Extractions: Other Useful Websites Almost everyone in Fiji speaks English - as it is the official language, but the Fijian language is preserved and widely spoken in many different dialects. Almost everyone is bilingual and many Fijian terms are included in everyday English usage. It is handy to know some of the more common words and phrases, and the Fijians will be delighted to know you picked up some of their language. Fijian pronunciation is similar to English, but with a few changes to the phonetic alphabet. Below is a brief guide which will bring you close to the correct pronunciations. The best way to learn, since there are many subtleties, is to have a Fijian instruct you and then listen closely. Pronunciation "a" is "ah" as in father, but shorter. The correct pronunciation of Nadi, is closer to "Nahn-di" than "Nan-di". "b" is "mb" as in bamboo. you'll hear "bula" or "hello" many times. You may notice the slight humming "m", almost silent at the beginning. When something precedes the "b", then the "m" sound becomes more pronounced. The formal "hello", Ni Sa Bula, is pronounced "ni sahm" boola". "c" is "th" as in "this". So "moce" meaning goodbye is pronounced "moe-they".
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Extractions: Fiji is an island nation in the Pacific Ocean . Though geographically Melanesian Fijian music is more Polynesian in character. Nevertheless, Fijian folk styles are distinct in their fusion of Polynesian and Melanesian traditions . Folk music is dominated by vocal church music, as well as dances characterized by rich harmony and complex percussion made from slit drums or natural materials. Modern Fijians play mandolin guitar and ukulele along with a variety of indigenous instruments, most commonly lali drums, which are now used to call the people of an area together. Lali drums were an important part of traditional Fijian culture , used as a form of communication to announce births, deaths and wars. A smaller form of the lali drum ( lali ni meke ) is used as a form in instrumentation.
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Extractions: Ecotourism has been defined by The International Ecotourism Society (TIES) as " responsible travel to natural areas that conserves the environment and sustains the well-being of local people ." Rivers Fiji supports the concept of ecotourism by adhering to principles that are believed to assist in promoting sustainable tourism and responsible travel around the globe. In addition to creating a vision for the company, we believe that protecting the very environment that some have referred to as the "natural capital" of Fiji in partnership with local communities, ensures that a range of choices will be available to future generations with regards to their economy, quality of life, and environment. We believe that the partnership we have established with landowners and families of the rural highlands is built on the following principles and is essential to the long-term viability of Rivers Fiji programs:
Extractions: Join Tui Tai Adventure Cruises for the trip of a lifetime. The Tui Tai Adventure Cruise is a unique holiday designed for active travelers looking to get off the beaten path and experience Fiji. The expedition combines tropical adventure and a chance to immerse you in the culture of Fiji. During your adventure you will kayak, mountain bike, hike through rainforests and waterfalls, snorkel pristine, vibrant reefs, scuba dive in a number of world-class dive sites, visit local villages and more! The A/S Tui Tai is a magnificent 140-foot sailing schooner based in Savusavu, Fiji. The ship is equipped with Perception kayaks, Kona mountain bikes, full scuba dive operation, quality snorkel gear and air-conditioned accommodations for 24 guests. 16 Fijian officers, sailors, guides and hospitality staff ensure the safety and enjoyment of each guest. "Perfect for tourists who arent all that fond of tours, a voyage with Tui Tai Adventure Cruises (www.tuitai.com) is a fantastic way to see and do a great deal in a short time. Sailing between Vanua Levu, Taveuni and the more remote islands of Kioa and Koro, youll get to snorkel, kayak, bike, trek, swim, fish, dive or just lounge on deck to your hearts content. Dolphins swimming alongside the boat, star-lit dinners on deck, and the welcoming villagers you meet on the out-of-the way islands all make it a blissful experience. The crew is brilliant, providing absolutely stellar service and fantastic local food, the equipment is tops, the snorkeling and diving sites are some of the worlds best, and the sailboat itself is gorgeous."
Extractions: MINISTRY Overview Department of Women Department of Social Welfare Statutory Bodies ... Contact Details The oral nature of the indigenous culture and heritage makes it deserving of particular attention. Recognising the cultural diversity and promoting the cultural pluralism at the grassroots level will promote mutual understanding between individuals and different community groups. Cultural development will seek to promote creativity in all forms, facilitating access to cultural practices and experiences. The Department in assisting the Government on issues related to the preservation, development and promotion of cultural heritage would produce the following outputs. Policy advice includes the analysis on different policy options and their different impacts on the development of the culture and heritage sector. Advice relating to the development of an overarching legislation for the sector. Ministerial support services, include the annual accountability documents to parliament (annual portfolio plan and report) and the preparation of responses to questions and enquiries and advisory support to the Minister in Cabinet and Select committees, preparation of press releases and general administrative support to the Minister and Assistant Minister. Administration of cultural development grant, this involves the provision of services for the administration of grants and develop aid, and the, management of agreements with the Fiji Museum, National Trust of Fiji and the Fiji Arts Council.
Extractions: General FAQ's about Fiji The Fiji Islands is an independent nation consisting of an archipelago of 332 islands surrounding the Koro Sea, some 2,100 kilometres north of Auckland. The islands are inhabited, with a total population of less than 800,000 people. There are just 15 islands in the centre of the Polynesian Triangle, flanked to the west by Tonga and Samoa and to the east by Tahiti and the islands of French Polynesia. With almost all of the islands surrounded by coral reefs, Fiji is one of the greatest locations of natural coral reef in the world. Lush, tropical rain forests cover 45 percent of the islands and rivers on the mountainous islands cut valleys into the rugged terrain and form deltas with rich alluvial soil. The islands are a blend of fascinating ancient cultures - the Fijians who belong to the Melanesian group and Indians who arrived in Fiji between 1879 and 1916 to work on British plantations. As such, rituals including the yaqona (kava) and fire walking ceremonies are still enacted as they have been for centuries. With all this to offer, it is no wonder that tourism continues to prosper at record levels and remains a constant in the economy. And, now, after a few uncertain years in the late 1990's, Fiji is booming with tourism levels at an all-time high.
