The Costco Connection - October 2018

he beaches and the stunning
archipelagos might be what draw
you to Fiji, but the true Fiji expe-
rience is defined by the country’s
special island culture. I remember my
first arrival in Nadi in ;;;;. As I walked
off the plane, I was greeted by “Bula”
(hello), followed by the most amazing a
cappella harmonies—Fijians, standing on
the tarmac, singing and welcoming the
arriving passengers in an unforgettable
way. Today, that tradition continues.

Of course, the musical welcome only partially prepares you for Fiji’s pristine beaches, coral reefs, blue lagoons, waterfalls and rainforests. You can snorkel, scuba dive, hike, golf (or do nothing at all in a comfy hammock).

And Nadi is just your jumping-off point. It’s a hub for visiting the resorts on the close-by Mamanuca Islands, home to nearly half of Fiji’s resorts.

Beyond the Mamanucas lie the Yasawa Islands, also a good choice. These islands are somewhat wilder and less developed, but just as beautiful, with longer beaches.