Do not show up to a village uninvited

Do bring a sevusevu (yaqona or waka root offering) to present to the chief upon arrival as this is the traditional way of saying thank-you

Do accept invitations to dine with villagers

Do leave your shoes outside when entering the bures

Do not question the chiefs authority or push Fijians to discuss politics

Do not wear hats or caps in the village (wear sunscreen!)

Do take your sunglasses off when being introduced to others

Do not camp outside a bure if you have been offered a place to sleep as it can embarrass your hosts

Do contribute to food costs if staying in a village

Do respect that Sundays are a day of rest in Fiji

Do ask permission before taking photos of people and DO consider sending the person you took the photo of a copy

Do not be too free in you PDA's (Public Displays of Affection) as this could offend the locals

Do not sunbathe topless or in skimpy attire when outside of the tourist zones

Do wear long skirts, pants and shirts that cover your shoulders when integrating into the Fijian lifestyle

Do not walk into the village with something slung over your shoulders, always carry items in your hands

Do not touch a Fijians head or hair, it is the most sacred part of the body

Do not purposeful eat turtle meat as it is illegal

Do not eat meat the same day you visit a religious Indian Hindi temple

Do support local Fijian economy and chose tours, resorts and services that are culturally and environmentally sensitive