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SPECIAL SCUBA DIVING PACKAGES TO FIJI

CARADONNA DIVE ADVENTURES AND TRIP-N-TOUR PACIFIC ANNOUNCES

All of the packages, highlighted below include air from Los Angeles, inter-island air transfer where applicable, accommodations, diving, airport transfers and all hotel taxes. The noted packages are just a few of the many packages offered throughout the various dive regions of Fiji.

Bligh Water Dive Region:

Wananavu Dive Experience

Includes seven nights in a garden view bure at Wananavu Beach Resort, three meals a day and five days of two-tank boat diving. $2,726.00 per person based on double occupancy, valid for travel through March 31, 2009.Nai’a Live-aboard Cruise

Includes seven nights in an air-conditioned twin cabin, three meals a day and up to five dives per day. $4,051.00 per person, valid for travel through March 31, 2009.

Beqa Lagoon Dive Region:

Beqa Lagoon Resort 

Includes seven nights in a deluxe Fijian bure, five-days of two-tank reef dives, all meals and a free 50 minute “Apres-dive” aromatherapy massage per person. Upgrade reef diving to include an “Ultimate Shark Encounter” for only an extra $75.00 per person. $2,795.00 per person, based on double occupancy, valid for travel through March 31, 2009. 

Savusavu Vanua Levu Dive Region:
 
Koro Sun Resort & Rainforest Spa

Includes seven nights (one free) in an ocean view bure, all meals, six-days of two-tank diving (one is free) and a 60 minute Rainforest Massage. $3,099.00 per person based on double occupancy, valid through March 31, 2009.

Taveuni/North dive region:
 
Matangi Private Island Adventure

Includes five nights (one is FREE) at Matangi Private Island Resort in an island bure on a 240-acre private island, four days of two-tank dives, all meals, welcome drink, fruit basket, free gift sulu, laundry service, sea kayaking, sailing, windsurfing and nature hikes on Matangi Island. $3,196 per person, valid from November 15, 2008 through March 31, 2009.
 
Taveuni/Somosomo Strait dive region:
 
Garden Island Resort in Taveuni
 
Includes seven nights at Garden Island Resort including daily continental breakfast, lunch and dinner and five days of two-tank diving. $2,676.00 per person, valid through March 31, 2009.

Tui Tai Adventure Cruise

Includes five nights in an Expedition cabin with private bath, all meals, up to 13 dives plus other adventure activities including kayaking, hiking, village visits, waterfall treks and more. $4,662.00 per person, valid through March 31, 2009.
 
Mamanuca Island dive region:
 
Castaway Island Escape $3,268

Includes five nights in an island bure at Castaway Island with unlimited diving. $3,268.00 per person, valid from November 1, 2008 through March 31, 2009.
 
 

 
For more information, contact Caradona Dive Adventures at 800-328-2288, E-mail sales@caradonna.com  or visit. www.caradonna.com  or Trip-N-Tour Pacific at 800-248-0842, e-mail infor@trip-n-tour.com  or visit www.trip-n-tour.com

MATANGI PRIVATE ISLAND RESORT UPGRADE DEALS

Matangi Private Island Resort, which first opened for business in 1987, has just completed a total renovation of all the bures, including adding a new dining bure and pool. In celebration of the refurbishment, the resort is offering an “Island Bure” package priced from $3,320 per person, inclusive of all meals.

This privately owned 240-acre unique horseshoe-shaped island paradise, boasts virgin tropical rain forests, white sand beaches, volcanic rock faces rising from crystal clear waters and fringing coral reefs where a great diversity of marine life abounds.

Matangi Island’s Horseshoe Bay, listed in “1000 Places to See Before You Die” by Patricia Schultz, is a haven for those seeking a romantic getaway.

CHI, THE SPA AT SHANGRI-LA FIJI DEALS

The recently opened CHI, The Spa at Shangri-La at Shangri-La’s Fijian Resort and Spa is offering the ultimate spa indulgence with “Yanuca Journey”.

The journey includes a “Dusk til Dawn” experience for couples to enjoy in the comfort of the stunning ocean treatment bures located at the edge of the Pacific Ocean.

The journey begins with the “Himalayan Bath Therapy” in the bure private outdoor bath, softly lit with candlelight and gently scented by eucalyptus. This is followed by a “CHI Skin Polish” using natural ingredients to exfoliate the skin.

After relaxation in “Aromatic Steam,” a 90 minute soothing “Signature Aroma Vitality Massage” helps release body tension. As the massage comes to a close, a specially prepared spa cuisine meal awaits with a CHI gift.

At dawn, a light breakfast is served at the balcony overlooks uninterrupted views of the Pacific Ocean. The journey ends with a one-hour deep cleansing “CHI Facial” using pure aromatherapy herbs and oils. The Yanuca Journey is offered for a minimum three-night stay starting from FJD$500 per night based on double occupancy, with daily breakfast. Additional nights are from FJD$400 per night.

