Choosing an interesting wedding venue in Fiji
Of the one hundred inhabited islands, almost all are ready to welcome young couples wishing to marry. Those who have already married in Fiji, recommend to pay attention to the large islands, where the infrastructure is developed and everything is designed for the celebration and honeymoon.
Yasawa
One of the most popular wedding venues in Fiji is Yasawa. It is an entire archipelago of more than half a dozen islands. The beauty of Yasawa for a wedding celebration is that it is here that classic Fijian weddings are held, with observance of all canons and traditions.
The undoubted plus will be a small tourist load on the archipelago, hotels on the islands are very few, which will allow the newlyweds to be alone with each other on their honeymoon. At the same time, Yasawa is an incredibly beautiful place, this archipelago is filmed for advertising brochures about Fiji. It is also the place where the movie «Blue Lagoon» was filmed. You can go there on a tour, and you can get married there for even more romance.
From entertainment the island offers fishing and diving. It is worth noting that this archipelago is considered one of the most budget-friendly options for a wedding in all of Fiji.
Vanua Levu
The second largest island of the state — Vanua Levu will please fans of diving and beach vacation. Wedding ceremonies here are held both traditional, Fijian, and European type. But all of them are held, as a rule, on the beach. The island is rich not only in what is under the water, but also in dense, impenetrable jungle. At the same time, the island is considered one of the greenest in Fiji. In the forests of Vanua Levu you can find exotic birds and animals that swirl around picturesque waterfalls.
This island is perfect for those who enjoy hiking and prioritize ecotourism. In the largest town of the island — Labasa, there are luxury hotels, a little farther from the center of the island you can find quieter places. Labasa is also famous for its sugar cane fields, which are filled with noise and fun during harvesting. If you choose this island for your wedding, you can be calm for your leisure time — there are many interesting things to do on the island. For example, the petroglyphs on the rocks in the village of Dakuniba.
Vita Levu
The largest and most densely populated island in the entire country, Vita Levu is considered the gateway for visitors, as it is where Fiji’s capital and the country’s main international airport are located. Vita Levu boasts not only a unique nature, but also an abundance of major cities where you can have fun and enjoy yourself. A wedding ceremony on Vita Levu can be done in a classic Fijian scenario or in a more conventional way.
Suva
The capital of the state and the largest city, Suva, offers the greatest amount of entertainment. The city is filled with architectural monuments from a variety of cultures and times, which gives the city a distinctive and vibrant feel. For young couples who choose this place for a wedding, the best conditions are offered, but the price will be significant, because we are talking about the capital.
Another major city of Vita Levu is Lautoka, which is considered the sugar capital of Fiji. The city got its nickname for the fact that in its vicinity grow the most delicious exotic fruits, but the main reason is the fields of sugar cane, which is grown in the suburbs of Lautoka on an industrial scale. The city is usually visited for its market and entertainment, but some exoticists consider Lautoka a great place to get married.
Worthy of the attention of young couples and the largest tourist area of Vita Levu — Coral Beach. It is almost a hundred kilometers of purest white-sand beaches and warm turquoise ocean. Coral Beach is the perfect place for a wedding. Here you can find an option for the celebration even in the economy variant.
Mamanuca
Another archipelago within the state is Mamanuca. It consists of 13 islands. All of them are very small in size, so that each one accommodates no more than one hotel. Thanks to this archipelago can offer the newlyweds some privacy during the wedding ceremony and during the honeymoon.
Among the most unusual attractions of the archipelago are visiting the nesting grounds of rare exotic birds and beaches with turtles. Most of the islands in the archipelago are covered with vegetation, which is why most of the activities involve visiting forests or caves. However, you can do something more interesting, for example, go to a small village where ancient customs and traditions are still adhered to, to see how Fijians lived centuries ago.
Another popular place for trips and weddings is the place where part of the movie Outcast was filmed. Specifically the part where Tom Hanks’ character talked to Wilson Ball. A more romantic pastime is offered by the sailors of the archipelago. Here you can hold a wedding ceremony on a luxury yacht or take a small cruise immediately after the celebration.
A wedding in Fiji is a luxurious yet elegant ceremony that will be remembered for years to come. To choose the best place, the right budget and to fulfill all the formalities, contact our wedding agency. We will find the best option for you and save you the hassle.