Thinking of visiting Fiji? Love Island USA, cheap flights and no visa make now the time

You got a text! But are you getting a flight?

If the latest season of Love Island USA has you considering seeking your own romance in Fiji, it could be a great time to go, and you won't be alone.

According to Expedia, hotel searches for Fiji were up 30% in June compared to June 2024.

"While current season data is still pending, last year’s Season 6 showed a clear lift," Tourism Fiji said in a statement. "According to Skyscanner, searches for Suva, Fiji rose 70% year-over-year, with an 18% spike after the June 12 premiere and a 46% jump following the June 3 Casa Amor episode."

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Here's what you need to know if you're going to plan your own trip.

How do I get to Fiji from the US?

Fiji Airways has nonstop flights from Dallas, Honolulu, Los Angeles and San Francisco. As part of the oneworld airline alliance, it allows for easy connections from other U.S. cities on American Airlines, Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines.

According to Expedia, round-trip flights from Dallas and Los Angeles to Nadi Airport in Fiji are available for as little as $753 in September, though itineraries on other dates and from other cities are likely to run into the four digits.

Is a visa required to visit Fiji?

According to the State Department, visitors with a U.S. passport are not required to get a visa to visit Fiji if they plan to stay for less than four months.

Sunset on a beach in Fiji's capital city, Suva, on December 19, 2022.

Is it safe to go to Fiji right now?

Fiji is generally considered a safe destination for visitors.

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The State Department currently has Fiji listed under a Level 1 "exercise normal precautions" advisory.

"What makes Fiji so famous is its people, who are known for their amazing 'Bula' hospitality, cheeky sense of humor and living culture centered aroundfamily and community," Tourism Fiji said in a statement. "Travelers to Fiji cannot help but soak up some of the Fijian happiness that is so pervasive – you arrive in Fiji as a visitor and leave as family. Fiji's endless supply of beaches and pristine, crystal-clear ocean waters offer an ideal vacation destination for divers, honeymooners, friends and families, or simply those looking to relax and get away from it all."

Megan Thee Stallion appeared on "Love Island USA" Season 7, episode 15.

Is $100 a lot in Fiji?

The exchange rate for Fiji is somewhat favorable, with $1 USD currently worth $2.24 Fijian.

According to Expedia, the average hotel price in Fiji is $340 per night.

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Zach Wichter is a travel reporter and writes the Cruising Altitude column for USA TODAY. He is based in New York and you can reach him at [email protected].

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