The journey is valid through December 31, 2008 and is subject to availability.

Information: 679-6520-155; www.shangri-la.com

FIJI TOPS FOR HONEYMOONS

In the August/September issue of Modern Bride Magazine, the results of the “12th Annual Worlds Best Honeymoons Survey” will be published. The survey is the most in depth survey available detailing what travel agents are recommending to their honeymoon clientele. Fiji’s rankings include:

#8 for Overall Favorite Honeymoon Destination in the World (up from #9 in 2007), #4 for Most Secluded Honeymoon Destination, #5 for Most Romantic Honeymoon Destination and #7 for Best Snorkeling/Diving. In addition, the Grande Honeymoon Bure at Vatulele Island Resort in Fiji ranks #5 for the Ultimate Honeymoon Suite and the Royal Davui in Fiji ranks #10 in the world for Resort with the Best Beds. Purchase a copy of Modern Bride when it hits the stands July 15, 2008.

ROMANCE ME IN FIJI TOURS

Orion’s 2008 Voyage of Discovery expeditions

PNG Highland Cultures and Coral Sea, Louisiade and Trobriand Islands

11 Night Papua New Guinea Highland Cultures voyages: 22 September, 2008 – CAIRNS, Alotau (Milne Bay), Samarai and Kwato Islands, Fergusson Island, Tufi, Tami Islands, Madang, Sepik River, RABAUL (overnight onboard, optional charter flight to Cairns). Also 3 October, 2008 (reverse itinerary, Rabaul to Cairns). Fares begin from $8,315 per person, twin occupancy, ocean view stateroom.

11 night Coral Sea, Louisiade and Trobriand Islands Voyage of Discovery expedition: 14 October, 2008 CAIRNS, Alotau (Milne Bay), Kitava the Trobriands, Fergusson Island, Dobu, Egum Atoll, the Louisiades, Doini Island, Samarai and Kwato Islands, CAIRNS

Fares begin from $8,315 per person, twin occupancy, ocean view stateroom.

Rated #2 expedition cruise ship in the world (Berlitz Guide to Cruising) Orion is Australia’s only 5 star purpose-built expedition cruise ship, featuring an unmatched range of onboard facilities. With 75 crew and a maximum of just 106 passengers Orion offers the highest staff to guest ratio and guest to public space ratio of any ship based in Australian waters.

A selection of high resolution photos is available at
www.orionexpeditions.com/aboutorion/photo_gallery or contact Michael Corbett for assistance.

Further information on Orion Expedition Cruises can be obtained by visiting the website
www.orionexpeditions.com For reservations or to obtain a brochure call Orion Expedition Cruises: 61-2 9033 8777 (Sydney callers) 1300 361 012 (regional and interstate). Email: info@orioncruises.com.au

Orion’s Papua New Guinea 2008 expeditions

For those seeking paths less travelled, Papua New Guinea provides one of the world’s most fascinating geographic and cultural landscapes. Untouched by mass tourism PNG abounds with a rich colonial past, WWII relics and historic sites, isolated unspoilt villages, world class snorkelling and scuba diving, active volcanoes, hot springs, pure white beaches, extraordinary wildlife and outstanding fishing.

The isolation of this land has helped preserve distinct ancient cultures; exampled by 800 individual languages and as many tribes. Dense tropical rainforests and rugged terrain conspire to make PNG difficult to explore, however the purpose-built expedition cruise ship Orion is the perfect base for those seeking adventures in this tropical paradise.

Time spent ashore, interacting with locals as fascinated by you as you will be by them, is enhanced by Orion’s permanent on-board expedition team and specialist guest lecturers’ informative discussions and comprehensive briefings relating to the day’s activities.

These experts share their first hand knowledge on subjects as diverse as reef ecology and marine habitats, anthropology, island cultures and traditions, politics, history, indigenous art, exploration, environmental impact, flora and fauna.

Orion’s three 11 night PNG Highland Cultures and Coral Sea, Louisiade and Trobriand Islands Voyage of Discovery expeditions provide guests with remarkable opportunities to experience these totally unspoilt parts of the world - and are especially appealing to adventurers seeking a stimulating expedition into a world largely unchanged for hundreds of years.

For further itinerary information visit this link
 

Tanoa Waterfront Hotel Weekend Rates

The Tanoa Waterfront Hotel, a business and leisure hotel in Lautoka, Fiji, is offering special weekend rates for the rest of the year. The room promo also entitles visitors to free breakfast, parking, and gym access for only USD 100 per night.

