For the 3rd year in a row, Tui Tai Expeditions has been awarded TripAdivsor’s Certificate of Excellence.

The accolade, which honors hospitality excellence, is given only to establishments that consistently achieve outstanding traveler reviews on TripAdvisor, and is extended to qualifying businesses worldwide. Only the top-performing 10 percent of businesses listed on TripAdvisor receive this prestigious award.

So if your looking for guaranteed excellence and quality of service then look no further than Fiji Liveaboard AS Tui Tai. It has to be the most fun and adventurous way of experiencing the ‘soft coral capital of the world’. Your holiday package also includes river kayaking, song and dance, kava evening, waterfalls trip, village tour, meke performance, snorkeling, sea kayaking, Fijian stories and legends, mountain biking and hiking AND scuba gear – all for free!

“We’re extremely pleased to receive a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence,” said Managing Director Tige Young. “We strive to offer our customers a memorable experience, and this accolade is evidence that our hard work is translating into positive reviews on TripAdvisor.”

“The award really goes to our staff. They are the ones providing the service, providing personlized service to each and every guest who comes on Tui Tai. Big Vinaka vakalevu to the Tui Tai staff for maintaining a world class experience.”

Vinaka vakalevu,
-Tige

Do you want to book a trip on Fiji Liveaboard AS Tui Tai with just your buddies? Contact Dive The World to secure your booking, send us an email or call us on +66 (0)83 505 7794.

Here at Dive The World we are very pleased to announce the launch of our new Fiji Dive Resort The Pearl South Pacific. To celebrate this exciting addition to our line-up of stunning Fiji dive resorts we will give you 5% off your next holiday with us! But hurry – you must book by 28 Nov 2012.

Set on a beautiful white sandy beach and only a stones throw away from some amazing Fiji diving, The Pearl South Pacific Resort offers stylish accommodation and top-quality facilities. Here you can treat yourself to excellent service, fabulous food, relaxation and adventure. As well as experiencing Viti Levu’s famous shark feed dive, you can play golf, enjoy the pool and beach, go surfing and white water rafting or relax with a pampering massage at the hotel spa.

Read more information on the Fiji Dive Resort The Pearl South Pacific including details of the accommodation, food, diving and prices.

Dive The World has the following special offer for you:

The Pearl South Pacific Resort – Special Offer

Book your stay at this stunning resort now and get 5% off your next dive vacation!
Book by 28 Nov 2012 and enjoy a great discount off your Dive The World dive trip!

This offer can be used in addition to other special offers including your Dive The World returning customer 5% discount.

If you’d like to treat yourself to some awesome Fiji diving at the stunning Pearl South Pacific Resort, then contact Dive The World now to get 5% off your next trip. Call us on +66 (0)83 505 7794 or send us an email.

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At Dive The World we are happy to announce the launch of our new Fiji Dive Resort VoliVoli. And to celebrate this addition to our line-up of quality Fiji dive resorts we will give you 5% off your next holiday with Dive The World when you book your stay now. But hurry – you must book before 24 July 2012.

If you’re looking for world-class dive sites, friendly Fijian hospitality and a secluded atmosphere then the family-run VoliVoli Resort is just what you are looking for. There is a range of comfortable, affordable accommodation to choose from and facilities include a swimming pool, private beach, restaurant and beachside bar. After a great day’s diving with reef sharks and barracuda you can either relax with a good book from the library or if you’re feeling energetic, participate in a range of activities such as Kayaking, beach volleyball, jet skiing, snorkelling, inflatable rides and parasailing.

Read more information on the Fiji Dive Resort VoliVoli including details of the accommodation, food, diving and prices.

Dive The World has the following special offer for you:

VoliVoli Resort – Special Offer

Book your stay at this new resort now and get 5% off your next dive trip!
Make your booking by 24 July 2012 and enjoy 5% off your next dive vacation with Dive The World!

This offer can be used in addition to other special offers including your Dive The World returning customer 5% discount.

If you’d like to spoil yourself with a secluded vacation diving in Fiji, then contact us right away to find out more about the VoliVoli Dive Resort Fiji. Call Dive The World on +66 (0)83 505 7794 or send us an email.

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Here at Dive The World we are delighted to announce the launch of our new Fiji Dive Resort Papageno on Kadavu Island. And to celebrate this addition to our Fiji line-up we will give you 5% off your next vacation with Dive The World when you book your stay. But hurry – you must book before 20 July 2012.

Papageno is the ideal place to stay if you are looking for a peace and tranquility. This eco-resort and organic farm is set in 350 acres of orchards and gardens beside a beautiful white sandy beach, and it’s house reef is a protected marine reserve. There are many great dive spots just a short boat ride away including the Pacific Voyager wreck and the Great Astrolabe Reef where you can dive with manta rays.

