About Shalini Singh Expertise Tourism related questions including accomodation standards, activities,prices,transport in the Nadi area of the Fiji Islands. My knowledge also extends to other parts of Fiji.
Experience I was born in Fiji and returned to live in Nadi 13 years ago. We have our own business (legal practitioners) however my persoanl interest is tourism - in particular B & B management which has expanded my knowledge about Nadi and Fiji and what she has to offer.
Organizations Nadi Chamber of Commerce
Rotary Club of Nadi
Fiji Law Society
Publications Fiji Law Society Journal
Education/Credentials Bachelor of Business Communications (Journalism and Public Relations Major)
Bachelor of Laws
Graduate Diploma in Legal Practice
Expert: Shalini Singh Date: 6/14/2004 Subject: opening a resort in fiji
Question Dear Shalini,
I'm european and I am currently interested in opening a small operation in Fiji, basically a small resort with bungalows and restaurant.
I would like to ask you this:
1) do you consider this a difficult thing to do for a foreign
2) it is recommendable to buy a land and build onto it
3) which island offer the best compromise between tourist presence and wild nature
4) would you recommend any organization to refer in fiji or abroad for this kinf of operation
1000 thanks for answering,
Nik
Answer Nik
many of the resorts in fiji are foreign owned or funded.
Much of the prime tourism land is not freehold and needs to be leased from the native landowners.
There are many islands in the fiji group - you may need to make a trip to see which area you like before narrowing your search for a suitable location.
I suggest you consider putting an ad under real estate wanted in travelmaxia.com.
Also I suggest you contact the Fiji Trade and Investment Board - They should have a website - if you have any problems let me know and I will find a number and contact for you.
You will have many legal questions and for that I would refer you to Babu Singh Lawyers - babusingh@connect.com.fj - Mr Singh is a legal practitioner who has a lot of experience in native land transactions and tourism operation in Fiji. He can also help you in your dealings with FTIB and refer you to other professionals you will require eg accountants, architects,insurance experts and financiers.
