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Hot Water Beach

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March 23rd 2016
A strong wind buffeted the motorhome all night. It was quite pleasant as it reminded me of the slow rocking motion of a hammock. The kids had the double bed over the drivers cab and we had the king size at the rear of the motorhome. Everyone woke feeling much more spritely after a good night's sleep, so a hearty breakfast of porridge, toast and hot cross buns was in order. Cas took her coffee o ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » North Island » Coromandel » Hot Water Beach

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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