We departed early from Wellington for our quick, nonstop, forty minute flight on Air New Zealand to Rotorua, which is located in the north central region of the North Island. We were met on arrival by Colin McAnnalley from Travel
New Zealand
Wellington and Wharekauhau
From Christchurch, we made the quick, nonstop Air New Zealand flight to Wellington, which is located at the southwestern tip of the North Island. With an active harbor, the Cook Strait and the Rimutaka Range, Wellington is a delightful and
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New Zealand
Christchurch and Otahuna Lodge, New Zealand
From Queenstown, we boarded a nonstop Air New Zealand flight to Christchurch, the largest city on the South Island. Internationally known as “The Garden City,” Christchurch’s well-established expansive parks and public gardens owe much to the planning and foresight of
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New Zealand
Blanket Bay Lodge
Mike and I returned to Queenstown to tour a number of hotels in town and had a great lunch at Madame Woos prior to making the 45 minute scenic drive to Blanket Bay Lodge. Situated on Lake Wakatipu near the
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France
Update From Normandy
I’ve been traveling to the Landing Beaches of Normandy for over 20 years and have seen massive changes made in the past 5 years – even the past 2 years – to accommodate the incredible volume of travelers from both
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New Zealand
Nokomai Station: A True Kiwi High-Country Experience!
From Nelson, Kristene and I made our way south to Queenstown. The flight in was spectacular with clear conditions and lots of snow already in the Remarkables, arguably one of the most scenic mountain ranges in the world above the
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New Zealand
Nelson, Edenhouse and Abel Tasman National Park
Nelson sits at the top end of the South Island, an area certainly not to be missed. Within close proximity three national parks, golden sandy beaches, a number of prolific trout streams, interesting and unique museums and galleries, this small
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New Zealand
Autumn Down Under
It’s wonderful to be in Auckland after the long trip from Pittsburgh via L.A.. The Los Angeles Airport is super busy, and reminded us of Miami and other large international airports that we sometimes try to avoid if possible. Whether
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Mollie Fitzgerald
Nepal: Kathmandu and Home
The euphoria of our high-octane, high elevation breakfast lingered and we were lost in our thoughts on the 45-minute flight. We were again spared the Lukla runway experience and through a last minute change of plans (and the largess of
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Mollie Fitzgerald
Nepal: A Birds Eye View
I’m excited to share three short clips from my recent trip trip to Nepal: A view from the Mustang Resort in Jonsom, Upper Mustang, and the Mount Everest Region. Upper Mustang View from the Mustang Resort, Jonson Mount Everest