Air Pacific will offer 7 flights a week to the Fiji Islands!

Enjoying the Fiji Islands will soon to be more convenient than ever! Next month, Air Pacific will officially re-launch as Fiji Airways to coincide with a new, world-class experience, which will bring the best of Fiji’s warm nation to the skies. Fiji Airways features an entirely new fleet of aircraft, improving the experience for both economy and business class travellers.

Each of the 24 seats in Tabua Business Class includes stunning 15.4′ LCD screens, plush reclinable seating, and plenty of nooks and crannies for your inflight gear!

Economy Class travellers will enjoy increased comfort and legroom, stowage space for your travel tech, and a 9′ touchscreen. For your convenience, Fiji Airways will be increasing the frequency of flights from 4 flights per week to 7 flights per week by November 2013.

If you are ready to begin planning your amazing Fiji holiday contact me, the Travel Gal

at 800 644-6659 or Teresa@LuxuryHideaways.net

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Namale Resort & Spa is Fabulous!

Bula bula and aloha,

I just wanted to share a comment I have from my honeymoon couple in Fiji staying at Namale Resort & Spa right now:

Aloha Teresa,

This place is over the moon!!!  You did great!   We’ve both been to many all-inclusives, but the service here is non-stop!  Thank you!  Off to play now!

If you too would like to experience this luxury hideaway in Fiji - call me at 800 644-6659 today!

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Thank you for our Vomo Island Wedding!

Hi Teresa,

I hope this email finds you well. Rob and I wanted to send you a HUGE, warm thank you!! Our destination wedding trip to Vomo Island was fabulous. We enjoyed every moment of it. The resort was awesome, the food wonderful and the staff like family. It was first class all the way from the moment we landed at the airport to the moment we left.

We had good weather and of course a little rain, but still beautiful. The day of the wedding, it rained until just 45 minutes prior to the start. I think Kimi was stress, but of course he had the perfect back up plan if the rain continued. 45 minutes before the wedding, the rain stopped, the sun came out and it was a gorgeous day. I have attached a few pictures of our stay and the wedding that I wanted to share with you. It was perfect and is a memory that will live in our hearts forever.

I could not have expected or asked for more from you or the Vomo family. Our vacation was absolutely perfect. I am sure we were not the perfectclients and I know we drove you crazy at times, but I truly appreciate you very much! Thank you again for making this week perfect!!!!

I hope you have a wonderful weekend.

Thanks,
Amber

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Fiji Islands - More then just Sun, Sand and Surfing!

A trip to the Fiji Islands in the South Pacific is more then just lolling around in a hammock and sipping an umbrella drink - yes you can enjoy the sun and sand but if you are looking for a bit of adventure vacation, we are able to combine the 2 and make your holiday truly spectacular!  Here is a list of some of my favorite activities - note pricing is last year but use this as a guide:

White Water Rafting - $370 per person

White water ride on oarsboats, through the Upper Navua River - Fiji’s Grand Canyon region. Magnificent scenery, waterfalls and great adventure. This “Rivers Fiji” trip runs Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays. This is a full day adventure, departing Pacific Harbor at 6.45am, with lunch included.

White Water Kayaking - $298 per person

Paddle inflatable kayaks on the ‘Luva River, through the vast interior of the main island of Fiji. Another “Rivers Fiji” trip, running Tuesday & Thursday. This is a full day adventure, departing Pacific Harbor at 6.45am. Lunch is included.

ZipLine Rainforest Canopy Tour - $225 per person plus $25 Zip van transfer from Pacific harbour to Wainadoi;

Take a 20 minute shuttle from Pacific Harbor to the jungles of Wainadoi. There your guide will lead through the tropical rainforests to start your sky-high adventure. This is great departure excursion or half day trip to the main island. Please use our guest computer for the Zip Fiji webpage and details.

Discover Fiji Tour - $145 FJD per person

Motor up the Navua River in traditional longboats, into the heart of Viti Levu. This is a full-day journey, including treks, waterfalls, traditional Village lovo lunch and meke dancing.

