Hagglund

Christchurch... brrr!

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December 9th 2006
My first proper day in New Zealand. No flights! Last night, when I got the my guest house, I had the worlds best hot shower ever. Just getting out of those clothes and washing your hair, able to lie down on a bed... pure bliss! After going a bit bleary midday yesterday, I managed to survive the rest of the day. Bizarre how it mucks up your eating patterns and most of you know I have a bit of a blo ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island » Christchurch

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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