New Zealand: South Island - Motorcycle Trip

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October 4th 2011

Published: October 19th 2011

Oct 4 - Oct 18, South Island New Zealand After 24 hours in transit from Phuket to Christchurch, NZ, I was greeted at the airport by 2 very good friends, Phillipa Saxton and June Taylor. I met them on my trip 2 years ago in the Balkins. We spent the night at June's son's house in Christchurch. The next morning we toured Christchurch to see the damage from the 2 major earthquakes that h... Read Full Entry

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Michael Egan

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I am going to attempt to keep a blog about my world travels. My daughter, Michelle and her husband Travis have been painstakingly teaching me how to use all this new technology. Since officially retiring, I have decided to travel the world, doing trips that allow me to experience the things I enjoy most; motorcycling, horses, polo, trekking, spending time with my friends, seeing new places and meeting new people. My first major trip was in April 2009. I took a trip with Ayres Adventures to South America (Esca... full info

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19th October 2011

Rod
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Outstanding!
Another great adventure Mr. Bungy Man! The whitebait (aka young herring) meal makes me craving for some right now. BTW, you are a very loyal Canadian betting on Canada against the NZ All Blacks rugby team and getting only 50 points on the spread!! Have a good one mate.

19th October 2011

Paul Flanders
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Awesome Trip !
Hi Mike ! Great Blog ! See your having a cool adventure, drive safe and enjoy the rest of New Zealand ! Looks a great place to live as you say, and definitely on my "Bucket List" of places to visit ! Catch you soon Mate! Best, Paul

19th October 2011

Sally
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Loved it
Loved to hear about your travels in NZ, Mike, and catching up with the Kiwis. We are off to Tasmania for a couple of weeks on the NEW Goldwing next week. Will be a bit cool. as I guess NZ was. It's a long ride from Townsville to Tasmania! Stay safe. Cheers, Dave and Sally

20th October 2011

michelle
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amazing!
Unbelievable scenery, unbelievable hospitality and amazing photos!! It sounds like you're having an incredible time and I'm so happy for you. New Zealand is so beautiful - I can't wait to visit one day. The people have proven to be so friendly and hospitable. As much as we miss you we're glad you're having such a great adventure. Can't wait for the next blog! Maya says hi pop pop every time I open my laptop. She misses you too! Continue having fun and be safe - love michelle, travis and maya

20th October 2011

Kim Gray
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Wow
You are absolutely wild Mr Egan! xo

20th October 2011

Linda D
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Great pictures from bungey jumping!

25th October 2011

Barb Allan
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Wow, another life experience
Mikey, another fabulous trip you are having! good for you for packing so much into a lifetime! I'm missing you back here in boring Aurora! When do you get back? Continue to enjoy and be safe!!

30th October 2011

Mikes world
Michael Egan

I shouold be home next week. See you then.

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