With the new year upon us, there’s no better time to plan for your next family vacation. The island paradise of Fiji offers a range of family-friendly luxury resorts that are now reachable via direct flights from Singapore. Here is a round-up of some of the best resorts the island has to offer.
Shangri-La’s Fijian Resort and Spa
Nestled on a 109-acre private island, Shangri-La’s Fijian Resort and Spa is an enchanting tropical gem. The resort boasts an extensive range of activities: from guided snorkel safaris to parasailing, kayaking, beach volleyball and gamefishing. Shangri-La also recently launched its ‘Kids on Us’ package, which offers families great discounts on rooms, meals and activities for children through to 31 January 2017, making the resort a perfect getaway for the upcoming holiday season.
Outrigger on the Lagoon
Located off the western side of the main island of Viti Levu, the Outrigger on the Lagoon is one of Fiji’s most popular luxury resorts, offering top-notch service and experiences for the whole family. Outrigger’s kids’ club is sure to keep young children entertained, with fun activities such as traditional Fijian games; while an 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 12 and younger get complimentary meals daily with a Kids Eat Free special.
Plantation Island
On Malolo LaiLai Island, Plantation Island Resort is only a short transfer 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 that are scheduled throughout the day for endless fun. Parents travelling with children under three can also rest easy knowing the resort is also fully equipped with a children’s crèche and affordable babysitting services.
Castaway Island
Castaway Island was placed third in Tripadvisor’s Travellers’ Choice Awards Top 10 Hotels for Families in 2015. The resort is well known for its ability to balance a luxurious ambience with family-friendly amenities. In addition to kids’ club activities, Castaway Island is a great option for larger families, offering family bures – Fijian wood-and-straw huts – that can comfortably accommodate up to 10 guests.
InterContinental Fiji, Natadola
The picturesque InterContinental Fiji, Natadola Bay, offers a fun-filled family holiday. Children are entertained at Planet Trekkers, the resort’s signature kids’ club, while teenagers can try adrenaline-pumping activities such as beach football and touch rugby. The resort also offers nanny services and complimentary kids’ meals at its Sanasana Restaurant.
Fiji Airways flights depart Wednesday and Friday, and include special children’s meals and onboard entertainment to make the flight enjoyable for families. They are having a special promotion where return flights from Singapore start from S$699 for adults and S$425 for children under 11 for travel up to 30 June 2017.
To book flights and to see packages for five or eight nights, visit your local travel agent or go to www.fijiairways.com.