Golf in Fiji - $105 per person

Spend the day on Pacific Harbour’s Robert Trent Jones, Jr. designed golf course. 18 holes, cart & Golf club set included in the price.

Suva City Day - $200 per person

Visit Fiji’s historical museum, the local open-air markets of Suva and pick up presents for friends and family. Please note that lunch in Suva is not included in this price.

Jet Ski Safari - $360 per person single jet ski, $205 per person shared jet ski

Hop over the waves to the island of Yanuca for a beach lunch, snorkeling and jet skiing around the island.

Contact the Travel Gal for more information, where to stay and what to do - 800 644-6659

or email Teresa@LuxuryHideaways.net

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Namale Resort & Spa - stay 7 nights/pay for 5 nights!

Namale Resort & Spa is an 5 star all inclusive, adults only luxury hideaway tucked away in the jungle on the East side of Fiji - it is extremely romantic and in fact has been voted #1 most romantic resort in Fiji by 2011 Tripadvisor readers.

In celebration of the award, Namale Resort is offering a Valentines Day special - stay 7 nights/pay for 5 nts at this amazing resort.

Namale caters up to 44 people at any one time. With 120 staff on call to help turn dreams into a reality, their guests are pampered beyond belief.  Since we are talking about pampering - the Spa is world class - Namale Spa & Sanctuary is like no other… Built on 10,000 square feet of volcanic uplifts, treatments consist of a blend of Asian, Western and traditional Pacific techniques; leaving a feeling of relaxation and wellness for the mind, body, and soul.

To further celebrate love in Fiji, Namale created a Holiday Package for the perfect Valentines Day which includes seven nights at any bure or villa at the Namale Resort plus the following amenities:

• All Meals - Full service breakfasts, 3-course lunches and 5-course dinners and snacks
• All beverages including beer, liquor, red and white wines and champagne
• Round trip transfers to and from Savusavu Airport
• Fully stocked and daily replenished mini-bar
• Daily laundry service
• Complimentary access to the Namale Fitness Centre, Kava Bowl (Indoor Entertainment Centre) & Hydrotherapy Room at the Namale Spa & Sanctuary
• Complimentary activities include freshwater pools, snorkeling, kayaking, horseback riding, golfing, volleyball, bowling, virtual golf, waterfall hikes, movie theatre and more!

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Cruise French Polynesia on the Paul Gauguin & Check out the Savings!

NOW is the time to reserve your winter cruise vacation to the islands in the South Pacific.  Do not miss the boat - take advantage of these great savings on all of the Tahiti and French Polynesia cruises. Right now the Paul Gauguin is offering 50% off plus FREE Airfare From LAX! Choose from these intoxicating itineraries aboard a ship that carries only 320 lucky passengers:

*  Tahiti & the Society Islands (7 nights)

*  Society Islands & Tuamotus (10 nights)

* Cook Islands & Society Islands (11 nights)

* Marquesas, Tuamotus & Society Islands (14 nights)

*  The South Pacific (20-night- 2012)

* Fiji Islands (12 or 13 nights - 2012)

* Australs & Society Islands (11 nights - 2012)

Your Polynesian experience begins the moment you step onboard The Gauguin. The Paul Gauguin is an excellent value - see what is included with your fare:

• Spacious, all-oceanview suites and staterooms, nearly 70% with balconies
• All onboard gratuities included
• Complimentary beverages including select wines and spirits, soft drinks, bottled water and hot beverages served throughout the ship
• In-suite bar setup and butler service in categories B and above
• Complimentary 24-hour room service
• Refrigerator replenished daily with soft drinks, beer and bottled water
• Space ratio of 58 - among the highest at sea
• Complimentary use of our exclusive, private white sand beach in Bora Bora with bar service, volleyball, and great snorkeling.
• Complimentary day on our private islet, Motu Mahana-off the coast of Taha’a featuring snorkeling, watersports, barbecue with full bar service, and Polynesian hospitality.

