"Just returned from what I can truly say has been the best holiday of my life....and I shared it with y 18 year old son"

Bula!

I've just returned from what I can truly say has been the best holiday of my life....and I shared it with y 18 year old son....who believe it or not said the same thing....even though he was travelling with his Mum!

We have just had 5 sensational days aboard the Tui Tai Adventure Cruise, and I don't think I will ever be able to put in writing the magic of these past days. ....but I have to try. Simply put......

• A maximum of 22 guests makes for an intimate, friendly environment....yet with plenty of space to be alone if you wish.
• 22 mountain bikes, 22 kayaks, THE BEST SNORKELING & DIVING, ...plus a spa on board to sooth muscles I haven't used for years.....
• visits to villages completely untouchd by the commercialisation of modern bulk tourism...including completely different cultures, for whom the weekly visit of the Tui Tai and it's few passengers is the only contact with the "modern" world....and I have never felt so welcomed ( and humble)in my life
• Waterfalls, stunning volcanic craters, absolutely perfect white sandy beaches, amazing snorkeling, dolphins "on command", breathtaking soft corals
• Cannot believe one day it rained heavily, I biked 8 k's,walked for ages, was soaked, covered in mud, yet have never laughed so much, or enjoyed myself like that special day....and I still can't find the words to say why!!
• Oh ....and the crew. Laughter, warmth and sheer joy of life mixed with attention to detail and every need somehow pre-empted.....just magical
• I have cruised 8 times before ...from the massive Caribbean cruises to other South Pacific & Australian local cruises....but nothing, repeat nothing, will ever match the sheer joy and fun both my son James & I experienced on the Tui Tai.
• A friend asked me on my return what was so very special ( after I had stopped babbling on for hours) ......all I could say was every day I felt more alive and just plain happy than I can ever remember!

--Susie, New Zealand

Tui Tai Humanitarian Expedition in November

Tui Tai Adventure Cruises will build a new school library as part of its upcoming Humanitarian Expedition. November 13-17, Tui Tai will be in Togo Village on the remote island of Qamea. Using its unique ability to deliver supplies and skilled labor to remote islands, the Tui Tai team will work to help provide a better education for the children of Togo Village.

Many of Tui Tai's past guests, inspired by the friendliness and warmth of the people of Togo Village, have donated books. While the books have been a much welcomed donation, the village school has no space to store the books and provide a proper reading and study environment.


"We asked the leaders of Togo Village what they really wanted. When we mentioned we would like to help with the school, the village leaders all agreed that a library to house all of the books donated by pasts Tui Tai guests would be a huge benefit to the education of their children," said Morika Young, Owner/Director of Tui Tai Adventure Cruises.

The Tui Tai Humanitarian trip is from Nov 13-17. The trip is open to guests who wish to participate in the project and also mix in some of the Tui Tai Luxury and Adventure. Prices start at just 3124 Fijian Dollars. For more information or to make a reservation, email reservations@tuitai.com

"An absolute total experience, with plenty of exiting activities & adventures, experiencing some culture and mixing with a great crew"

"Great Fun, very comfortable with just enough challenge, Good Diving. Liga is the Best"
-- Don & Cathy, USA

"Full ON! Diving and snorkelling around Northern Fiji Islands"
-- Bryan, New Zealand.

"Great Staff, Great concept"
-- Graham,New Zealand

"A Trip NOT to miss"
-- Oscar,New Zealand

"An Incredible journey through Fiji, A great opportunity to not only see Fiji's Beauty but to appreciate her people as well"
-- Rhonda, Australia

"Great Fun, Good Variety of Activities and Experience, emphasis on ACTIVE!
-- Paul, Canada

"An absolute total experience, with plenty of exiting activities & adventures, experiencing some culture and mixing with a great crew"
-- Rob & Alana, Australia


The following guest feedback scores came from the September 18-23 Adventure Cruise, 2007.(1=poor, 10=Excellent)

