.2. Tipping is not required, nor even expected, in Fiji.
3. Kava is the national drink of Fiji and a pill form of it ...more [+]is marketed widely in Europe as a "stress buster pill."
4. The traditional firewalking ceremony, involving men walking over red-hot stones, can only be performed by male members of the Sawau tribe from the island of Beqa.
5. The lively Meke Dance is the traditional dance of Fiji and each Meke tells a distinct story.
6.Bribing people is a part of the culture in Fiji.it may be handy for you to know if you need to get yourself out of a sticky situation.Eg. If you get pulled over for speeding, you can hand ..a little bribe to the police officer and he'll let you go without a fine
7.Fiji time a common fraze said by many fijians meaning basically when ever just relax
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Cities and tourist destinations are not that strict about the rules of behaviour. But when you enter Fijian village, remember that you should stick to the protocole
don't enter the village without the invitation. Ask someone living .there if you can take a walk around or stay.
The chief may come to welcome you and you're expected to have a gift. If you stay overnight you should also have a gift for your hosts.
Kava powder is always a good idea in such cases. You should dress modestly, avoiding shorts or bare shoulders. Ladies should wear a sulu (traditional "skirt"). Actually,
Fijian men also tend to wear it. When you walk through the village, avoid wearing a hat or sunglasses, as it shows disrespect. Always take your shoes off when you enter someone's house.
the yaqona (kava) drinking ceremony is an important religious and civil, public and personal ceremony for developing relationships. The tabua, a whale's tooth, is a symbol of peace used in settling disputes.
