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Fiji is one of the most beautiful island nations of the South Pacific. It is an archipelago, which means it is a nation made up entirely of islands. There are 332 islands to be exact. The largest islands are Vanua Levu and Viti Levu, levu meaning “island.” The capital city of the nation is on Viti Levu, called Suva; it is also the largest city. The name of the nation Fiji, is actually an English name that is loosely based on how the natives pronounce the name of the island “Viti.”
As a traveler, your main concern will be the climate. Fiji is known for its beautiful beaches and tropical climate, but that is not the whole story. Okay, it is most of the story. However, they have a hurricane season that lasts for most of our winter. Hurricanes are rare, but when they strike, they are serious.
When traveling to Fiji, you will likely arrive at NAN, the Nadi International Airport. For most of the region, this is a refueling station as crossing the Pacific is a long journey. Most flights from the US to Asia will stop there so it will be easy to catch a flight.
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In Fiji, most locals do not own a car. Their taxi system is top notch. It is relatively inexpensive and will get you everywhere you need to be. You will have the option to rent a car or use the public bus as well. If you want the true Fiji experience you will find the taxi adequate.