Pacific Island Paradises

— F i j i — – 47 – www.paradises.com PO Box 270 Sigatoka, Viti Levu FIJI Tel: +679 6500230 Fax: +679 6520354 Email: crowsnest@connect.com.fj www.crowsnestresortfiji.com T H E C R O W ' S N E S T R E S O R T An 80-minute drive from Nadi International Airport, in the heart of the Coral Coast, this intimate resort offers a holiday you will treasure at a price you can afford. Situated just metres from the beach, The Crow's Nest Resort offers modern accommodation whilst maintaining its nautical origins. The resort is currently undergoing an extensive refurbishment that will see the inclusion of nine new villas showcasing a modern design. Villas are fitted with timber f looring, a private balcony, en suite, f lat screen TV, air-conditioning, ceiling fan, IDD telephone, coffee and tea making facilities with refrigerator, while the deluxe villas contain full cooking facilities. The new, luxurious, freestanding Premium Villas overlook the ocean and swaying palms framing picture perfect Fijian scenery. The ongoing renovations include a new restaurant, bar and a family swimming pool. Seagoing themes extend to the poolside restaurant, a binnacle and brass-bedecked museum of blue water relics from Fiji's old whalers and sailors. Dining options include local dishes, fresh seafood and good old-fashioned roasts. Relax around the pool and at Happy Hour enjoy songs by the Crow's Nest Serenaders with a cool drink or tropical cocktail from the Quarterdeck Bar. The cultural theme night (on request) includes a meke—traditional Fijian dancing—a pottery demonstration and a kava ceremony. A wide range of watersports activities can be organised from snorkelling, kayaking, golf, horseriding, reef walks, scuba diving and visits to the local village. PO Box 416, Pacific Harbour FIJI Tel: +679 3452 200 Fax: +679 3452 059 Email: enquiries@uprisingbeachresort.com www.uprisingbeachresort.com U P R I S I N G B E A C H R E S O R T Offering adventure, relaxation and sheer natural beauty all in one stunning location is Uprising Beach Resort. Hidden gem Imagine a fun, friendly, and stylish place right on the beach nestled between tropical palms where the young and young-at-heart come to play. Located in Pacific Harbour, the resort offers competitive rates with authentic Fijian accommodation ranging from traditional thatched beachfront bures to shared facilities in a tree house. Authentic Fijian accommodation The Beachfront Bures are just a stone's throw from the water's edge while the Garden View Bures with ocean views can accommodate up to four guests. The fun Tree House offers shared facilities and boasts a large communal balcony with ocean views. With its restaurant open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, you will never go hungry at Uprising. Using an abundance of local and imported produce, great meals and snacks including Mexican, Indian and delicious Fijian cuisine are available and there's always a barbecue ready to fire up! The choices at Uprising are endless. Relax on the beach, by the pool, in a hammock or take advantage of the many activities on offer. Learn to scuba dive or for the more adventurous, experience a world-class shark diving trip, try whitewater rafting, game fishing or horseriding. Whether you just want to chill out or have an activity filled stay, Uprising Beach Resort has something for everyone!

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