Costs. Fiji is extremely cheap to live in. Public transportation is abundant and food is highly affordable. Make some friends and hit up the night scene and still walk away with money in your wallet. FundMyTravel is another way to gather some extra funds for your gap year in Fiji.

Accommodations. Want to stay in a bungalow? Or a hammock on the beach? You can probably do that here. Gap year programs generally help you find a place to sleep at night but if you take a look around here, a lot of people are living in Fiji in bungalows ;)

Visas. When living in Fiji for this length of time, you WILL need a visa. This is an extra right of passage / entry that you need for your passport. You might be able to get this directly at the airport when you land in Nadi, or you might need to coordinate your visa well in advance. Check with the GoAbroad Embassy Directory to figure out what exactly you will need to do before you leave.

Safety. Luckily, Fiji is a pretty safe place to live—say “Bula!” to friendships and community, not pickpocketing or harassment. You’ll need to worry more about getting too much sunshine than a bad person. In all serious though, you shouldn’t take this for granted. Keep your wits near you, always!