WELCOME TO

DREAMVIEW

VILLAS

(The Hidden Paradise)

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www.dreamviewvillas.com.fj

E-mail: info@dreamviewvillasfiji.com Mobile: +649 212728303(New Zealand) Mobile: +679 9467350 (Fiji) Landline: +679 6693104 (Fiji) PO Box 1061, Rakiraki, Fiji Islands

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Phone Numbers and Contacts

Fiji’s area code: 679 Here are some phone numbers you might need: Dreamview Villas Office +679 6693104 Dream View Villas Main Facility (local calls free for guests) +679 6693105 Jai Ram- Dream View Villas Manager 679 9467350 (Mobile) 679 669 4907 (Landline) Jai is available for any advice or help Dream View Villas Postal Address PO Box 1061, Rakiraki, Fiji Islands Suncoast Tours and Taxis +6799996746 suncoasttours@connect.com.fj Dr. Naidu- Rakiraki 669 3000 ram_naidu@hotmail.com A local doctor highly recommended 669 4462 864 7888 Mobile Namaka Medical Centre 672 2288 Tourist class medical services are available near the Nadi Airport in Namaka. Wananavu Beach Resort 669 4433 www.wananavu.com VoliVoli Beach Resort 669 4511 www.volivoli.com Tanoa Hotel, Rakiraki 669 4101 www.tanoarakiraki.com Iguana Car Rental, Rakiraki 669 3785 iguanarentals@connect.com.fj

Police 669 4222 Emergency - 917

Fire 669 3673 Emergency - 911

Ambulance 669 4368 Emergency - 911

Driving Directions- Arriving on your own…

From the Nadi Airport, take a left onto Queen’s Road. It’s a slow and interesting drive through

Fijian villages and a few towns to Rakiraki. You’ll stay on the main road until you see signs for

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Wananavu Beach Resort (WBR). Follow signs. You’ll arrive at the first WBR guardhouse. Turn left up the hill. Your keys will be with the caretaker/security at the Main Facility.

If you are driving then it may be a good idea to do a search of Wananavu Beach Resort on

Google Earth for road map from Nadi to the Dreamview Villas. We are just next door to the Resort. Copy this link to your web browser for directions on google map https://goo.gl/maps/liS6o

From Dream View Villas…

Wananavu Beach Resort is 5 minutes walk. To walk, go down to the empty guard house and turn left. Please call the resort before going for meals or drinks.

Nananu-I-Ra- About 15 to 20 minutes by boat. We have a boat for hire.

Volivoli Beach Resort- About 10 minutes by car. Drive down and turn right at the guardhouse. At the T intersection by the soccer field, turn right. After about 5 minutes, you’ll

see the signs for Volivoli on the right. Please call the resort before visiting or for meals.

Town- to get to Rakiraki Town from the Villas, turn right at the guardhouse, left at the next T intersection, and at the main road, turn right. Just before the village, the Tanoa Hotel, Rakiraki will be on your right. After going through the village there will be a fork in the road, take the

left. To get to the tomb of UdreUdre bear right at the fork, and it’s very soon after that on the right.

Church of the Black Christ- go to the main road, and instead of going right towards town, go

left, and it’s about a 20 minute drive. Look for the signs for St. Francis Xavier Church on the right.

Things to know…

Jai Ram is the manager for the Villas and can assist you in planning activities

and advice on things to do etc.

Resort Privileges- Wananavu Beach Resort and Volivoli Beach Resort are very

gracious and offer our guests privileges at the resort.

But you have to make prior arrangements before visiting the resorts. We have a

free guest phone in the Main facility.

Occasionally, Wananavu Beach Resort is closed for outside guests and we are

sometimes not informed of such closures. If visiting WBR is important to you then

please check with WBR if they will be open to outside guests during your stay at the

Villas. Please visit www.wananavu.com for contact details.

Volivoli Beach Resort will still be open to you.

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Volivoli Beach Resort welcomes our guests- Please see the front desk before

entering the resort. Their only request is that you make some purchase while there- a

drink, a meal, diving, etc.

Internet- For Wi Fi please contact Manager upon arrival or let us know before

arriving.

Phone- There is a phone for you at the Main Facility.

Local calls are free. For toll calls overseas and also within Fiji please use phone cards.

You may buy a phone card at the Dream View Villas. Please contact the manager.

Water- We have borehole spring water.

Water is very, very precious. So, please conserve water where possible.

Use the washing machine only when absolutely necessary and only with a full

load.

