Lets Go Local: Natadola The Beach, Cafe Planet The Coffee

Meet Erik and Kate Aelbers.They live in Suva with their kids Hugo (aged 6) and Lucy (aged 4).

Mr Ael­bers, or Erik, works for the Asian Development Bank.

“We’ve called Suva home for a little over five years now and are particularly happy to do during these uncertain times,” Mr Aelbers said.

“We’ve visited quite a few places on Viti Levu for quick weekends away.

“Further afield we’ve vis­ited some islands in the Mamanucas, as well as Sa­vusavu and Taveuni.”

What’s One Place You’d Take Every Visitor To Fiji And Why?

We love visiting Natado­la Beach, and usually stay at the InterContinental Fiji Golf Resort and Spa.

The beach there is the most beautiful we’ve found on Viti Levu.

It’s the perfect spot for a relaxing weekend away.

What’s Your Secret Backyard Favourite Spot?

Our children, Hugo and Lucy, enjoy a visit to the Colo-I-Suva Rainforest Eco Resort to feed their fish.

It’s a beautiful place to visit regardless of the weather.

What’s Uour Favourite Place In Fiji For A Pie/Cof­fee?

If we’re driving between Suva and the West, Cafe Planet in Korotogo is al­ways a great place to stop.

In Suva, the pies at Mad­Hatter and Weta Coffee are always good too.

What’s One Fiji Spot On The Top Of Your Bucket List?

Until recently, it would have been to venture deep­er into the interior of Viti Levu. We were recently able to cross that off the list, with a great trip with Talanoa Treks.

Now, a visit to the Yasa­was and diving off Kada­vu are still on our list

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