First view of Doubtful Sound

February 8th 2009
Pics to follow! Got collected by bus at just before 9am (yes - even on a Sunday!) - and drove the 20k to Lake Manapouri. From there we took a catamaran style boat across the lake. Now this is no ordinary lake - it is 55 square miles in size and has a shoreline of 106 miles, 34 islands within it and is the second deepest lake in NZ at 444 metres. Water temperature is 2 degrees - so not ideal ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand

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

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Lady Lana

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Thirty-something english woman, taking a trip of a lifetime exploring the New Zealand isles with her long suffering mother... A whole month touring first the South, then the North island. An opportunity to see the sights, marvel at the unique countryside and immerse into the NZ culture! This blog should help to keep family, friends (- and in particular Dad / Husband who is left behind cat-sitting) informed of our travels. Photo's will be shared and progress of our journey and experiences left for you to read (and weep with envy) over at your leisure.... There is only one question - is ... full info

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