south pole here we come

Catlins

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May 5th 2007
Catlins Australasia » New Zealand » South Island By Elnaz and AshleyMay 5th 2007Elnaz and Ashley PakulaThere isn't a whole lot to say about the Catlins. This area was a great tourist drive where we were able to see yellow-eyed penguins as well as blue penguins. But more than anything it was just about beautiful ocean views, waterfalls and a cave. I think the best way to get the most out of th ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » South Island

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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