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Sat, 17 Jan 2009 | By matt_and_mercaders | Views [1101] | Comments [1]
Queenstown We liked the atmosphere in Queenstown as soon as we arrived. It's really buzzing and busy at the same time as being quite quaint with cosy little pubs and cafes. One of the first things we did was book ourselves ... Read more >
Sat, 17 Jan 2009 | By matt_and_mercaders | Views [772]
Taking the winding road out of Akaroa we were soon into the countryside again. We were heading for Arthur's Pass, a road that weaves over the spine of NZ's mountain range and its assoicated ski fields. Blessed again with ludicrous views and perfect weather ... Read more >
Sat, 17 Jan 2009 | By matt_and_mercaders | Views [4033] | Comments [1]
Kaikoura We decided to make Kaikoura our first stop on the South Island. It sounded like a sweet little town and apparently we might see some seals. That was no lie. As we approached the town, I spotted a seal on the ... Read more >
Sat, 17 Jan 2009 | By matt_and_mercaders | Views [1264]
The
journey to Taupo threw up a few surprises. On our way into the town
of Tirau I noticed a new and impressive factory adorned with
'Corruagted Creations' signage. It was a big building and I couldn't
imagine that there would be that much demand ... Read more >
Sat, 17 Jan 2009 | By matt_and_mercaders | Views [868]
Auckland We arrived in New Zealand in the middle of a torrential downpour that didn't really stop all night. Already feeling slightly anxious about the campervan I had been talked into hiring for our three and a half weeks travelling through the country, ... Read more >
Fri, 16 Jan 2009 | By amyaaron | Views [527]
The second day we drove a great distance through Nelson and up the to beautiful Abel Tasman National park ready to camp by the beach. Unfortunately they were full. We were happy to stay in a recommended and very cheap Hostel/barn! An old hippy orchard ... Read more >
Fri, 16 Jan 2009 | By justin | Views [680]
Arrived at Queenstown in good time and checked into the hostel. Decided to check into a dormitory in a nice hostel called Deco. At the back it has a lovely view over Lake Wakatipu. It since it was only about midday, and I could only ... Read more >
Thu, 15 Jan 2009 | By kiwiaoraki | Photo Gallery
One of my favourite tracks on the South Island. Here I got gorgeous views of Lake Te Anau as I walked above the treeline
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Thu, 15 Jan 2009 | By amyaaron | Views [446]
After picking Mum up from Christchurch we drove to Motunau and stayed with the olds for a few days. Visited the beautiful Hanmar Springs for a good bath. Heading up north, we stopped at Kaikoura to catch the seals! After a long drive we decided to stay ... Read more >
Thu, 15 Jan 2009 | By justin | Views [419]
An early start to the day as I said goodbye to Sydney to get my flight to Auckland, New Zealand. Spectacular views as the plane flow over the North Island of NZ. Had a row with the bus driver once he'd dropped me in Auckland, he wanted double what ... Read more >
Thu, 15 Jan 2009 | By eoghancito | Views [1239]
Teresa wanted us to stay for the whole time we were in Santiago, all of 3 days, but we couldn't accept any more hospitality, despite her insistence. We got a taxi to the centre – Teresa wouldn't let us go without giving Claire the woolen shawl and ... Read more >
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Wed, 14 Jan 2009 | By blake_harvey | Views [948]
The only highlight of my brief second stop in Wellington was the giant squid on display at the national museum. It was pretty gross. Giant squids only inhabit great depths with strong pressure, so when they are pulled to the surface, they kind of decompress ... Read more >
Wed, 14 Jan 2009 | By blake_harvey | Views [1045]
I had been intimidated about renting a car in Australia or New Zealand, because of the left side driving. But I really wish I had before, especially in Australia, because I got used to it faster than expected. Nevertheless, a car is always a liability, ... Read more >
Wed, 14 Jan 2009 | By pdrozinsky | Views [648] | Comments [12]
Hi everyone, Hope this works this time. We updated a week ago but being newbies to this it didnt work so well...obviously. Anyway, we have traveled the north end from Aukland and back and now on our way to Wellington and currently in Napier on the ... Read more >
Mon, 12 Jan 2009 | By magda | Views [360]
Droga z Mt Cook National Park do Queenstown to ciąg dalszy najbardziej
malowniczej naszym zdaniem trasy w Nowej Zelandii. Krajobraz nadal
zdominowany jest przez Southern Alpes, przejeżdża się przez przepiękne
przełęcze, a potem jedzie się kręta drogą ... Read more >
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