Toberua Island Resort

About a 30-minute boat ride from Suva along the scenic Navaloa River, tiny Toberua Island, in the Lomaiviti Group, is one of Fiji's island gems.

Approaching from the sea, four-acre Toberua (pronounced "Tomberua") looks a little like Gilligan's Island, with its sliver of white-sand beach, arching palms, and cute thatched bures. Known for its personal service and friendly feel, Toberua Island Resort accommodates guests in 18 bures nestled along the shore, featuring a blend of natural textures and modern comforts

All of the visitors are known by name by the long-serving personnel, and there's no need for a watch or phone here. When each meal is ready, pulsing drums proclaim it, and the pleasant crew locates you on the island to collect your dinner order.

Diving, snorkeling, and fishing on the surrounding reefs, kayaking, swimming in the island's pool, spa treatments, petanque, and tours to adjacent villages are all popular activities on the island.

Location: Lomaiviti Group