Solar Water Heaters- we have installed solar water heaters in all the villas. On

occasions when it is cloudy or raining you may switch on the electric boosters for a

short while, say an hour. The booster switch is located in the master bedroom

bathroom just behind the door on your right at adult height. Please remember to keep

this switch off when not needed.

Air Conditioning- We’ve installed air conditioners in all of the bedrooms for

your comfort. The rooms only take about 5 to 10 minutes to cool down once you turn

the air condition on, so please don’t have them running when you are elsewhere. Feel

free to use them when you’re in the room. Of course, please don’t run the air

conditioners with the windows or doors open. We do have terrific tropical breezes, and

many people find the sound of the ocean and the breeze through the palms is very nice

for sleeping and they don’t use the air conditioning at all.

Ceiling Fans – Please do not leave the fans on when not in the room.

Maid Service – We provide free maid service every once a week. For daily

service the charge is F$30 per day.

Sheets and Towels: maids will change once a week, if required, without

charge. Please let the maids know if you require sheets and towels to be changed.

There is a charge for change of sheets and towels on a daily basis.

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Washer - We have washers in all the Villas. There are clothes lines near your

villa.

Valuables- We cannot be responsible for money or valuables left around. Please

exercise care. You may use the lockable storage room on ground floor for locking

valuable items. Key to this room will be with the room key

Generator- We have a back-up generator. If the main grid power goes off either

the caretaker or security will switch on the generator.

Fire Hydrant – There are fire hydrants in the vicinity of all the villas. Please

check the location of the closest FH.

Pets – Generally pets are not allowed.

Security- Security guard will be on-site from 6pm to 6am.

Gate – will be locked from 10 pm. Inform security if you wish the gate to be

opened after hours.

Shopping- It is advisable to do your supplies shopping before leaving Nadi

International Airport. There are few supermarkets near the airport in Namaka, about 5

minutes drive from the airport. Please ask at the airport and they will direct you. If you

are picked up by our airport transfers the driver will be quite happy to take you

shopping on your way to the villa.

There are a number of grocery stores in Rakiraki and an open air market. It is

difficult to get beef in Rakiraki, but there is a butcher at the end of Denarau Island in

Nadi, as well as Lautoka near the port. You can get fresh fish in Rakiraki at a number

of outlets. Please ask the Villa Manager. There is a Hot Bread store for fresh bread in

Rakiraki town and in Naria which is about 10 minutes by car. The fruit and veg market

is near the bus stop in Rakiraki Town - you purchase things by the bundle or pile. Bring

small bills and change, if possible.

Rakiraki is not a tourist town. You will see real Fijians going about their business.

Some popular items to buy are Bula shirts for men, (like Hawaiian shirts.) For women,

there are Indian shops that sell beautiful saris. While you may not wear one, they

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make beautiful wall hangings and gifts. There are also clothes stores that sell

Western clothing.

Snorkel Gear- Snorkeling in Fiji is fabulous. Some people snorkel every day.

You may want to purchase a set at home and bring it with you.

You may wish to bring your own footwear for snorkeling. There are occasionally

sting rays and jelly fish, so footwear is important. If you step on a sting ray, call Dr.

Naidu immediately.

Places to snorkel- The areas around the Dream View Marina have great

snorkeling. It is a 2 to 5 minutes walk with easy access to the sea at the marina jetty.

Go to the right of the marina about 200m. You may snorkel all the way to the

Wananavu Beach Resort.

Here are a few other options:

Nananu-I-Ra: Some of the most picturesque beaches in all of Fiji are located a

10 minute boat ride away on Nananu-I-Ra Island. Transfers and pick up can be

arranged with the Manager.

Day Trip- Please ask the Manager for day trips to the islands

Both Wananavu Beach resort and Volivoli Beach Resorts have dive shops. They

can do full certifications, or a half-day, Introduction to Scuba, where you only go a

short distance down- a great way to try it out.

Power- Fiji is on the same voltage and connections as Australia and New

Zealand. If you are from North America, Europe or Asia then please bring along

compatible adapters.

Tipping- while tipping is not expected, it is very much appreciated.

Items provided at Dream View Villas

• All linens and towels,

• Soap, shampoo, conditioner, bath gel and toilet paper,

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• Washing machine, • All cooking utensils, plates, cutlery, and appliances: fridge, microwave, wall

oven, dishwasher and cook top • Portable Gas BBQ. There is a F$20 charge per night

• TV • Telephone- local calls are free; you’ll need a phone card for long distance, even

within Fiji. Buy at Nadi Airport or at any of the towns on the way to the Villas. Also, available at the local Rakiraki town or at our Villas.

