16th Jan and I am sat at the airport waiting to check my bags in. . . Beachcomber continued much in the same vein, pretty much doing nothing, keeping out of the sun, etc. I enjoyed the company of the guys, Kieran, Michael, Craig, Gavin and Gavin’s friend Anna. Had a good laugh with them both day and evening, we played crazy golf on the resort, Volleyball, some drinking games and lots of poker. . . I have enjoyed my time in Fiji, it has been very chilled out...

Well, it’s now the 14th Jan and I am at Beachcomber Resort (the party capital of the islands) hmmm, my arse! Not that I am complaining. . . .! They are however a little more up to speed here and have a few computers, so have managed to quickly check my emails and send one to the family. . . Checking my journal message board, much to my relief proved that the message got through that I was ok as my sister posted a comment to everyone! (Thanks Chel). So bea...

Well it’s now the 11th and I landed on ‘Oarman’s Bay Lodge’ several days ago and decided instantly to stay 2 night rather than one! The beach is absolutely gorgeous and clear white sands and no coral in the way of swimming. The people here were great, guests and staff and they made it such a relaxing place to be. . . . I have done several trips and been up very early every morning for a swim! I can’t stop smiling! My only concern is...

Well it’s the 9th Jan and I am safe and sound in Fiji, however my family and friends probably don’t know that, which I am truly sorry about, however when you are on a small Island in the middle of nowhere I suppose you cannot expect them to have a phone signal or Internet access?!? Enough explaining my communication problems, I am very happy and well, what a gorgeous place this is. The people are so friendly and you have an instant go slow feel about...