Tag Archives: Kia Ora New Zealand!

New Zealand: Of lost worlds, resilience amidst ruin, and Richard Simmons

Posted on February 5, 2012 by Trevor

“He who has seen one cathedral ten times has seen something; he who has seen ten cathedrals once has seen but little; and he who has spent half an hour in each of a hundred cathedrals has seen nothing at … Continue reading →

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Travelling 101: DON’T PANIC!

Posted on January 25, 2012 by Trevor

“Travel is glamourous only in retrospect.” Experience is the best teacher – you learn by doing.  On the Road, you very quickly realize your mistakes and adapt as soon as possible.  Some are easily rectified: Sakshi has taken great pleasure … Continue reading →

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A Faraway Summer Birthday

Posted on January 21, 2012 by Sakshi

Close to the beginning of our five hour hike out of Abel Tasman National Park, Trevor stopped me: “I have something important I need to say.” Pause. “Happy Birthday Week!” It was indeed. I had forgotten it was the start … Continue reading →

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In God’s Country

Posted on January 16, 2012 by Sakshi

Many of the guide books describe New Zealand as God’s own country. We’ve only been here for a few days and we’ve already gotten many glimpses of the stunning beauty of this country – rolling hills with sheep and cows, … Continue reading →

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