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Say "Bula!" to the best of Fijiand be enchanted by thetropical magic and friendlysmiles of this South Pacificgem on your next family

getaway. This archipelago, made up of333 islands, golden beaches andwonderful food, promises the perfect mixof fun and relaxation for all ages.

There are so many great family-friendly resorts on this little slice ofparadise that it can be almost impossibleto choose where to stay. From desertedbeaches to fantastic kids' clubs, epicresort pools to awesome on-siteactivities, we've found the very best thatFiji has to offer in our list of the top eightfamily resorts, with four stars and under.

ANDREA OBANDO

finds what makes these Fijianresorts the best of the best.

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PLANTATION ISLANDRESORTw w w, p I a n ta t i on is I a nd.c o mAdventure, relaxation, culture, fine dining andaccommodations boasting jaw-droppingocean views are what Fijian holidays are allabout... and Plantation Island Resort has allthis and more.

© ACCOMMODATIONThe resort offers beachfront, garden, poolsideand studio bures and guest rooms.

©KIDS'CLUBWith the Coconut Kids' Club, personalisedchild-minding and the Children's Creche andIndoor Activities Centre, the sky's the limitwhen it comes to entertaining younger guests.From crab racing and pineapple cracking toface painting and dolphin safaris, the kids willhave a blast while meeting new buddies.

©POOLThe resort features four different water playoptions: the ocean pool, the oasis pool, thekids' pool and its brand-new water park - aholiday heaven featuring six action-packedmodules including a tower and trampoline.

CASTAWAY ISLANDcastawayfiii.comAlthough this pristine private island issurrounded by white beaches, turquoise watersand vibrant coral reefs, it's the warmth of thefriendly staff that truly makes a stay atCastaway Island so memorable.

© ACCOMMODATIONVisitors can choose from 65 spacious buresnestled on the beachfront or among the lushresort gardens.

©KIDS'CLUBSuitable for children three years and over, thelittle ones have a blast braiding hair, snorkellingor chasing crabs under the sun at Castaway'skids' club. The added bonus? It's free for allguests staying at the resort.

©POOLThere are two main pools available atCastaway Island. The 25-metre-long Maluawas designed for parents and adults who areseeking some quiet time and features aJacuzzi and swim-up bar. The 20-metre-longNuku-Marau freshwater family pool, is perfectfor kiddie splash time.

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Jean-Michel Cousteau ResortFIJ I

An Enriching Experience For All AgesAt the award winning inclusive five star Jean-Michel Cousteau Resort -Fiji you will rekindle romance, savour creative gourmet cuisine, relax,

rejuvenate with a massage and enjoy snorkelling and fishing while yourtreasures are nurtured by fantastic Fijian nannies. The only resort in Fiji toemploy a marine biologist, it has created a wonderful program for children(Bula Club 9am-9pm) which focuses on fun, culture and the environment.

It creates time for families to bond and allows parents some wonderful"couples time out". Two children under 13 are free with 2 adults.

For enquiries on family packages inclusive of 2 free nights + bonuses

call: 1300 306 171 email: [email protected] or see your local Travel Agent

Free nanny for each child under 6 years 9am-9pm

www.fijiresort.com

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04 Fijian host at Castaway Island 05 An aerial view of CastawayIsland 06 Ocean views at Mana Island Resort & Spa 07 Little TreasuresKids' Club 08 Family Bure 09 Little guests. Images 08 & 09 © MaloioIsland Resort/Likuliku Lagoon Resort/Hamilton Lund Photography

MANA ISLAND RESORT & SPA• • .

If mum and dad are seeking a chance to getfar away from everyday stress, then your familyis in the right place. Relaxation is the name ofthe game at Mana Island Resort; the expansivegrounds' range of activities will keep the kidssmiling while parents take a moment forthemselves to unwind.

O ACCOMMODATIONThe resort offers six distinct room categories,both bures and rooms.

©KIDS'CLUBAs mum and dad find their Zen, the kids will beentertained by the friendly crew at Tu VonuKids' Club. If you're lucky, your visit willcoincide with the monthly Environment Daywhen sessions focus on teaching childrenabout Fiji's unique ecosystems, with activitiesincluding planting trees and coral.

©POOLThe resort provides two large freshwaterswimming pools located on the north side ofthe island; the infinity pool is for adults only andincludes a therapeutic spa.

MALOLO ISLAND RESORT

With just the sounds of coconut trees swayingin the wind and waves lapping the shore atyour feet, what better place is there to relaxthan at Maloio Island Resort? Here, ocean andjungle meet to bring guests an interestingblend of adventure and R&R.

© ACCOMMODATIONThe resort offers 46 bures in four differentcategories, including family and beachfront.

©KIDS'CLUBLet the children discover Fijian traditions withthe Yanu Yanu programme, offered by Tia'sTreehouse. During the programme, kids agedtour to 12 can live like a Maloio islander for aday - or even a week - wearing localcostumes, participating in traditionalceremonies and taking language lessons.

©POOLEither sit back and relax around the family poolor, when the kids are busy at Tia's Treehouse,mum and dad can indulge at the al fresco pooldeck lounge or lap up the rays in their owncabana at the adults-only pool.

TREASURE ISLAND RESORTwww.treasufeisland-fiii.comOn a beautiful coral atoll just 30 minutes fromFiji's mainland, Treasure Island Resort truly isthe epitome of island life. Surrounded by amarine reserve and a pioneer in ecologicalawareness, it is the perfect place for little flowerchildren to connect with nature.

