As official geologist of Taveuni Dive Resort, I can say that we did not even feel the Fijian earthquake you may have heard about. Thanks for all the kind/concerned messages I received. Feeling nerdy? There is a good link below the fold.
A few thoughts on Sustainability and Tropical Cyclone Winston
Wow, it's been a while since we've posted anything, and I decide to fix that during a Cat 5 Tropical Cyclone. For those of you interested, the coolest site for watching progress is over here at: https://www.windyty.com/?-16.952,-179.769,6.
You can also get official updates here at Fiji Met: http://www.met.gov.fj/current_warnings.php.
So grocery shopping is done, shutters are up, and the boats are pulled. We'll let you know how things go. Naturally, I'm here in the US, so we'll ask Jon, Muriel, and maybe Heather (our world famous guest) who is currently staying at the resort, for some cool pictures.
The dive boats all tucked in for a Tropical Cyclone.
I've also promised the folks over at Blue Certified a post describing why we have decided to certify the sustainability of our resort through their organization. That should post in the next day or so.
- Fred out.
obligatory hashtags: #TDR, #BlueCertified, #TCWinston
Dinner and the Olo
Well, things are going pretty well here at the Taveuni Dive Resort. First, we'd like to show you some nice pictures Karen took of the restaurant being prepared for dinner. Can you imagine yourself sharing a meal in this setting?
I hear it from the guests that dinner was quite tasty.
The view from the restaurant looking out over the pool.
The pool. In the distance are the tennis courts of Soqulu Country Club
Another view of the pool. The infinity edge and the sound of the water recirculating is a nice addition to a meal on the terrace.
View of the dining area from Bure Number 1.
The bridge and Olo. The Olo is a semi-private area to gather, discuss the latest gossip from the coconut wireless, and enjoy the views offered by the landscape.
Another view of the built-in benches on the Olo.
Site Changes
We're Open. Jonny Wilkins, a local resident has helped with beautiful new pictures you can check out in our new gallery. More photos of adventures, diving, and the resort grounds will be added in the coming days. If you're good, we may even add video. I'll work harder if you send me brownies. Otherwise, Joanette and I will see you at DEMA.
