The Big Boat

The Kiwis are formidable sailors in the America's Cup races. In 1988 they challenged Dennis Connor and the US for the cup in a one on one match. Since it wasn't the usual America's Cup competition, the normal regulations didn't need to be followed. The Kiwis used this monster boat...and were crushed by Connor's catamaran. Yet they've decided to proudly display this one in Auckland.

Ka Ora, All-Blacks, and an ENZED Farewell

June 18th 2007
I feel like I've over-blogged the North Island in the last few days. There's so much that I've seen and experienced, I had a hard time paring down the blog content. So if you feel swamped...don't worry, I haven't much to say this time. Just a few more photos and closing thoughts. I figured that my final NZ entry needed a non-SNL opening. So here goes... Ka mate, ka mate Ka ora, ka ora ... read more

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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

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