Start of our New Zealand trip
March 17, 2023 in New Zealand ⋅ 🌧 20 °CLeaving from Cape Town International and are very excited to see our family in New Zealand.
Leaving from Cape Town International and are very excited to see our family in New Zealand.
Arrived in Singapore. Not a
long layover before we fly to Auckland.
Steffan, Flynn and Anouk came to fetch us from Auckland and drove us to their beautiful home in Hamilton where Mia welcomed us. Was so great to see them all. Then we went to see Flynn and Anouk'sRead more
Went for a walk alongside the Waikato River. Lush vegetation and we saw some interesting new birds.
Slept late - still recovering from jetlag. Went with the family to Anouk's meet and greet soccer practice. In the afternoon we went to the Waikato River where Flynn caught a Koi Carp.
Went for a 8,56 km walk along Waikato River towards the city centre. In the afternoon went to watch our grandchildren do gymnastics.
Dropped the grandkids at school and headed out to Raglan. Very scenic drive. Raglan is a quaint town, with fishing and surfing being an great attraction.
Went to see the Bridal Veil Falls. After a very scenic walk through lush forest we came upon this beautiful waterfall. Well worth the detour.
The stunning Hamilton Gardens is divided into different garden designs. Egyptian, Japanese, Italian, Chinese and English gardens to name but a few. The surrealist garden was unexpected andRead more