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Are the people of Fiji really friendly?

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For example when a tourist walks in the city of Suva, should they be worried or roam around carelessly?

How about in the night?

How about if they went to villages? Are they safe?

If you were to give them advices, what advices would you give them?

Which places would you tell them not to go to?

In villages what kind of behavior should they adhere to ?

Tell us sara mada.

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Permalink Reply by Amirah Jhezron on June 13, 2009 at 1:42am: Roi hows Savusavu is it safe to walk around there at night and in the day too? Well good discussion you starting here....i wish i can contribute more and answer some questions but unfortunately i am still trying to learn how to make topoi and i need a good recipe and someone to teach me that.....; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by roi on June 13, 2009 at 1:44am: LOL, Savusavu is fine. :) Still safe and sound. :); ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Matt on September 8, 2009 at 8:41pm: Io, ons sara tu ga o Savusavu. Juz like in da movies.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Nasikawa Blues on June 13, 2009 at 10:09am: hahahahaiii; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Losalini Vulaono Nakauciri on June 13, 2009 at 6:26am: I reckon Tourists should research the destination where they're travelling first before they travel...you wouldn't want to end up like The woman that stole the bar mat and started screaming at Thai police officers. As for Fiji....seriously, the only thing to worry about is the bloody taxi drivers, and the nation's road rules if they even have any...apart from that, Fiji is indeed a friendly island.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Matt on September 8, 2009 at 8:44pm: Dou qarauna ga, eso na Tourist era dau Karate..........rua ga vei iko o sa davo, kena vo e na qai muri malua ga mai.....kemudrau, drau bula.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Kaline on June 13, 2009 at 6:36am: For example when a tourist walks in the city of Suva, should they be worried or roam around carelessly?

Caution, not worry, just as they'd care to anywhere else they're foreign to in the world.

How about in the night?

**Any rule that applies to any city in the world applies. Be cautious - you are as foreign to the culture as it is obvious to you, every which way you look.

At night in any of our urban centers, steering well away from the market, the wharf and the seawalls are the first safety tip and knowing exactly where the closest Police on the beat, mobile unit or station is, the nearest taxi cab company contact/location and the safest recommended eateries. Be sure to ask where the street walking and the prostitution zones are - avoid at all costs. Urgh!

How about if they went to villages? Are they safe?

Depends on the village host.

If you were to give them advices, what advices would you give them?

Give the originals (hard copy) to your Embassy/High Commission of all your traveling, banking papers, itinerary and all the contact person(s) and numbers of places you'll be hosted/staying for safe-keeping with contact numbers and addies of your limited list of contacts where you come from, in case of emergency. Be sure to ask an Embassy Official if they can agree to being the contact in case of emergency.

Have the copy of the closest credit card security number at hand - just in case. A limited credit card is best. Nothing exceeding $5K.

Update your innoculations - despite the no warning. Insurances coverage - make sure coverage is up to date and that it covers Fiji. Never travel with more than $100 in $5 bills. Always hide a $20 bill in case of an emergency taxi run in your shoe, your underwear - like pinned to your person - in case of pick pocketing. Whilst in Fiji - keep some Traveler's cheques with your papers at the High Commission.

Identify the closest medical center/hospital(s).

Hydrate. Mosquito repellent a must. Sun screen. Allergy medication/supplement. Pliable ear plugs for bedtime (if you aren't used to crickets, night crowing roosters and barking mongrels). Don't be afraid to ask for help from sober natives, many of whom speak and understand English, who aren't of the bystander or the passers-by personality types. They're of the sort who'll intervene.

Which places would you tell them not to go to?

Avoid the scuzzy spots. Here's a clue, the closer to the wharf, the market, office buildings, seawalls - Avoid at all costs after 5pm! Loitering is calling for trouble and undesirables in these areas.

In villages what kind of behavior should they adhere to?

No rowdiness. Single file walk through the village. No hats are to be adorned through the village or indoors. Females: No indecent exposure - Bikini is out, unless your hosts allows you to, at your own risk. Long skirt (think long bohemian broom, peasant skirts, sarongs), minimum of short sleeve. No shorts. No mini skirts. Sunday best attire for Church - nothing short and skimpy. Males: Shorts are acceptable. Sarongs are to be accessible - for pm activities or any remotely traditional activity which can be adorned above the shorts. No vests. No bare chest exposure. Short sleeved tees and shirts preferred. Sunday best for Church - Summer blazer optional.

** Take 2 host gifts. One upon arrival. One at departure.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Nasikawa Blues on June 13, 2009 at 10:12am: Love this Kai..
set saraga; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Absyntha on June 13, 2009 at 10:19am: Ok - as someone who is considered a 'tourist' because although I been going since I was 2 years old, I'm still not fijian....so....here's a few things.

Are they really friendly - yes....but be careful who you put your trust in! Say nudda more nudda less. I'm just blessed to know the people I know there and to have them know me all my life....

Advice I always give people:
- Dress appropriately, if you're on on the holiday islands do what you want - but be aware that generally too much exposure can be offensive, especially to the elder.
- Don't walk around at night on your own, especially if you are intoxicated.
- Don't rely on the police if there is a problem - but the time they get there....well....that's if you can get a hold of one lol
- Becareful of where you eat - dont buy rice - western stomachs usually can't handle it.....aka food poisoning...(yer weak stomachs we have!)
- Always be polite
- just general stuff really
- oh and dont get guilty in to buying stuff -especially in Nadi lol those indo-fijian...they good convincers lol

Are fijian people friendly? Yes, some maybe TOO friendly...if ya get the gist lol...but fijians in fiji - brillo. Again, exercise caution....(i just call on my fijian brothers there hehe)...but for the average tourist research where you're going and know what you're doing and what's expected. I dont recommend anyone to go to a village unless invited.

For girls - yes - be extra careful - same as anywhere in the world, but there is certain things on the rise in fiji and has been for past few years. Talking life long friends of mine - it's amazing to hear what they have to say. Put it this way - I've never walked home on my own....they wont let me.

Other than that - enjoy your holiday - enjoy the people - enjoy the culture - just be cautious and read up on where you going!! and maybe dont go on your own unless you know people there!!!; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Eddie mate on June 13, 2009 at 10:44am: Nice one sarah!......is that from your husband?....hahaha.; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Absyntha on June 13, 2009 at 2:29pm: Eddie - not married. But Im sure it would be wise words spoken by him if I had one LOL; ▶ Reply to This

Permalink Reply by Juventus ( yes u, i want u!! ) on June 13, 2009 at 11:10am: sarah if u ever com to Fiji...let me know!!:)...i wanna be your host family!!:)..plizz!!:)

u seem to have, the qualities of a true Fiji citizen!!:)

moce jo!!:); ▶ Reply to This