Monthly Archives: November 2008

More From Christchurch

Posted on November 21, 2008 by john

There are some photos we have recently uploaded from our time in Christchurch that didn’t make it into our Christchurch post, including the Ziljan-wheeled bikes. They are below for your viewing enjoyment. We’ll also be uploading a bunch of pictures to … Continue reading →

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Moving Down South

Posted on November 13, 2008 by erin

Our time on the North Island came to an end and we found ourselves on a plane flying down to Christchurch. It was a little bit weird and had a hint of farewell as if we were leaving one country … Continue reading →

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He’s Got the Whole World In His Hands

Posted on November 12, 2008 by john

Out of the five offers we have been extended in New Zealand to stay with recent acquaintances at their homes, we have so far only taken up one on their gracious hospitality. We were incredibly fortunate to have the chance … Continue reading →

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The Little Turkish Cafe

Posted on November 12, 2008 by john

There is some debate between Erin and I about what attracted us to The Little Turkish Cafe. I would say it was the neon lights and she would say the line out the door. Either way, this was a great … Continue reading →

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The Flounder’s Not All They Have Going On In Raglan…

Posted on November 12, 2008 by john

According to the 2008 New Zealand Lonely Planet guidebook, Manu Bay has the longest left point break in the world. For any of you who have been to the south side of Seaside, this break had some similarites to the … Continue reading →

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Glowing Maggots

Posted on November 6, 2008 by john

The PC and more marketable term for the glowing larvae of maggots is glowworms. And the marketing worked… we joined the annual lot of 500,000 people who go to Waitomo Village to see the glowing maggots. It was well worth … Continue reading →

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Frodo Ain’t Got Nothin’ On Us

Posted on November 4, 2008 by john

**If you only are interested in seeing pictures, check out our newest Flickr pics.** Not sure what Frodo was complaining about, there is a shuttle service that will take you almost halfway to Mt. Doom (Mt. Ngaruhoe) for around $10. … Continue reading →

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Just a Little Pillow Talk

Posted on November 4, 2008 by john

We recently visited the Napier Top 10 Holiday Park.  This came complete with the regular ammenities including a jumping pillow.  What is a jumping pillow you may ask?

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