Did you find the Tui Tai Experience held up to its promises?
Average Score: 9.7

How would you rate the level of service from the onboard staff?
Average Score: 10

Was your cabin/stateroom comfortable and in working order?
Average Score: 9.4

How would you rate the meals served?
Average Score: 9.6

How would you rate your Fiji diving experience?
Average Score: 9.7

How safe did you feel during your Tui Tai Expedition?
Average Score: 9.2

Would you recommend Tui Tai Adventure Cruises to your friends and family?
100% answered 'YES'

Tui Tai featured on The Great Outdoors TV show in Australia

Tom Williams and the crew from "The Great Outdoors" TV show had a blast on Tui Tai. The show aired on June 30th. You can watch the entire episode on this website.

Watch the Tui Tai episode on The Great Outdoors

you can see the fact sheet prepared by The Great Outdoors on this page
http://au.travel.yahoo.com/great-outdoors/fiji/tui-tai-adventure-cruise-fiji.html

"Beautifully welcoming; cultural experience beyond imagination."

"Beautifully welcoming; cultural experience beyond imagination."
-- Annette, Australia

"Wonderful experience, we had a fantastic honeymoon adventure! Every detail was perfect!"
-- Elinor, England

"Amazing, interesting, worthwhile Fiji experience. One of our best family holidays. Loved meeting the staff and other guests."
-- Sandra, New Zealand

"Staff are extremely friendly. Linga is a real treasure."
-- Bob, USA

"Great scenery and very genuine people."
Fawn, USA

"Great cruise for adventurous, open minded, active people of all ages."
-- Reynold, USA

"Tui Tai Experience was wonderful. Exposure to the people and their villages made the trip so meaningful."
-- Rose, USA

"Unique dive and actvity experiences. We had a terrific time! Thanks! The dives at Georgia Reef and Kokoda Point are the best!"
-- Naomi, USA

"Tui Tai offers the opportunity to see the outer regions of Fiji; where few people have ever been."
-- Brad, USA/Fiji

"An exotic adventure at your own pace. Excellent diving, hiking, kayaking and snorkeling. Supported by a warm, attentive staff."
-- Franz, USA

"Greatest Fiji Experience, in just 5 days!"
-- Nikki, USA

"I enjoyed all the activities and you are all excellent! Luma is a very good cook, Katie and Skez you are the best. Linga you are the best. Mere, I love you."
-- Emma, Australia

"Non stop action and fun, all with a luxury element."
-- James, New Zealand

"Very relaxing trip with many activities. The staff and beautiful scenery make the activities hard to say 'no' to."
-- Mitchell, Australia


The following guest feedback scores came from the July 2-7 Adventure Cruise, 2007.(1=poor, 10=Excellent)

Did you find the Tui Tai Experience held up to its promises?
Average Score: 9.5

How would you rate the level of service from the onboard staff?
Average Score: 10

Was your cabin/stateroom comfortable and in working order?
Average Score: 9.3

How would you rate the meals served?
Average Score: 9.7

How would you rate your Fiji diving experience?
Average Score: 9.7

How safe did you feel during your Tui Tai Expedition?
Average Score: 9.5

Would you recommend Tui Tai Adventure Cruises to your friends and family?
100% answered 'YES'

Tui Tai airs on The Great Outdoors TV Show in Australia

Tui Tai Adventure Cruises was featured on The Great Outdoors TV show on Saturday June 30. Hosted by Tom Williams, the crew from acclaimed TV show enjoyed the unique combo of luxury and adventure in the pristine outer islands visited only by the Tui Tai.

Check out the Tui Tai's fact sheet on The Great Outdoors website. You can also click here to see the actual video footage from the TV shot.

Video Highlight

The following is a short video highlight from the May 21-26 5-night Adventure Cruise.

"It was an inspirational, refreshing, invigorating and soul restoring experience. The Fijian people are incredible!"

