Category Archives: New Zealand

Random thoughts about Australia and New Zealand

Kangaroo steak is really good.
Australians are extremely friendly and they really like Americans.
Why is Coke so much? A 16 ounce bottle is $3.50.
Everyone cusses a lot. I’ve heard grandmas and little kids cuss since we got off the plane.
Mullets are alive and well in Australia.
Why do fruits and vegetables cost so much? Grapes are $10.50/kilogram!
Gas...

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October 23, 2009 Milford Sound, New Zealand

We drove from Queenstown to Milford Sound, which is considered one of the most beautiful drives in the world. The 3.5 hour drive was full of mountains, valleys, waterfalls, rivers, one lane bridges, and a massive yet ancient tunnel. My husband had a lot of fun driving on the winding mountain roads.
We took an overnight...

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October 21, 2009 Queenstown, New Zealand

Our pictures of New Zealand will not do it justice. We’re staying right on Lake Wakatipu with gorgeous views of the lake and mountains. Their ski season ended last week, but there’s still snow on the mountains. Queenstown is fairly small and we’ve walked everywhere. This area is surrounded by adventure sports – bungee jumping...

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