With half a million tourists a year, Fiji is quickly establishing itself as one of the most welcoming and attractive places to visit in the Pacific region.

Fiji offers a wide variety of activities for families, adrenaline junkies and eco-tourists alike. Good planning is needed to make the most of your dream vacation in the Pacific. However, many people leave Fiji without discovering the true magic of the archipelago. The advancement of the tourism industry on the island means that the place is packed with the usual western and eastern “attractions” and money shooters. Luxurious shopping malls, fast food outlets, Chinese and Indian restaurants have been built on all the islands. My best advice would be: let’s say outside of these critical points. You can get Asian fast food around the corner without leaving the comfort of your hometown. You’re going to Fiji for a special adventure, so head straight into its verdant bounty.

Hiking in Fiji is one of the best things to do. There are six national parks in the archipelago. If you want to understand why some people care about the conservation of the rainforest, go there and you will see what a magnificent place a rainforest is. It is nothing like the usual forest of the Western world.

Koroyanitu is the most popular national park. It offers day trips and camping adventures that will allow you to discover the rainforest and some local towns where almost nothing has changed since the days James Cook was there. For the best views in Fiji, head to Nausori National Park. You’ll see dormant volcanoes and lush green hills above abundant, rich valleys and magnificent ravines.

The reason you’ve heard of Fiji is probably scuba diving. That remains one of the most popular things to do in the Fiji Islands. The reason for this is the clarity of the water and the beauty of the underwater world. The coral reefs with thousands of colorful fish and a wide variety of plants are worth seeing. Some of the reefs are over 4,000 years old, so tourists have to be responsible and try not to disturb this subtle life form. Natural coral reefs are very important to the world ocean ecosystem. Look and admire but don’t touch!

Other things to do in Fiji include sailing a replica pirate schooner between the islands, playing golf, taking day trips to museums and heritage items, sailing, and perhaps shopping. There are some local markets on the islands. By visiting them, you will encounter the friendly and relaxed way of the islands, learn more about the locals and maybe find some items of interest. The locals have kept up the old traditions and when it comes to craftsmanship and originality, they easily outperform other so-called native destinations.

Fiji cannot be put in any kind of parentheses. it’s for everyone. Every tourist will find something that captures the imagination and leaves good memories.