Fiji – it’s culture, it’s paradise among hundreds of islands.  It’s one of the most popular vacation destinations in all the world.  What it’s not, however, is simply a spot to lounge on the beach.  While pictures of Fiji conjure up thoughts of a quiet, relaxing resort hub there is a lot more to Fiji than meets the eye.  The adventure starts in Viti Levu.

Viti Levu is the heart of the republic of Fiji and is most frequently called “the mainland” among locals.  This is the site of the nation’s capital and is also the largest of the islands in the region.  More than 75% of the population of Fiji reside on Viti Levu, with the majority split among the island’s three largest cities.

With that kind of population, and mass of tourism, you can expect to find a lot more to do outside of the beach. Read the rest of this entry »

There are thousands of niche vacation spots to choose from on a South Pacific vacation, but few are more popular than Fiji.  Located about 3000 kilometers east of Australia, the nation of Fiji is actually more than 300 islands that dot the pacific waters – and each has its own unique and majestic landscape with amazing beaches, magnificent coral, cool crystal waters, lush rain forest and scenic plantations.

If any place in the world could be classified as an island paradise, Fiji would be it.  Because of the varied culture and open-arm welcomes of the people, there are a range of options that cater to all types of visitors. Read the rest of this entry »

“Getting away from it all” might be dominating your thoughts as you try to plan your next big hiatus from the modern world, but that vacation doesn’t necessarily mean you have to run off to the farthest corner of the South Pacific all by yourself.

Sure it can be relaxing to soak up the sun on a quiet, secluded bitch outside your hut, or kayak around the cook islands and get back to nature without the need to carry a conversation, but there’s a major benefit to traveling with company.

Sometimes the best way to get yourself back to center is to spend extra time with friends and family.  Think about your schedule and everything you do?  How much time to do you really get with family anymore?  Most of us are so rushed, and so overworked, that we’re lucky to get just a few short hours with our loved ones – and even less with close friends each week.

Even if you’re strapped for time, you can make room.  Shift your priorities.  Learn how the Polynesians get their life in balance by embracing friends and family – because in the Cook Islands, family is the most important factor in daily living. Read the rest of this entry »

Travel Apps to Make Travel to the South Pacific Easy

We live in a digital age, and for the most part that is really helpful. Your phone can bring you any information you need in the blink of an eye. Think about the last time you got lost, or you couldn’t think of that guy who was in that one movie…you know? Your smartphone came to your rescue.

There is an app for everything. From banking to entertainment, you can download it to your phone and have whatever you need quickly. There are quite a few apps that are centered for travelers to help them on their adventures and getaways. So, when you are planning your South Pacific vacation, think about what you want to pack into your phone’s ‘suitcase’. Here are five apps that will help you through every stage or your trip. Read the rest of this entry »

Come, Shop, Stay – Discovering Tasmania

There are very few places in the South Pacific, let alone the world, that are quite like Tasmania. It is unique, exciting, and a great place to discover new art or buy your new dinner party conversation starter. Shopping makes a great day activity, strolling through local markets and galleries. It is an fascinating option of any South Pacific vacation itinerary.

Shopping in Tasmania – Unique Treasures and Interesting Finds

Whether you want fine wood crafts, photography works, or handmade wool products, you can find it in Tasmania. Shops in a main area are usually open from 9 or 10 am to 5pm seven days a week. Supermarkets and convenience stores have longer hours, and ATMS and EFTPOS are abundant. Read the rest of this entry »

There are few feelings that compare with weightlessly floating over the water, the sound of your paddle dipping in, the heat of the sun on your shoulders and face. Kayaking is a popular hobby all around the world. It can be thrilling or relaxing, a sport or just a recreation activity. Whether you are looking for adventure or just a different way to see New Zealand, a kayak tour is an excellent choice for your South Pacific vacation.

New Zealand’s waterways are a network of rain fed rivers, intricate mazes in Marlborough Sounds, and deep azure waters of the Bay of Islands. There are tours for all levels of skill from novice to advanced, and a tour to please any appetite. Here are a few popular places, and also some popular tour companies to start planning your New Zealand kayaking adventure.

