As you may know, last December/January I travelled through New Zealand with my mom. We had an amazing time and I still have heaps of travels stories and photos to share. For this blog post, I thought it’d be a cool idea to review all the hostels that we stayed at during this trip (dueContinueContinue reading “Rate or nah – Part 2 of 2”
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Rate or nah – Part 1 of 2
As you may know, last December/January I travelled through New Zealand with my mom. We had an amazing time and I still have heaps of travels stories and photos to share. For this blog post, I thought it’d be a cool idea to review all the hostels that we stayed at during this trip (dueContinueContinue reading “Rate or nah – Part 1 of 2”
Mt. Ngauruhoe
We were lucky to have such a beautiful and clear day to see Mt. Ngauruhoe in Tongariro National Park in all its glory. Some people might recognise this volcano as Mt. Doom from the Lord of the Rings movies.
Mt. Ruapehu
The beautiful and majestic looking Mt. Ruapehu in Tongariro National Park.
These are a few of my favourite things
The last ever weekly photo challenge by the Daily Post, and it’s going out with a bang! Post your all-time favourites! I can’t choose just one, so here are a few of my favourite photos from my travels through New Zealand.
Lake Tarawera
Beautiful Lake Tarawera! I’ve been fascinated by the Mount Tarawera eruption and the destruction of the Pink and White Terraces since the first time I travelled through New Zealand in 2005. I’m so happy that I finally got to go and see it!
Matukituki River
The gorgeous Matukituki River is a braided river in Mt. Aspiring N.P. on the South Island of New Zealand. One day last January, I did a jet boating tour in the morning and a 4WD tour in the afternoon (during which I took this photo). The area is stunning!! It was also one of my favouriteContinueContinue reading “Matukituki River”
Manaakitanga
Manaakitanga: hospitality, kindness, generosity, support – the process of showing respect, generosity and care for others. This is definitely true of Tamaki Maori Village. I highly recommend a visit when you’re in or near Rotorua!