"I enjoyed the view into the culture of Fiji. Tui Tai delivers more than it promises. Definitely packed with adventure." -- Taylor & Pauley, USA

"Fantastic trip, great crew, excellent food. We enjoyed it very much, thanks!" -- Claudia & Beat, Switzerland

"Wonderful stuff, loved the boat's fit out and jumping off into the water was a life 'first!' My favorite activity was the village visit." -- Danyelle, Australia

"It was an inspirational, refreshing, invigorating and soul restoring experience. The Fijian people are incredible!" -- Mike, Australia

"Fantastic." -- Rod, Australia

"Great." -- Mark, USA

"The dinner on the last night on the beach, after an incredible cultural performance by the kids of the island. I also enjoyed the snorkeling and the hike to the crater summit." -- T.N., Australia

"Peaceful." -- Sam, Australia

"Wonderful." -- Adele & Dale, USA

"Really appreciate Liga's expertise, historical knowledge; he is amazing!" -- Jennifer, USA

"When you board the Tui Tai, you know you are about to experience the REAL Fiji-- it's charm, its history, its people and its beauty." -- Ray & Charlotte, UK

"Unbelievable options for activities, while always superb service." -- Diana, Canada

The following guest feedback scores came from the May 21-26 Adventure Cruise, 2007.(1=poor, 10=Excellent)

Did you find the Tui Tai Experience held up to its promises?
Average Score: 9.8

How would you rate the level of service from the onboard staff?
Average Score: 10

Was your cabin/stateroom comfortable and in working order?
Average Score: 9.1

How would you rate the meals served?
Average Score: 9.9

How would you rate your Fiji diving experience?
Average Score: 8.5

How safe did you feel during your Tui Tai Expedition?
Average Score: 9.5

Would you recommend Tui Tai Adventure Cruises to your friends and family?
100% answered 'YES'

The New Tui Tai Lounge

Tui Tai just completed an extensive renovation of its lounge. New tropical hardwoods cover the interior with lavish furnishings. Check out some early images...

Vinaka Vakalevu from the Bickertons and a couple pictures

Bula Morika,
I wanted to thank you so much for the absolute best holiday we have ever had. I have attached a couple of photos and I have more if you want to look at those as well!


We still haven't wiped the smiles of satisfaction off our faces.


If I could have written 11 out of 10 I would have. The genuine friendliness, the service, the weather, the itinerary and the fellow guests; it was like a dream come true Morika.

Vinaka vakalevu and 'sota tale' (not 'moce' because we will be back!)
:-) Peter, Judy and Steven

"Tui Tai is the most comprehensive all-around holiday experience. With a never-ending array of activities and a great feel for the true Fiji."

"An unforgettable experience in a authentic natural Fiji. The Fiji you would never get to know from a hotel."
-- Bea, Germany

"We had a wonderful time with your wonderful crew and saw, in a very short time, a lot of the real Fiji."
-- Hanspeter, Germany

"Everything we did was fantastic. Breathtaking and exhausting!"
-- Judy, Australia

"Tui Tai is the most comprehensive all-around holiday experience. With a never-ending array of activities and a great feel for the true Fiji. Thank you so much, we are already planning our next trip."
-- Peter, Australia

"A wonderful way to experience the true Fiji and the wonderful hospitality of the Fijian people. The best way to get off the beaten track, in total luxury."
-- Solomon Family, Australia

The following guest feedback scores came from the April 14-21 Adventure Cruise, 2007.

(1=poor, 10=Excellent)
Did you find the Tui Tai Experience held up to its promises?
Average Score: 10

How would you rate the level of service from the onboard staff?
Average Score: 10

Was your cabin/stateroom comfortable and in working order?
Average Score: 10

How would you rate the meals served?
Average Score: 9.6

How would you rate your Fiji diving experience?
Average Score: 10

How safe did you feel during your Tui Tai Expedition?
Average Score: 10

Would you recommend Tui Tai Adventure Cruises to your friends and family?
100% answered 'YES'

"Fabulous combination of luxury and adventure."

