Plantation Island Resort has inspired a brand-new children’s book, Elastic Island Adventures: Plantation Island Resort, written by New Zealand author Karen McMillan.
Published by Duckling Publishing, the book is the eighth instalment in the Elastic Island Adventures book series, bringing a new and exciting adventure to young readers aged 7 to 12.
“We are thrilled to be a part of Elastic Island Adventures: Plantation Island Resort and to welcome the characters Kiri, Jed, Emma, Ethan and their friends to our beautiful resort in Fiji,” Plantation Island Resort general manager, Rodney Samuels, said.
“It is rare for a destination to resonate so deeply across generations that it becomes immortalised in a children’s book. Plantation Island Resort has long been a beloved holiday spot for families, and its inclusion in this adventure highlights its lasting appeal. From a tourism perspective, the book reinforces the resort’s status as a must-visit destination, inspiring new generations to experience its beauty and charm firsthand.”
The latest instalment in the popular Elastic Island Adventures series, which famously blends fantasy and action, follows four children – Kiri, Jed, and twins Emma and Ethan – who frequently journey on ‘elastic island’, a unique way to travel that sends them pinging across the ocean to a variety of tropical island destinations. In this story, they travel via the magical ‘elastic island’ to stunning Plantation Island Resort in Fiji in an adventure inspired by the author’s own visit and experiences as a guest at the holiday resort.
Accompanied by Blong the Cat and Heathcliff the Dog, the children encounter a runaway hermit crab named Lepani, who is terrified of plastic and dreams of being anything but a crab. Determined to help, the children embark on a heartwarming and action-packed journey to reunite Lepani with his family – while keeping him out of trouble along the way.
“This heartwarming story not only showcases the magic of Fiji but also highlights the importance of protecting our environment, something we are deeply committed to here at Plantation Island Resort,” Samuels added. “We hope this adventure inspires children and families to explore the wonders of our island while respecting and preserving the natural beauty that makes Fiji such a special destination.”
Plantation Island Resort, set on Malolo Lailai in Fiji’s stunning Mamanuca Islands, offers an exceptional getaway for families. Spanning 23 lush acres of tropical gardens, with white sand beaches and a sparkling turquoise lagoon, this award-winning resort offers affordable, spacious hotel rooms and bures, accommodating up to six people.
Plantation Island Resort blends relaxation and fun, offering a variety of casual to more formal dining options and a wide range of facilities for all ages including multiple pools, children’s playgrounds, a 9-hole golf course, water parks, fishing, surfing, diving, island trips, and much more! Little adventurers will enjoy the complimentary ‘Coconut Kids Club’ and Lairo Teens Program for big kids, promising memorable experiences for all ages.
As part of its commitment to sustainability, Plantation Island Resort has partnered with Dr. Austin Bowden-Kerby, founder of Reefs of Hope, since 2018 on the BULA Reef initiative. Launched with Fijian NGO Corals for Conservation on World Oceans Day (8 June 2024), this ‘super’ coral nursery supports coral conservation efforts within the UNESCO-endorsed Reefs of Hope program.
Stay 5 nights, pay for 4
For those who want to experience Plantation Island Resort for a Fijian family adventure of their own, the resort has released a stay pay offer, which also allows kids up to 11 to eat for free at selected restaurants at the resort when dining with their parents.
Priced from FJ$2,400 (around AU$1,665) for five nights in a Garden Room, the offer includes:
- FJ$200 (around AU$134) Food & Beverage credit per room per stay
- All Kids eat for free (0-11 years)
- Up to 2 kids 0-11 years stay free when using existing bedding
- All Kids 0-11 years travel for free on Malolo Cat ferry
Plantation Island Resort guests also have access to a range of activities including kayaks, paddle boards, Hobie cats, half basketball court, handball court, tennis court, table tennis, volleyball & inflatable waterparks, Fijian cooking lessons, coconut leaf basket weaving lessons and native medicine tours.
Guests can also enjoy free access to the resort’s Coconut Kids Club for children aged 4-11 years and Lairo Club for teenagers aged 12-16 years.
The Stay 5, Pay 4 offer is available to purchase from now until 30 April 2025. Travel is available across the following periods: 5-11 April 2025, 26 April-31 May 2025, 26 July-19 September 2025, 7 October-16 November 2025, or 15-23 December 2025.