We have made every effort to consider all of your needs and hope that everything goes

smoothly. However, we cannot guarantee any of our appliances; please let us know if there is a problem.

Supplies – We suggest you bring your basic supplies for the first day or two e.g.

cereals, bread, milk, tea, coffee, sugar, cooking ingredients etc. You should not have

any issues as such in bringing cereals and snacks to Fiji as long as you declare at the customs on arrival. Good idea to bring your duty free allowances for liquor, wine etc.

Limited quantities of milk, tea, coffee, sugar, canned and bottled drinks incl water is

sold at the Dreamview Villas Kitchen.

Issues? We are here to help!

You have taken time away from your busy life, traveled a great distance, and are in a

new environment. We want you to go home perfectly relaxed and with happy memories of Fiji and Dream View Villas.

If you encounter a problem, please let us know immediately so it doesn’t disturb your

enjoyment of this much anticipated holiday. I promise you that we want to know should something not meet your expectations, and we will do everything we can to

correct the problem as soon as possible. The only problems we ignore are the ones we

don’t know about.

The Dream View Villas employees are well-trained and eager to please. No one will take offence if you let them or I know that something could be better. By letting us

know, you are giving us the opportunity to correct the problem. We appreciate it.

What to do if there is a problem

Contact Jai as soon as you can. Use free call phone in the Main Facility. Jai- Mobile 9467350 or 9996746

Home 669 4907

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If that doesn’t meet your satisfaction, contact me. I receive emails immediately on my cell phone. I am easy to reach and eager to help facilitate the resolution to any

problem. I will contact you very quickly if I miss your call.

Dining- Restaurants (Prices are subject to change) Dreamview Villas Kitchen You may preorder a day in advance. Please see menu attached.

Wananavu Beach Resort – 5 mins walk. Please call before going down. www.wananavu.com

Volivoli Beach- 10 mins by car. Please call before going down. www.volivoli.com

Tanoa Hotel Rakiraki- 15 mins by car

Tours

Suncoast Taxis provide airport transfers as well as tours. They know the villas well and

are able to accommodate special requests. Note- all prices are in Fiji Dollars.

1 ) VILLAGE TOUR - Waterfall slide & horse riding

Spend a magical morning of afternoon in a local village of Ra and share their experience. A half an hour drive from the villas is an inland village which is located at

the foot of the Nakauvadra mountain range, where the villagers will greet you with a kava ceremony and entertain you with traditional singing and dancing. Then you will be

guided to a 15 minutes trekking to the heart shaped water slide. Or just have a horse ride through the inland pathways and absorb the natural beauty. Later cool yourself in

the fresh mountain water or simply slide yourself into the heart shaped pool. Upon returning to the village you would see handicrafts on display which would be

locally made and is for sale. You will also be served local refreshments.

2 ) SUNCOAST TIKI TOUR Ellington wharf

The only harbor in Rakiraki where boats from nearby islands and also from Vanua Levu come and go.

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Navolau lookout

Enjoy the scenery of the sea or the mountains from this lookout. Great place to take

photographs or simply admire nature.

Waimada waterfront

Enjoy a little walk on a white sandy beach next to a village overlooking the Viti Levu bay.

Church of Black Christ

Ancient catholic church built in the year 1917. Made of limestone and stained glass

with gorgeous sea view. Vaileka market

Take time to see the locals buy and sell fresh fruits and vegetables and a walk around the small town.

Tomb of Ratu Udre Udre

See the tomb of the last cannibal chief who is believed to have consumed 999 men in

the 19th century. 3 ) Day trip to Suva

A full day trip into the capital city of Fiji.

Visit the only museum in Fiji and the biggest shopping centre in Fiji.

A scenic 2 ½ to 3 hour drive through the natural forests and villages in to Suva. 4 ) Snake Cave Tour

Snake cave without any snakes. Just the idol of a snake with 3 heads inside a cave.

Tour the cave that is about 2 km into the mountains. Its pitch black inside and is the

biggest cave in Fiji. Guided tours provided by the villagers. See a waterfall inside the cave.

5) Private Boat Tour

Take an all day boating excursion around the area. Cruise the coast line surrounding

Dream View Villas, Wananavu, and Volivoli Beach Resorts. Go to the island for a snorkeling excursion. A day out with private boat is a fun way to spend a day in

paradise.

If you want a boat cruise or transfers to the island contact Manager for boat hire.

