Golden Bay

We've made it to gorgeous Golden Bay!
But a catch up of what came before..... We had another couple of lovely nights with Stuart in Picton as we were picking up a very tired but elated Sam from his Outward Bound adventures. It was wonderful to hear his animated stories between feeding him SOOOOO much food! We dropped him off at the Blenheim Airport and then drove to Motueka for a night. We backed down Jacque and Andrew's drive for the night and watched the third All Blacks/France game with them. Thanks J and A. Always great to be with you both.
From there we drove over the Takaka Hill and into Golden Bay. We stopped and walked into the lookout on the way.... impressive views back over Motueka and out to sea.
We have had four blissful nights at Port Tarakohe. Bob and Eddie and Alan and Alan, NZMCA friends were there. We were later joined by Gerard and Sue, Chris and Ian and Margaret and Paul. The weather has been fabulous. Sunny warm days with very crisp evenings and mornings. So different from our Central Otago winters.
We walked, explored The Labyrinth Stones and caught up with friends. There's still more to do in a week or so.
We've all now moved to Pakawau..... the beach, the paddling, the weather.... shorts and tshirts.... the company.... absolutely wonderful! This is what it's all about.Read more