Where the Water is Good – Best Places to Kayak in New Zealand Read the rest of this entry »

Bora Bora – The Island So Nice They Named It Twice

When you think of a romantic getaway, what do you think of? Sandy beaches, calm waters, swaying palm trees, luxurious accommodations? Bora Bora has all that and more. This island is the ideal candidate if you are looking for a bit of that spark on your South Pacific vacation.

From Tahiti, Bora Bora is just a one hour flight. Romantics from all over the globe have had their breath taken away by the perfect blue ocean and lush tropical landscapes, all topped off with a majestic Mount Otemanu. This South Pacific vacation spot has something to offer to everyone, making it the best choice for your romantic getaway.

An Island Blooming With Romance – What to do in a South Pacific vacation Paradise

Bora Bora is is considered by some to be the most romantic island in the South Pacific. This island has a surplus of dramatic scenery viewed from overwater bungalows, perfect white sand beaches lapped by sapphire waters, and plenty of relaxing spas and resorts speckling its landmass. On a ‘romantic’ scale of 1 to 10 – we rate Bora Bora an 11. Read the rest of this entry »

Great Barrier Reef Getaways for Your South Pacific Vacation

There is nothing like an island escape. Warm breezes, blue water, white sand, and fruity drinks underneath the tropical sun. Sound amazing? The Great Barrier Reef Islands have all that and more. With over a 100 islands to choose from, you’ll find your perfect paradise. Each island is different and can be a bit difficult to choose. Here are five islands of the Great Barrier Reef to inspire your South Pacific vacation.

Lizard Island – “heeeere lizard lizard lizard”

Captain James Cook first ventured into this territory in 1770. His crew was seeking refuge from the deadly reef and when they landed, Cook climbed to a point, now called Cooks’ Look, to view a safe passage out of the reef. Aptly named, the island is abundant in goannas which are a type of monitor lizard. The entire island is a national park covering over 1000 hectares and offers everything that a South Pacific vacation should: snorkeling, wildlife, secluded beaches, even its own airship.

There is a resort on Lizard Island, and it is right on the world famous reef. Accommodations are private rooms with balcony overlooking the sandy beaches and expansive native gardens. Here, you can windsurf, water ski, sail, play tennis, fish, hike, and let yourself go. Read the rest of this entry »

There are many ways to see Australia, but there is one that surpasses them all. Wild Bush Luxury provokes and reconnects guests to the wilderness of Australia through natural, unique and quintessentially Aussie. Wild Bush Luxury treats their guests to style while experiencing the diverse habitat of Australia through their many options of camps and journeys. Wild Bush Luxury is dedicated to keeping the beauty of Australia the way it was, so all adventures strive to create the smallest ecological footprint. Here is just a small selection to inspire you next South Pacific vacation.

Wild Bush Luxury Camps – Starting with the Sal Salis Ningaloo Reef

This camp is hidden in the beautiful white sand dunes of Western Australia’s Cape Range National Park. Just meters from the clear water’s edge are five spacious wilderness tents. Sal Salis offers a world’s best, Ningaloo Reef. Discover all it has to offer with helpful guides while still relaxing in style and comfort. While there, you can kayak, snorkel, view beautiful wildlife and go on guided gorge walks. There will be new things to say everyday. Read the rest of this entry »

There are many ways to see Australia, but one of the most exciting is on a safari. It allows you to see the land, the wildlife and experience the beauty of the Down Under Continent with an experienced guide leading the way. There are many safari companies to cater to every need in every region of Australia, but if you want to see the Outback and surrounding mountainous regions, all the while being as close to nature as you can get, then Gawler Ranges Wilderness Safaris is the company for your Australian vacation.

The Gawler Ranges are North West of Adelaide on the Eyre Peninsula. It is by far the best the Outback has to offer with diverse terrain that changes from desert to woodland, and features an aged volcanic landscape filled with gorges and weathered outcrops. This area blooms in the spring with a blanket of wildflowers and colorful, vivid aviary species. You can also see emus, kangaroo and wombat here. Read the rest of this entry »