Beachcomber (island)
Beachcomber (also known as Tai) is a small, private island within the Mamanuca Islands of Fiji in the South Pacific,[2] which in turn are a part of Fiji's Western Division.
Native name: Tai | |
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| Geography | |
| Location | South Pacific |
| Coordinates | 17°39′00″S 177°15′00″E |
| Archipelago | Mamanuca Islands[1] |
| Area | 0.08 km2 (0.031 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation | 4 m (13 ft) |
| Administration | |
| Division | Western |
| Province | Nadroga-Navosa Province |
| Demographics | |
| Population | unknown |
Geography
Beachcomber Island, also known as Tai, is one of the resort islands of Fiji, located about 18 km west of Lautoka, the second largest city of the state, located on the main island of Viti Levu.[3] Beachcomber is also called barefoot island, as it is common on the island not to wear shoes.
The original name Tai was changed to Beachcomber Island in the 1960s, mainly to make the island more attractive to tourists. The island is mainly used for tourism, for water sports such as swimming, snorkeling, and diving as well as motor water sports such as jet skiing, water skiing, and motor boating.
The port is situated on the north side of the island.[4]
See also
References
- Kumar, Lalit (31 January 2020). Climate Change and Impacts in the Pacific. Springer Nature. p. 68. ISBN 978-3-030-32878-8. Retrieved 15 April 2021.
- Jones, Robyn; Pinheiro, Leonardo (2000). Fiji. Lonely Planet. p. 194. ISBN 978-0-86442-679-6. Retrieved 19 April 2021.
- Siers, James (1985). The Fiji Experience: A Pictorial Guide. Millwood Press. ISBN 978-0-908582-73-0. Retrieved 19 April 2021.
- "Beachcomber Island ferry, compare prices, times and book tickets". directferries.com. Retrieved 19 April 2021.