leaving the south island

Volcanos, Sulphur, Hot Springs and lots of rain

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March 31st 2007
We have had an amazing time during our 2nd half in NZ. Last time we wrote was in queenstown: From there we did a lot of driving through some amazing countryside up the west coast. After a cold spell and night temps around 4 degrees. (sleeping with thermals and hoodies on) the weather became lovely and warm again. We visited the glacier region and did a lovely walk just at the foot of the Fox g ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » North Island

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The Polynesian Maori reached New Zealand in about A.D. 800. In 1840, their chieftains entered into a compact with Britain, the Treaty of Waitangi, in which they ceded sovereignty to Queen Victoria while retaining territorial rights. In that same year... ... read more