Category Archives: RTW

Let’s start at the very beginning… it’s a very good place to start…

If you’ve just arrived at my site and want to track my 9 month RTW journey from the beginning, these posts are in chronological order as I make my way through the Cook Islands, New Zealand, Australia, Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia Borneo, Palau, the Philippines, Japan, Nepal, Jordan, Israel, Turkey, Egypt, and Dubai. Enjoy the photos and leave a comment to let me know what you think!

Punakaiki, the Pancake Rocks

Posted on June 10, 2013 by Erica

Check out these unique rock formations off the west coast of New Zealand’s South Island. Continue reading →

Having a Ball in Blackball

Posted on June 11, 2013 by Erica

Blackball is one of the most unique stops on the on the Stray bus tour. It’s a tiny town in the middle of nowhere, but that doesn’t stop them from throwing some crazy parties. Continue reading →

Heli-hike to Franz Josef Glacier: Part 1

Posted on June 12, 2013 by Erica

Flying by helicopter to Franz Josef Glacier and then hiking said glacier is one of the coolest things I’ve ever done. Figuratively and literally. Continue reading →

Heli-hike to Franz Josef Glacier: Part 2

Posted on June 13, 2013 by Erica

My hike on Franz Josef Glacier is too cool for just one post. Here’s part two of these statuesque icy blue formations. Continue reading →

Scenes from the West Coast

Posted on June 14, 2013 by Erica

Jade carving, tree planting, seals lounging, waves crashing, and a few scary one-lane bridge crossings round out this week’s miscellaneous photos. Continue reading →