Our Travel Updates
Welcome to our journal collection of updates we provide as we travel. We are developing this website as we move around the world and want to take the time to reflect on our thoughts regarding food, culture and conversation throughout our world travel. This is developed in conjunction with the informational documents that are being produced to help people travel to different destinations.
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Update 64: Exploring Northland on New Zealand’s Twin Coast Highway
We concluded our New Zealand road trip by exploring Northland with a balance of cultural activities and amazing natural attractions.
Update 63: Visiting Auckland, New Zealand, the Country’s International City
We experienced urban life in Auckland, New Zealand by visiting many of its top attractions, beautiful beaches, and culinary destinations.
Update 62: Driving around the Coromandel Peninsula from Tauranga to Auckland
We did a road trip around New Zealand’s Coromandel Peninsula to enjoy its beaches, hike the Pinnacles Track, and relax at the Lost Spring.
Update 61: Experiencing Maori Culture in Rotorua, New Zealand and Visiting Nearby Top Attractions
We learned about Maori culture, visited geothermal wonders, made it to Hobbiton, and saw a rugby match all from Rotorua, New Zealand.
Update 60: Getting to know Hawke’s Bay and Taupō Before the Tongariro Crossing
We visited Napier, Hawke’s Bay Wine Region, and Taupo in New Zealand prior to completing the incredible Tongariro Crossing.
Update 59: Learning More About Local Culture in the New Zealand’s Capital City, Wellington
We took a break from our New Zealand road trip to spend time in Wellington and experience the rich culture of New Zealand's capital.
Update 58: Enjoying Abel Tasman National Park’s Coasts and the Marlborough Wine Region
We hiked and kayaked through the Abel Tasman National Park coastlines then celebrated the end of our South Island road trip in Marlborough.
Update 57: Exploring the Peaks of New Zealand’s Southern Alps by Foot and Flight
We hiked Roy’s Peak and flew over 3 glaciers in the Southern Alps during our New Zealand West Coast road trip from Wanaka to Nelson.
Update 56: Visiting Queenstown, the Adrenaline Capital of the World
We went on a jet boat, hiked part of a Great Walk, sampled top pinot noir wine, and ate delicious food all while visiting Queenstown and the area around.