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April 6th 2007
Hi All Hope you're well. I'm now in sunny (and sweaty!) Fiji! although I'm leaving tomorrow. I'm currently in Nadi on the mainland, but we've spent the week on Mana Island. Very small and beautiful. Did some amazing snorkelling! Also went island hopping in a tiny tin boat. Went to Malolo Island, Musket Cove, Walu Beach and Honeymoon Island. Escaped the tsunami....now that was a sweaty time! Lots ... read more

Oceania » Fiji » Mamanuca Islands » Mana Island

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Fiji became independent in 1970, after nearly a century as a British colony. Democratic rule was interrupted by two military coups in 1987, caused by concern over a government perceived as dominated by the Indian community (descendants of contract la... ... read more