Bula! chance to get away from it all.

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2 W e l c o m e t o Pa r a d i s e Bula! chance to get away from it all. Welcome to Beqa Lagoon Resort, Fiji Islands. Truly a A journey by boat across the Beqa Lagoon will transport you from life s hustle and bustle to the lovely, secluded Beqa Island. As you near the shoreline, the sound of Fijians singing a traditional welcome song will be the first sign you ve arrived in paradise. A warm smile and a floral lei greet you when you step onto the sand of this enchanting island resort, where even the palm trees seem to sway to the music in the warm sea breeze. From the moment you arrive, you ll feel at home among the tropical flowers, warm waters and secluded private villas on the island where no roads and no cars exist to interrupt your tranquility. World-class diving, delicious cuisine, relaxing spa treatments, and the incomparable Fijian hospitality are yours to savor and enjoy throughout your stay. Feel the warmth of this spectacular island paradise its wonderful weather, tranquil waters, beautiful villas, and friendly smiles you ll not soon forget. Viti Levu, Fiji Islands Nadi Pacific Harbour Suva Beqa Island

3 M a k e Yo u r s e l f at H o m e Beqa Lagoon Resort is an intimate resort featuring 25 Fijian style villas, called bures. These comfortable traditional structures are all air conditioned and offer a full range of accommodations. Enjoy sweeping ocean views from one of the resort s beachfront bures. Each with its own private sundeck, cool dipping pool, and dreamy hammock. One special beachfront location is reserved for honeymooners only. This exceptional spot offers newlyweds the ultimate in romance, including a secluded outdoor shower surrounded by exotic flowers and plants.

4 Groups find plenty of space in the larger family-style bures, with two bedrooms and a spacious dining and living room comfortable for four. The beachfront lawn is perfect for picnics or relaxing in your hammock. The heart of the resort offers deluxe accommodations near the lush garden or by the tranquil koi pond. Fall asleep surrounded by a rainforest of tropical plants and the fragrance of exotic flowers. These charming bures welcome you with exquisitely carved furnishings and traditional island décor. G a r d e n Pa r a d i s e

5 S av or D e l i c i o u s C u i sine When it s time to dine, follow the traditional Fijian boardwalks to the spacious Bure Kalou for the casual elegance of open-air dining. Enjoy award-winning gourmet cuisine prepared by head chef LaLa using fresh local fish and vegetables, Australian beef, and New Zealand lamb. Delicious vegetarian and special dietary options are also available. LaLa s mouthwatering Fijian desserts are not to be missed. Quench your thirst with fresh fruit juices, spring water, Fijian beer, or a selection of tropical cocktails and imported wines.

6 A short boat ride from the resort brings you to a wonderland of marine life and some of the world s best diving in clear, warm waters. The many unique dive sites along 190 miles of coastline provide ample opportunities to view and photograph a myriad of marine life. Look for octopus, garden eels, orangutan crabs, rays, numerous fish species and huge fans or tickle your imagination by exploring shipwrecks of days gone by. Fiji, known as the Soft Coral Capital of the World, offers spectacular undersea gardens in all hues. View these wonders guided by PADI dive masters who have been exploring the Beqa Lagoon since they were children. Dive depths range from ft. with visibility up to 100 ft. The currents are generally mild and the water temperature stays a fairly constant 80 degrees. The resort has a full-service PADI dive operation on-site and NITROX is now available. With a complete range of scuba classes to choose from, you don t have to be an experienced diver to enjoy the magical undersea attractions. Kids can also participate in the excitement of diving with our fun Bubblemaker program. D i v e On I n!

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8 S h a r k a nd Big F i sh E n c o u n t e r For thrill seekers, there s nothing like Beqa s Famous Shark and Big Fish Encounter. This shark dive and marine reserve began as a way to educate divers and aid in the conservation of sharks. It has quickly become the #1 shark dive in the world. Diving Shark Reef, a remote and protected area, offers you a close up look at a range of pelagic fish and the opportunity to encounter eight incredible shark species including 15 ft. tiger sharks. Your adventure with sharks will be documented on a DVD that you may want to take home as a souvenir to share with your friends.

