From 18th to 20th March, we walked the Hump Ridge Track. Actually that's not strictly true! We did selected parts! Interesting & challenging.
NZ South Island
The Southland Scenic Route Monkey Island to Clifden Suspension Bridge
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
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
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
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
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
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
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.
A Spectacular Coastal Pacific Journey
For countless years it's been a desire of mine to experience the Great Train Journeys of New Zealand. Planning a trip to Christchurch without NZAreandare, allowed us to book a treat on one of these.
Snippets Of Akaroa and Canterbury History
Crikey, so much for slowing down to smell the roses! We frequently hear people our age, saying they wouldn't know what to do with themselves if they stopped working.
Adventures Around The Garden City of New Zealand
It's been many years since either of us properly visited Christchurch, garden city of New Zealand. We had a blast last week there with Jamie.