Charlottetown, PEI, is where we have decided to make our home base. The many Golf courses, the friendliness of people, the weather in the summer is fresh and not humid. Charlottetown and the cruise ships can be seen just over the river. We decided to get into the housing market again by purchasing a condo… Continue reading Charlottetown, PEI
Tasmania the place where all the convicts were sent from the UK. Lots of interesting history here. Arrived in Hobart, Tasmania and mostly stayed in Air bnb's. The water front and Salamanca is action filled, with lots of restaurants, however, very expensive. From Hobart did a day trip to Brudy island and hopped… Continue reading Tasmania, Australia
From the North Island to the South Island by air from Wellington to Queenstown. We have been told that the ferry from the North Island to the South Island is beautiful as well, but we found it much less expensive to fly. Beautiful, picturesque town. Queenstown, with the mountains and beautiful scenery and lots of… Continue reading Queenstown, New Zealand
Taupo is a town near the centre of New Zealand's North Island. It is situated right by Lake Taupo and many outdoor sports available from fishing to jet-boats, that take you very close to the Huka falls. Beautiful crystal-blue waters that can be reached by hiking and biking trails. Surrounding Taupo are some beautiful hot… Continue reading Taupo, New Zealand
Tauranga is the 5th largest city in New Zealand. Stayed in a airbnb for two nights on our travels through New Zealand. Rented a room which was a converted garage separate from the main house. Here we did a beautiful hike up Mount Maunganui, which is an extinct volcanic cone. Here is a slide… Continue reading Tauranga, New Zealand
