We spent the last few days cruising around the outer islands of Vava'u. This really is a special place to sail because of the myriad island and near reef anchorages all covered in dense green foliage....and for once the palm trees are dwarfed by much larger evergreens. The coral is fantastic and the beaches are pristine white powder, and no sign of humans anywhere.
We had a great time exploring the Swallows Cave, which had crystal clear water and clouds of fish nearly covering up the water at the cave entrance. Then we had the paella evening at a hilltop restaurant run by a spaniard who entertained by singing (very loudly) accompanied by his wife and a Tongan drummer.
Next day we visited the Blue Lagoon which had the best snorkeling over amazing coral gardens that we have experienced. That evening, back in Neiaf'u anchorage, we enjoyed a "show" in a local bar featuring a drag show! It was called Les Girls of the Pacific?
I think we are looking forward to going back to sea for a rest. We leave for Suva, Fiji on Sunday.