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Savusavu Ready For You To Visit

- MARAIA VULA and SHRATIKA NAIDU Feedback: maraia.vula@fijisun.com.fj

If you want to take a break from the hustle and bustle of the city or visit Vanua Levu than you are in luck.

The hidden paradise of

Fiji is still one of the best tourism destinatio­ns that you can visit. Savusavu has some amazing affordable accommodat­ion that is unique and welcoming.

Savusavu Tourism Associatio­n chairperso­n Delia

Rothnie-Jones, in an interview said Savusavu offers a delightful break in a spectacula­r setting, and the hospitalit­y and friendline­ss of the people are as strong as ever.

While some properties in

Savusavu are closed, six properties have opted to offer local packages at affordable prices.

“We have very friendly people which means when you come, you really meet a lot of people and will be greeted very warmly,” Ms

Rothnie-Jones said.

“We offer all the best of Fiji. We really do have a vast array of beautiful scenery and things to do.

“Now more than ever it’s a special place to come and find peace and relaxation away from all the worries, and there are a range of fantastic offers for locals

“Savusavu has various unique attraction­s, some of the snorkellin­g we have is absolutely world class, a lot of accessible waterfalls, J Hunter Pearl farms, small chocolate factory to name a few places to visit,” Ms Rothnie-Jones said.

“What’s more, now that some travel restrictio­ns have been lifted, all our restaurant­s in town are open so you can still enjoy a good meal and a drink overlookin­g the beautiful harbour and Bay.” However, curfew hours still remain from 10pm to 5am daily until further notice.

Transporta­tion

She said it was easy to get to Savusavu by ferry or air. “With four direct flights a week from Viti Levu with Fiji Link and regular services to Labasa with both Fiji Link and Northern Air - Labasa is a beautiful drive over the mountains which many visitors enjoy as part of their stay,” she said.

“We are currently running a local special offer - you can see all the details: Scan QR Code above to view.

Goundar Shipping Limited (GSL) offers three weekly trips to Savusavu from Suva on Monday, Wednesday and Friday at a fare price of $49 one way.

The Monday and Friday service also includes a trip to Taveuni from Savusavu.

She said like tourism all over the world, the closing of borders has had a severe impact on their internatio­nal tourism business and some resorts and properties are closed.

“However, others have stayed open.

“A number of our activity providers are still welcoming visitors,” Ms Rothnie-Jones said.

 ??  ?? An aerial view of the Savusavu Copra Shed Marina, Savusavu Town, Vanua Levu
An aerial view of the Savusavu Copra Shed Marina, Savusavu Town, Vanua Levu
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insight into the history of pearling. J. Hunter Pearl’s offers educationa­l tours of the pearl farm allowing visitors to Savusavu an

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