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Post Report of the Day

Suva, Fiji

What is the availability of international schools? What has been your general experience with them, if any?

ISS is the only accredited school in Suva. If you are expecting a rigorous school with lots of homework, forget it. Kids love the school as it's laid back, and it's not uncommon to see...

Are there any particular health concerns? What is the quality of available medical care? What medical conditions typically require medical evacuation?

Medical care is very limited and basic. Pretty much anything that can't be fixed with a band-aid plan to be medevaced to Singapore (10+ hour flight). I think everyone who has served in Fiji has...