| Arriving in the Fiji Islands is a pleasure in itself aboard Air Pacific, Fiji's national flag carrier. Upon arrival in Nadi, it's a short jaunt to the international-class resorts of Denarau Island. One of the area's finest is the Sheraton Royal, on the palm-fringed shores of Nadi Bay. The Sheraton Royal's five-star facilities include beachside accommodations, an intimate |
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| landscaped pool area surrounded by coconut palms and tropical plants, three restaurants and not-to-be-missed Fiji-style entertainment including firewalking and "mekes," traditional Fijian songs and dances presented as a living art form. Guests take advantage of the adjacent 18-hole championship golf course at Denarau Golf & Racquet Club. Surrounded by the sea on three sides, the golf course is designed around the island's extensive tidal waterways; pure, natural seawater continually flows into these waterways, enveloping players with the scent of the sea and creating a spectacular hazard. |
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| Unique and challenging for players atall levels, thelayout at Denarau is set among thousands of coconut palms and massive beds of tropical flowers. The open-air design of the Denarau clubhouse is planned around a series of courtyards, leading guests to a restaurant, lounge and complete pro shop. Ten tennis courts, four lighted and six natural grass, round out the club's facilities. | ||||||||||
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Above: A side view of the seaside 15th green at the Denarau Golf & Racquet Club. Farthest left: A traditional Fijian sunset torch-lighting ceremony, with wooden drums, on the beach at the Sheraton Royal Denarau. Far left: The famous surfing and water sport islands of Namotu and Tavarua.
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