Ferry Crossing 2

NZ - North Island or Lord of the Car Part 2

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October 18th 2008
The New Zealand (NZ) inter-island ferry takes us from Picton in the South to Wellington in North Island. It made a welcome change from driving for Alan, providing an opportunity to relax and enjoy the view while sailing across the Cook Straits. Although we didn’t get to see any dolphins, Alan did think he found our next 2 houses! (see photos) From Wellington (NZ’s capital (but compact) city ... read more

Oceania » New Zealand » North Island » Auckland » Central

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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