Fiji Tourists Hospitalized Following Pina Colada Incident Raises Safety Concerns**

Fri Mar 14 2025 15:45:29 GMT+0200 (Eastern European Standard Time)
Fiji Tourists Hospitalized Following Pina Colada Incident Raises Safety Concerns**

Seven tourists require medical attention after consuming potentially toxic pina coladas at a luxury resort.**


Five foreign tourists were hospitalized in Fiji due to suspected poisoning, highlighting safety issues as authorities investigate the incident.**


Seven tourists in Fiji were recently hospitalized for suspected poisoning after consuming pina coladas at the Warwick Hotel & Resort. Among them were five tourists—one from the United States and four from Australia—ranging in age from 18 to 56 years. Additionally, two expatriates living in Fiji were affected, as reported by local health authorities.

Initially, some of the individuals displayed severe symptoms, but officials announced that their conditions have since stabilized, allowing some to prepare for discharge. The incident follows a tragic event in Laos weeks earlier, where six tourists died due to suspected methanol poisoning.

Brent Hill, Fiji's tourism chief, acknowledged the gravity of the situation by reflecting on the Laos incident, stating, however, that the circumstances in Fiji differ significantly. The tourists began feeling ill shortly after consuming the rum cocktails, exhibiting symptoms like nausea and neurological distress. They were initially treated at Sigatoka Hospital before being moved to Lautoka Hospital.

Fiji's tourism minister, Viliame Gavok, emphasized that this situation is isolated, and the Warwick Hotel has denied any claims of ingredient substitution or other malpractices. Investigations are ongoing, and currently, no new cases have emerged.

David Sandoe, a Sydney resident, shared details about his family members who were affected, mentioning that his daughter and granddaughter had experienced troubling health episodes, including seizures. Despite the ordeal, they were reported to be on the mend.

The Warwick Fiji hotel has acknowledged the ongoing inquiry, ensuring a thorough investigation is in place while they await test results from health authorities.

Australia's Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade has issued alerts to tourists regarding the risks of drink spiking and methanol poisoning, advising swift medical intervention if they suspect any wrongdoing. Meanwhile, Fiji police are also probing the circumstances surrounding the incident, as consular assistance is provided to the impacted Australian families.

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