Our last day in paradise. Flight doesn't leave until 10pm so at least our last day was a long day. And longer than you think. Given the time change between Fiji and California, it will take 43 hours to get from 12:01AM Saturday morning to 11:59PM Saturday night. The longest day of our lives, and we mean that literally. Packed in the AM. Spent the late morning and early afternoon by the beach. Had to check out at 11AM so rented a room for an hour to shower.
(Hour 15) Visited the Kula Eco Park on our way to Nadi. It was surprisingly wonderful! The brochure has not done this place justice. They built the park into the rainforest so it was a beautiful setting. All of the animals in the park are those that are indigenous to Fiji. They let us feed the turtles and play with the snakes and iguanas. We hope this place receives enough funding to stay open.
(Hour 17) Made our way to the airport with ease. Sat around for hours, shopped a little. The international terminal was overflowing - not a seat available anywhere. Who knew all of these people were on our flight?! Flew a 747-400 back to LA. This is one massive plane. Lucked out and had seats upstairs. (Hour 22) Placed ourselves in a Drammamine coma for the night - the ensuing sleep helped pass the hours and ease the realization that our journey was coming to an end, officially. Glad we have a few days with Dad & Cheri before its really over. Visits with them always refresh the soul.
(Hour 32) Immigration in LA is an absolute nightmare. Not really sure why but it took forever. Thought we'd be bored on our three hour layover - it proved just enough time to pass through customs and get checked into our flight back to San Jose. Oh, baggage fees - how we loath thee. So good to see Dad and Cheri. (Hour 39) Dinner on the back deck - one of our favorite places. Life is good - no, life is great. :)
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