Have a long weekend approaching and don’t know how to spend it? How about a quick trip to one of the world’s most incredible tropical islands, Fiji? And while flying internationally for a quick escape might sound out of reach, taking off from Brisbane Airport means you’ll land in your very own coastal heaven in about three hours – a shorter flight time than reaching some popular long weekend destinations in Australia.
Read on to discover why your next flight out of Brisbane should be to the palm-lined islands of Fiji.
It’s only a three-hour flight from Brisbane
Brisbane Airport is the ideal starting point for the ultimate tropical getaway. There are daily flights departing Brisbane to Fiji, aboard Fiji Airways and Virgin Australia, with both options having you arrive at Nadi International Airport in just three-and-a-half hours. Located on Viti Levu, the main island of Fiji, Nadi is close to a wealth of accommodation options, so you’ll be kicking your feet up in no time, perhaps at the likes of Sheraton Denarau Villa or Fiji Marriott Resort Momi Bay.
You gain two hours back on the flight home
Fiji’s two-hour time difference from Brisbane equals not having to worry about jetlag or catching up on sleep once you arrive – leaving you to focus on the important things, like soaking up the sunshine and ordering a poolside cocktail. On the return trip home, you’ll gain two extra hours and that means extra time to enjoy paradise.
It’s the perfect departure from the everyday
A quick trip to Fiji is proof that you don’t need to fly far for the ultimate tropical retreat. The South Pacific archipelago is a short-haul flop-and-drop destination that offers the perfect palate cleanser for the stresses of the everyday. To really amp up the R&R (beyond staying for a few extra nights), look to resorts that offer all-inclusive dining, or pre-book a raft of indulgent spa treatments so your muscles can be kneaded and soothed into serenity.
The kids are always well looked after
Parents can switch into holiday mode over a long weekend in Fiji, thanks to many of the island’s iconic resorts offering incredible facilities and activities to keep kids happy and occupied. Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort, located along Viti Levu’s Coral Coast, is a five-star haven that caters to families with dedicated adults-only zones, a Coral Kids’ Club for children aged three to 12, plus activities for teens, and Meimei nannies available to care for children aged six months and above. Mana Island Resort & Spa Fiji is another kid-friendly paradise, where children up to 12 stay free and have access to the incredible kids’ club and water activities.
You can do as much or as little as you like
Fill your time on Fiji’s island by being as busy – or as leisurely – as you fancy. Those keen to kick up the adrenaline can take up a thrilling kayaking or jet ski adventure at Shangri-La Yanuca Island, Fiji, head out on a heart-racing river safari, join a quad bike tour, or learn more about Fiji’s history with village visits and cultural immersion. If you want to spend your long weekend embracing a slower pace, look to stays where barefoot beach walks, lazy paddles and poolside drinks are the modus operandi.
It’s the ultimate office water cooler moment
Keep the good times rolling once you arrive back home after a long weekend in Fiji by regaling your friends, family and colleagues with incredible tales of your trip. Share your adventures of exploring breathtaking islands, practicing your swing at Sheraton Fiji Golf & Beach Resort, or diving into the underwater world with snorkelling at Royal Davui Island Resort. Don’t be surprised if they follow in your footsteps and book a long weekend trip to Fiji for themselves.
Produced in collaboration with Brisbane Airport.
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