"The Tui Tai staff are great. They are friendly and on top of everything. The cabins and staterooms are BEAUTIFUL. I'm very pleased at how comfortable they were."
-- Chris, USA

"The diving and village visits were fabulous."
-- Nancy, USA

"Active Adventure Cruise with great food and hospitality. Thank you for the exceptional hospitality."
-- Jamie, USA

"Definitely adventurous, a lot of physical activities if you want to do something. I loved Linga, he provided a lot of information on the area, history, medicinal plants."
-- Julie, USA

"Crew was great, food was good, people were friendly. Nice relaxed schedule."
-- Juli, USA

"Wonderful staff, I felt very welcome."
-- Vincent, USA

"An active adventure trip, great for families with teen-age kids."
-- Sharon, USA

"Fabulous combination of luxury and adventure."
-- Teresa, USA

The following guest feedback scores came from the April 14-21 Adventure Cruise, 2007.

(1=poor, 10=Excellent)
Did you find the Tui Tai Experience held up to its promises?
Average Score: 8.3

How would you rate the level of service from the onboard staff?
Average Score: 9.7

Was your cabin/stateroom comfortable and in working order?
Average Score: 8.6

How would you rate the meals served?
Average Score: 7.8

How would you rate your Fiji diving experience?
Average Score: 7.2

How safe did you feel during your Tui Tai Expedition?
Average Score: 9.9

Would you recommend Tui Tai Adventure Cruises to your friends and family?
10/12 answered 'YES'

Bula Me Special, 2 FREE NIGHTS AND FREE AIRFARE!

Tui Tai Adventure Cruises is pleased to announce a new special for travel from May through July 2007.

The "Bula Me" special includes: 2 FREE NIGHTS AND FREE AIRFARE. Rates include one free night at either The Westin Resort Denarau or The Tanoa International Hotel in Nadi. Also included is the award winning Tui Tai Adventure Cruise and return domestic airfare (Nadi-Savusavu-Nadi).



The special is valid for new bookings made for travel between May 1 and July 31, 2007.

"We had 5 days of 5 star luxury, with a twist of culture, natural beauty and amazing hospitality."

The following guest feedback and comments, from our expedition ending on 14th April 2007:

"Unbelievable experience for our family, from ages 10 to 75. Wonderful crew, EXCELLENT FOOD, fabulous holiday. I loved the kayaking, hiking, biking and snorkeling."
-- Anton and Sharon, Australia

"You promised a lot but delivered much more, WELL DONE! Just my kind of holiday! I loved the bike riding and snorkeling."
-- Bertram and Pauline, Australia

"Stimulating, energizing, beautiful, relaxing, great food and fantastic people."
-- Lance, Australia

"Sensational tropical adventure!"
-- Justin, Australia

"We had 5 days of 5 star luxury, with a twist of culture, natural beauty and amazing hospitality. The crew were all brilliant, very warm. I enjoyed the villages, the snorkeling and the food."
-- Nicola, Australia

The following guest feedback scores came from the April 10-14 Adventure Cruise, 2007.

(1=poor, 10=Excellent)
Did you find the Tui Tai Experience held up to its promises?
Average Score: 9.8

How would you rate the level of service from the onboard staff?
Average Score: 9.8

Was your cabin/stateroom comfortable and in working order?
Average Score: 8.6

How would you rate the meals served?
Average Score: 9.6

How would you rate your Fiji diving experience?
Average Score: 8.4

How safe did you feel during your Tui Tai Expedition?
Average Score: 10

Would you recommend Tui Tai Adventure Cruises to your friends and family?
100% answered 'YES'

"Truly an experience of a lifetime. Tui Tai heals the spirit and rejuvenates the soul."

