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When visiting the Fijian villages, which consist of traditional strucrures called bures, one is greeted with open arms and sunny smiles. Rituals such as the yaqona ceremony are enacted as they have been for centuries-sit with the village chieftain and partake as his honored guest. Make sure not to miss the lovo! (a traditional Fijian feast, where your meal is cooked underground on hot rocks). When diving in Fiji, be prepared for a mesmerizing palette of colors and coral formations. Jean Michel Cousteau labeled this cow1try the "soft coral capital of the world." Renowned for over 400 species of coral, you will also see a variety of sharks, dolphins and whales. In the North is "Magic Mountain" and the "Great White Wall," which is covered with luminescent bluish white coral, plunging to depths of 75 feet, that casts an ethereal glow in the deep blue water. You can fmd more information on www.bulafiji.com. The peeling reef breaks in Fiji are gaining international notoriety and no trip would be complete with- out a taste of these remarkable liquid formations. The most popular breaks are currently found off the coast of Tavarua. The break called Restaurants is famous for its clear line of site into the island's main restaurant. Cloud break is a fast and hollow wave breaking left over sharp coral. Tavarna Rights is a world class wave, if you catch the perfect tide and wind. Anotl1er great dive spot is at the astrolabe reef. Go find your own secret sUlf spot. The forests may appear dawlting at first but upon closer scrutiny you will find the cool, freshness of the greenery enticing. Myriad snakelike paths used by the local Fijians, who are as comfortable in the jlmgle as you are in your living room, will guide you. Because of the mowltainous nature of these islands there are numerous streams and waterfalls, often with a cool pond in a rocky basin beneath the falls. Boruna Falls on the Taveuni is tlle most famous, witll a natural waterslide! Go a step further and indulge your childhood fantasies by exploring secret caves. Don't worry about any creepy indigenous critters-none of the wildlife in Fiji is harmful! For more contact info and details go to www.bulafiji.com: helicopter tours, hot air balloons, Sigatoka sand dunes, Koroyanitu National Park (stay in Fijian vil - lages), Devokula Village, windsurfing along the central coast, wakeboarding, waterskiing and fishing ...