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New Zealand
Akaroa and the Banks Peninsula
There area around Akaroa is very historic and very scenic. We had time today to explore some more of the local area around the ancient volcano and the harbour We began our day by driving a short distance to the Akaroa Lighthouse. Although completed in 1879, it has only been at its current location for […]
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New Zealand
We are Beginning Another Trip Around New Zealand
It was the ungodly hour of 1.00 am this morning when we finally reached our hotel in Christchurch. We had a pleasant flight that left Melbourne at 7.00 pm and arrived into Christchurch at 0015. We had completed our passenger arrival declaration on-line using NZ’s newish NZTD app and we cleared immigration and customs quickly. […]
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Every Day Life
A Triangle of Art Gallery Visits
Victoria is home to a vibrant arts scene that is mostly celebrated in Melbourne. However, the regional art galleries around the state, and especially in Geelong, Ballarat, and Bendigo, hold their own unique charm and serve as important cultural hubs. These galleries not only showcase exceptional national art but also provide an opportunity to see […]
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