A. Ferry Crossing 01

Marlborough Region

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January 8th 2009
We crossed the Cook Strait on a lovely big Interislander ferry known as the Kaitaki, and there couldn’t have been a nicer day for it. We had gorgeous sunshine and a bit of a breeze to keep us cool, so we sat out on the upper deck watching the wondrous sights that go hand in hand with this crossing. The scenery was totally breathtaking, and we were glad we hadn’t suffered the same fate as many ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island » Queenstown

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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