The closest you can get to paradise
By A Yahoo! Contributor, 10/13/07
We have been to Fiji five times in the past 2 1/2 years, and in six different resorts; Maravu is our favorite by far! Above all the staff is wonderful. We have fallen in love with each bright smile. Everyone has been very warm & friendly & their heart very genuine. All staff behave like welcoming hosts. We also think you receive best value for money of all resorts we know. The accommodations are spacious and you have lots of privacy; we loved our deck with a hammock and sea views and especially the patio with the big Jacuzzi; you have even sea views from the Jacuzzi, and you can adjust the water temperature to your liking (it takes a bit long though).
The activities staff is always doing a great job in helping us plan and accompany our activities.There are so many activities you cannot do all in a week. We actually couldn't do all during three stays of one week each! The coconut demonstrations, cooking lessons, Fijian medicine sessions, etc are always very nicely done; these afternoon cultural demonstrations at Maravu are a very nice idea. The food is extraordinary, and on a par with best restaurants anywhere. Not only are the ingredients skillfully handled, but the menu are innovative and exciting!
The bures are very well kept, clean, comfortable and tasteful. One day I think we stayed around the room too much and were a little confused about whether we kept our cleaning lady away. I spoke to the reception and when we returned from lunch, all was arranged. Also the service in the restaurant is delightful, they are doing everything so well.
The massages at Maravu are another outstanding thing. The spa run by Maria and Mere couldn't do any better for relaxation after a long day hiking in Bouma National Park. The prices in the bar - cocktails, beers, wines - are reasonable if not cheap though. The boutique has a very good choice of Fiji handicrafts and spa products and they will even sent your piece of art safe and nicely packed back home.
Maravu is not just a business, it is a work of art! Taveuni Island is not just a beautiful, magnificent Island, it is the closest you can get to paradise!!