Personal Travel Experience and Resources
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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Suriname: Personal Travel Experience
We visited the multi-cultural city of Paramaribo and the surrounding nature areas to experience the diversity of Suriname.
French Guiana: Personal Travel Experience
We learned about the French penal colony history, visited the European Spaceport, and experienced the unique culture of French Guiana
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.
Update 55: Hiking in Fiordland National Park and Cruising Through Milford Sound
We drove through the Catlins before hiking on some of New Zealand’s Great Walks and visiting Milford Sound and Fiordland National Park from Te Anau.
Update 54: Taking the Scenic Route from Christchurch to Dunedin in New Zealand
We started our New Zealand road trip with a balance of culture in the South Island cities, from Christchurch to Dunedin, and natural beauty of the Southern Alps.
Update 53: Driving from Brisbane to Sydney On the Legendary Pacific Coast Highway
We road-tripped the Legendary Pacific Coast Highway, to relax on beautiful beaches and enjoy a detour to the famous Hunter Valley wine region.
Update 52: Relaxing in Queensland’s capital city, Brisbane, Australia and the surrounding beaches
We visited the incredible Queensland beaches in the Sunshine and Gold Coasts and enjoyed fun activities around the city of Brisbane, Australia.
Update 51: Visiting Cairns, Australia to see the Great Barrier Reef and Daintree Rainforest
We snorkeled at the Great Barrier Reef and explored the world’s oldest rainforest while in Cairns, Australia in Far North Queensland.
Update 50: Exploring Australia’s Tropical Top End from Darwin, the Northern Territory’s Capital
We visited Australia’s furthest north capital city Darwin to explore the incredible Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks within the Top End.
Update 49: Hiking through the Outback from Uluru in Central Australia
We did our first Australian camping trip, hiking around Uluru, Kata Tjuta, and Watarrka to experience the outback.
Update 48: Our Tasmania, Australia Road Trip to National Parks, Historical Sites, and Towns
We drove from Hobart to Launceston to get an introduction to the wonderful nature, animals, history, and towns of Tasmania, Australia.
Update 47: Exploring the Food, Art, Nature, and More of Melbourne, Australia
We experienced the rich culture of Melbourne, Australia by visiting many of its neighborhoods, culinary destinations, and cultural institutions.