LAUTOKA, FIJI - The Tanoa Waterfront Hotel, a business and leisure hotel in Lautoka, Fiji, is offering special weekend rates for the rest of the year. The room promo also entitles visitors to free breakfast, parking, and gym access for only USD 100 per night.

The special rate could be availed by guests who will reserve Tanoa Waterfront accommodations for at least two nights to a maximum of three nights. Schedule your booking from Fridays to Sundays and pay a nightly rate of only USD 100.

The daily check-in time for visitors availing the promo will be as early as 11:00am while check-out will be up until 4:00pm. The promo is good until December 31, 2008.

Tanoa Waterfront’s weekend rates special will entitle guests to free breakfast all throughout their stay. Furthermore, it also covers free car parking and gym facilities.

Take advantage of the hotel’s weekend rates special. Book directly on the official website at http://www.tanoawaterfront-fiji.com and receive instant confirmation.

About Tanoa Waterfront Hotel

Tanoa Waterfront island resort is ideal either for business trips or family holidays. Experience the luxuries of home in the hotel’s adequately equipped and elegantly furnished accommodations. Choose from the hotel’s Superior and Executive rooms, depending on your preference and needs.

Satisfy your gastric cravings in Tanoa Waterfront’s very own restaurant and bar. Fins Restaurant is popular on the island for its local and international cuisines. Let loose at the hotel’s Sunset Bar, which has a good view of the sunset over the ocean. The bar concocts a wide selection of cocktails, wine, and beer, as well as luscious snacks.

Tanoa Waterfront Hotel is equipped with exciting facilities that include a spacious swimming pool, a golf course, tennis courts, and other sports facilities that promise you a well-rounded vacation.

Save $2000 on Sydney-Tahiti-Sydney Super-Cruise

Cruise-lovers conscious of the budget can save $2000 a couple on the lowest-priced cabins aboard super-liner Sun Princess when she makes a 28-night return cruise from Sydney to Tahiti and back in October of this year.

It brings the price down to as little as $3999 pp twin-share when booked through ecruising.travel by June 30, including all onboard dining, nightly entertainment at a choice of two theatres and other venues, port charges and taxes.

The 1,950-passenger Sun Princess will sail out of Sydney on October 21 this year, visiting Nuku’alofa, Vava’u, Rarotonga, Raiatea, Papeete where there’s an overnight stay, Moorea, Bora Bora, Pago Pago, Apia, a cruise by Niuafo’ou, Savu Savu, Suva, Lautoka, Dravuni Island and Sydney.

As well as the $2000 per couple saving on lowest-priced cabins, there are varying discounts on all other cabin categories, and a $250pp onboard credit with select cabin categories.

For full details phone 1300 369 848 or check-out

www.ecruising.travel

(Guest facilities include a choice of formal and informal indoor and pool-side dining, 24-hour room service, a range of bars and lounges, a casino, three pools, spas, sports court, computerised golf simulator, gym, fitness area, Lotus Spa, a gallery of shops, and an internet café.)

Happy Hour At flypacificblue

SALE FARES ONLINE

Pacific Blue is promising even more great deals for Kiwi travellers with the launch of ‘Happy Hour’ on its website, flypacificblue.com.

Happy Hour will run from midday to 1.00pm (NZST), Monday to Friday, and will offer deeply discounted fares on Pacific Blue’s international and domestic New Zealand network.

Pacific Blue’s General Manager, Commercial, Adrian Hamilton-Manns said Virgin Blue led the way when it launched Happy Hour as a world-first a few years ago.

“We’re very pleased to now be able to offer this innovative, ongoing sale to New Zealanders as well,” he said. “We advise people to be ready at their keyboards at midday tomorrow because we’re going have some very, very low fares to celebrate the New Zealand launch.”

The aim of Happy Hour is to provide a permanent sale product which will offer bargain flights on routes that have some spare seats that would otherwise fly empty. One domestic and one international destination will usually be offered, with different routes on sale on different days.

Happy Hour on flypacificblue.com will be able to offer cool prices from New Zealand to hot holiday spots like Cairns, Gold Coast, Hamilton Island, Perth, Adelaide and Darwin, as well as to South Pacific destinations and for domestic travel.

“Since launching our domestic service we’ve had some of the biggest air fare sales New Zealand has ever seen and also introduced Mid-Week Mini fares for travel on Tuesdays and Wednesdays”, said Mr Hamilton-Manns. “Launching Happy Hour reflects our determination to continue to offer market-leading fares and innovative products.”

About Pacific Blue, Polynesian Blue, and Virgin Blue Airlines

Pacific Blue and Polynesian Blue, along with Australian domestic airline Virgin Blue, operate a fleet of 63 modern Boeing 737 and Embraer E-Jet aircraft flying to 22 Australian and seven international destinations including New Zealand, Fiji, Samoa, Tonga, Vanuatu and the Cook Islands.