Family-friendly luxury resorts in Fiji
With direct flights from Singapore, the island paradise should be on every traveller's to-go list
EVEN though the best time to visit Fiji is between July and September, when the weather is dry and sun shines bright, during this peak season you may have to contend with sky-high prices. October, however, is when the flocks of tourists have departed so hotel room prices and flights should go down a bit.
The best part is the daily temperatures remain high and you don’t have to worry about tropical storms just yet. If you’re thinking of a vacation, this is the best time.
The island paradise of Fiji offers a range of family-friendly luxury resorts accessible via direct flights from Singapore on Fiji Airways.
The flights depart Wednesday and Saturday, and include special children’s meals and on-board entertainment for them to make the flight enjoyable for families. For details, go to www.FijiAirways.com.
Here are top eight luxury resorts to consider for your Fiji getaway:
1. SHERATON RESORT AND SPA, TOKORIKI ISLAND
The resort allows parents to truly unwind by offering comprehensive day and night child care programmes. The LaiLai Kids Club emphasises exploration and creativity, and infuses all its activities with Fijian traditions so that children learn about Fiji and its rich culture.
The resort also has family-friendly accommodation options such as interconnecting Island Breeze Rooms and the spacious and well-equipped Family Suite — each designed to give families the perfect opportunity to enjoy their time together.
2. PLANTATION ISLAND RESORT Located on Malolo LaiLai Island, it is only a short boat ride away from Nadi International Airport, making it a convenient option for families with young children.
The resort’s Coconut Kids Club offers a wide variety of activities throughout the day for endless fun. Parents travelling with children under 3 years can also rest easy knowing the resort is fully-equipped with a children’s nursery centre and an affordable babysitting service.
3. OUTRIGGER ON THE LAGOON RESORT
Located off the western side of the main island of Viti Levu, this is one of Fiji’s most popular luxury resorts offering top-notch service and experiences for you and your family.
The Outrigger’s Kids Club is sure to keep young children entertained with fun activities including traditional Fijian games, while the impressive range of teen activity programmes such as the Sigatoka Sand Dunes tour promises to take older children on an adventure of a lifetime. Best of all, children aged 12 and younger get complimentary meals daily with the Kids Eat Free special!
4. JEAN MICHEL COUSTEAU RESORT Overlooking the beautiful Savusavu Bay, this resort is the epitome of beauty, luxury and comfort. It offers the complimentary award-winning children’s Bula Club which provides fun and engaging activities for children from toddlers to 12-year-olds.
The Bula Club facilities include pools, trampolines and zip-lines, and educational activities such as a junior chef programme where older children visit the resort’s organic garden to learn farm-to-plate concepts and other aspects of farming such as composting.