"Linga is a treasure, a wonderful teacher. The whole crew are so delightful, personable and competent. The boat was very clean and the food fabulous."
-- Leslie, USA

"The best way to see and learn about Fiji. Underwater, on water, on land. Excellent Fijian staff, great vibe."
-- David, USA

"A blur of activity, the more stuff we did, the more fun I had."
-- Emma, USA

"Truly an experience of a lifetime. Tui Tai heals the spirit and rejuvenates the soul. We are hoping to charter the whole boat for our entire family."
-- Margaret, USA


The following guest feedback scores came from the March 26-31 Adventure Cruise, 2007.

(1=poor, 10=Excellent)
Did you find the Tui Tai Experience held up to its promises?
Average Score: 10

How would you rate the level of service from the onboard staff?
Average Score: 10

Was your cabin/stateroom comfortable and in working order?
Average Score: 10

How would you rate the meals served?
Average Score: 10

How would you rate your scuba diving experience?
Average Score: 9

How safe did you feel during your Tui Tai Expedition?
Average Score: 10

Would you recommend Tui Tai Adventure Cruises to your friends and family?
100% answered 'YES'

"Wonderful opportunity to see the real Fiji, for active travellers. Nice accommodations and great staff!"

"Wonderful opportunity to see the real Fiji, for active travellers. Nice accommodations and great staff!"
-- Catherine, USA

"Only the Tui Tai allows you to see places you would never see on an ordinary tour. Linga is a fantastic host."
-- Jason, USA

"Amazing! As advertised, it is the 'Trip of a Lifetime.'"
-- Evelyn, Canada

"Breathtaking scenery, magic moments and totally getting away from it all. Never a dull moment."
-- Chris and Sally, UK

"The Tui Tai experience is like a dream with lots of activities and relaxing. I will miss the crew."
-- Silvia, Switzerland

"Very relaxing, great variety of activities to suit everyone's needs. The biking and village visits were great."
-- Michelle, Australia

"A successful combination of activities for fun and relaxation, great diving!"
-- Eugenie, Australia

"Fantastic Fiji adventure. The staff were so wonderful! Linga was a wonderful guide, and the chef (Luma?) should make a cook book and sell his recipes. Great snorkeling."
-- Lara, Australia

"Incredible and unique experience, the natives were very friendly."
-- David, USA

"Great trip with a great group of people. I especially enjoyed the hike to the crater summit."
-- Greg, Australia

"Truly memorable experience. I loved the diving and snorkeling. THE CREW ROCKS!"
-- Michael, Canada


The following guest feedback scores came from the March 19-24 Adventure Cruise, 2007.

(1=poor, 10=Excellent)
Did you find the Tui Tai Experience held up to its promises?
Average Score: 9.2

How would you rate the level of service from the onboard staff?
Average Score: 10.0

Was your cabin/stateroom comfortable and in working order?
Average Score: 9.4

How would you rate the meals served?
Average Score: 9.1

How would you rate your scuba diving experience?
Average Score: 8.3

How safe did you feel during your Tui Tai Expedition?
Average Score: 8.8

Would you recommend Tui Tai Adventure Cruises to your friends and family?
13/14 answered 'YES'

"We have traveled the world and the Tui Tai is truly the most memorable trip we have ever experienced."

Guest feedback from the Feb 17-27 Fiji Discovery Expedition, co-operated by Mountain Travel Sobek.

"Very comfortable boat, FIRST CLASS! A wide variety of tasty items on the menu. Lots of great activities offered from morning stretching to snorkeling, kayaking, hikes to interesting village sites and waterfalls. Every staff member was very pleasant and offering to be of assistance with genuine interest -- TERRIFIC!"
-- Laverne, USA

"Tui Tai is a great opportunity to visit remote pacific islands and enjoy Fijian culture. We enjoyed our trip every day."
-- Leonard, USA

"I feel like I experienced a truly unique trip; seeing parts of Fiji most people don't see. I feel like I experienced the real Fiji."
-- Charlotte, USA

