A tourist from the United States is among seven individuals who were hospitalized following the consumption of cocktails at a high-end resort in Fiji.

At the 5-star Warwick Fiji hotel, 7 people, including 1 American, were hospitalized after consuming drinks.

A tourist from the United States is among seven individuals who were hospitalized following the consumption of cocktails at a high-end resort in Fiji.
A tourist from the United States is among seven individuals who were hospitalized following the consumption of cocktails at a high-end resort in Fiji.

On Saturday, seven individuals, including four Australians, were hospitalized in Fiji after consuming potentially spiked pina coladas at a hotel bar, according to Fiji officials and global reports.

During a Sunday press conference, Viliame Gavoka, the deputy prime minister and minister for tourism and civil aviation, announced that seven people had been hospitalized after consuming drinks at the five-star Warwick Fiji hotel. Gavoka stated that the victims had experienced nausea, vomiting, and urological issues.

Currently, two patients have been discharged from the high-dependency unit (HDU) at 12:25 p.m. today. Two more HDU patients will be cleared for discharge this afternoon following a medical review. Additionally, two patients who are currently admitted in the intensive care unit (ICU) are in stable condition.

Government officials will continue to investigate the cause of the tourists' illnesses, as no other cases have been reported as of Sunday, according to the Fiji Health Ministry and police.

This photo shows an aerial view of the five-star Warwick Fiji resort on the Coral Coast, about 70 kilometers west of capital city Suva, on December 16, 2024.
Fiji doctors have decided to discharge five of the seven patients, including four Australians and an American, who were hospitalized after drinking pina coladas at a luxury hotel bar, officials said on Dec. 16. (LEON LORD/AFP)

Gavoka stated that this incident is a unique occurrence, impacting only seven patrons at a particular bar within a renowned resort in Fiji, which has been thriving for several years and boasts a solid reputation, particularly among Australian tourists.

Gavoka stated that Fiji's tourism is generally safe, and this incident on Saturday was the first of its kind.

Fiji Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Tourism and Civil Aviation Viliame Gavoka speaks during a Sunday press conference
Viliame Gavoka, deputy prime minister and minister for tourism and civil aviation, said the victims experienced nausea, vomiting and urological issues. (Facebook/Fiji government)

The deputy prime minister affirmed that the tourists were consuming pina coladas, which he characterized as a widely favored cocktail that contains rum and pineapple juice.

Toxicology reports are being prepared by officials to provide additional details on the ingredients ingested by the victims.

The Warwick Fiji hotel has acknowledged the recent reports of suspected alcohol poisoning.

This photo shows a general view of the five-star Warwick Fiji resort on the Coral Coast, about 70 kilometers west of capital city Suva, on December 16, 2024.
This photo shows the five-star Warwick Fiji resort on the Coral Coast on Dec. 16. (LEON LORD/AFP)

"We are conducting a thorough investigation and awaiting health authorities' test result report to gather all necessary information. We are committed to ensuring the safety and well-being of our guests and will keep you updated as more information becomes available."

At least two Australians are returning home after four of their group fell gravely ill after consuming cocktails at the Coral Coast hotel bar and were hospitalized, The Guardian reported.

People walk outside Lautoka Hospital in Lautoka,
Tourists in Fiji who experienced concerning symptoms after consuming cocktails at a hotel bar were admitted to Lautoka Hospital on Saturday. (AFP)

"According to David Sandoe, who spoke to the Australian Broadcasting Corp. in a Sunday interview, his daughter and granddaughter are doing well, despite the challenges they've faced. The mother-and-daughter duo had a wonderful break together and enjoy each other's company. As a family, we love Fiji and it was a logical choice for their vacation. They were thoroughly enjoying themselves."

Sandoe stated that the mother and daughter's week-long vacation in Fiji was cut short due to hospitalization, and they ultimately decided to fly back to Australia.

The grandfather stated that there was a group of them in the lounge at the resort, and they all had a similar cocktail. Unfortunately, seven people in the group came down with the symptoms that have been discussed.

Officials from the Fiji Ministry of Health and police are currently investigating the incidents and will provide updates as they become available.

Planet Chronicle Digital did not receive an immediate response from the Warwick Fiji.

by Audrey Conklin

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