Where's all the cafes gone? We hungry.
5 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ 🌧 15 °C
Our fave one, all the truckies stop at in Te Hana is closed. Oh well, we'll try Kaiwaka. .
Yeah the German one on left where all the coaches used to stop was just closing at 4pm. They let us orderLäs mer
Matakohe to Baylys Beach
6 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ ⛅ 15 °C
Woke to my first lamb outside kitchen window. Just missing a daffodil for perfect shot. Sadly we were the only people in campground. Come on kiwis, get out there everyone and see your backyard.
OntoLäs mer
You look suitably rested after your long drive. Hope you enjoyed yourdrinkies. Tina not all us kiwis are able to do what you guys do. [from Teresa]
Wrong there Teresa - we women can do anything! So deserted up there Tina, but lovely photo of the lambs. Nice weather too. Yes, where are all the kiwis? I was looking at a couple of nights in the Grand Millenium today, funny you should have said that. Love, Mom xxxx [Mom]
Visit Janet at Kaihu. Highly recommend!
7 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ ⛅ 14 °C
Little power nap after golf then we off.
Left Baylys Beach and drive north. Stopped at Kai Iwi Lakes just for a look. No getting out here cause there is kiwi. No doggies allowed. Arrived at Janets,Läs mer
Rawene arrive at sunset.
8 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ 🌙 10 °C
BEAUTIFUL green pasture, views of ocean. Late leaving Janets. Dragged ourselves away finally, very windy drive 24kms through Waipoua Forrest. Decided not to stop in Omapere except for routineLäs mer
Rawene Vehicle Ferry
9 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ ☀️ 16 °C
Busy ferry, mostly locals. Saves a two hour trip around long way to the north. Ferry arrives at Kohukohu.
Ahipara through the Herekino gorge
9 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ 🌙 13 °C
What a stunning day. There's nobody out here doing it. Except Rawene, ferry crossing was full. Coffee at The Boatshed, gorgeous drive through the gorge. It's so green up here. LOVING Ahipara.Läs mer
90 mile beach jaunt sunset with dogs
9 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ 🌙 13 °C
Very friendly people, walked down from campground with the dogs and Paige young girl from next door very nice motorhome, travelling with her Nana. She's having chemo and awaiting surgery, but did thisLäs mer
Ahipara campground. Our new favourite
10 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
Sub tropical paradise. Huge place lush gardens. X3 neighbours left this am. Now we all by ourselves, huge paddock. You can hear the ocean on 90 mile beach only 5 minute walk. Def be back. Gary in hisLäs mer
Houhora. Houhora Harbour Campground
11 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
Stopped at Kaitaia Warehouse and Pak n Save fur supplies. Checked out Pukenui Campground but preferred this one a stone's throw. Stayed here as a kid a hundred years ago. And the A-frame chalets onLäs mer
We're here! Tokerau Beach
12 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ ☁️ 15 °C
Hi guys, we missed you. So good to see you Jenny and Larry. So much has changed since we last here. Can see you've been working hard. The boys are out fishing. Gary has a new toy, needs a bit moreLäs mer
We'll miss you both. Leaving tomorrow.
15 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ ☁️ 16 °C
Had a most enjoyable time in Tokerau Beach with Jenny and Larry. Best all time outside shower EVA. Good food, weather and fishing and fun. Took dogs down beach, I sat on back of quad bike on top of aLäs mer
Whangaroa, visit to Tony.
16 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ ☁️ 16 °C
Fish, fish and more fish. Brief but great to catch up. Long overslept covid haircut for Tony. Boy did he need it. Thanks Tony, see you next time.
Brunch at Tee Tree cafe Waipapa
17 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
Left Whangaroa, who else hates that low hanging pohutukawa jutting over the road.
Brunch at Tee Tree Cafe. Best food on planet and dogs can roam round the garden. Used to be called Marty's golf cafe.Läs mer
Okaihau
18 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ 🌧 15 °C
Overnight stay, with Kay and Neil. Eating far too much this trip. Tonight curried pheasant and duck. Delish broccoli and cream cheese soup. New bus in driveway looking spic and span. Rainy day, insideLäs mer
Opua visit to Paul Hill and Yoga.
18 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ 🌧 16 °C
WOW, what a spot. Up in the tree tops with a stunning view Opua harbour. Thanks Paul for an awesome dinner and great company. Slept like a log, then Kay picked me up for yoga. What a treat. GirlyLäs mer
All about Leroy. Wendy & Grant great fun
19 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ 🌧 12 °C
Short stay, lovely evening. Shoukd have taken a photo of that rib eye fillet!
Good fun playing cards. Leroy was the star of the show.
I had a walk with dogs, down the race on the most beautiful NorthLäs mer
Home, a day early.
20 juni 2020, Nya Zeeland ⋅ ⛅ 17 °C
Rain setting in. Homeward bound straight through.
Has anyone had a pie at Te Hana, the big cafe where all the truckies stop opposite the Te Reo tourist outfit.
Seriously, to die for.
Unpacking, andLäs mer
Well, that's not a very good start is it? We did well with snapper and chips and coleslaw - and dessert, all 100% home made! [Love from Mom xxx]
ResenärSounds yum Mom