Laucala Island
Fiji
Why we love it
Set upon 3,015 exclusive acres on its own island in the archipelago of Fiji, Laucala Island brings a new meaning to the term “all-inclusive resort.”
A private island resort, Laucala Island is set amidst coconut plantations, sandy beaches, turquoise lagoons, rich green mountains and breathtaking natural beauty, often drawing comparisons as a veritable paradise on earth.
True luxury is appreciated in the privacy of the resort’s 25 villas as well as the freedom to experience a variety of activities, ranging from golf to water sports to beachside horseback riding and more.
The resort prides itself on an integral philosophy, incorporating elements of the entire island into each guest’s experience and offering products and ingredients raised and grown on the island.
Food
Romantic candlelight dinners on the private beach, fine dining in the Plantation House Restaurant, authentic Pan-Asian delicacies in the Seagrass Restaurant, spectacular sundown cocktails in the Rock Lounge, avant-garde finger food at the Pool Bar and barbecues at the Beach Bar all capture the tropical atmosphere and provide a broad variety of culinary rarities that fulfill every wish.
A superbly stocked wine cellar on property acts as a treasure trove for the most discerning of oenophiles.
Destination
Laucala Island’s Cultural Village is one of the few traditional villages left in Fiji and is designed to preserve and showcase local traditions, culture and architecture to guests. The main buildings are the Bure Kalou or temple house, as well as the village hall and the Chief’s bure or hut. Here, guests can experience the Lovo night featuring a variety of delicious local cuisine cooked in an earthern oven and also discover Kava ceremony with the staff, listen to Fijian songs and chants while being entertained by local village traditional dancers.
You can participate in Fijian arts and crafts like mat or handicraft weaving, wood carving and Masi or Tapa making and printing. A chapel is also available a few steps from the traditional village for wedding celebrations.
Experiences
Laucala Island is perhaps best known for and enjoyed as, a kaleidoscope of sporting and cultural activities for guests of all ages.
From diving in a unique underwater world to golfing on an 18-hole championship course, to meeting indigenous artists, everything is possible on Laucala Island.
Riding horses along the fine, sandy beach, through plantations and coconut groves is so magical as to stir the emotions of experienced horsemen as well as beginners. The island has eight horses and provides safety helmets and vests along with a fenced-in riding arena.
Accommodation
The resort’s 25 villas are comprised of one, two and three bedroom configurations, and each features its own pool, lush tropical garden and spacious indoor and outdoor areas.
Each villa comes with all food & beverage services included, chauffeur, nanny, housekeeping, laundry and dry cleaning and both welcome and farewell gifts. Guests are also offered sports and activities, golf, tennis, horseback riding, biking, surfing, fishing and diving as part of their stay.
Getting there
Laucala Island’s private airport operates day and night. The concrete airstrip is suitable for jets with a maximum 40 ton MTOW (aircraft type Gulfstream 900). Arrivals to Fiji on commercial international airlines occur at Nadi International Airport (NAN). Currently, Nadi operates Fiji Airways, Qantas, Virgin Australia, Jetstar, Air New Zealand and Korean Air flight schedules.
Recommended to those departing from the United States are the following options:
Fiji Airways via Los Angeles (Daily flight – New Airbus) or San Francisco (seasonal flight – New Airbus)
Air New Zealand via Los Angeles and Auckland to Nadi
