Frequently asked questions

How far is Starfish Blue from the Nadi International Airport (NAN)?

After your flight arrives at the Nadi International Airport, there are no other flights or ferries to arrange. Either hire a car, or arrange ahead to have Suncoast Taxis and Tours to meet your flight. Starfish Blue is a scenic 2 - 2.5 hours drive from the airport. You have to go a bit slow for all of the animals and people that walk along the road, but it's worth the journey. You'll see a side to Fiji that many visitors miss.

How can we get there?
You can either rent a car at the Nadi airport, (driving is on the left-hand side) or arrange transport with Suncoast Taxis and Tours. Sun Coast Taxis will meet you outside of customs with a sign with your name on it, arrange for key pick up, and deliver you to our house, all for slightly less than a taxi from Nadi. The benefit for you is that they are a local company and know Starfish Blue so there is no risk of them getting los. The owner of Suncoast Taxis and Tours, Jai Ram, manages Starfish Blue, and provides a seamless transition. They are only a phone call away during your stay at Starfish Blue, and have a range of tours available. Email Jai at suncoasttours@connect.com.fj for more details.

Can we use the resort facilities at Wananavu?

Yes! Wananavu is happy to have our guests visit the resort. You're welcome to dine at the restaurant, swim in the pool, join the day trips, shop in the gift shop and use the internet. Some fees apply. When you arrive, you will just check in at Wananavu if you plan to use the resort, and give them an imprint of your credit card, and you can use the resort just like a guest. You'll receive a number just like other guests, and you check out upon leaving. You're also welcome to walk or drive over and just use the pool or beach.

Nearby Volivoli Beach Resort also welcomes our guest. They have a restaurant, pool with swim up bar, free kayaking, and the areas main dive shop. There is no need to register there, you just pay for meals and drinks or diving as you go.

What is provided at Starfish Blue?

We know you've traveled a long way and we've tried to think of everything to make your holiday an enjoyable and relaxing one. We provide beach and bath towels, linens, all sorts of kitchen items from plates and glasses to a blender and a panini maker, gas grill, CD player, and two TV's with Sky Satelite TV and a selection of DVD's. We also have a phone for keeping in touch with loved ones and Wananavu has internet connection for a fee. We also provide a USB stick for internet connection if you bring your laptop, with a FJD$20 card to get you started. If you require extra time, cards are available in town.

If traveling with a baby, we offer a crib (cot) and high chair.  There is a washing machine (we ask that you dry your clothes on the line out back unless it's raining but we do have a dryer in a pinch) and even snorkel gear. We only provide masks and  snorkels, to snorkel off from our property you will need reef shoes as it's very rocky. You're welcome to take the gear to Wananavu or to Nananu-I-Ra Island for the day. We do ask that you conserve water as much as possible during your stay.

Is there a sandy beach nearby?

Our beach area is rocky. It's actually a grassy hill that does down to the sea. Wananavu, which is walking distance, offers a large sandy beach with loungers, and Nananu-I-Ra, which is a 10 minute boat ride, offers gorgeous sandy beaches with hammocks and loungers. You can go to a secluded beach or to MacDonald's Beach Backpackers and enjoy lunch and a rest in a hammock.  You can also enter from their pier, where they feed the large and docile fish each day. 

Our water is great for snorkeling, and we provide masks and snorkels at the house. (You'll want reef shoes.) One fun thing to do is to snorkel down to Wananavu, relax on the beach for a while, and swim or walk back.

Is it possible to hire additional help?

We provide maid service, if you want it, (and not everyone does, so it's perfectly fine to opt out of it for the whole time or as you would like) Monday through Friday for 2 hours a day. The maids can also cook for you or watch your children. You will pay the maids directly for any additional services you would like. The rate is FJD$5/hour. See Dining for meal options cooked for you at Starfish Blue.

Are there grocery stores nearby?

Yes, in town, there are 4 or 5 grocery stores, a bread store, and an open air market. The maids can also tell you where to get fresh fish. There is a butcher shop in Lautoka for beef, which is not found in Rakiraki. If you are using Suncoast Taxis and Tours for transportation, they can arrange a stop at the butchers.

What should I bring?

The area in front of our house is rocky, so if you want to access the water from the house, you will want reef shoes. A selection of CD's of your favorite music is a good idea.