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- Tag 2
- Montag, 13. Januar 2025 um 22:31
- 🌧 25 °C
- Höhe über NN: 27 m
SingapurHong Lim Park1°17’17” N 103°50’45” E
Singapore
13. Januar in Singapur ⋅ 🌧 25 °C
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- Tag 2
- Montag, 13. Januar 2025 um 22:37
- 🌧 25 °C
- Höhe über NN: 27 m
- SingapurHong Lim Park1°17’17” N 103°50’45” E
Singapore
13. Januar in Singapur ⋅ 🌧 25 °C
SINGAPORE
2 busy days in Singapore. Amazing architecture and history. Walked miles yesterday around Gardens by the Bay. Incredibly heavy down pours at times. Well, it is a rainforest! Today, we wentWeiterlesen
How wonderful that your adventure has begun . Look forward to following your journey. Love the photos . Looks as if you are both having fun already . Sending love ❤️ [Eileen Thursfield]
Great to hear from you😁. Sounds like you’re having a wonderful time. Nice pics. [Pam]
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- Tag 5
- Donnerstag, 16. Januar 2025 um 01:11
- ⛅ 13 °C
- Höhe über NN: 19 m
NeuseelandStyx River43°28’9” S 172°34’15” E
Christchurch
16. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C
Our new home in Christchurch for 2 nights, before we pick up the van. Very friendly place. We took the bus to Christchurch centre. The Quake Museum was poignant with personal experiences. Also, newWeiterlesen
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- Tag 6
- Freitag, 17. Januar 2025 um 04:27
- 🌙 11 °C
- Höhe über NN: 26 m
- NeuseelandStyx River43°28’10” S 172°34’14” E
Gongola and Botanical Gardens
17. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ 🌙 11 °C
A bus trip across Christchurch to the gondola which gave us great views over Banks Peninsula and the coast. Fish and chips for lunch. Thanks for the tip Jenny. Back into Christchurch for the botanicalWeiterlesen
ReisenderBusy time. And good to see you are wearing shorts. You have worked the Cooper magic with the weather again. You could ask for WiFi in the campervan.
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- Tag 6
- Freitag, 17. Januar 2025 um 22:00
- 🌙 14 °C
- Höhe über NN: 741 m
- NeuseelandLake Tekapo Aerodrome43°59’51” S 170°27’37” E
First night- Banks Peninsula
17. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ 🌙 14 °C
We picked up our home for the next 40 days and travelled for 2 hours to stay on a beach campsite. Very family friendly and good atmosphere. I had underestimated the scale of our first drive, but RobWeiterlesen
ReisenderGreat scenery ! Looks very peaceful . The idea of a beach campsite sounds lovely but I’m not so sure about steep hills and hairpin bends 🤔
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- Tag 7
- Samstag, 18. Januar 2025 um 22:35
- 🌙 14 °C
- Höhe über NN: 1.488 m
- NeuseelandMount Oakden43°14’41” S 171°25’18” E
Rakaia Gorge
18. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ 🌙 14 °C
We moved on to Rakaia Gorge. Our van overlooked the wide outflow. 6 light aircrafts landed on the silted area and then took off again. Just for our entertainment! We walked the gorge in the afternoon.Weiterlesen
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- Tag 8
- Sonntag, 19. Januar 2025 um 06:08
- 🌙 8 °C
- Höhe über NN: 1.141 m
- NeuseelandHoophorn Spur43°45’31” S 170°5’35” E
Mount Cook
19. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ 🌙 8 °C
We were planning to go over Arthurs Pass to the West Coast, but reviewing future weather forecasts, we realised we needed to bring our Milford Sound trip forward. So we are speeding down to Te AnuaWeiterlesen
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- Tag 9
- Montag, 20. Januar 2025 um 17:07
- ☀️ 22 °C
- Höhe über NN: 736 m
- NeuseelandLake Tekapo Aerodrome44°0’4” S 170°27’50” E
Lake Tekapo
20. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
Another change of plan! The weather in Lake Tekapo was so perfect we decided to stay another night. The last photo is our campsite outlook. This means a lot of driving tomorrow to Te Anua. We wereWeiterlesen
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- Tag 10
- Dienstag, 21. Januar 2025 um 20:26
- ☀️ 19 °C
- Höhe über NN: 206 m
- NeuseelandTe Anau45°24’53” S 167°42’34” E
Travelling to Te Anua.
21. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 19 °C
A 7.00am start from Lake Tekapo began our 9 hour journey. So much of it could be classified as a scenic drive. Photos from a moving van just don't work for me, so much of the beauty has goneWeiterlesen
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- Tag 11
- Mittwoch, 22. Januar 2025 um 08:00
- ☁️ 12 °C
- Höhe über NN: 206 m
- NeuseelandTe Anau45°24’53” S 167°42’34” E
Milford Sound
22. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C
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- Tag 11
- Mittwoch, 22. Januar 2025 um 09:05
- ☁️ 14 °C
- Höhe über NN: 206 m
- NeuseelandTe Anau45°24’53” S 167°42’34” E
Milford Sound
22. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C
We took a trip from Te Anua to Milford Sound in a minibus with a guide. It was a good decision as it took the pressure off us. Our guide, Jo Jo, was very enthusiastic, telling us about the Maori andWeiterlesen
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- Tag 12
- Donnerstag, 23. Januar 2025 um 20:55
- ☁️ 11 °C
- Höhe über NN: 178 m
- NeuseelandMararoa River45°34’2” S 167°36’15” E
Manapouri
23. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 11 °C
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- Tag 13–18
- 24. Januar 2025 um 21:18 - 29. Januar 2025
- 5 Nächte
- ☁️ 15 °C
- Höhe über NN: 178 m
- NeuseelandMararoa River45°34’2” S 167°36’15” E
Unexpectedly Manapori
24.–29. Jan. in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 15 °C
At 7.00am we took a 10 minutes walk from our campsite to the landing stage for our departure to Doubtful Sound. To our disappointment, it had been cancelled because the engine of the Doubtful SoundWeiterlesen
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- Tag 14
- Samstag, 25. Januar 2025 um 19:30
- ☁️ 19 °C
- Höhe über NN: 180 m
- NeuseelandMararoa River45°34’1” S 167°36’16” E
Rest day in Manapouri.
25. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 19 °C
A relaxed day in Manapouri. We sorted out the next few days campsites and travel. Did a bit of laundry. A pleasant walk on the beach and a quick swim in the lake. In one of the photos, I am pointingWeiterlesen
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- Tag 15
- Sonntag, 26. Januar 2025 um 21:48
- ☁️ 10 °C
- Höhe über NN: Meereshöhe
- NeuseelandSmith Sound45°19’42” S 167°0’14” E
Doubtful Sound
26. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 10 °C
So was Doubtful Sound worth the 2 days wait? Yes it was. The weather was dry, and cold, which added to this special place. I wish my camera could do it justice. We remained outside on the top of theWeiterlesen
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- Tag 16
- Montag, 27. Januar 2025 um 22:28
- ☁️ 12 °C
- Höhe über NN: 28 m
- NeuseelandWaihuka Stream43°42’54” S 169°25’23” E
Wanaka to the West Coast
27. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C
An early start and breakfast on the lake front at Wanaka around 8.00 am. We were looking for an information centre but nothing was open. I asked a young woman if I could share her picnic table. SheWeiterlesen
ReisenderThank you Eileen. It will be great to this record of our time to aid our memory in later life!
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- Tag 17
- Dienstag, 28. Januar 2025 um 07:29
- ☁️ 14 °C
- Höhe über NN: 5 m
- NeuseelandHokitika Aerodrome42°43’4” S 170°57’56” E
Lakes and Glaciers
28. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C
Another pre dawn start. You've got to fit it all in! It's cold at this time of day, but we eventually thaw out. Dawn on Bruce Bay beach. We were inspired by Jonny and Immy's book to walk the 1.5-hourWeiterlesen
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- Tag 18
- Mittwoch, 29. Januar 2025 um 07:58
- ⛅ 8 °C
- Höhe über NN: 592 m
- NeuseelandWaterfall Creek42°22’45” S 172°19’60” E
Maruia Springs Spa
29. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ ⛅ 8 °C
Where to go on a very wet day? We were feeling the need for a break from the constant activity. A hot springs spa was the perfect relaxation. The pools were between 32 and 40 degrees. Add in a saunaWeiterlesen
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- Tag 19
- Donnerstag, 30. Januar 2025 um 09:06
- ☁️ 15 °C
- Höhe über NN: 7 m
- NeuseelandPunakaiki42°6’22” S 171°20’12” E
Punakaiki
30. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 15 °C
Returning to the coast via Reefton and a bit of history, we reached Punakaiki with its pancake rocks. So many photographs to choose from! Our campsite was on the beach. We did a rather ambitious walkWeiterlesen
