It’s pitch black all around you. However, above you, thousands of little iridescent blue lights are glowing brightly. It looks like a night sky on the very clearest of nights, and the iridescent blue looks enough like bright stars, that…
The Largest Volcano in New Zealand
What is the largest volcano in New Zealand? Watch this video to find out.
Chocolate Chai Cupcakes
chai spiced chocolate cupcakes make everyone happy.
Being Home: Housesitting in Auckland New Zealand
It’s really nice to be back in Auckland. Here in Auckland, New Zealand, the weather is colder in the evenings and at night, but so far has been nice and sunny and about 65 (Fahrenheit) during the day. This feels…
Interislander New Zealand: Tops Among Travel Experiences
Taking the sunrise Interislander ferry from the south island of New Zealand to the north island of New Zealand is among the favorite travel Experiences of my life (so far). As mentioned in a previous post, part of doing a…
First Fur Seal Sighting North of Kaikoura, New Zealand
Seeing our first wild fur seals ever (in our lifetimes) has Carrie and me thinking that we need to spend more time in New Zealand. These seals are pretty much year-round occupants of a rocky beach just two and a…
“Renting” a Campervan in New Zealand
We had heard about 2 months ago that it was possible to do a car rental return from the south island to the north island. Apparently, most tourists fly into New Zealand and rent their cars in Auckland, and then…
Christchurch, New Zealand: Top 10 Favorites
After spending over 2 months here, we are getting ready to leave Christchurch, NZ. It is sad. We have really enjoyed being in a place that is comfortable. Will Smith says that being realistic is the most commonly traveled road…
Skiing in New Zealand: Skiing Broken River With the Nutcracker
Cost to Rent Skis, Poles, Boots, Gloves, and Goggles: $33 NZD (about $25 US) Contribution to Gas For Carpool: $10 NZD (about $7 US) Lift Ticket: $60 NZD (about $48 US) First Day Skiing in New Zealand: Priceless I awoke…
Akaroa: The French side of New Zealand
A Day in Akaroa, the French heart of New Zealand.