Arrival in Abel Tasman National Park
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At long last, I’ve arrived in Abel Tasman! This national park is home to one of the greatest multi-day walks in New Zealand. Continue reading
2021 Media and Literary Diet
Five months late, here's my annual recap of all the books / movies / TV shows / theater I saw in 2021. What were your favorites?
2020 Media and Literary Diet
Thank god, 2020 IS ALMOST OVER! Here's my annual recap of all the books / movies / TV shows / theater I saw during this dumpster fire of a year. What media did you consume?
2019 Media and Literary Diet
Happy New Year! Just popping in with my annual recap of all the books / movies / TV shows / theater I saw in 2019. What were your favorites?
Nelson for a Night
My bus tour doesn’t stop in the charming town of Nelson, but fellow travelers have advised me it’s well worth exploring. So I hop off the bus! Continue reading
Ferry Ride to the South Island of New Zealand
Time to bid adieu to the North Island! We embark on a scenic ferry ride from Wellington to Picton. Continue reading
A Taste of Wellington
I only have a few hours in Wellington, so the plan is to climb up high and scout out where to visit when I return for an extended stay in three weeks. Continue reading
Wrapping up the North Island
A natural hot stream, bubbling mud pools, and our arrival at Blue Duck Station — this wraps up my final days on the North Island… for now. Continue reading
Kayaking at Blue Duck Station
An unexpected twist: our horseback riding tour turns into a mini kayak excursion. Lucky us! Continue reading
Horseback Riding at Blue Duck Station
Did you know that Ryan Gosling has a twin brother who rides horses in New Zealand? Me neither, until I meet our guide Chad at Blue Duck Station. Continue reading
Odds & Ends from the East Cape
Among the oddities of my East Cape trip, we encounter a lamb with two heads. And whatever you do, please do not disturb Conrad the Eel. Continue reading
From Trap to Table: A Lobster Feast
The locals call it crayfish; I call it lobster. Who cares, as long as it’s boiled and dipped in butter! Continue reading
Two of My Favorite Hostels (So Far)
My favorite hostels so far share three attributes: cozy decor, coastline views, and charming hosts. Continue reading