resort,

Owned by a local Fijian family, it s all about the sounds of the coconut trees swaying and the ocean lapping the shore.

3 Fiji Likuliku Lagoon Resort Malolo Island A unique haven of relaxed refinement for 45 couples only, featuring Fiji s only over-water bures. A unique and special place designed with integrity to cultural values, traditional designs and architecture, and embraced by the renowned warmth of the Fijian people. Room types start from Garden Beachfront Bure up to Overwater Bure - 2 bars & 1 restaurant Malolo Island Resort Malolo Island Castaway Island, Fiji Qalito Island An intimate, stylishly rustic resort, surrounded by the world's friendliest people with a living and authentic culture. Owned by a local Fijian family, it s all about the sounds of the coconut trees swaying and the ocean lapping the shore. Room types start from Island Bure up to Family Bure - 3 bars & 3 restaurants - 2 pools including children's pool Room types start from Island Bure up to Grand Bure - 4 bars - 4 restaurants - 2 pools - Children's pool - Swim-up bar - Tennis court - Laundry service - Free resort activities Castaway Island, Fiji is an iconic private island Resort surrounded by white sand beaches and vibrant coral reefs, perfect for romantic couples with or without children. Stylish air-conditioned individual bures are set on the water s edge and throughout lush tropical gardens. Castaway is one of Fiji s most popular Resorts and has everything you come to Fiji to find. - Mini-bar 90

Cook Islands Cook Islands Destination Guide The Cook Islands is an island paradise in the South Pacific, encompassing 15 unique and equally beautiful islands.

Language & Currency The official language is Maori, but most people also speak English. The official currency is the New Zealand dollar (NZD).

When to go The Cook Islands generally has good comfortable weather all yearround with temperatures remaining fairly constant.

Cook Islands Pacific Resort Rarotonga Muri Beach, Rarotonga Muri Beach Club Hotel Muri Beach Point, Rarotonga The island paradise of Rarotonga is renowned for its incredible natural beauty.

4 Cook Islands Cook Islands Destination Guide The Cook Islands is an island paradise in the South Pacific, encompassing 15 unique and equally beautiful islands. With as much space as Western Europe, but only 15,000 residents, the Cook Islands gives you that rare and wonderful feeling of being distanced from the world. Language & Currency The official language is Maori, but most people also speak English. The official currency is the New Zealand dollar (NZD). Connecting flights (via Auckland) with Air New Zealand Flight duration approximately 17 hours 30 minutes Time China is 18 hours ahead of Rarotonga. When to go The Cook Islands generally has good comfortable weather all yearround with temperatures remaining fairly constant. November to March is the warmer season with tropical showers throughout and is also cyclone season. The best time to visit is April through October, the driest season is from June to October. Cook Islands Pacific Resort Rarotonga Muri Beach, Rarotonga Muri Beach Club Hotel Muri Beach Point, Rarotonga The island paradise of Rarotonga is renowned for its incredible natural beauty. The luscious mountainous peaks of the inner island are ringed by spectacularly beautiful beaches and stunning, crystal clear lagoons. The most beautiful of these is in Muri, and it is here that 4-star Pacific Resort Rarotonga is located. Muri Beach Club Hotel is an adult-only resort located at Muri Lagoon. Beachfront rooms have stunning views over the lagoon and off-shore islands. This boutique hotel is fully equipped to cater to your every whim, with a giant chess set, a lagoon lounge with books and games, snorkelling gear and kayaks just to name a few. Room types start from Standard Studio Room up to Premium Beachfront Villa - Bar & Restaurant including Children's pool Room types start from Premier Garden Room up to Deluxe Beachfront Room - Bar & restaurant - Room service Pacific Resort Aitutaki Amuri, Aitutaki The island of Aitutaki is an idyllic paradise, an atoll of lush tropical foliage and soft white sand beaches ringed by a stunningly scenic lagoon of turquoise water. One of the most beautiful of the Cook Islands, the atoll is home to Pacific Resort Aitutaki where island time applies amongst luxurious surroundings. The flight from Rarotonga to Aitutaki is 50 minutes. Room types start from Premium Beachfront Bungalow up to Ultimate Beachfront Villa - Bar & Restaurant 91

Tahiti Connecting flights (via Auckland) to Papeete with Air New Zealand Flight duration approximately 20 hours Tahiti Destination Guide Find your perfect island paradise and sense of adventure in

Spread over five million square kilometres, French Polynesia is the size of Europe and is comprised of 118 islands across five archipelagos the Society Islands, Tuamotu Atolls, Marquesas Islands,

