How safe is Fiji?

From what I've read the political coop in Fiji has had little impact on tourists. Is this true? Is Fiji safe for a young woman to travel around by herself?

I am a 24 year old American woman traveling by herself. I really want to stop in Fiji on my way to New Zealand, in order to relax and enjoy the beaches. I have traveled by myself before and realize that normal precautions are necessary, but I want to make sure I will feel comfortable in Fiji.

Thanks for any advice.

Quite safe-political machinations don't affect visitors in the least-except that concomitant lower numbers impact the business across the board.

The coup does not directly affect tourism at all. Economy is a bit staggering now though which increases poverty and related crime rates (theft, robbery). You will be all safe in resorts but avoid to walk around by yourself at night, especially in dark alleys and such. Having said that - you should not do that anywhere anyway ... So nothing special to be afraid of.

Maybe uncomfortable but still not threatening at all will be a public servant's strike that most probably will begin on Thursday (Aug 2). Nurses are on strike for about a week already and other areas of the public service are following now. This might delay procedures at the airport, certainly affects hospital services - but as a tourist you will not feel that much of it.

Check the Radio New Zealand Pacific News for updates on the situation as the strike might be over before you arrive.

Reports from tourists who were in Fiji in the latest coup (and also those in previous coups) say that they were not adversely affected at all.

I can only comment on the Yasawas/Mamanucas/Nadi areas, but I think those places are safe for a solo female, following normal precautions. I think you will feel comfortable. I met quite a few lone female travelers. We were two females, and never felt unsafe. I was there in Jan, shortly after the coup, and it did not affect our travel.

I just returned from Fiji today - country is absolutely 100% safe - aproved by many local people. Enjoy yr stay !