As long as we are in Stoke, dinner on Thursday night is definitely at the Isle House. Located on 10 acres (4 ha) in Stoke, this...
A day trip to Cape Palliser
A Cape Palliser excursion is a “must-do” if you have yet to see the New Zealand fur seals up close and personal. The “Cape” holds...
New Zealand North Island – a quick 10 day tour.
Really, there is no such things as a “quick tour” of New Zealand, as the narrow, winding roads that comprise much of the County’s thoroughfares make...
An afternoon tramp at Castlepoint Scenic Reserve.
Being from Kauai, we’ve noticed quite a few similarities between the Hawaiian and Maori cultures and events, and Castlepoint Scenic Reserve was no exception. Interestingly,...
Volcano National Park.
Volcano National Park Lava Flow! It is awesome. Hot molten lava all the way from Volcano National Park spills into the ocean! Tour boats so close,...
Goring day trip-2023 update.
Goring day trip was updated in August 2023. Today’s adventure is a Goring day trip by train with Bear, our new furry dog friend. We...