Fiji Shopping and nightlife

Shopping in Fiji

Favourite buys are woodcarvings (such as kava bowls), polished coconut shells, woven works (such as mats, coasters, hats, fans and trays), tapa cloth and pearls. Bargaining is not the norm in shops but is expected at handicraft markets. Some shopkeepers will give a discount with large purchases. Duty-free items are available and include electrical goods, pewter, crystal and porcelain.

Shopping hours

Mon-Fri 0800-1700, Sat 0800-1300. Many places close for lunch 1300-1400.

Nightlife in Fiji

While many of the resorts and hotels on the islands have discos and live bands to keep crowds going late into the night, the capital city of Fiji, Suva, is at the heart of the country's nightlife. Dotted with numerous bars, pubs nightclubs in areas such as the stretch from Civic Auditorium to Albert Park and Victoria parade. Most of the nightclubs and pubs in the country are situated within the main business areas or within townships and therefore easy to access. Some of the most popular venues include Traps - one of the liveliest venues around – and the glass-fronted Bad Dog café; a café-bar with a seriously comprehensive beer and wine list.