Nadi

I had dinner at the hotel on the pool deck. The temperature was the definition of 'balmy' - perfection! I chose a Fijian poached fish affair that was a mess. I couldn't tell the difference between the fish and the taro/yam. My choice though and too early in the trip I guess! Lots of kids in the pool and the din was something else. Had a good sleep though and went for sunrise run. Not much of interest around the hotel but I could get off the main road. The temperature was perfect again. I was fearful for breakfast with kids and families (and the buffet effect!) but I got there early and there were only a few adults. As I was leaving the families descended! Breakfast was good with plenty to choose - the freshest fruit (papaya & sweet pineapple). The egg station had a big bowl of chopped chilli so my chilli omelette request went well. Very nice teamed with dahl soup. Caught a taxi to the Nadi Market. None of my research re taxis had any relevance so far - no specific license plate, no meters but also no issue - totally laid back and fair. The market was even better than I expected. Large and with real pride displayed by the market folk. A serious market with chillies a feature! Natch I bought some! My taxi driver back said Saturday was the best market because the farmers were there. Interesting seeing a whole room for kava - also for consumption but I have no interest! Boring I know!! A wander through the main shopping street and looked at the main Hindu Temple. It was being renovated and the main section was completely covered. I walked through much of Nadi town and then caught a taxi back. Pooltime - it is very hot so the pool is deserted - YAY! I took some lunch in the largely deserted restaurant and enjoyed the food (with market chillies) beer and breeze.Read more