"Great service and crew, wonderful adventures."
-- Carolyn, USA

"Absolutely wonderous. Visiting and being immersed in Fiji culture. The crew are the best!"
-- Happy, USA

"The staff are totally wonderful -- friendly, helpful, always smiling. Dom is a great leader; knowledgeable, helpful and incredibly kind. It was a unique and adventurous way to get to see Fiji. We had a great time and learned a lot about the coral reefs."
-- Elaine, USA

"The trip was terrific. The staff are great, always there to help me. I would highly recommend the Tui Tai to anyone. Linga was the best!"
-- Irene, USA

"Wonderful adventure with excellent service. Staff is caring and accommodating."
-- Joan, USA

"We have traveled the world and the Tui Tai is truly the most memorable trip we have ever experienced."
-- Susan, USA

Guest Feedback Scores, Fiji Discovery Expedition, Feb 17-27

The following feedback and scores are from the Feb 17-27 Fiji Discovery Expedition, co-operated by Mountain Travel Sobek and Tui Tai Adventure Cruises.

The following are the average scores per each question (1=poor, 10=excellent)

Did you find the Tui Tai Experience held up to its promises?
Average Score: 9.8

How would you rate the level of service from the onboard staff?
Average Score: 10.0

Was your cabin/stateroom comfortable and in working order?
Average Score: 9.7

How would you rate the meals served?
Average Score: 9.3

How would you rate your scuba diving experience?
Average Score: 10.0

How safe did you feel during your Tui Tai expedition?
Average Score: 9.9

Would you recommend the Fiji Discovery Expedition to your friends and family?
100% (15/15) answered YES.

Dive shots from our recent trips

Here;s a few shots of the diving in January and February 2007.

"Unforgettable experience, great combination of diverse activities and much needed relaxation. The experience of a lifetime."

Feedback from our trip ending on 13th January.

"I really enjoyed all the activities. The staff and food are first class."
-- Jen, USA

"Beautiful locations, excellent staff that care about your comfort and adventure experience."
-- Annette, USA

"Excellent way to spend a vacation. Great variety of things to do and an incredible staff."
-- Sydney, USA

"Phenomenal crew, beautiful scenery, opportunities to visit remote locations, learning about Fijian culture, staying active. Morning stretching is a great way to start the day!"
-- Ashok and Sheila, USA

"Great mix of people and activities."
-- Kelly, USA

"Unforgettable experience, great combination of diverse activities and much needed relaxation. The experience of a lifetime."
-- Jacqueline, USA

"We had a wonderful adventure, as advertised, and met many wonderful new friends. This has truly been an experience in paradise."
-- Anne and Charles, USA

"Diving was spectacular, massage on beach was divine, sitting on deck with a beer was utterly relaxing. I loved the dives in remote, phenomenal dive sites."
-- Suzanne, USA

"It was a great experience that I would recommend to anyone, great staff!"
-- Adam, USA

"Tui Tai provides a bridge between Fijian Culture and its guests."

The following feedback is from our adventure cruise that ended on 6th January 2007.

"Tui Tai provides a bridge between Fijian Culture and its guests. We loved doing all the activities and then relaxing on a beach the last day."
-- Steven and Sharni, Australia

"A beautiful, relaxing way to visit several Fijian Islands. We especially enjoyed the snorkeling at Dolphin Bay, visiting Togo Village, climbing the crater, and looking at the stars."
-- Bob and Lucille, USA

"Wondeful friendly staff. Nice attention to cultural details and history. Thank your for sharing your islands with us."
-- Jim and Toni, USA

"The diving was fantastic as well as the village visit to Togo. The warm towels after the water activities was a very nice touch."
-- Andrew, USA

"Fun. Relaxing when you want to, Active when you want it."
-- Louise, Holland

"Tui Tai is a SWEET ship with great activities."
-- Andrew, USA

"Excellent diving experience and also plenty of other activities for non-divers."
-- Ryan, USA