I've spent two months in Fiji, and it is time to leave. Because my stay was so long - for such a small country, I really did get to partake in som real Fijian experiances and to be a 'local' from time to time. I have made some lasting friendships here, and I've been recieved with friendly smiles and endless meals everywhere. I guess one of the most important things I learned about the Fijian culture, is how important family is to them. Everybody knows who every...

So. One of the most touristy parts of Fiji; The Yasawas. It is a longe chain of islands, all of them with white beaches, good snorkelling and sunny for the most part. I figured I just wanted to relax on a beach with a book, so I chose three islands that either looked good in the brochure or was recommended to me. One of the places was fully booked, so I only got to see two of the islands, but that was fine for now. I spent six nights on Drawaqa island, on Barefo...

After a day in Suva and a long ferry trip, i arrieved in Taveuni. I was picked up by a small boat and taken to Dolphin Bay Resort which is on the second largest island in Fiji; Vanua Levo. It is next to the Rainbow Reef, and if I was a diver, I would have been there! Well, I snorkelled the outskirts of it anyway. Also in this place, people eat together on one table, and I had a good time talking to other people from all over the place. The staff was great - I've ...

A small boat came to pick me and two other women up from Levuka, and we had a glorious boat trip across the ocean, and over the reef. I couldn't stop grinning. Once there, we quickly got to know the other guests; a Swiss/German family of four. Caqalai (Thangalai) is a tiny island, you can walk around it in 15 minutes. The beach is everywhere and snorkelling and swimming great. Everyone eats together on one big table, and we were joined by more guests soon enough....

Back in Levuka after Silana village. My plan was to stay a couple of days, and then travel to another small island not far from Ovalau. Well - I came down with a viral infection and had a high fever (first in my life), so I stayed until I was good as new again, so all in all I've spent quite a while in this little town. I've met some good friends, and it was a good experience to feel that I had a few "everyday life" days. I also learnt a lot about Fijia...