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Fiji’s  Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation, Viliame Gavoka has officially launched a FJ$6 million (US$3 million) Mega Superyacht berth expansion at Port Denarau.  The expansion includes: Fiji Link goes cashless Fiji Link, the domestic subsidiary of Fiji Airways, is now fully cash-free  at Nadi, Suva, and Labasa airports. All Fiji Link customer transactions at these three […]

Growing up in Fiji, a nation spanning hundreds of Pacific islands, means growing up with the call of the ocean in your blood — even when you’re far from the sea. 

By Prerna Priyanka Dance and events company VOU was one of the big winners at the 2024 Fiji Excellence in Tourism Awards (FETA) on Saturday night. The event, held at the Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort in Denarau, brought together industry leaders, operators, and government representatives to celebrate resilience and innovation in Fijian tourism. Deputy Prime […]

Fiji Airways has added two new ATR 72-600 aircraft to its fleet, enhancing connectivity across Fiji and the South Pacific. The first aircraft arrived on December 29, 2024, and the second on January 5, 2025. These 68-seat planes will primarily serve regional routes, particularly in Northern Fiji, and increase capacity on domestic services like Nadi-Suva […]

Fiji Airways has launched its inaugural direct flight between Nadi, Fiji, and Dallas Fort Worth, Texas – the airline’s longest route to date. The airline says this strengthens its connectivity across North America and reinforces its commitment to expanding global travel opportunities for its passengers. The service will initially operate three times per week (on […]

By Ema Ganivatu Chris Cole Architect firm has been honored with the main award at the 2024 Fiji Architects Association Awards, held in Suva last week. This accolade was awarded to Vuda House, which was building using the Pak Shak design, a prefabricated system tailored specifically for the tropical environment. The Pak Shak design addresses […]

By Ema Ganivatu Fiji Airways offers free messaging Wi-Fi Fiji Airways now provides free full-flight messaging Wi-Fi for Economy Class passengers on Airbus A350 and Boeing 737MAX planes. The new service allows travellers to use messaging apps for the entire flight without extra charges. Business Class passengers will still enjoy full Wi-Fi access for browsing. […]

Residents of Fiji’s first capital Levuka can look forward to accessing advanced educational opportunities through a new partnership between the Levuka Town Council and The University of Fiji.

The civil society organisation Diverse Voices and Action For Equality (DIVA), is organising a clean-up campaign this weekend at the popular Wailoaloa Beach in Nadi.  The campaign promises to bring together diverse people to work towards the common goal of preserving Fiji’s beaches and ensure that corporations do not ‘privatise it’ and view it as […]

Thousands attended the fourth Pacific Human Rights Film Festival in Suva to watch Pacific-based films and engage in discussions on the theme of ‘Oceans and Land’.

The short films titled In Exile and My Fish Is Your Fish were showcased before more than 200 high school students from across Suva.

By Ben Wheeler The Fourth Pacific Human Rights Film Festival is gearing up for what organisers expect to be its biggest and most successful year yet. This October audiences will be treated to the Fijian premiere of the sumptuous ecofeminist feature Pacific Mother and an exclusive director’s cut of the stunning reef renewal documentary Protecting […]

By Kite Pareti The familiar sight of bouncing castles, amusement rides, and mouthwatering barbeque drew hundreds of people to the Suva Foreshore this month as the long-awaited Miss Hibiscus Festival made a successful comeback after a hiatus of five years. Fijian Horticulturist, Viti Beaula, said this year’s festival was “the best”. Beaula and a few […]

This year’s Allan Alo Festival last night opened with a stunning performance, and featured an exhibition of renowned Pacific artists. The week-long festival promises to captivate audiences by focusing on Pacific cultural heritage, with contributions from regional guest artists as well as students of the late Allan Alo in Fiji. Hosted at the Oceania Art […]

On the third Sunday of every month, all local residents are invited to visit the Fiji Museum at a discounted rate. New ticket prices for adults age 16 and over will be $5, while kids age 15 and under is $2.50. The Fiji Museum team is offering this incentive once a month “to thank local […]

South Sea Cruises Group introduces South Sea Cats South Sea Cruises Group has introduced South Sea Cats, a new resort transfer and snorkelling adventure service. Operating with purpose-built catamarans, the service will commence in early 2025, offering morning transfers to Tokoriki and Matamanoa Islands and evening transfers to Malolo and Castaway Islands. With eco-friendly outboard […]

By Prerna Priyanka Captain Cook Cruises has announced the expansion of its luxury expedition offerings, introducing remote Fiji for travellers seeking authentic cultural experiences and activities. Alison Haworth West, Executive Chair for Captain Cook Cruises, is enthusiastic about the new schedules: “We’re trying to offer something uniquely Fijian, authentic, and very much of Fiji, by […]

Rain did not deter Suva dogs and their humans from supporting the SPCA and the Tim Howick-Smith 1000 Paws Walk today at Albert Park. The event celebrates Howick-Smith’s life and passion for ending cruelty to animals. The festival today celebrated all dogs owned and unowned. Dogs lapped Albert Park with their owners, competed in a […]

By Ben Wheeler Recently the debate around how to release new movies – in theatres or home streaming – has raged. Doug Liman all but walked on his awesome remake of 80s classic Roadhouse when Amazon announced it would not receive a theatrical release some weeks back. He threatened to boycott the premiere, but then […]

By Prerna Priyanka In a bold move to amplify women’s voices and challenge societal taboos, the upcoming Fiji Fringe Festival is set to feature a riveting theatre performance of Eve Ensler’s renowned “Vagina Monologues.” Roshika Deo, a prominent figure in Fiji’s gender equality movement and the driving force behind the production, says the performance will […]

By Prerna Priyanka The Swire Shipping Fijian Drua has officially named Meli Derenalagi as the captain for the 2024 Shop N Save Super Rugby Pacific campaign. Derenalagi, known for his exceptional skills as a backrower and his leadership both on and off the field, has been a pivotal figure for the Fijian Drua since its […]

Sports enthusiasts can look forward to seeing top-tier rugby action as the popular McDonald’s Fiji Coral Coast Sevens makes its return this week.  Originally designed to boost tourism during the off-season, the tournament has evolved under the leadership of founder Jay Whyte, expanding to include Women’s and Youth Divisions in 2014 and 2017, respectively.  This […]

By Prerna Priyanka Tourism Fiji has joined forces with Mastercard to offer surfing enthusiasts a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to experience the waves of Cloudbreak with three-time world champion surfer, Mick Fanning. The exclusive week-long trip at Namotu Island Surf Resort has already captured the imagination of global surfing fans. Now, in a unique twist, Tourism Fiji […]

From the moment the first artist in A Dance in 5 Installations slinks along the top of a wall and launches himself onto aerial silks, you are transported on a powerful journey. Choreographer Glenville Lord says the work represents the full circle of his experience, starting as a junior dancer at the Oceania Centre, working […]