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Adorable Dunedin Buildings People Albatrosses and Penguins

20 May 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 5 Comments

We're not all that comfortable in big cities, but Dunedin managed to impress us regardless. Mostly the outstanding Otago Peninsula.

Entranced By The Catlins Heritage Trail

16 May 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 1 Comment

Having planned only two blogs about our adventures in the Catlins, we realised there's so much amazingness three are needed to do it justice.

Continuing Our Catlins Adventures

10 May 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / Leave a comment

The second of three posts sharing our April 2021 experiences in the stunning Catlins in the SE corner of NZ's South Island.

Fun With Friends and Wildlife In The Catlins

3 May 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 3 Comments

We managed to time our adventures to coincide with Rod and Tracy's Catlins long weekend over Easter. Our first three days were unforgettable.

Following The Gold To Gabriel’s Gulley

1 May 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 1 Comment

At the end of March we travelled to Gabriel's Gulley where the first NZ Gold Rush began. There were amazing sights on the way & while there.

Autumn Colours Blaze In Kingston Queenstown And Arrowtown

24 April 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 6 Comments

Wanting to experience the autumn colours in Arrowtown, we headed back north and took in Kingston and Queenstown too. All in one day!

Travelling the Te Anau to Milford Highway

22 April 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 3 Comments

After our overnight cruise to Doubtful Sound, we did the Te Anau to Milford Road for a trip on Milford Sound. There's so much to tell you!

Feeling Tearful At Doubtful Sound

16 April 202123 June 2021 / Sandra Walsh / 6 Comments

An overnight cruise on Doubtful Sound wasn't on our itinerary until we met two strangers. The outstanding beauty reduced me to tears.

From Tui Base Camp to Te Anau Glowworm Caves and Wildlife

12 April 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 4 Comments

Tui Base Camp deserves a special mention. We loved staying there. Lake Murchison, Te Anau, the glowworm caves and birds were spectacular.

History On The Hump Ridge Track

9 April 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 4 Comments

From 18th to 20th March, we walked the Hump Ridge Track. Actually that's not strictly true! We did selected parts! Interesting & challenging.

The Southland Scenic Route Monkey Island to Clifden Suspension Bridge

6 April 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 5 Comments

We spent almost a week meandering between Monkey Island and Clifden Suspension Bridge last month. There were so many treasures to relish.

Back To Southland To Catch Our Breath

3 April 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 5 Comments

After our wonderful week on Stewart Island, we slowed down somewhat to catch our breath. We found many delightful things at Bluff & Colac Bay.

Exploring Rakiura’s Villages, Bays and Islands

1 April 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 4 Comments

We adored Stewart Island. For our final two days we relished a villages and bays tour, a ferry trip to Ulva & Sandra finally saw a wild kiwi!

A Scary Wrong Turn On The Rakiura Track

27 March 202125 May 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 8 Comments

New Zealand native bush is a joy to behold and walk amongst. However, it’s not so joyous when you’re alone, frightened, and lost.

Our Rakiura Track Adventure – Days One And Two

21 March 202112 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 4 Comments

At the beginning of March 2021, Barry & I walked the Rakiura Track on Stewart Island. Here we share tales & traumas of our first two days.

Stewart Island – Our First Two Days

16 March 202112 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 6 Comments

Our first two days on Stewart Island managed to capture some of the magic to come. We fell in love with this amazing location.

Clyde to Invercargill And Stewart Island

14 March 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 6 Comments

Continuing our journeys south last month, we take you on a historic trip to old gold mining towns, and the southernmost city in the world.

Another Breathtaking Journey From Haast To Clutha Via Wanaka

12 March 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / Leave a comment

Two weeks ago we left the West Coast and travelled through Haast Pass. Featuring walks, waterfalls, glacial pools, a lake and friends.

The Wonders and Whys Of The West Coast

11 March 20211 June 2022 / Sandra Walsh / 3 Comments

We absolutely LOVED the West Coast of the South Island of New Zealand. Here we share our wonders and why on earths?

Haast to Jackson Bay And Beyond

9 March 202114 March 2021 / Sandra Walsh / 3 Comments

We've now been to the top of the west coast to the south, as far as the road goes. Here's our tales from Haast and Jackson Bay, and beyond ...

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