General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Suva |
| Country | Fiji |
| Currency | Fijian dollar |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 49.1% |
| Gdp | $4.5 billion |
| Size | 18,274 km² |
| Population | 896,444 |
| Population density | 49 people/km² |
| Kids per female | 2.3 |
| City population | 55.4% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 22∘C |
| Summer | 27∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Fijian, English, Hindi |
| Population able to read | 94.4% |
| Population with a college degree | 12.6% |
| Population able to speak english | 67.3% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 36 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | yes |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 3.6/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Left |
| Main airline | Fiji Airways |
| Main airport | Nadi International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $1.5 |
| Cigarettes | $2.5 |
| Burger | $5 |
| Coffee | $2 |
| Beer | $3 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $250/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $60/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $120/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $10/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $5/daypass |
| Bike rental | $10/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 20% |
| Vat | 15% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $6000 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 5-10% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10-15% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 25.02/MBits |
| Tld | .fj |
| Free wifi | 7/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 65% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 95% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type I |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Amazon |
| Supermarket | Foodland |
| Pharmacy | Fiji Pharmacy |
| Drugstore | Chemist Warehouse |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 12 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 7/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 9/10 |
| Public Parks | 8/10 |
| Swimming | 9/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Rugby |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Kokoda | Raw fish marinated in lime juice and coconut milk | $10-15 |
| Lovo | A traditional Fijian feast cooked in an underground oven | $20-25 |
| Palusami | A taro leaf dish cooked in coconut milk | $10-15 |
| Ota | A Fijian soup made with coconut milk, fish, and vegetables | $10-15 |
| Vudi | A Fijian stew made with beef, pork, or chicken | $10-15 |
| Rourou | A Fijian dish made with taro leaves and coconut milk | $10-15 |
| Panikek | A Fijian pancake made with flour, sugar, and coconut milk | $5-10 |
| Fijian Bitter | A local Fijian beer | $5-10 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Kava | A ceremonial drink made from the root of the kava plant. It has a slightly bitter taste and is said to have calming effects. | $5-$10 |
| Fiji Bitter | A local beer that is brewed in Fiji. It is a light, refreshing beer with a slightly bitter taste. | $3-$5 |
| Bounty Rum | A local rum that is made from sugarcane. It is a smooth, flavorful rum that can be enjoyed on its own or in cocktails. | $10-$15 |
| Fiji Gold | A local gin that is made from sugarcane. It is a smooth, flavorful gin that can be enjoyed on its own or in cocktails. | $10-$15 |
| Fiji Water | A natural spring water that is bottled in Fiji. It is a pure, refreshing water that is perfect for staying hydrated. | $2-$3 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Handcrafted mats | Woven mats made from pandanus leaves | $20-$100 |
| Fijian pottery | Hand-painted pottery with traditional designs | $15-$50 |
| Carved wooden bowls | Bowls carved from local hardwoods | $25-$100 |
| Tapa cloth | Barkcloth made from the mulberry tree | $50-$200 |
| Black pearls | Cultured pearls with a unique dark color | $500-$5,000 |
| Coconut oil | Natural oil extracted from coconuts | $10-$20 |
| Kava root | The root of the kava plant, used to make a traditional drink | $5-$15 |
| Fiji Bitter beer | A local beer brewed in Fiji | $5-$10 |
| Fijian stamps | Stamps featuring Fijian culture and history | $1-$5 |
| Fiji rum | A local rum distilled in Fiji | $20-$50 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the beginning of a new year |
| Chinese New Year | January or February | Celebrates the beginning of the Chinese New Year |
| Good Friday | March or April | Commemorates the crucifixion of Jesus Christ |
| Easter Monday | March or April | Celebrates the resurrection of Jesus Christ |
| Fiji Day | October 10 | Commemorates the independence of Fiji from the United Kingdom |
| Diwali | October or November | Celebrates the victory of good over evil |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
| Boxing Day | December 26 | A day of rest and relaxation after Christmas Day |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | The Fiji Times |
| Online news | FijiLive |
| Tv | Fiji One |
| Radio | Radio Fiji One |