Expense Report: New Zealand
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Are you curious how much this New Zealand trip is costing me? Me too! I’ve tracked every cent and here are the details. Continue reading
Category Archives: Australia & Oceania
New Zealand: The Final Stretch
Last New Zealand miscellaneous post! Meet the town of Bull, hear how the weather botched my Tongariro Crossing experience, and check out my favorite food photos from the week. Continue reading
Channeling Peter Jackson at the Weta Cave
Forget Hollywood — the Weta Cave is home to the world’s top special effects, design, and editing facilities. Continue reading
Te Papa Museum in Wellington
Te Papa Museum in Wellington commemorates the history and culture of New Zealand. The Ocean Life floor is my favorite; check out the giant squid. Continue reading
Walking Wellington
New Zealand’s capital city is like a giant playground. I explore its uniquely designed outdoor spaces, sculptures, and public squares. Then I crash a graduation ceremony. Continue reading
The Stray Bus Experience in New Zealand
My six-week trip around New Zealand on the Stray Bus is nearly over. I’ll break down details of the tour and how you can plan a similar experience. Continue reading
Moments from Lake Tekapo and Beyond
A historic seaside chapel and three-level bunk bed tops this week’s memorable photos. Continue reading
Swimming with Dolphins in Kaikoura
The Dolphin Encounter in Kaikoura provides the opportunity to swim in a pod with hundreds of dolphins. Where do I sign up?! Continue reading
Kaikoura: Where the Mountains Meet the Sea
The mountains march right into the sea in Kaikoura. We go for a coastal walk to check out this spectacular scenery. Continue reading
Mt. Cook, New Zealand
At over 12,000 ft. elevation, Mt. Cook is the highest mountain in New Zealand. We spend one night here and wake up to fresh powder! Continue reading