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Sunny skies, swaying coconut palms casting long shadows on sandy shores teasingly lapped by aquamarine waters, sails billowing in the gentle breeze, boats coming in laden with fresh sea bounty and long, cool drinks served by smiling islanders happy to have guests over - all that and much more is on offer in the Fiji Islands. Pleasure seekers, lotus-eaters and those with wanderlust in their blood head out to the Republic of Fiji - a tropical paradise of three hundred islands in the mid-South Pacific.

A melting pot of many Pacific and Asian cultures, the Fiji Islands reflects the laid back, easy-going nature and holiday ambience of the Pacific Islands. Well connected by international airlines, Fiji has a superb tourist infrastructure and is the perfect pleasure trip for snorkelers, scuba divers, swimmers and beach bums. Great food, a warm and friendly people and weather designed to please even the most difficult - add to that sun, sand and sea and its an all-time unbeatable combination.

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FIJI QUICK FACTS

• Capital: Suva
• Currency: Fijian dollar (FJD)
• Area: 18,270km²
• Population: 883 483 (2018)
• Language: English (official), Fijian, Hindustani
• Religion: Christian 58% (Methodist 36%, Roman Catholic 9%), Hindu 33.7%, Muslim 7%, Sikh 0.4%
• Electricity: 240V, 50Hz (Australian plug)

FIJI PUBLIC HOLIDAYS

• 10 October, Fiji Day
• 26 December, Boxing Day

Also, Good Friday, Easter Saturday, Easter Monday, Diwali, and Maulid an-Nabi.

FESTIVALS IN FIJI

FIJI WEATHER SYNOPSIS

Temperatures in Fiji remain relatively constant throughout the year, averaging around 23-25°C in the dry season (May-Oct) and 26-27°C in the wet season (Nov-Apr). Greater seasonal variation is seen in the precipitation regime, with an average of around 250-400mm of rainfall per month in the wet season and 80-150 mm per month in the dry. Periods of drought are known to occur during El Niño periods. Annual precipitation shows some spatial variation, Fiji’s most populous island, Viti Levu, sees much stronger precipitation on its east side compared to its west. Tropical cyclones are a major feature of climate in the Fijian region and are another variable influenced both in terms of intensity and location by El Niño Southern Oscillation.

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HEALTH RISKS IN FIJI

Be aware of possible health risks in 

Fiji

Yellow fever - The yellow fever virus is found in tropical and subtropical areas of Africa and South America. The virus is spread to people by the bite of an infected mosquito. There is no medicine to treat or cure an infection. To prevent getting sick from yellow fever, use insect repellent, wear long-sleeved shirts and long pants, and get vaccinated.

Zika Virus - Zika is spread mostly by the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito. These mosquitoes bite during the day and night. Zika can be passed from a pregnant woman to her fetus. Infection during pregnancy can cause certain birth defects. There is no vaccine or medicine for Zika.

Malaria - Malaria is a serious and sometimes fatal disease caused by a parasite that commonly infects a certain type of mosquito which feeds on humans. People who get malaria are typically very sick with high fevers, shaking chills, and flu-like illness. Although malaria can be a deadly disease, illness and death from malaria can usually be prevented.

Dengue - Dengue is spread mostly by the bite of an infected Aedes species mosquito. These mosquitoes bite during the day and night. About one in four people infected with dengue will get sick. For people who get sick with dengue, symptoms can be mild or severe.

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