February 25, 2026: Forty days in Haumoana, living like a local – watching the sun emerge from the rolling sea each morning as the waves set the rhythm for the day.
Haumoana translates to “Ocean’s Breath” from native New Zealand Māori. Or perhaps, less poetically, “windy sea.” Breezy it may be, but a beautiful part of Hawke’s Bay for sure.
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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.
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February 23, 2026: In the Marlborough Sounds, the land doesn’t so much meet the sea, as surrender to it.
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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!
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September 16, 2024: The Big Five are at the heart of nearly every wild Africa story. For big game hunters, these great and terrible beasts are the most dangerous game.
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September 16, 2024: The Mara River crossing tests the wildebeests’ resolve. The grass is greener on the other side, but death may wait in the river.
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September 13, 2024: The Tanzania Safari begins with our first stop at Enashiva, a private nature refuge in the Eastern Serengeti.
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February 17, 2023: Golden Bay, tucked away in the remote northwest corner of the South Island, hides several remarkable natural sights.
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February 17, 2023: Wharariki Beach takes the prize as the most beautiful beach in New Zealand, if not the world. Absolutely stunning.
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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!
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