Read more information on the Fiji Dive Resort Papageno including details of the accommodation, food, diving and prices.

Dive The World has the following special offer for you:

Papageno Dive Resort – Special Offer

Book your stay at this new resort now and get 5% off your next dive trip!
Don’t delay – book by 20 July 2012 and enjoy 5% off your next dive vacation with Dive The World!

This offer can be used in addition to other special offers including your Dive The World returning customer 5% discount.

If you’d like to treat yourself to an intimate holiday diving in Fiji, then contact us right away to find out more about the Fiji Dive Resort Papageno. Call Dive The World on +66 (0)83 505 7794 or send us an email.

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Matava Astrolabe Hideaway has just announced that their dive resort in Fiji has been awarded the TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence for the 3rd year in a row!

This hospitality award is only given to establishments that achieve outstanding guest reviews on TripAdvisor and just 10% of accommodations listed worldwide receive this prestigious award. Establishments must maintain a rating of at least 4 out of 5 by travellers on TripAdvisor in order to receive the Certificate of Excellence. A certain number of reviews written within the last 12 months is a requirement too.

““Matava – Fiji’s Premier Eco Adventure Resort is delighted to receive a TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence,” said Stuart Gow, Director at Matava Astrolabe Hideaway. “We strive to offer our customers a memorable eco-resort experience, and this accolade is evidence that our hard work is translating into positive traveller reviews on TripAdvisor.”" he continued.

Matava Astrolabe Hideaway, is an eco adventure resort on the environmentally pristine island of Kadavu that offers great Fiji diving. There is accommodation in traditional thatched Fijian ‘bures’ for just 22 guests. Personal, friendly service is guaranteed as you enjoy the lush tropical surroundings, privacy, comfort and stunning sea views.

Would you like to experience a dream vacation diving in Fiji and stay at the award-winning Matava Astrolabe Hideaway? Then contact Dive The World right away on +66 (0)83 505 7794 or send us an email.

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Shark Savers has recently announced its sponsorship and participation in the Great Fiji Shark Count in November 2012. And you can take part in this event on your Fiji diving vacation!

This major event to ‘count’ the shark population in Fiji is being run in partnership with their ‘citizen science database of shark sightings’ which was initiated recently as part of the SharksCount Program.
All the data collected during the Shark Count will be used to help map shark distribution and numbers in Fiji. This information will be shared with scientific and conservation groups in an effort to protect these important local shark populations.

Sharks are vital for maintaining healthy and balanced marine food chains and ecosystems. The results of the shark count will help in the planning of future protection strategies in Fiji. The survey will take place on a regular basis to monitor conservation efforts and population trends. The data will also be put into the International SharksCount database.

SharkSavers have designed and produced shark identification sheets and posters for the count and have produced guidelines for counting methods. The organisation will be in Fiji in November for this fantastic event and need your participation.

How you can help
The Great Fiji Shark Count is open to all scuba divers and snorkelers, both tourists and locals alike. Counting is easy and can be arranged through participating dive resorts and operations.

Dive The World recommends:

• Stay on Kadavu at the Matava Astrolabe Hideaway and go shark counting off the The Great Astrolabe Reef.
• Just south of Viti Levu on Beqa Island is the award winning Beqa Lagoon Resort. Shark spot in the lagoon and on its barrier reef.
• If you fancy a young, fun resort atmosphere then stay at the Uprising Beach Resort and count numerous sharks at Viti Levu and the Coral Coast through the diving operation Beqa Adventure Divers.
• Alternatively take an action-packed Fiji liveaboard cruise on the As Tui Tai. Count sharks as you explore the more remote sites of Taveuni and the Somosomos Strait.

Would you like to count sharks and directly help in their on-going protection while diving in Fiji? Then join Shark Savers in November for the Great Fiji Shark Count. Contact Dive The World right away on +66 (0)83 505 7794 or send us an email.

Matava Astrolabe Hideaway was recently awarded the PADI Green Star Award for their sustainable and eco-conscious environmental activities and business practices at their dive resort in Fiji. This is the first award of this kind in the Asia Pacific region.

The PADI Green Star award requires dive operators and resorts to conduct an objective audit of their facility and business practices and assesses performance in water and energy use, transportation, waste management and conservation leadership. The programme helps PADI dive centres and resorts identify practical actions they can take to protect and preserve the environment.

“We hope other dive operations and tourism providers in the Asia Pacific region follow our example and help to protect their local environment and achieve sustainable business practises in a green and clean manner!” said Mr Stuart Gow, one of Matava’s Directors. “We are extremely proud to win this award. We have been lucky to win overseas and global awards for our environmental policy in the past year, but it is especially gratifying to be recognised at home by our colleagues in Fiji.” he continued.

This award reinforces the fact that Matava is one of the world’s top environmentally sensitive resorts.