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- Tag 20
- Freitag, 31. Januar 2025 um 20:27
- ☁️ 17 °C
- Höhe über NN: 158 m
- NeuseelandMurchison41°47’39” S 172°20’19” E
Punakaiki to Murchison
31. Januar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 17 °C
A few domestic tasks before we left the campsite this morning. This included laundry and Rob performing the ultimate noble task of emptying the campervan toilet. We wanted to see the pancake rocksWeiterlesen
ReisenderYou’ll love it Alison.. Wait till he gets you on the Bungy jump 😂😂
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- Tag 21
- Samstag, 1. Februar 2025 um 21:12
- ☁️ 14 °C
- Höhe über NN: 633 m
- NeuseelandBrunner Peninsula41°48’13” S 172°49’56” E
Panic and Peace
1. Februar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C
We survived! White Water Rafting had its excitement and also its calm and beauty. I'm the one in the green helmet, almost submerged at times. Rob is the one with the beard. We partnered 3 youngWeiterlesen
ReisenderWe That's one word for it David. Crazy is another one that comes to mind. X
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- Tag 22–23
- 2. Februar 2025 um 22:00 - 3. Februar 2025
- 1 Nacht
- 🌙 18 °C
- Höhe über NN: 9 m
- NeuseelandSandy Bay41°0’20” S 173°0’32” E
Marahau Abel Tasman
2.–3. Feb. in Neuseeland ⋅ 🌙 18 °C
We travelled on really quiet roads to Marahau. Through farm land and low hills. A relaxed day with a walk on the beach. Had a rest in a driftwood construction (see Heron nearby in picture). Did aWeiterlesen
ReisenderIt looks like an amazing trip. We arrived in Singapore last night. We will fly into Christchurch on Weds 5 Feb and pick up our campervan on 7th to follow in your footsteps. Xx
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- Tag 23
- Montag, 3. Februar 2025 um 15:20
- ☁️ 21 °C
- Höhe über NN: Meereshöhe
- NeuseelandThe Anchorage40°56’48” S 173°2’59” E
Abel Tasman
3. Februar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 21 °C
We started a beautiful walk by taking the water taxi to Torrent Bay. On the way, we had a view of Split Apple Rock and seals on a nearby island.. The tide was out, so we walked across Torrent Bay. WeWeiterlesen
ReisenderOh no Alison!!! So sorry to hear of your calamity! I’m glad you’re with Sue and David who I’m sure will be looking after you well. Sending you love xxxx
ReisenderAre you posting on Finding Penguins Pip? I can't seem to find you. Xx
ReisenderThank you Pip. We are being cared for and entertained so well. Great to be in such good hands. Hope your travels are going well. Xx
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- Tag 25
- Mittwoch, 5. Februar 2025 um 17:15
- ☁️ 20 °C
- Höhe über NN: 9 m
- NeuseelandNelson Harbour41°15’38” S 173°16’38” E
Sue's Tour of Nelson
5. Februar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☁️ 20 °C
I'm discharged and ready to go. Rob rescued me from hospital. We are staying at Sue and David's in a real haven of space and calm. Nice not to be negotiating the van at this point. After lunch, SueWeiterlesen
Oh you poor thing Alison. Hope the arm is not too uncomfortable and you can both enjoy the rest of your fantastic trip xx [Yvonne]
ReisenderThank you Yvonne. We are doing OK. Planning a little less on the go as Rob will be the only driver. He is looking after me well. X
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- Tag 26
- Donnerstag, 6. Februar 2025 um 07:31
- ☀️ 16 °C
- Höhe über NN: 8 m
- NeuseelandFounders Park41°15’42” S 173°17’48” E
Waitangi Day in Nelson
6. Februar in Neuseeland ⋅ ☀️ 16 °C
Waitangi Day celebrates the signing of the treaty between settlers and the Maori people 185 years ago. There were many speeches in a Maori language we didn't understand, but there was a wonderfulWeiterlesen
ReisenderNice description Alison. Really pleased that you are getting out and about. You are irrepressible. I understand that there are conflicting interpretations of some of the wording of the treaty. The settlers maintain that the treaty ‘cedes’ Māori land the Māoris understanding of the wording is that the land is to be ‘shared’. Make of that what you will!
ReisenderThey seem to have their own Nigel Farage who is moving to make changes to the treaty. All causing lots of acrimony.
ReisenderSounds really interesting. Glad you are having some quieter time as well
Hi guys.. Good to see you up and running 👍 We’ve requested to follow you, waiting for your acceptance. NZ is waiting for you 😂 [Col and Pam 😀]