Vomo Island Resort
Vomo Island Resort has long been on my travel bucket list. I’d always wanted to
know: is the sand REALLY that white?
So naturally, I jumped at the opportunity to visit Vomo and so many other
incredibly amazing resorts on the recent Island Escapes educational. As soon as
our group of six arrived I knew I was in for a treat! After enjoying Vomo’s
authentic Fijian welcome complete with boisterous song and a delicious arrival
cocktail with a hint of ginger, I was escorted to my beachfront villa (with netted
king size bed, contemporary design and a complimentary sarong). And there it
was – just a few steps away. Vomo’s stunning beach – as beautiful as I had
imagined it to be (yes – it REALLY is that white!).
After the obligatory exploration of the bure, I headed to Vomo’s Rocks Bar for
drinks at sunset. It was breathtaking. With views out to Vomolailai (Little Vomo)
and the sky an ever-changing palette of colours as the sun dipped into the ocean,
it was nothing short of stunning. Everything was just perfect and oh so
relaxing. A warm breeze, great company and a cool, tropical cocktail. Bliss.
Dining is a highlight at Vomo and our evening continued with a delicious dinner
at the Reef Restaurant – with the candlelit tables set up around the pool area and
a Fijian band playing soul-filled beats to match the occasion. Special
mention must also go to our lunch the next day – a private barbecue at the Rocks
Bar laden with fresh lobster, prawns (peeled of course!) served with
yummy salads and that million dollar view out to Vomolailai.
Vomo has got it just right: it’s the perfect balance between a romantic luxury
holiday for mum and dad, and a kids’ paradise. This can be a tricky mix, but at
Vomo it works. The new kids village is five-star and it is one of the most popular
places on the island. From here, little explorers can wander down to the beach,
feed/care for the turtles, learn to snorkel with the experienced team at the
resort’s brand new diving facility, or kayak. The girls can even get a manicure
while having their hair braided. Then there’s the ‘Baby Butler’ service! As a mum
of four kids, one of whom is a toddler I cannot even begin to express how
appealing this concept is. And for only F$15 per hour (A$9) I would have one
booked from daylight to dark!!
Having returned to the madness of my normal world – complete with crazy
homework hell hour, inordinate amounts of time spent taxiing children from one
sports activity to another music lesson, cooking, cleaning and working silly hours
– I take a moment every now and again to wish myself back at Vomo, embraced
by the rejuvenating calm that descended on me during that stunning sunset
viewed from the Rocks. A Vomo sunset stays in your head and in your heart.
Family and friends keep asking me for my recommendation and I tell them the
truth. Treat your family to a holiday at Vomo. For I know I will definitely be back
with my husband and kids… and I can’t wait!
Kate Steven from Fiji for Families visited Vomo Island Resort in XXXX 2014.