There are three official languages in Fiji: English, Fijian and Hidustani.

Native Fijians are mostly Christians with most being Roman Catholic and Methodists. The local Indian Fijians are mostly Hindi or Muslim and the local Chinese also practice Buddhism.

Throughout Fiji it is 240 volts with AC/50 cycles.

GTM +12

Most likely yes. You will need to communicate with your provider for specific use while in Fiji. Or you can pick up a disposable cell phone when you arrive for use while you are in Fiji. If you are interested in this option please ask your Bula Vacations representative.

The international country dialing code for the Fiji Islands is +679.

911 is the number called to contact the Fiji's Emergency services.

The peak tourist season in Fiji is from June to October. This is the winter season and the weather is dry and warm.

The Fiji Islands enjoy a tropical climate, with warm dry winters and hot wet summers. In the 'winter' temperatures are still very warm during the day (even up to 30°C). However, the evening breezes can be cool, so if you are visiting Fiji it is best to bring a light wrap for the evening.

The rainy season is in the summer months from November to March.

The summer month’s maximum temperatures average about 31°C (88°F).

The winter month’s maximum temperatures average about 29°C (84°F).

There are no poisonous snakes. There are some indigenous "harmless" snakes, however, but these now only exist on some outer islands as the introduction of the mongoose in the late 19th century to control rats in the sugar cane plantations on the main islands led to the devastation of land-dwelling birds, snakes and amphibious creatures.

Yes, in the major cities such as Suva, Nadi, Lautoka, Savusavu etc. have water treatment plants and the water is safe to drink.

Tipping in Fiji is not encouraged in most resorts, hotels or tourist establishments. Please note that most resorts have a "Staff Christmas Fund" were staff share donations given by customers over the year.

Meke is a traditional Fijian dance that is used to welcome visitors, or celebrate social or religious occasions. Women preform fan dances and men perform spear and club dances. It is now a very popular form of entertainment at tourist resorts through the country.

A ' sevusevu ' is a Fijian ritual ceremony of great importance in the Fijian culture. The cultural significance is quite complex and one can find detailed explanations that outline the subtleties. Simply put, it is a courteous introduction of newcomers (guests) to an existing community (host). Typically the guest(s) should offer waka (kava root) to the host. The acceptance of the waka is a way of welcoming the newcomer. The drinking of yaqona (kava) is common at a sevusevu.

This is a traditional Fijian feast that where the meal is cooked in the earth. Traditionally the Fijians cook cassava, sweet potatoes, yams and meat such as pork, lamb or chicken. Many resorts offer a 'lovo' as one of their special nightly meals.

Found along the shore of Fiji’s many island coastal regions are an estimated 20,000 hectares of Mangroves forest. Growing in the salty waters of tidal estuaries or in muddy, oxygen-rich waters these forests are rich in bird and sea-life and also provide plentiful fishing grounds for the local peoples.

Fiji has only one native mammal… the bat. Of the six species of bat found in Fiji are three species of fruit bat including the large Polynesian Flying Fox (pteropus tonganus). Other common non-native mammals introduced by modern visitors including: rats, dogs, pigs, goats, mongooses, horses and sheep.

Greater variety exists in the reptile and amphibian populations. The rare Fijian Crested Iguana (Brachylophus vitiensis) is one of two species of Iguana that call Fiji home. Additionally are multiple species of skink, gecko and snake none of which are venomous.

The Fijian archipelago is best known, however, as a paradise for bird lovers with over 100 species of birds 25 of which are found nowhere else on Earth. Visitors will see many types of parrots and lorikeets such as the Collared Lori, the national bird, in wooded areas or near the resorts. Seabirds such as Albatross, terns, petrel, pelicans and boobies live in abundance along the shore. Other birds include a variety of raptors, doves, ducks, warblers and fantails to name a few.