How to live the life of luxury in Fiji

If you really want to let your hair down on holiday without sparing any expense, Fiji is where it’s at.

We take a look at some of the best hotels, restaurants and experiences for those keen to splash the cash.

Nanuku Auberge Resort

Nanuku is the gold-class of resorts, and magnificent experience well worth the extra splash of cash. With breathtaking Pacific Ocean views and dedicated luxury services as a base package, Nanuku seems to have left itself nowhere else to go. But once you book into one of the lavish villas, which includes a private garden complex, swimming pool, Jacuzzi, butler services, golf cart and all-inclusive dining, you will know that for Nanuku, the sky is not the limit. Days on this private island can be spent kayaking, paddle boarding and jet skiing, or participating in a soothing yoga class. Looking to add a little pizazz to you trip, why not try the making fire without matches creative workshop?

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Likuliku Lagoon Resort

They say that the best things come in small packages. Well, this couldn’t be more true for the Likuliku Lagoon Resort, offering only ten private and exclusive overwater bures, each sitting majestically above the coral reef, offering panoramic ocean views. From your private balcony, you can step right into the ocean. Located on Malolo Island, there is no better place to sip on a Pina Colada from your private deck or if you prefer, from your grand bathtub. With a plethora of activities available through the resort and on the surrounding Mamanuca Islands, this is the perfect place to let your hair down and enjoy a well-deserved holiday.

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CHI, The Spa at the Shangri-La

Rejuvenate your body and reawaken your senses at Shangri-La’s CHI, The Spa. Based on authentic natural healing methods found in traditional wellness practices shared by local and Asian cultures, CHI is the ultimate in spa indulgence. Not sure what to expect? Here is a quick overview of CHI’s Dusk Till Dawn package.

As dusk approaches and the sun begins to set over the horizon, start your luxurious experience with a Water Therapy Bath (served with a fruit cocktail and a platter of seasonal fruit of course), follower by a CHI Skin Polish, Aromatic Herbal Steam and a traditional Fijian Bobo Massage. After a night’s sleep, you will be woken by the rays of dawn streaming into your private balcony, where breakfast is served followed by a customized Facial.

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Head offshore to the Mamanuca Islands

‘Tropical paradise’ might be the most clichéd phrase in the travel-writing book, but there is no other way to describe the Mamanuca Islands. These twenty palm fringed islands envy any paradise – draped with spectacular white sand beaches and brilliant coral gardens.

As one of the most established resort areas in Fiji, these islands offer parasailing, windsurfing, dolphin-watching, diving and some of the best surf breaks in the world. There is no shortage of luxury resorts on the the Mamanuca Islands, so the only thing you need to decide it which one to choose!

Tivua Private Island Day Cruise

Set sail aboard ‘Ra Marama’ or ‘Fiji One’ which departs Port Denarau Marina daily and cruises to Tivua Island – a tropical island surrounded by a white sandy beach and colourful coral gardens.
On this Private Island experience, Captain Cook Cruises offers guided snorkelling and glass-bottomed boat tours and the use of canoes. On the island, guests can take part in a traditional kava ceremony, fish feeding, experience traditional music and entertainment, watch a coconut husking demonstration and beach volleyball. And the list goes on. For an additional cost, you can even splurge on a5 Star PADI scuba diving experience and Senakai spa treatments.

The best part? The package also includes the Captain’s Kids club activities such as sandcastle building, snorkelling, treasure hunt, turtle breeding guided walk, basket weaving to keep the little ones entertained while you have the experience of a lifetime.

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