Hiking

Kaikōura

February 25, 2026: Kaikōura rests on a dramatic stretch of coast. The mountains, peaks still adorned with last season’s snow, soar above as the sea washes at their feet.

The Marlborough Sounds

February 23, 2026: In the Marlborough Sounds, the land doesn’t so much meet the sea, as surrender to it.

Wonderful Wellington

February 20, 2026: We rolled into Wellington on a beautiful Friday afternoon – harbor glittering, hills green, blue skies – for a weekend visit with a dear friend from Charlotte. Hello Jennifer!

Golden Bay

February 17, 2023: Golden Bay, tucked away in the remote northwest corner of the South Island, hides several remarkable natural sights.

Wild Wharariki Beach

February 17, 2023: Wharariki Beach takes the prize as the most beautiful beach in New Zealand, if not the world. Absolutely stunning.

The Abel Tasman Track

February 15, 2023: The Abel Tasman Track delivers beautiful views and isolated beaches in an easy day hike. This kind of walk is why outdoor enthusiasts love New Zealand!

Fools and Dreamers

January 20, 2023: Akaroa. When Hugh Wilson and Maurice White founded Hinewai Nature Park 35 years ago, they were called fools and dreamers. Today, they are local heroes, and Hinewai a treasure.

The Dragon Cave

August 9, 2023: Centuries ago, monks carved the fantastical Dragon Cave reliefs high above the sea as they hid in from pirates and invading Turks.

Great NZ Day Hikes

July 7, 2023: Charlotte. We depart for our next 2023 adventure tomorrow, but today I’m reminiscing about some great NZ day hikes from our 2023 New Zealand road trip!

Stanton and Snowshill

Aug 26, 2022: Broadway, England. We rambled a second Cotswold circular to Stanton and Snowshill. Lost and wandering in the woods, we spied our first wild deer in England!