Destination: New Zealand

Merry Christmas aus Rotorua, der Stinkestadt

Sun, 25 Dec 2016 | By bernardmarlenlilly | Views [463]

Wir wünschen Euch ein fröhliches, weißes Weihnachtsfest mit vielen Plätzchen und sinnvollen Geschenken! In Neuseeland tragen sehr viele Menschen Nikolausmützen, Rentiergeweihe oder Elfenhüte für die Weihnachtsstimmung.... Read more >

DAY 59. X-Mas Eve Gone Tequila

Sat, 24 Dec 2016 | By joyaroundtheworld | Views [107]

After breakfast burritos, we packed up the car and headed out of Hot Water Beach. On the way to Tauranga, we stopped at a small fruit van for nectarines and strawberries. We chatted about music and high school life on our way. Thinking the holiday park ... Read more >

DAY 58. Finally, I'm a Backseat Rider

Fri, 23 Dec 2016 | By joyaroundtheworld | Views [148]

We woke up for low tide and down at the beach, shovels in hand, searched for a spot to dig. There were already many people at Hot Water Beach that had their holes dug and were enjoying the warm pools. We squeezed in between a few and found that the water ... Read more >

DAY 57. The Trio Is Born!

Thu, 22 Dec 2016 | By joyaroundtheworld | Views [255]

I woke up around 630, got my things together, and caught the airport transport bus to the international terminal. I set my stuff down and walked around looking for Cassela and Michealla in case they arrived early. I waited for them in the area in front ... Read more >

DAY 56. Faith In New Zealand Humanity

Wed, 21 Dec 2016 | By joyaroundtheworld | Views [204]

I made breakfast and laid on the couch for a bit holding Sophie the cat. She hardly lets me hold her for very long but since she was really sleepy she didn't seem to mind. She was being super sweet and cuddly. I finally got up and got moving. I continued ... Read more >

DAY 55. Banana Pepper

Tue, 20 Dec 2016 | By joyaroundtheworld | Views [149]

I slept in a little and showered. After a bit David and I headed into the city center to a cafe called the Banana Pepper. It was a great little place and the quiche, butterscotch treat, and coffee I ordered was wonderful. Talks over a quality cup of ... Read more >

DAY 54. Lamb Roast

Mon, 19 Dec 2016 | By joyaroundtheworld | Views [135]

I made breakfast, hung out at Alison's, and after awhile I called Ryan. We hadn't talked on the phone since he left so we were on the phone for quite a few hours. It was getting close to dinner time so I turned on the oven to cook the roast I had thawed ... Read more >

DAY 53. Waihi Take Three

Sun, 18 Dec 2016 | By joyaroundtheworld | Views [176]

I showered and started to pack up all of my things. I've accumulated so much since the beginning of this trip that I've long ago ran out of room in my pack. I left the hostel and walked down to the waterfront and spent some time there. I meandered around, ... Read more >

DAY 52. Bargain With A Cabbie

Sat, 17 Dec 2016 | By joyaroundtheworld | Views [239]

I woke up earlier than I have been lately and made breakfast. I lounged around the hostel and caught up on this blog. It was a nice day but I was perfectly content with relaxing inside for awhile. After a while, I got dressed, packed a bag, and headed ... Read more >

DAY 51. "Mount" Maunganui

Fri, 16 Dec 2016 | By joyaroundtheworld | Views [188]

I made breakfast and got a small pack together for hiking the well known Mt. Maunganui. For someone who's used to massive peaks in Alaska, the mount is much more of a hill. But a big hill nonetheless. I caught the bus to the Mount Maungnaui town, which ... Read more >

Photos: Coromandel Halbinsel

Thu, 15 Dec 2016 | By bernardmarlenlilly | Flickr Photo Gallery

DAY 50. Gifted Myself Another Relaxing Day

Thu, 15 Dec 2016 | By joyaroundtheworld | Views [152]

I slept in again and it felt oh so good. I took my time getting and making breakfast. After a bit I left to peruse the shops. I went to a pharmacy, Mac Pac, Farmers, and a few other places. I also found wifi so I could call dad. It wasn't a particularly ... Read more >

Coromandel Halbinsel

Thu, 15 Dec 2016 | By bernardmarlenlilly | Views [303]

Wir haben uns endgültig mit unserem Campervan auf die Reise begeben. Die erste Etappe führte uns auf die Coromandel Halbinsel im Osten der Nordinsel. Die Campingsituation ist etwas schwierig, da im gesamten Gebiet Coromandels das Wildcampen ... Read more >

DAY 49. Tauranga Bound

Wed, 14 Dec 2016 | By joyaroundtheworld | Views [174]

I woke up early and got my stuff together. As I was having breakfast, a couple of girls came to the Air B&B who were renting it that night. They were from Wisconsin and just arrived from Australia so we exchanged stories and tips for quite some time.... Read more >

DAY 48. Oh To Be Lazy

Tue, 13 Dec 2016 | By joyaroundtheworld | Views [164]

I slept in as long as I wanted and it never felt so good. After almost seven weeks of being on the go, nonstop, always going somewhere and doing something, afraid that if I was idle I'd miss out on a great part of New Zealand, and constant planning and ... Read more >