Captain Cook and the HMS Endeavor. Fijian History found in Rhode Island
Saturday, 07 May 2016
Many of you may remember from school the stories of Captain James Cook and the HMS Endeavor. Captain Cook sailed from England on the Endeavor in 1768. He first arrived in Tahiti in 1769, and then sailed out to circumnavigate New Zealand. After which, he became the first European to visit the Eastern coast of
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The 6 National Parks of Fiji You Must See
Monday, 02 May 2016
Today, there are 6 national parks that are managed by the National Trust of Fiji. All of these parks offers a variety of outstanding natural beauty and include features, such as hiking trails, natural scenery and abundant exotic wildlife. The best part of this parks, is that itโs not yet filled with tourist so you
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Fiji Cyclone Relief: Help is Needed for this Tropical Paradise
Wednesday, 24 February 2016
Tropical Cyclone Winston struck Fiji Saturday February 20th as a category 5 storm. (A Cyclone is the same thing as a Hurricane except it is in the Southwestern Pacific Ocean). A category 5 Tropical Cyclone (like Winston) has winds in excess of 155 mph (249 kph). Tropical Cyclone Winston was the most powerful storm on
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Exploring Fiji’s Yasawa Islands
Monday, 24 August 2015
Located in the north west of Fiji, the Yasawa island chain consists of 20 islands and numerous islets of pristine South Pacific beauty. With islands dotted with local villages, and resorts, their is something for everyone on the Yasawa island chain. You can island hop in style going from economical resort to economical resort in
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Prehistoric Ancient Fiji: A Voyage Across Time
Saturday, 31 January 2015
Fiji is an archipelago of 332 islands located in the Pacific. The country has myriad islets scattered over the Pacific, with 87% of its citizens permanently inhabiting 110 of the bigger islands. Because of vibrant forestry and natural resource industries, Fiji has one of the standout economies in the region. However, it has not always
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Fiji Etiquette – What You Need To Know
Saturday, 31 January 2015
Fiji is one of the most popular island destinations. It offers great weather all year round and there is so much to explore. If you are planning to visit Fiji, it is important to know what the locals expect of visitors to avoid offending them. Here are some important details about Fiji Etiquette and the
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Fijian Legends in the Ancient Times
Saturday, 31 January 2015
Fijians are inhabitants from the island in the Pacific Ocean known as the Republic of Fiji.This Island became independent in 1987 from the hands of the Great Britain which comprised of several ethnic groups originated from Fiji Island. In most cases they share cultural traits besides that they had a right to own resources, right
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Incredibly Surprising Fiji Facts
Saturday, 31 January 2015
Fiji’s tradition and its land have a lot of unseen and amazing surprises for everyone. People of all ages get thrilled with the surprises Fiji presents. The culture which everyone enjoys here is the blend of the Tonga and Rotuman traditions. The whole community strives to present a unique identity and show a great hospitality
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Things to Know About Traditional Fijian Kava Ceremony
Tuesday, 27 January 2015
Things to Know About Traditional Fijian Kava Ceremony written by: marshd Fijian kava ceremony is one of the important activities in which people take part automatically while visiting any Fijian village. It is celebrated like a custom to present a gift of kava or yaqona root to the executive head of the village while visiting
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Fijian Legends in the Ancient Times
Tuesday, 27 January 2015
Fijians are inhabitants from the island in the Pacific Ocean known as the Republic of Fiji. This Island became independent in 1987 from the hands of the Great Britain which comprised of several ethnic groups originated from Fiji Island. In most cases they share cultural traits besides that they had a right to own resources,
- Published in Fiji History
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