Today we've had confirmation of Barry's rescheduled hip replacement surgery. It means we've got time to move to a different location ...
Family times
Exploring Gladstone’s Gems
After many years of wanting to visit, we finally got to hang out with Jenny and family in Gladstone and discover many gems of the region.
Uki And An Inland Road Trip To Gladstone
Following the busyness of Brizzy, we headed to the calm of Uki, before driving inland through small settlements to Jenny's home Gladstone.
A Few Days In Bustling Big Brisbane/Meeanjin
After the remoteness and spirituality of the Red Centre, we spent a few days in busy Brisbane where we found a few surprising treasures ...
The Remarkable Red Centre Part Three – A Pilgrimage To Mparntwe/Alice Springs
Visiting Mparntwe, Alice Springs, was a bit of a pilgrimage for me. One of my dearest friends died there in 2007. What a beautiful place ...
The Remarkable Red Centre Part One – Uluru And Kata Tjuta
What a dream come true! Jenny and I spent five days in the Red Centre of Australia and absolutely loved it. Such an incredible experience ...
A Teutenberg Reunion In Sydney
Having been unable to get the four Teutenberg siblings together on our last NZ trip, I was determined to make it happen this time ...
A Christchurch Catch-Up With Unique Street Art
In March we re-visited Christchurch to spend time with Barry's daughter Jamie. There was an amazing street art exhibition at the museum ...
Reflecting On Our Experience Of Cyclone Gabrielle’s Devastation
On 13th February, severe tropical cyclone Gabrielle arrived in Gisborne. The effects continue to be felt. Here we share our experiences ...
Rather Wet Yet Wonderful Times In Gisborne And Rarotonga
Although the weather has been, and continues to be, erratic and predominantly wet, we're adoring being back in Gisborne with family & friends.
Merry Christmas From New Zealand
New Zealand and the UK have opposite seasons. Many people prefer the cold at Christmas. I personally love the warmth and long light days!
Barry’s UK Images August 2021 Onwards (Part 1)
Better late than never. Barry has finally edited & chosen a selection of stunning images from our travels since August 2021. Here's part 1.
Reluctantly Leaving Liverpool
During our second week moored in Liverpool, we went to a family wedding in Devon, then explored more of the city together and with a friend.
Seven Months Later And We’re Back …
Goodness, we really have had a blogging break! We haven't posted for seven months, as we've had so many other things going on. Our intention has always been to get the remainder of our NZ trip posted, and then keep you up to date with our narrow boating travels. However ... We'd drafted the NZ … Continue reading Seven Months Later And We’re Back …
Having A Bit Of A Blogging Break
It's always tricky adjusting to life after being in another hemisphere. We're catching up with family & friends and not doing much blogging ...
Settling Back In Blighty On Board NB Areandare
Leaving Gisborne on Sunday 1st August, we flew back to the UK on Thursday 5th August. It's an interesting time to be flying that's for sure!
Lake Brunner to Arthur’s Pass A Weekend With Jamie
From Lake Brunner, we headed to 'Jackson's Alpine Retreat' with Jamie on Saturday 13th February. We enjoyed some amazing experiences.
Heading South Via Leamington And The Grand Chateau
It's always a wrench for me to leave Gisborne. It's the place in the world where I feel the happiest, the most 'at home'.
A Fabulous East Coast Festive Season
It’s vastly different to the UK. The festive season here in New Zealand falls in the middle of summer. Is it better or worse?
Twenty 2020 Gratitudes
Twenty-twenty. It's been a traumatic, often terrifying, yet strangely transformative year few will forget in a hurry.