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Castaway in Fiji

May 16, 2019 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Close to the mainland the clear waters of this tropical island paradise will cleanse your mind and set you on the path of relaxation. Looking out over so many variations of blue water, the adjectives teal, cerulean, sapphire, azure and turquoise come to mind. I’m at the highest point on Castaway Island, a private island resort in the heart of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Destinations, Fiji Tagged With: Castaway Island, family holidays in Fiji, Fiji, Fijian Islands, Mamanuca Islands Fiji

Soft adventure in Fiji

January 24, 2019 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Adventure in Fiji If you’re looking for soft adventure activities on Fiji's Coral Coast, I recommend two places close to Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort These half-day activities will have you back in time for sunset drinks and/or a late afternoon swim by the pool. Eco Trax “As soon as you see any of the locals, start smiling and pretend you’re … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Adventure, Destinations, Fiji Tagged With: adventures on Fiji main island, Ecotrax, Ecotrax Fiji, Family adventure in Fiji, Fiji, Kula Wild Adventure Park, marine conservation, what to do on Fiji's Coral Coast

Reef saving at Castaway Island

January 10, 2019 By Jennifer Johnston 2 Comments

Coral planting getting involved and making a difference You’ve heard the saying the best way to help the environment is by cleaning up your own back yard.  Castaway Island, a small private resort located in the heart of Fiji’s beautiful Mamanuca group of islands are taking that mantra on board working on coral planting as one of their commitments … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Destinations, Fiji, Stories "outside" of the Travel genre Tagged With: #Outrigger, Castaway Island, conservation at Castaway Island, Coral planting, Fiji conservation projects, marine conservation, Outrigger Resort, Ozone initiative at Castaway Island

Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort a slice of heaven

December 2, 2018 By Jennifer Johnston Leave a Comment

Coral Coast Gem  From the depth of his rib cage comes a melodic burst, “BULA, BULA, BULAAAAAAAAA, BULA!” His arms are raised above his head waving like a bird about to take off, possibly to extract greater sound or for showing off?  The greeting is by one of the gatekeepers at the Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort. Every time you enter the Resort … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Destinations, Fiji Tagged With: Bula Fiji, Fiji, Five star hotel in Fiji, Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort, Outrigger Hotels, where to stay in Fiji

Fiji’s little circle of Paradise

August 1, 2014 By Jennifer Johnston 6 Comments

To share or not to share, that is the question. A few years ago, searching through the many spectacular internet sites showcasing Fijian Island getaways, I discovered a tiny jewel in the Mamanuca group of Islands.  Following my third visit to this idyllic Fijian tropical isle, I considered NOT writing about my experience. I thought keeping my … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Destinations, Fiji, Single Mum Travel Tales, Why have me write for you? Tagged With: #naviniisland, Discover Navini Island, Fiji, Fijian Islands, Kid friendly Fiji Island, Mamanuca Islands, nature, Navini Island, Navini Island Resort, outdoors, relax, Single mums who travel with kids, travel, vindy vindy, Where to go in Fiji, where to relax in Fiji

Who is Travel Bug Within?

A mid-life adventurer sharing stories about interesting places in an honest and occasionally sarcastic way.

I hope to tickle your wanderlust and encourage you to explore further via Travel Bug Within

Jennifer x

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