Adventure Capital of the World
Mike shuffles his bound feet to the edge of the platform and swan dives 44 floors toward the bottom of
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Oceania
Kayaking Abel Tasman
Kiwis are known for their hospitality so we inadvertently tested the theory by hitchhiking, couchsurfing, and asking Wilsons outfitters to
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Crocodile Dundee Country
We have refrained from all Crocodile Dundee references in all previous Australia blogs, but now we’ve earned it. The Top
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Refueling in Wine Country: Marlborough, New Zealand
The phone rings…”Annie, the grapes are ready to pick! If you and Mike want to catch the harvest, come to
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You Know You’re In Australia When
Big, brash, beautiful, booming…Australia is larger than life. It feels like the USA on lots of levels but with an
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Glaciers to Glowworms: Our Final Days in New Zealand
We looked up at the tallest mountains in New Zealand, guarded by glaciers on all sides, and thought, “How the
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You Know You’re in New Zealand When . . .
Wow!!! That is what we have to say about New Zealand. We road-tripped from the top of the North Island
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Best Winter Destinations: Where snow and ice is a good thing
If you can handle freezing temperatures, so much more of the year and world will open up to you. Put
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The Gateway to Australia: Sydney Travel Guide
Despite being on the other side of the world, Australia seems to be one of those places everyone has a
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The World’s Best Day Hike
Recognized as not just one of the best day-hikes in New Zealand but in the world, Tongariro Alpine Crossing is
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The Great New Zealand Campervan Adventure Begins!
Imagine arriving to the shore of a glacial lake, surrounded by yellow poplar trees and snow-capped mountains and saying, “We’re
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