Contact the Travel Gal at 800 644-6659 or email Teresa@Luxuryhideaways for more details

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Castaway Island, Fiji - Free Scuba Diving Package!

Scuba Dive Package - The Castaway Island Resort “Dive for Five” Deal

The package includes 5 nights accommodation and UNLIMITED** diving (our dive boat Sokia explores the seas three times a day) in some of the South Pacific’s most beautiful dive spots.

This incredible scuba dive dream package includes…

* Five (5) nights accommodation in an Island Bure at Castaway Island, Fiji on twin share basis
* Welcome wine cocktail on arrival
* Unlimited diving for the entire stay** (We have three dive trips a day that leave the island)
* Includes dive equipment rental for the duration of your stay
* Invitation to Wednesday evening poolside party including staff cultural ‘Meke’ performance
* Unlimited use of non motorised water sports equipment
* Unlimited use of snorkeling equipment
* Unlimited use of tennis court, balls and racquets (for when you’re all dived out)

This is a great deal that gives you beautiful Fiji island accommodation WITH UNLIMITED diving for the entire stay.

Perfect for scuba diving fanatics who need a long-long-long weekend away!

** denotes up to three (3) dives daily excluding night dives.

DIVE PACKAGE COST: Price is in USD$1599 per person twin share.(incl. Fiji taxes). Don’t miss the boat!!

Castaway Island, Fiji is an award-winning iconic private island escape embodying the heart and soul of the South Pacific. The island’s 174 acres are covered in rich tropical rainforest, surrounded by white sand beaches, vibrant coral reefs and azure waters.

Even though getting to Castaway from Fiji’s mainland is just a short trip by either seaplane, helicopter or boat, when you’re on the shores of our tropical island escape you feel a million miles away.

Offer will be valid to 31 March 2012

We Would Love To Assist You Plan Your Romantic Scuba Diving Adventure in Fiji!

Contact us at either 800 644-6659 or Teresa@Luxuryhideaways.net.

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Vatulele Island Resort - Free Nights/Free Flights!

Directly from the sparkling shores of Vatulele Island Resort in Fiji, we are delighted to report that the sun is shining, the breezes are blowing, the people are singing and we are in such high spirits that we are offering you complimentary return flights between Vatulele Island Resort and Nadi town as well as our favorite special of stay 5 nights and pay for just 4 nights!

Vatulele Island Resort

Somewhere between 5 stars and heaven … Vatulele Island Resort is located on one of the most stunning islands in the world. Once you arrive you know that you have reached paradise, the sounds, smells, and sites of Vatulele will remain with you forever.

Vatulele Island is a stunning 31square KM (12 square miles) in area, and similar in shape to a footprint. Apart from the resort, the only other inhabitants live in 4 native Fijians villages with a population of around 1000 located on the Northern side of the island. These people form most of the resorts staff.

Since opening in 1990, Vatulele Island Resort has developed an enviable reputation in every corner of the globe and is often hailed as one of the top ten barefoot chic hideaways in the world. Set on a magnificent lagoon, the beauty of the site is coupled with a unique architectural style.

Priding itself on offering the utmost in luxurious and opulent service, Vatulele will cater to your every whim.

The Villages of Vatulele Island

The Fijians livelihood is sustained through fishing, farming and cloth making. In fact the majority of Fiji’s famous Tapa Cloth is produced on Vatulele Island. The people are gentle, warm, and good humoured.
Resort guests are invited to see how the natural inhabitants live, enjoy a special Sunday church service, play a game of football, see the children at school, and observe them at work making their special tapa cloth, this local artwork is available for guests to purchase. The Village Chief meets guests in his stately bure and invites guests to join in a traditional Kava ceremony before granting permission to explore their home.

