Absolutely, it was a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Fully immersing myself in the culture by living in the village was absolutely incredible. 

We had an outing every Saturday. One included a picnic/BBQ on a beach, and another was going to a nearby sports ground and playing volleyball/netball with the youth and kids from our village.

The standout trip was going to a waterfall in Colo i Suva Forest Park.

Our last night was my favourite. 

Although there were lots of tears as we were sad to leave, the whole village and volunteers had dinner together in the village hall, we then performed a traditional dance which we had spent 4 days learning and finally had something called hop-hop! Some did an all nighter dancing and spending time with each other for the last time and it was truly touching and full of laughter.

I will truly never forget this trip. It has made me so much more confident in myself. I pushed myself so far out of my comfort zone, and it has taught me that taking risks like this is truly worth it.

I have also gained a whole family through the Fijians (who I remain in contact with) and the volunteers, whom I will see in November! Additionally, it has taught me valuable skills about mental health, teaching in different cultures and has provided a great experience for my professional future.