Karitane

February 11th 2009
Left Te Anau after a night of showers and rain - much needed as the ground is so dry. An eerie evening as the skies were a pale orange - a result of all the bush fires in Australia. As the weather was not great we took the opportunity to head across to the east coast and get the bulk of the journey out of the way. We stopped at various towns to browse around - but none of note as it is much ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island

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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