Starscape Over Coromandel
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I thought the Coromandel peninsula was pretty during the day, but at night the stars come out and put on a show. Check out these night photography shots of the Milky Way. Continue reading
Category Archives: RTW
Raglan: Surfing Capital of New Zealand
Raglan’s coastline makes it a surfer’s paradise. Plus check out an incredible sunset from Inspiration Point. Continue reading
Māori Cultural Night
One of the unique opportunities on our Stray bus tour is an overnight stay with a Māori family. We eat local food, listen to traditional music, and learn about how they honor their culture on a daily basis. Continue reading
Mud Baths and Spa at Hell’s Gate
It’s raining in Rotorua but my friend Emma and I make the most of our visit to Hell’s Gate, a spa with mud baths located over a geothermal hot spot. Continue reading
Never Take a Sleeping Pill and a Laxative on the Same Night, and Other Lessons of the Week
Spotted cows, tricky fence crossings, natural hot springs, trivia night, random quotes, and FOOD lead his week’s highlights in miscellaneous photos. Continue reading
Feeding Stingrays in Gisbourne
I wake up in time to watch “the first sunrise in the world” and then feed wild stingrays in the ocean, all before 7am. Continue reading
The Longest Pier in New Zealand
We visit the longest pier in the country and our bus driver jumps off to ride some impressive waves. 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
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
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