Photo update No 3 - Kustom Dance in Aneityum

The villagers put one a 'cultural event' for us in Aneityum and it was great - they seemed to enjoy it as much as we did. Here are some photos from the day.

The yachties arrive at the appointed hour

Part of the welcoming committee

The lea garlands are represent peace

Kenneth explains the traditional male clothing, with the aid of a small assistant 

The girl's dress is made from banana leaves

Happy man after the successful fire-making demonstration

The dancing is mostly in an inward-looking circle with firm foot stamping and loud singing

..... and leaf-waving

supper

Di tries the kava, which is a lot stronger than the Fijian stuff