Written by Kirsty Barnby

I did a little presentation to a group students and guests at Daku Resort, Savu Savu, Vanua Levu, Fiji this week.

It was a last minute request and I ended up with a dog as an onscreen companion instead of any fancy slides. (Note to self – make a powerpoint presentation for next time I’m asked!).

Subjects included:

• My initial inspiration.
• Why did I make the massive step in the first place?
• Principle around which Island Spirit is based.
• Village life and respecting the culture.
• How eco tourism can easily do more harm than good if not managed properly from the bottom up.
• Challenges being young, white and female!
• Future plans.

Kirsty presenting at daku Resort, Savu Savu, Fiji