Bula! from Fiji,

Since my arrival 3 days ago I have certainly adopted 'fiji time' mentallity!!

I experienced my first Kava welcome ceremony yesterday! I had to sit cross legged on the floor with Baba and his sister where he made up the Kava while telling me stories of his village and surrounding Islands I should visit.

I had to shout 'Bula' and clap my hands once then down the kava in one, then clap three times saying 'Vinaka' (thank you)! I quite enjoyed the story telling and ceremonial process but not so sure about the Kava!

After the 'ceremony' I had a wandered round the markets trying to take it all in. I didn't really get a minutes peace though as I was being constantly invited/hassled to this shop or that shop by the locals and even invited to go for beer - I politely declined!!

By the time I'd reached the temple at the bottom of the main street I'd had enough, so got a taxi back to my hotel for some relaxation time by the pool. It turned out to be a good night - by complete chance I bumped into Steve and Vanessa (the couple i met in Alice Springs) so we drank cocktails and exchanged travel stories while they were waiting to catch their flight home.

I had an early start this morning, I arranged a day trip to South Sea Island - This is the Fiji you dream about (paradise)!! We were welcomed to the island with singing (photo…

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