These incredible specials are for new bookings only. Valid for travel to 31 October 2010. Book before 31 July 2010. Minimum 5 night stay. 2 return domestic flights per booking. Please quote the following booking code: FLY4FREE.  *Conditions apply*

Contact the Travel Gal at 800 644-6659 or Teresa@luxuryhideaways.net for more details.

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Who is “See The South Pacific.com?”

Aloha and mahalo for visiting my website!

My name is Teresa Nelle, I am a Travel Agent with 20 years of experience and I am passionate about assisting my Clients with their travel requests to exotic and unique destinations. I love to travel and when I work with a Client, I feel like I am planning my own personal holiday - its fun and exciting - then I love to hear about how their trip was when they return!

I am the Owner of Luxury Hideaways which is affiliated with Park Avenue Travel, a Virtuoso Agency. I have lived on the beautiful island of Maui, Hawaii for 20 years so obviously I am a Hawaii Specialist! I love living here and enjoy sharing my “kama’aiana” knowledge with my Clients! I have traveled extensively thru the South Pacific, having visiting the Fiji Islands 5 times as well as Australia & New Zealand. I have also sent many Clients to the Cook Islands, Samoa and as well as the islands of Tahiti.

HAWAII LESSON: Kama’aina is the Hawaiian language word for long-term resident of the Hawaiian Islands. It derives from the words ‘kama’, meaning ‘child’, and ‘aina’, meaning ‘land’.

The South Pacific is at the top of my list of travel destinations. I hope you enjoy visiting this site and do return to keep up with whats new and happening. Please also visit www.LuxuryHideaways.net.  On both sites you will find happy love letters from my past Clients.  I also have www.OnlyCruisesTravel.com highlighting small ship cruises around the world.

Luxury Hideaways is rated A+ by Better Business Bureau! (the highest rating available) I am also accredited with the Fiji Visitors Bureau, Hawaii Visitors Bureau, Australia Visitors Bureau as well as the Italian Visitors Bureau.

Last year I spent a month in Europe where I fell in love with the city of Rome, enjoyed a private walking tour of all things Rome (which I highly recommend), visited the ancient site of Pompeii with a Tour Guide from the Archeological Society of Pompeii as well as cruised the Mediterranean on a Windstar cruises, (which is a small cruise ship company) and visited the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Cinque Terre. Feel free to contact me about European travel as I just sent a family to the Running of the Bulls in Pamplona, Spain where they had their own private balconey in the shade!

My life motto is a wonderful saying by Mark Twain:
“Twenty years from now you will be more disappointed by the things you didn’t do than by the ones you did do. So throw off the bowlines, sail away from the safe harbor. Catch the trade winds in your sails. Explore. Dream. Discover.” - Mark Twain

See you in paradise!

Teresa Nelle
Your Friend in the Islands
800 644-6659  - Teresa@LuxuryHideaways.net
Fiji Visitors Bureau, Hawaii Visitors Bureau, Australia Visitors Bureau, Italy Visitors Bureau

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Teresa is very knowledgeable in travel thru-out the South Pacific

Bula bula and aloha,
I received a wonderful recommendation from my past Clients and wanted to share with you:

Dear Teresa,
I’ve written this recommendation of your work to share with other LinkedIn users.

“My wife and I hired Teresa at the recommendation of our friends who had previously used her services. She was very professional and personable. She provided us with vacation options that met our budget and our wishes. Since our trip to the Fiji Islands, we have used her services for a trip to Maui, Hawaii. Teresa is very knowledgeable of the travel destinations in the South Pacific and Hawaii. We have had zero issues with her work and the travel documents she provides. I don’t always use a travel agent however when I do, it’s always Teresa.”
Service Category: Travel Agent
Year first hired: 2007 (hired more than once)
Top Qualities: Great Results, Expert, High Integrity

NOTE: Matt & his wife celebrated their honeymoon on the private island of Matamanoa Island, located in the Fiji Islands.

Matamanoa Island is a lovely little island, extremely affordable, beautiful white sand beaches and caters to just 20 couples in beachfront bures (cottages). [Read more]

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