Most Fijian resorts are situated on idyllic islands full of bays, alcoves and private beaches just perfect for a secluded picnic. If you're more adventurous, you can encounter reef sharks, dolphins, manta rays, sea turtles, moray eels and even tuna. When accepting kava, you clap once before drinking - and then three times after. You might be invited to join a kava ceremony during a village visit, or participate in one at your resort - it is both a social pastime and a cultural tradition. The food cooks in its own juices and retains all its delicious flavour.
Tapa cloths plays a significant role in rituals and celebrations.
It can be used for chiefly sashes, waistbands, and streamers to adorn weapons. At your resort, the dancers might afterwards draw you into the celebration and teach you a few steps. Often you can see the local women at work making cloth, or weaving baskets and mats. You get to see traditional Fijian life, even visit sacred sites or native caves which abound with special legends, even art. I guess it's the clear, unpolluted skies and waters that bring out the deepest, richest oranges and reds as the sun goes to sleep every night.