After "sivun" weeks in New Zealand, we’ve landed in Western Australia for the next leg of our family gap-year. We are technically heading towards winter, but it doesn’t feel that way. The trees are green, rather than the reds and oranges that had started to appear in New Zealand. We've also gone up a few... Continue Reading →
Wellington to Nelson
The 5-hour drive along SH1 from Waikite Valley to Wellington was reasonably uneventful, mostly passing through a series of open plains and dairy farms. We did manage to find another amazing NZ playground for the kids at Levin, which made a good pit-stop towards the end of the journey when the kids were starting to... Continue Reading →
Our Favourite Kiwi Experiences – Auckland to Coromandel
I have wanted to travel to New Zealand for as long as I can remember. I think it started when somebody once told me that it was a bit like home in the 1950’s. I can’t remember whether this comment was said positively, but to me it sounded great. I have often felt that I... Continue Reading →
Are We Prepared For A Year Away?
Three months from the start of our round the world family trip. Here's how we are getting on.
All About Our Trip – by Kiera
What are your favourite things to do? My favourite things to do are swimming, running and playing outside with my sister Lexi. I also like playing in the park with my friends after school. I like to sing, dance and do drawing, models and being Creative! What are your least favourite things to do? To... Continue Reading →