FCF’s stopover loophole strategy kills two birds with one stone to the South Pacific
If the South Pacific is calling your name, why not add Fiji to your itinerary for FREE —or as little as $362? Or, add Australia or New Zealand to your Fiji trip for about the same, or less than free.
Consider this: a round-trip Business Class ticket to a South Pacific destination like New Zealand or Australia could set you back $4,060 to $7,060, and a separate trip to Fiji could cost another $5,710 to $8,010. That’s a staggering $9,770 to $15,070 for two trips! But by combining them into one seamless adventure, you could pay just $4,044 to $5,380, saving yourself up to $11,026.
Here’s why a stop in Fiji is not only affordable but irresistible.
Easy Flight Connections
Fiji is more than just a tropical paradise—it’s a perfectly convenient stopover with direct flights to major North American hubs like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and Vancouver. This ease of travel makes adding a few days or more in Fiji to your itinerary a breeze. You get the tropical break without complicating your travel plans.
Extend the Travel Bliss
Think of a stop in Fiji as hitting the pause button on reality before or after visiting cities like Auckland, Sydney, or Melbourne for either business or pleasure. Instead of diving right in or plunging straight back into the daily grind, imagine basking on white-sand beaches, snorkeling in clear turquoise waters, and soaking up the tropical sun. It’s the perfect pre- or post-trip relaxing interlude.
Embrace ‘Fiji Time’
In Fiji, life operates on what the locals call “Fiji time,” where everything moves at a relaxed pace, encouraging you to savor every moment. Whether you’re sipping a tropical drink by the pool or drifting along in a boat, the unhurried rhythm of life offers the perfect contrast to the fast-paced lifestyle in those big cities.
The Stopover Loophole Strategy (SLS) Unveiled
In the world of air travel, a stopover is a layover lasting more than four hours, often stretching into days or weeks oftentimes for LESS or little to no additional cost. With SLS, you’re not just traveling from point A to point B—you’re turning a layover into a multi-destination feast.
- Get Two for One: Add a side trip to your trip and it’s almost like the airline is rewarding you for taking a vacation. You’re moving from one destination to another while sampling additional flavors along the way.
- Book Side Trips at Nearly the Same Cost: Why settle for just one destination when you can experience two (or more) for nearly the same price? It’s like ordering a main course and discovering that appetizers and dessert are already included.
- Save on Extended Travel: Even if there’s a slight price increase, it’s still a steal compared to booking multiple separate round-trip flights. Turn a single trip into a multi-stop adventure while stretching your travel budget.
Ideal for Every Traveler
This strategy is perfect for:
- Leisure Travelers: If flexibility is your game, adding an extra destination is a delightful way to enhance your trip. If Fiji has always been on your bucket list, the SLS serves it up as the perfect side dish to your South Pacific adventure.
- Business Travelers on a Budget: SLS lets you sneak in a mini-vacation while on a work trip, transforming your business travel into a memorable escape without breaking the bank.
The SLS in Action
Let’s say you’re flying to Auckland, Brisbane, Christchurch, Melbourne, Sydney, or Wellington. Instead of settling for a standard layover, the SLS gives you the option to savor a few days in Fiji—either on your way there or on your return. Whether you choose to soak up the sun and tropical flavors before reaching your destination or unwind afterwards, this stopover transforms your journey into the ultimate travel indulgence.
Unlocking a Two-for-One South Pacific Adventure
with the Stopover Loophole Strategy (SLS)
Instead of a straightforward round-trip from Los Angeles to Auckland, New Zealand, costing $5,315, add in the sun-soaked haven of Fiji, and the price is just $76 more, $5,391.
Los Angeles > Auckland > Nadi > Los Angeles $5,391
The Magic of Multiple Destinations
Instead of a typical point-to-point round-trip, the SLS includes a slight detour that actually saves you money when compared to taking two separate trips. Here are some sample Fiji Airways itineraries with a stop in Fiji outbound.
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A350 Business Class
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Fiji Airways Seats
A350 Business Class
Fiji Airways A350 offers Business Class fully lie-flat leather seats in a 1-2-1 seat configuration with direct aisle access, a seat pitch of 60-62 inches, and a 17-inch personal entertainment screen.
A330 Business Class
Fiji Airways offers A330 Business Class angled lie-flat seats in a 2-2-2 configuration with a seat pitch of 60 inches, seat width of 21 inches, and 15.4-inch personal entertainment screens.
737-800 Business Class
Fiji Airways’ 737-800 Business Class seating is a 2-2 configuration and has a seat pitch of 48 inches, an 18-inch recline, and in-seat video.
To/From the U.S. and Canada
Los Angeles-Nadi typically offers the A350 lie-flat seat daily. San Francisco and Vancouver-Nadi service with the A350 lie-flat seat varies by route and day of week.
To/From Nadi-Australia & New Zealand
Lie-flat seats are offered from Nadi-Auckland on flights 410 and 411, Nadi-Melbourne on flights 934 and 935, and Nadi-Sydney on flights 910 and 911.
Nadi-Brisbane, Christchurch, and Wellington offer service on the A330 and 737-800, which are angle lie-flat seats.
Be sure to check the aircraft when booking your ticket. Aircraft are swapped out often, and subject to change.
Strategically Positioned for the Win
Not flying from Los Angeles, San Francisco, or Vancouver, or to Auckland, Brisbane, Christchurch, Melbourne, Sydney, or Wellington? Take a positioning flight, which might require an extra step, but it puts you in the ideal spot to make the most of your South Pacific adventure. You may have to make a connection anyway depending on where you start.
Final Thought
Stopping in Fiji isn’t just a detour; it’s an enhancement to your adventure. It allows you to savor your journey a little longer, ensuring that when you finally return home, the warmth of the South Pacific still lingers in your soul to be remembered always.