It seems like we are always seeing sunsets, but are never up in time to see the sunrises. But here we go! The only reason is that this is a view from our room, we didn't actually have to get out of bed!
Catlins 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 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