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6) Fishing

Fishing is great in the Bligh Waters, just 20 minutes out into the ocean beyond the

Nanu-i-Ra Island. If you are keen on fishing and wish to hire a boat, then contact Jai Ram (Villa

Manager) to arrange for fishing tours. Of course, you can do shore fishing off the Dream View Marina. We have hand lines for hire.

7) Trips to Lautoka and Nadi

Also, day trips to Lautoka for lunch and shopping, or whole day in Nadi for day of flight. Drive down, see the Garden of the Sleeping Giant, eat lunch, shop in Nadi, and

then arrive at the airport in time for your flight. Send an email to Jai at suncoasttours@connect.com.fj or phone to 999 6746

Vinaka Vakalevu,

Sada Reddy www.dreamviewvillas.com.fj info@dreamviewvillasfiji.com Phone: +679 9467350 (Fiji) Mobile:+64 212728303 (NZ)

Dream View Meal Menu Meals to be preordered a day before but not later than 4pm.

In certain situations, meals can be ordered same day subject to the

availability of Chef and/or ingredients. (All prices are in Fiji Dollars incl 9% Vat)

Children meals half price for most items. Check with Chef for items where there are no discounts for

children.

Chef will be happy to cook special menu requirements subject to availability and know-how for specialized

requirements. Prices will be set as one off with negotiation.

Please discuss your dietary requirements with the Chef.

Breakfast:

1. Scrambled eggs, 4 pce Toast, Local Seasonal Fruit $12

2. 3 egg omelettes (tomato- in season, onion, cheese), 4 pce Toast, and Local Seasonal Fruits $15

3. Boiled Egg $3 each unpeeled (Hard boiled or 6 mins soft boiled)

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Local Specials

4. Roti Parcel (1 roti and vegetable curry) $3.00(min order 3 parcels)

5. Roti Parcel (1 roti and potato and canned tuna curry) $4.00(min order parcels)

Full Local Breakfast

6. ( 3 rotis, 1 or 2 vegetable curry, local seasonal fruit, fruit juice, tea or coffee) $15.00

7. Additional roti $2.00 each

8. Normal Tea or Coffee $4 per cup

9.Masala Chai cooked on stove with milk lemon grass and lemon leaves $5 per cup

10. Freshly made lemonade using local lemon and passionfruit (subject to availability) $3 per glass

11. Fruit Platter (Pawpaw, bananas, pineapple, water melon, guava, mango (all subject to

availability) $15

12. Green Coconut (subject to availability) $5 each

13. Whole pawpaw (subject to availability) $2 small $3 medium $4 large

14.Pineapples $4 each subject to availability.

Lunch/Dinner

(All curry dishes come with assorted seasonal pickles on the side and green chilies)

15.Chicken Curry with Rice, 2 Roti, dhal soup, vegetable curry and tomato chutney $15 per serve

16. Lamb curry with Rice, 2 Roti, dhal soup, vegetable curry and tomato chutney $25 per serve

17. Fish Curry with Rice, 2 Roti, Vegetable curry and tamarind chutney $20 per serve

18.Kokoda (fish marinated in lemon juice – Fijian Ceviche) with local root crop eg taro or cassava

$25 per serve

19. Fried Rice (chicken) $15 per serve

20. Chicken and vegetable stew $15 per serve

21 Lamb and vegetable stew $20 per serve

22. BBQ choice of either 2pce chicken or 2 pce lamb chops, 2 sausages (specify chicken, lamb or

pork) with local root crop eg taro or cassava or rice and salad $20 per person (Min 2 persons). Children half

size $10

23. Pan Fried locally caught fish with rice or taro/cassava, salad or potato chips $25 per serve

24. Fish (no bones) and chips Cassava/Dalo fried or unfried 2pce fish and a serve of cassava/dalo $15

25. Lovo (cooked in earth pit over hot stones) for min 20 people: chicken, fish, lamb (subject to

availability) palusami, taro and cassava $35 per person. Requires more than a day’s notice.

26. Free Range Rooster, Duck or goat meat and local lamb curry please check with Jai, Manager

9996746. Requires notice up to a day or more. Subject to availability locally. Prices will include

transportation and processing of live animals.

For any other special menu please discuss with Manager Jai 9996746.

Canned and bottled juices and bottled water are available in the kitchen from

8am to 4pm. Tea, coffee, sugar and milk are also available for purchase in the

kitchen. Soft drinks may not be chilled.

Please see price list at the Kitchen.