It's fair to say that Georgina's birthday boat cruise has been one of the most highly anticipated events over the past few months. Georgina is the daughter of Patrick's Australian boss, George, and is one of the best people you can meet. She is genuinely loved by all that she meets, and everybody- friends and strangers- has been caught up in the infectious enthusiasm for her party. I'm so happy we were able to fulfil her dream of a boat cruise!
Not only was it lovely to see Georgina's excitement, but also to get dolled up with the rest of the Entec crew. Everybody works so hard in that office, so it was nice to see them let their hair down! We took a little wooden dingy to the main cruise ship, the Wellesley, which was to take us around Suva Harbour at sunset. As soon as we hopped on board and heard the words 'sun deck', we rushed up there as quickly as we could- very lucky that Suva wasn't its usual rainy self! Though the skies were not totally clear, we were still able to see the siholuette of Joske's thumb, an iconic thumb-shaped mountain that features on the Fijian $5 note. After a fair few drinks and Titanic impressions (see below!), we headed down for the fantastic buffet set out by the Wellesley crew. As well enjoying the BBQ, Patrick and I discovered our new favourite Fijian dish, 'kokoda'- a chilled, chilli-infused coconut soup with cubed white-fish, tomatoes, onions, and lemon/lime juice. So refreshing and delicious that we had to go back for a few more helpings!! I had so much of it that I ALMOST didn't have enough room for Georgina's sponge cake, as also prepared by the Wellesley crew. Then again, you know me- I can always find room for cake!
The night ended as every good night should- dancing to island-style music and several Conga lines. I have to admit, it's been a while since I've Conga-ed, and though they're heaps of fun, they're surprisingly exhausting- must be getting old, I suppose! Just have to give a quick mention to Isoa, whose dance moves and constant smiling really helped to keep the party alive!
For anybody reading this who lives in Suva and is considering the Wellesley cruise, I'd recommend it; it's great to see a prettier side of Suva from the harbour waters. Of course, the important thing is that Georgina had a good time, and I think that can be safely assured. According to George, when she woke up the next morning, the first thing she said was 'Nice party!'. Enough said. Enjoy the pictures!!
Not only was it lovely to see Georgina's excitement, but also to get dolled up with the rest of the Entec crew. Everybody works so hard in that office, so it was nice to see them let their hair down! We took a little wooden dingy to the main cruise ship, the Wellesley, which was to take us around Suva Harbour at sunset. As soon as we hopped on board and heard the words 'sun deck', we rushed up there as quickly as we could- very lucky that Suva wasn't its usual rainy self! Though the skies were not totally clear, we were still able to see the siholuette of Joske's thumb, an iconic thumb-shaped mountain that features on the Fijian $5 note. After a fair few drinks and Titanic impressions (see below!), we headed down for the fantastic buffet set out by the Wellesley crew. As well enjoying the BBQ, Patrick and I discovered our new favourite Fijian dish, 'kokoda'- a chilled, chilli-infused coconut soup with cubed white-fish, tomatoes, onions, and lemon/lime juice. So refreshing and delicious that we had to go back for a few more helpings!! I had so much of it that I ALMOST didn't have enough room for Georgina's sponge cake, as also prepared by the Wellesley crew. Then again, you know me- I can always find room for cake!
The night ended as every good night should- dancing to island-style music and several Conga lines. I have to admit, it's been a while since I've Conga-ed, and though they're heaps of fun, they're surprisingly exhausting- must be getting old, I suppose! Just have to give a quick mention to Isoa, whose dance moves and constant smiling really helped to keep the party alive!
For anybody reading this who lives in Suva and is considering the Wellesley cruise, I'd recommend it; it's great to see a prettier side of Suva from the harbour waters. Of course, the important thing is that Georgina had a good time, and I think that can be safely assured. According to George, when she woke up the next morning, the first thing she said was 'Nice party!'. Enough said. Enjoy the pictures!!
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