5 Tahiti Connecting flights (via Auckland) to Papeete with Air New Zealand Flight duration approximately 20 hours Tahiti Destination Guide Find your perfect island paradise and sense of adventure in Tahiti. Known as Queen of the Pacific, Tahiti is as you d expect of a Queen a completely majestic island, boasting beautiful scenery that looks Photoshop-perfect. Spread over five million square kilometres, French Polynesia is the size of Europe and is comprised of 118 islands across five archipelagos the Society Islands, Tuamotu Atolls, Marquesas Islands, Gambier Islands and Austral Islands. The Society Islands headlined by Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora comprises most of the popular holiday attractions. In this Polynesian slice of heaven you ll find soft sand beaches, legendary surfing spots and luxurious overwater bungalows that house you just steps away from the water. Electricity 220V 60Hz Time China is 18 hours ahead of Tahiti. Currency The official currency in Tahiti is the Franc of the Compagnie Française du Pacifique, usually known as the French Pacific Franc (CFP or XPF). Major credit cards are widely accepted. Language French and Tahitian (Reo Tahiti) are the official languages, although English is widely spoken. When to go The best time to visit Tahiti is in the drier and slightly cooler months of June to October. Although Tahiti s temperature remains almost constant year-round, the warmer months can bring storms and torrential rain. Where to stay French Polynesia is well-known for its luxury accommodation and consequent price tags. Most of the world s leading hotel brands are here and the resorts take full advantage of the spectacular scenery and natural features. Competition ensures high quality digs, service and facilities, wherever you stay. Bora Bora A pristine turquoise lagoon dotted with magnificent overwater bungalows and a lush natural rainforest that creeps up the peaks of an extinct volcano are the hallmarks of Bora Bora. With such exquisite scenery and unparalleled luxury, it s no surprise that this stunning Pacific Ocean Island attracts honeymooners and holidaymakers who seek the ultimate in relaxation and wonderment. Bora Bora is a 1-hour flight from Papeete. Moorea Moorea is one of the most scenically striking islands in French Polynesia. Moorea has a reputation for being one of the best islands for adventure and activity. The island is encircled by a coastal road along which you ll find townships, restaurants and plantations. Rent a car and head inland for more scenic and cultural adventures. Moorea can be reached by a short 15-minute flight from Papeete or by high-speed catamaran from downtown Papeete. Tahiti like a Local Nature isn t the only lively part of Tahiti experience the local dance and music events that show off the island s creative culture. Consider booking your flights to Tahiti in July and take part in the annual Heiva Festival which celebrates the heritage of Tahiti. InterContinental Bora Bora Le Moana Resort Pointe Matira, Bora Bora InterContinental Bora Bora Le Moana Resort is located on Matira Point with a private white sand beach. Guests can stay in unique bungalows positioned over the water. A wide selection of water sports activities include snorkelling and kayaking. Room types start from Beach Bungalow up to End of Pontoon Horizon Overwater Bungalow - Bar & restaurant - Free resort activities 92

crystalline lagoon with the majesty of Mount Otemanu for an iconic backdrop, the St. Regis Bora Bora Resort represents the epitome of carefree elegance.

The 114 renovated garden and overwater bungalows are situated on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world.

bars & 2 restaurants Tahiti Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa Papetoai, Moorea Le Meridien Bora Bora BP 190 Vaitape, Bora Bora Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa is located in front of the lushest

6 The St. Regis Bora Bora Resort Motu Ome'e BP 506, Bora Bora Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort Bp 28 Maharepa, Moorea Reaching out across 44 acres of lush landscaping, edged by powdery white sands and a crystalline lagoon with the majesty of Mount Otemanu for an iconic backdrop, the St. Regis Bora Bora Resort represents the epitome of carefree elegance. Sofitel Moorea Ia Ora Beach Resort is located on a picturesque white sand beach boasting spectacular views of the crystal lagoon and the iconic silhouette of Tahiti Island. The 114 renovated garden and overwater bungalows are situated on one of the most beautiful beaches in the world. Room types start from Beachside Villa with Pool up to The Royal Estate Three Bedroom - 2 bars & 4 restaurants Room types start from Superior Lagoon View Bungalow up to Luxury Overwater Bungalow - 2 bars & 2 restaurants Tahiti Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa Papetoai, Moorea Le Meridien Bora Bora BP 190 Vaitape, Bora Bora Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort & Spa is located in front of the lushest coral garden of the island with beautiful views of the lagoon. It is ideal for guests seeking a unique resort with privacy, exceptional service and a relaxing environment in harmony with the Polynesian culture. At Le Meridien Bora Bora the bungalows are combining a French bamboo motif with sprawling dark hardwood and a sailor s brass. Swim in the exotic pool, dine on international cuisine, explore the private beach, or sip margaritas in a swinging hammock. Room types start from Garden Pool Bungalow up to Premium Panoramic Overwater Bungalow - 2 bars & 3 restaurants including children's pool Room types start from Classic Bungalow up to Two Bedroom Pool Beach Villa - 2 bars & 3 restaurants - 2 pools 93

COOK ISLANDS. Love a little PARADISE AITUTAKI

COOK ISLANDS. Love a little PARADISE AITUTAKI COOK ISLANDS Love a little PARADISE AITUTAKI AITUTAKI WITH ITS HUGE TURQUOISE, SUNLIT LAGOON DECORATED WITH 15 MOTU (ISLETS) AND AN EMERALD GREEN MAIN ISLAND, AITUTAKI IS UNDISPUTEDLY ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL