Fiji looks a little like Hawaii, but the water… the water is even more stunning.  Bands of turquoise and aqua, layer upon layer, stretching out to the horizon.  Mesmerizing tropical eye candy… we spent hours just gaping. Tom Hanks’ “Castaway” was filmed here.

Smiling, friendly natives, happy to share a bowl of kava and a song. We stayed at Octopus Resort on Waya island, pictured above – it has a a great reef just steps off the beach.

Our little boat was greeted (Bula! is hello) by singing natives on the beach. Fantastic snorkeling and diving.  I’d like to spend three months exploring the other parts of the country someday, especially the more primitive and remote parts that still work on the tribal system. Another trip.