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Melbourne is an interesting city. It for sure is the most bohemian city we’ve been to. Continue reading “Melbourne”
Scenic trains and a ferry in NZ
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There are three scenic trains that Kiwi rail operates, and we had them all booked shortly after our itinerary was ready. Continue reading “Scenic trains and a ferry in NZ”
Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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(Diana – we have a few more posts coming from New Zealand, however we’ve been in Australia for 20 days now, of which I completely missed about a week with the flu, and Alex has this post ready to go) Continue reading “Brisbane, Queensland, Australia”
The glory of Mt. Cook
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Yes, it is majestic and magnificent. And we were lucky to see it, snow covered and gloriously shining diamond-like on a clear sunny day. Continue reading “The glory of Mt. Cook”
Food in NZ and how to survive the sticker shock
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If you haven’t gotten the memo – food is rather expensive in New Zealand. At least for our Canadian dollar. Continue reading “Food in NZ and how to survive the sticker shock”
A hat in Milford Sound and old car parade in Te Anau
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As we have probably mentioned a few times our “splurge times” for NZ were Milford Sound and Mt. Cook. Continue reading “A hat in Milford Sound and old car parade in Te Anau”
Queenstown, adventure central
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Alex:
Queenstown. I somewhat dreaded this part of the trip. Overbuilt, over touristy, overpopulated full of young, gung-ho outdoor enthusiasts. Continue reading “Queenstown, adventure central”
Notes from the bus driver’s seat
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Oh, the bus drivers! They are so good and friendly. Continue reading “Notes from the bus driver’s seat”
New Zealand by bus
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We usually write about the trains we take, but our experience with buses in NZ is exceptional and worth a post even before we finish our trains post. Continue reading “New Zealand by bus”
Kaikoura, the meal of crayfish
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Kaikoura is an interesting and challenging place. Tucked in a narrow coastal plain between steep mountains and the Pacific Ocean it has incredible views and walks around the coast. Continue reading “Kaikoura, the meal of crayfish”
Stolen quiche in Picton, wine in Marlborough
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I can’t believe someone stole my quiche!
Continue reading “Stolen quiche in Picton, wine in Marlborough”
Wellington – hills and cappuccinos
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One can’t be but fit in Wellington, NZ. The city itself is confined on the narrow strip between steep hills and the ocean. Continue reading “Wellington – hills and cappuccinos”
Auckland – Photo Gallery
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Leaving very early this morning from the North to the South Island of NZ, I posted our Auckland experience, but given the early hour forgot to attached the gallery. Continue reading “Auckland – Photo Gallery”
Clueless in Auckland
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Auckland is a very pretty, walkable city and we loved it. Continue reading “Clueless in Auckland”
When things go South
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Well, we went South, as far South as we could, all the way to New Zealand. Continue reading “When things go South”
