I've heard differing reports about Fiji.

I'd planned to go in August for 7 days (Malolo Lailai Island) with my boyfriend, who is a complete newby, but have heard conditions are erratic with wind less likely than at Aitutaki - and lots of coral. I'm wondering if it is going to be worth the money - for him particularly.

Any info would be appreciated.

i was there last august for 7 days, had 5 days of constant wind, started about 18-20 knots the first day was blowing 25-30 the 5th day, rained the night of the 5th day then was as dead as a fence post the 6-7th day.

i was told by the guy at the resort they normally have 3 days of nothing then the wind comes in for 5 days or so, slowly building up to a storm, then the storm rolls through and it is quite again for a few days

A strong el nino pattern is predicted to form later this year. i would do a little research and see how this will affect the general weather patterns in the central western pacific.

I stayed at plantation island resort on island of Malolo LaiLai. It's a good resort for families with kids and the fact that I got out for some kiting was a bonus. It's close to a lot of great surf breaks, guys were hiring boats and going for a early morning surf and still had plenty of time to do the family stuff afterwards. I wouldn't go there if your main aim was to do a lot of kiting. I believe there are a lot better places in Fiji for this

kevinwd1 said...
I stayed at plantation island resort on island of Malolo LaiLai. It's a good resort for families with kids and the fact that I got out for some kiting was a bonus. It's close to a lot of great surf breaks, guys were hiring boats and going for a early morning surf and still had plenty of time to do the family stuff afterwards. I wouldn't go there if your main aim was to do a lot of kiting. I believe there are a lot better places in Fiji for this

My main aim is family holiday like yours. But sneak out for a kite once in a while if it's windy.