Arriving at the luxurious Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa attendees were whisked away to their private suites overlooking the crystal blue ocean “from the moment we landed, I had to pinch myself—were we really here in the heart of paradise on Melaleuca’s dime? Surely this can’t be real!?” said Director 8 Hayley Harding. Recovering from the onslaught of senses, attendees were treated to a delicious welcome dinner, set poolside in our own private bure, as the fairy lights twinkled we laughed, chatted and got acquainted, or in many cases re-acquainted. Spirits were high as we soaked in our surroundings and anticipated all the next four days had in store. Director 7 Alexis Shuttlewood summed up the sentiment of many when she said " It is just unbelievable to be here in Fiji, all made possible by concentrating on building my Melaleuca business— something that I do everyday to achieve my goals!” Blessed with the most perfect Fijian summers day, attendees embarked on their first adventure, setting sail for the Mamanuca Islands. As we pulled anchor at the tiny uninhabited South Sea Island, Director 3 Betty Bouras marvelled at the natural wonder before her “I just could not get over how aqua blue the water was! It was a scene from a postcard—something I’ve never seen before and will never ever forget!” With clear waters and a coral reef, hammocks that swayed peacefully under the cool shade of palm trees, the Island offered us plenty of opportunities of finding Nemo either snorkelling or in a glass bottom boat. For such a tiny Island there was no end to the possibilities. Those who felt adventurous took advantage of the kayaking and snorkelling, others embarked on life “To experience a trip like Fiji as a compliment to my hard work was just so overwhelming. Watching the sun set over the beach on the final night in Nadi, a rush of excitement overwhelmed me because I realised “this can be my life” – all I need to do is choose to apply my time and energy into building my Melaleuca business.” Director 8 Hayley Harding
changing experiences such as Senior Director 4 Carole Sellar “in the spirit of facing my fears, I decided to try out scuba diving for the first time ever! I’ve always had a fear of deep water, preferring to stay in waste deep and no further. So when I went to the BOTTOM of the ocean, it was a huge step for me and I am so glad that I did it! Seeing all those beautiful fish and coral up close was the most sensational thing I've ever done.”
CLOUD 9
15 SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2016 | MELALEUCA.COM
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