Sun, sand and relaxation

Reset with the ultimate wellness getaway

No one radiates relaxation and happiness quite like the Fijians. It’s time to book the ultimate getaway that’ll have you returning completely refreshed.

After two years of travel disruption and global anxiety, nothing says relaxation quite like a trip to one of the world’s most positive and chilled out destinations.

It's sure to do wonders for your mind, body and soul.

Now that borders are open to the place where happiness finds you, a holiday filled with rest and relaxation is back on the cards.

Why is Fiji the ultimate wellness destination right now?

A relaxation experience like no other

Ever wondered why massages in the idyllic island nation are just better than anywhere else? In the past, many of Fiji’s islands didn’t have access to Western medicine and adopted their own traditional healing techniques that have been passed down through generations.

If muscles were aching after a hard day of work, locals would head to the village masseuse to ease their pain.

Traditional Fijian massage continues to offer travellers to the idyllic nation this relaxation experience at Fiji’s multitude of resorts and spas.

Rhythmic strokes of the hands combined with natural oils and aromas complete the quintessential Fijian massage experience

What is traditional Fijian massage?

While the massage technique can differ from island to island, the aim is to ease tension, loosen tight muscles, detoxify the body and enable relaxation.

A modern Fijian spa experience combines the best of all of the island nation’s techniques to leave you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.

Fijian massage uses a technique involving long rhythmic strokes of the hands.

Locally sourced, natural ingredients such as nut and coconut oil, along with fragrant tropical aromas add to the blissful experience.

An old favourite is Pure Fiji body oils and lotions, or for a new and sustainable option using local sea grapes, some spas use Nama Fiji. Both available for purchase in New Zealand if you want to bring the Fijian spa home with you.

Where can you bliss out on traditional Fijian massage?

Harmony Retreat Day Spa (Radisson Blu Fiji Denarau Island)

Using Pure Fiji body oils, the purpose of the spa is simply in the name – to bring you harmony. Their signature ‘sugar glow’ treatment is a unique exfoliating and hydrating treatment using coconut and natural cane sugar. You can also pamper your skin with a ‘firming ritual’ that uses a scrumptious blend of Fijian honey and fresh coconut. With the warm air skipping over your back and the native birds chirping in the surrounding palms, you can't help but feel relaxed in the mango scented oasis.

Kui Spa (VOMO Island Resort)

VOMO’s Kui Spa offers stunning techniques from highly skilled therapists who combine the healing potency of all natural ingredients with an indulgent range of treatments in a tranquil setting with exterior water features. The Sodashi products used are 100% chemical free, luxurious and effective.

Dolphin Island Resort

Indulge in a traditional Fijian massage or try the coconut body scrub or papaya facial treatments, all on an award-winning luxury 14-acre private island retreat. As an added bonus, all their facial treatments include a bonus neck, shoulder, arm and hand massage with your choice of scalp or foot massage. You can't help but leave fully rejuvenated and relaxed after the full body pampering experience.

The Spa and Poolside Spa Pavilion (Hilton Fiji Beach Resort & Spa Denarau Island)

An award-winning spa that uses Pevonia skincare products creates an immersive, relaxing and truly luminous experience that’ll have you feeling like a new person in no time. Choose from a mineral stone therapy massage, Fijian massage or a range of detox treatments, all of which can be done in one of their seven indoor treatment rooms, or you can choose to have your treatment in their stunning pool and beach front pavillion. Nothing screams relaxation more than hearing the waves crashing on the sand right next to you.

Safety and wellness are Fiji’s number one priority

Safety and wellness are paramount; not only does Fiji have well over 95% of their population vaccinated, resorts and tourism businesses are now adhering to the Care Fiji Commitment, a set of protocols - and an assurance - that you’re not only travelling to one of the world’s most beautiful tourist destinations, but also one of the safest.

Fiji is Open For Happiness.

After the past two years, it’s only fair to make your wellbeing a priority. You can't help but find rest, relaxation and true happiness in Fiji.

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