Hahei Beach

Hahei Beach to Rotorua

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September 29th 2012
Yay, the clouds are lifting and the sun is making its appearance. Samuel really wanted to play in the sea again before moving on, so Elizabeth and Neil decided to join him. The three of them had fun in the waves, while I had fun keeping dry and doing the watching. It was beautiful to relax on the beach and enjoy the views, while listening to the song of the Tui. We checked out of the campsite a ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » North Island » Coromandel

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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