Extractions: Fijian culture has managed to remain largely intact despite European contact and the influence of Western culture. However, many of the customs and traditions have been scaled down somewhat. In pre-missionary contact years, rituals, elaborate ceremonies, strict observance of customs were part of the Fijian way of life. Some of these violent customs were stopped after the missionaries arrived in Fiji. These included rites, associated with cannibalism, such as the piling up of bodies (which were later cooked) for a chiefs installation. Human sacrifice was also a part of daily living then. For example, when the posts for a temple or chiefs house were being set up, live men were put in the holes where the posts were to go - "to hold them up". Thankfully such practices are a thing of the past. But Fijian tradition and culture still lives on. The Fiji society is a communal one - with values placed high on the family unit, the village and the vanua (land). People in villages and those in urban areas share the communal obligations and rewards of community life and are led by a hereditary chief.
Extractions: The Samoan way of life, Fa'a Samoa, is unique in the Pacific and a tradition that is proudly upheld by the people. It's a way of life that that binds the community together, yet welcomes strangers in its midst. Thanks to Fa'a Samoa, Samoans live in open houses, yet the crime rate is one of the lowest in the world.
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Extractions: FIJI: THE WARRIOR ARCHIPELAGO In War they are fearless and savage to the utmost degree, but in peace their disposition is mild and generous towards their friends, and the affection they bear towards their relatives is seldom found among Europeans. William Lockerby Marooned in Fiji in 1808 Fiji's Geography The 300-island archipelago of Fiji is at the bottom of the Melanesian chain of islands south from New Guinea. The archipelago is bound on the west by the Yasawas, the closest islands of the Fiji group to the Melanesian islands of Vanuatu. Melanesian influence is particularly marked among the Yasawa population, notably with regard to phisiogomy, language and socio-religious characteristics. At the easternmost edge of the archipelago lie the small and isolated islands of the Lau group. The proximity of the Laus to the islands of West Polynesia, particularly Tonga, has resulted in a considerable flow of culture and genes from Polynesia, with the result that Lau islanders both physically and culturally resemble their neighbors to the east. At the center of these two small island groups lie the four main islands of Fiji: Viti Levu, Vanua Levu, Taveuni and Kandavu, which straddle the dividing line between two distinct peoples and their cultures. Fundamentally, Fijian society and culture are traditionally Melanesian, but modified by ideas and concepts introduced from Polynesia and integrated with Melanesian interests and practices.
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Extractions: News 4 May 2000: PMW2697 Audio report Canada Fund supports USP Media Freedom Day events Post-Courier link Minister praises outstanding Pacific journalists ... Other Media Freedom Day reports Source: Pacific Media Watch: Fiji's Daily Post: by Sheryl Nadan and Ricardo Morris CULTURE OBSTACLE FOR JOURNALISTS SUVA: Pacific journalists have to be sensitive to cultural taboos in their work, said Reggie Dutt, editor of Wansolwara, the journalism student training paper at the University of the South Pacific, the Daily Post reports. He made the comment during a panel discussion among media personalities to mark World Media Freedom Day at the university last night. "We always have foreign interests and want to keep up with the standard of overseas countries," he said. "But sensitivity within our Pacific cultures bind journalists and prevent proper reporting of certain stories." However, Riyaz Sayed-Khaiyum, Fiji Television's senior reporter, said that cultures keep changing and journalists should keep up with such changes. The panelists included Virisila Buadromo of Radio FM96; Yashwant Gaunder, managing director of FijiLive website; Tevita Momoedonu of the Bula Network radio, Dr Shaista Shameem, director of the Fiji Human Rights Commission; and Ranjit Singh, general manager of the Daily Post.
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Extractions: Home About Us From this warm and ancient culture comes a new sense of community and a nurturing, teaching, fun loving staff with a great South Pacific sense of humor. You'll find them eager to share their musical heritage, explain the sea life and coral, demonstrate the medicinal uses of trees and plants found in the forest, teach you to windsurf or take you fishing. The Fijian culture is very much alive and well here on Turtle Island, and when you come here, you live and play alongside us. Food is at the core of our daily activities. We hunt, fish and gather fruits and vegetables. No ceremony is complete without the presentation of food. Our Vision Island Staff
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Extractions: 47/km² Independence 10 October Currency Fijian dollar ... Calling Code â - Recognised by Great Council of Chiefs, not repudiated The Republic of the Fiji Islands , or Fiji , is an island nation in the South Pacific Ocean , east of Vanuatu , west of Tonga and south of Tuvalu . The country occupies an archipelago with two sizable islands, Viti Levu and Vanua Levu , where the majority of inhabitants live, and is joined by over eight hundred islands , with about one hundred regularly inhabited. The name Fiji is the old Tongan word for the islands, which is turn derived from the Fijian name Viti edit Main article: History of Fiji The first inhabitants of Fiji arrived from South East Asia long before the islands were discovered by European explorers in the 17th century . It was not until the 19th century , however, that Europeans came to the islands to settle there permanently. The islands came under