© ACCOMMODATIONThe resort offers 68 bures enjoying beach orgarden views, the premium option located justmetres from the sand.

©KIDS'CLUBThe Little Treasure Kids' Club welcomes kidsaged five to 11. Fun activities like snorkellingand face painting are provided, but the realhighlight is the ecological awarenessprogramme available to all ages, where littleones can feed rare iguanas, participate in thereintroduction of marine species to their habitatand plant new corals in the reef.

©POOLThe three pools enjoy panoramic ocean views,the largest with a picture-perfect infinity edgestretching to the horizon.

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The Naviti ResortCoral Coast, Fiji

READERS' CHOICE

The Naviti Resort, situated on Fiji's famousCoral Coast, is cocooned on 38 acres oflush vibrant gardens alongside tropicalbeaches and coconut palms. Just 90minutes away from Nadi's InternationalAirport, this resort currently boasts a total of220 rooms including deluxe suites and villaswith private balcony or patio overlooking themountains, garden or ocean.

Being the family resort that it is well knownfor its Vonu Kids' Club, giving parents thechance to relax and rejuvenate while theirchildren are entertained by our team ofprofessional activities staff. In a word, TheNaviti is freedom - freedom that comes withlush tropical gardens with far-reachingwaterways and secluded nooks to ensurethe tranquillity of the environment.

Q Queens Highway, P.O. Box 29, Korolevu, Fiji Islands \ . +679 653 0444 Fax: +679 653 0099

Email: [email protected] Website: www.warwicknavit i .com

Cards: All major credit cards Star Rating: 'k'k'k +

Fact Filekk FS32OVIP-bed" • & breakfast for

2 adults and 2childrenF$585VIP - Allinclusive packagefor 2 adults and2 children

«W Yes (highchairsand cots)

r*B LCD TV in all rooms

Ages 5-12 yrs

1 F$15 for first hr,F$7 per hrthereafter. 1 daynotice req.

, 1 pool

4 courts, free

resort golf course

90 mins viacoach or privatecar from Nadi

2016 Trip Advisor - Certificate of Excellence Award2016 Trip Advisor - Traveler's Choice Award - Families2015 "Holiday with Kids"- Top 5 Favourite Family Resort - Fiji2015 - Tripadvisor - Certificate of Excellence Hall of Fame inductee2015 - Tripadvisor - Certificate of Excellence Award2015 Tripadvisor - Traveller's Choice award - Families - South Pacific2015 Tripadvisor - Traveller's choice award - Families - Fiji

WARWICK

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10 Water activity time 11 Friendly staff. Images 10 & 11 © Plantation Island Resort12 R&R at DoubleTree Resort by Hilton Hotel Fiji 13 Learning about local traditions© The Naviti Resort

THE NAVITI RESORTwarwickhotels.com/naviti-resortLocated on the famous Coral Coast, The NavitiResort is a beachside haven cocoonedbetween golden beaches and tropical gardens- and host to a treasure trove of family fun. Iffun and adventure are a must, then you havefound the right place; this resort offers archerylessons, tennis, pool volleyball, coconuthusking and more.

© ACCOMMODATIONThe resort offers 220 comfortable hotel rooms,suites and villas, with the deluxe optionsenjoying ocean views.

©KIDS'CLUBThe Ratu & Adi Vonu Kids' Club offers fun tokids aged five to 12 with scheduled activityplans that might start with the feeding of Luluthe donkey, followed by a tour of the village,cooking demonstrations, underwater treasurehunts and traditional Fijian dance lessons.

©POOLWhile the little ones practise their dancemoves, mum and dad can relax at the resort'sall-ages pool area.

THE FIJI HIDEAWAYRESORT AND SPAwww.hideawayfiji.cornFrom village tours and cooking classes totraditional kava ceremonies and snorkelling inthe underwater world of the Coral Coast, theFiji Hideaway Resort and Spa is a fantasticoption to get your little explorers out and about.

© ACCOMMODATIONThe resort offers an array of accommodationoptions, from Frangipani Bures to BeachfrontVillas and Two-Bedroom Bures.

©KIDS'CLUBThe Hermit Crab Kids' Club is suitable forchildren aged four to 12 and guaranteesnothing but ear-to-ear smiles. From treasurehunts to sand castle building, bush walks tococonut weaving, snorkelling lessons toglass-bottom boat tours, hermit crab catchingto beach picnics, they will no doubt be beggingto go back for more the next day.

©POOLThe resort has one large beachside pool,complete with a swirling water slide... for racingone another of course.

DOUBLETREE RESORTBY HILTON HOTEL FIJIdoubletree.comLocated on the gorgeous island of Sonaisali,only a three-minute boat ride from the mainisland of Viti Levu, the DoubleTree Resort byHilton Hotel Fiji offers a stunning South Pacificbackdrop and a warm Fijian welcome. The bestpart? Due to its location, guests will feel worldsaway from the holiday hotspots of Fiji... in thebest possible way.

© ACCOMMODATIONThe resort offers 120 rooms, with optionsincluding guest rooms and oceanview bures,

©KIDS'CLUBThe kids' club is available for children agedthree to 12 and daily activities include scubadiving, sailing and paintball matches. Inaddition, there is a childcare centre, kids'menus in the hotels restaurants, high chairs,cots, babysitting services and a playground.

©POOLIf doing nothing is what you want, say no more!The outdoor freeform pool has bar service anda view of the ocean to die for. •

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