Tavoro Waterfalls, on the island garden island, Taveuni, is a recommended tourism spot, says Taina Tauyavu.

Ms Tauyavu, 32, is the reservations manager at the Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort on the Coral Coast.

Her efforts to lead her team was recognised after she worked her way up soon after completing her practical attachment, more than 15 years ago at the resort.

The mother of two children is the eldest of seven siblings, and hails from Tawake Village in Cakaudrove, Vanua Levu.

Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort is Ms Tauyavu’s second home.

“I grew up in the village and spent my secondary education years attending Labasa Sangam,” she said.

“I carried out tertiary education in Suva.”

“The Outrigger was my first employer.”

“I started off as a guest service agent in 2007, and became a part time staff in 2008.”

“I then moved on to be the room’s coordinator.”

“In 2009, I got married and had my first child.”

“The following year, I started off with my role as the duty manager.”

In December of last year I was given the opportunity to be the reservations manager and I am holding that position till now.

“There is a lot to this new role from looking after the revenue of the property to working with the sales team and front office manager.”

She feels nothing but content to be working in an environment surrounded by a supportive management team and happy guests.

A part of the island of Taveuni.

What Would You Take Visitors To?
Taveuni.

It’s famous for its waterfalls and the tagimoucia.

The Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort on Fiji’s Coral Coast.

What Is Your Favourite Spot For Coffee Or Pie, And Why?
Takia On The Go Café, based here at the Outrigger Fiji Beach Resort.

An aerial view of Cuvu Beach, in Nadroga.

What Is Your Favorite Backyard Spot?
Cuvu Beach.

We go as a family.

What Is One Place In Fiji On Your Bucket lList?
Tawake Village.

I just wish to go home again to see my family.

It has been two years since I’ve seen them due to this pandemic.

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