They are a shining example of how a dive resort can operate while helping to maintain and preserve the local environment at the same time.

Would you like to take that dream holiday diving in Fiji and stay at the award-winning Matava Astrolabe Hideaway? Then contact Dive The World right away on +66 (0)83 505 7794 or send us an email

Matava Astrolabe Hideaway is an exclusive eco-resort situated on the paradise island of Kadavu in Fiji right next to the fantastic diving on the Great Astrolabe Reef.

And now a new WiFi system has been installed for all guests so you can connect to the internet from your own laptop or phone!

This state-of-the-art WiFi system works through the resort’s satellite communications solution and runs off the in-house solar power. Guests can enjoy internet connection within the Main Bure and Bar area with the best places for good reception being the far right of The Manta Bar and in the charging station area.

All you have to do to access the internet on your laptop or other device is to purchase a token from the bar.

The WiFi connection is available during solar power activation times; from 9am to 5pm. The resort is proud to have installed this system using only the alternative power source already available.

Matava Astrolabe Hideaway – WiFi System

1 hour, 10MB: Only US$ 11 (F$ 20)
2 hours, 20MB: Only US$ 16 (F$ 30)
3 hours, 30MB: Only US$ 21 (F$ 40)

Each token lasts for EITHER the time duration or for the MB download limit – whichever is reached first.

Do you want to enjoy diving in Fiji and enjoy eco-friendly surroundings equipped with all mod-cons?
Contact Dive The World right away to book your stay at Matava Astrolabe Hideaway! Send us an email or call us on +66 (0)83 505 7794.

Are you looking for cheap flights to get you diving in Fiji sooner? Then you will love Air Pacific’s Fiji offer: Passenger pays full fare and companion pays 50% of the fare!

Soon you could be winging your way towards your well deserved vacation in one of the best dive resorts in Fiji!

Don’t delay …
You need to book before 31 August 2011!

Air Pacific’s Fiji offer – Economy Class Return

Applies to all flights from Los Angeles to Nadi
1st Passenger Price: US$ 1,110
2nd Passenger Price: US$ 555
Save US$ 555 per couple!

Valid on new reservations until 31 Aug 2011 for travel from 01 Sep 2011 until 31 Mar 2012.*
*Excludes the period 15 Dec 2011 to 15 Jan 2012.

To capitalise on this special offer from Air Pacific, why not combine it with one from Dive The World? Visit our Blog here for some great dive package deals:

• Fiji – Special Offers and Last Minute Deals
  

Surely your dream of diving in Fiji can now come true? Contact Dive The World right away to find out more about the best dive resorts in Fiji. You can send us an email or call us on +66 (0)83 505 7794.

Note: This special is offered by Air Pacific and not Dive The World. Please visit their website for more information.

As part of the 5th Underwater Festival™ 2011, Matava Resort – the Great Astrolabe Hideaway in Fiji, are holding an exciting Digital Underwater Photography Workshop Week. Hosted by Underwater Photography expert Matthieu Meur, the workshop is open to just 18 lucky divers!

Held annually, the 5th Underwater Festival™ 2011 will be the biggest one yet. It will feature an Australasia-wide simultaneous photo and video shootout competition in 25 countries spanning both hemispheres. And there are over U$100,000 worth of prizes to be won!

Located on Kadavu island, a stones throw from The Great Astrolabe Reef, Matava Resort is an exclusive and peaceful eco-hideaway set amongst stunning scenery. Their Underwater Photography Workshop includes diving sessions with Mathieu as well as hands-on classroom lessons so that by the end of the week you will be taking prize-winning photos of Fiji’s underwater world.

Matava Resort

Photography Workshop with Matthieu Meur
8 Days 7 Nights 15 Boat Dives
03 – 10 Sep 2011
Double/Twin: US$ 1,831 (FJD 3,250) per person.

Special group discount – 10 diver’s pay and 2 buddies go FREE!

Includes: Accommodation in Oceanview Bure, all meals, airport transfers, 5 days of 3 tank boat dives = 15 dives (incl 1 night dive), complimentary unlimited shore diving, daily photo workshops, practical in water assistance, in depth RAW photo post processing labs, FREE PADI Coral Conservation Course on one afternoon, FREE use of kayaks & snorkelling, traditional Lovo Feast and Kava Ceremony, guided waterfall hike and village visit.

Excludes: Scuba equipment – can be rented on arrival.

Mathieu has been shooting underwater for almost to 20 years and is currently working on his second comprehensive book on underwater digital photography due to be published this year.

Do you want to enjoy diving in Fiji while participating in this exciting photography workshop? Contact Dive The World right away, send us an email or call us on +66 (0)83 505 7794.

Note: All prices quoted are per diver sharing and are subject to availability and currency fluctuations. Currency rate is correct at time of publishing. Special offers apply to new bookings only.