Fiji.
After New Zealand and its fairly temperate climate Fiji was a shock. It was hot, about 35 degrees and very humid. I headed by small plane from Nadi to Taveuni, where I stayed for four days swimming, snorkeling and kayaking. Total indulgence. Up with the sun and to bed with the moon. Almost!
A coral reef just off the beach with wonderful fish. Each day I took a kayak to a nearby island, where I snorkeled or fished. Close by they were diving for pearls. One evening as I paddled back sail fish skimmed through the water in front of me. It was magical.
Below is a very brave and colourful fresh water crab who, when you approach, instead of scuttling away, stands upright, claws raised in challenge. There seems to be one and only one of these crabs at every watery location on the island.