by JudyW | Mar 21, 2018 | Advice, New Zealand, Travel Advice
If you’ve read any of my other articles, you know I’m a newbie to traveling. Well, my good friend, Travis, convinced me to go to New Zealand and Australia with him! A trip of a life time I just couldn’t pass up – and if you can go, you shouldn’t either. As we were...
by Travis | Nov 11, 2017 | New Zealand, Trekking
In the town of Fox Glacier it is painfully obvious that there is something amazing near by. Tour companies abound dotting the main street and small hotels and hostles the side streets. There are a few hikes you can do without a guide so we decided to get on them. A...
by Travis | Nov 9, 2017 | New Zealand
German-New Zealand accents are hard to understand. But we knew we could figure out what our guide wanted as she spouted off safety instructions. Underground Adventures is located on the west side of the south island, and is easily accessible. After a typical gearing...
by Travis | Nov 8, 2017 | New Zealand
The morning came early. It was raining today. Ugh. Not sure if the rain will cancel rafting or not. Two calls to the company, River Valley Lodge, early in the morning yielded an answering machine. We decided to just chance it and head that way. What’s the...
by Travis | Nov 7, 2017 | New Zealand, Trekking
Finished my 12+ mile hike! It was amazing! Starting off was a desolate dry region. You wander for a while before begining a steep assent through lava rocks and sand. After climbing the first steep assent you’re rewarded with amazing views of the volcano! ...
by Travis | Nov 6, 2017 | New Zealand
How much fun is this place!! The rolling hills, green grass, sheep, cows! And the people! They are so happy and friendly! I have to say I’m impressed. Walking up to the little building you’d never know the adventure in store for you. As you enter...