9 The L a l i S pa After a morning of unforgettable diving, pamper yourself with a massage in the open-air Lali Spa. Lulled by the surf and cool sea breezes, feel your cares evaporate as strong Fijian hands smooth away any knots or tension. Find serenity as you enjoy exotic tropical products that nourish your skin with coconut oil, flower extracts, and natural sugar. Surrounded by lush tropical vegetation, treat yourself to the comforting banana leaf wrap therapy or emerge radiant after a coconut crème scrub. Feel the warmth of a hot seashell massage or the signature firewalker stone massage. Complete your visit by indulging in the royal milk and honey ritual. With a full menu of delightful Fijian body and facial therapies, you ll come back to the Lali Spa more than once to relax and rejuvenate your body and soul.

10 As a guest at Beqa you will become part of subject of a National Geographic documen- Beqa Lagoon Resort is a proud extension the Fiji family, visiting the islanders in their tary filmed at the resort. of its neighboring villages and strives to T r u e F i j i a n C u lt u r e nearby villages, meeting children at a local school, and witnessing awe-inspiring traditional ceremonies. You won t believe your eyes during the sacred fire walking ceremony as village warriors in traditional dress chant and walk across scalding stones, as they have done for over 300 years. This mysterious ritual originated on Beqa Island and was even the In the evenings, the air fills with the sounds of Meke, a lively Fijian tradition of dancing and singing. You ll surely get into the spirit of the island as you clap along with the warm and friendly Fijians. You can also sit side by side with them as you participate in the famous kava ceremony by sipping a special traditional drink from a coconut cup. Everyday brings a new and interesting cultural activity for you to enjoy. foster community development. In addition to purchasing many local products, the resort employs over 75 local villagers who in turn support nearly 250 friends and family members. It hosts visiting doctors, dentists and teachers to help improve the lives of local islanders. For the past six years, the resort has worked with Global Classrooms for Peace, helping to build two pre-school classrooms and a computer room at the main school, as well as provide ongoing training for school personnel.

11 A d v e n t u r e s Awa i t Yo u Afternoons belong to you. If you crave more of the lagoon s warm water, you can swim, snorkel, or explore by kayak. You might catch a wave in Frigate Passage, also called the Fiji Pipeline, where prevailing offshore winds generate ideal surfing conditions. If your idea of paradise is slowing down, you can relax poolside or in a hammock, coconut cocktail in hand. Anglers simply must experience the adrenaline rush of deep sea fishing. Fight a yellow-fin tuna in June when the water literally boils with them. Hook a blue marlin, wahoo, or Spanish mackerel from July through August, or barracuda in February. On land, you can hike to remote, mystical waterfalls or spot your share of the island s many exotic bird species. Beqa Island is a birders paradise, home to the largest variety of birdlife in Fiji.

12 Imagine walking down the aisle escorted by Fijian warriors who lead you to a beautiful sunset ceremony... then enjoy your honeymoon in a private beachfront bure with secluded courtyard, large sundeck, and cool plunge pool. Romance your special someone with candlelight dinners, champagne, couple s massages and secluded island picnics. A wedding or honeymoon at Beqa Lagoon Resort is a tropical dream come true. C e l e br at e Yo u r S p e c i a l O c c a sion

13 A r r i v e a s G u e s t s, L e av e a s Fa m ily The warmth of Fiji will follow you home... and beckon you back to this paradise. Chances are, before you leave Beqa Lagoon Resort you ll already be making plans to return not just to enjoy the superior diving, delicious cuisine, and laid-back island lifestyle, but also to visit the warm, smiling Fijian people you ve gotten to know during your stay. You arrive as a guest. But once you see our villages, talk to our children, clap along with our songs, and drink from our coconut cups all while enjoying our beautiful homeland you leave as family.

14 Vinaka, We Hope to See You Soon! BROCHURE PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY: Westmorland Images & Terry Moore Images Reservations 2900 Meade Ave. Ste. 5 Las Vegas, NV Phone: FIJI (3454) Fax: reservations@beqalagoonresort.com Beqa Lagoon Resort, Fiji Box 112 Deuba Fiji Island Phone: Fax: resort@beqalagoonresort. com

15 Reservations 2900 Meade Ave. Ste. 5 Las Vegas, NV