Hike

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!

Australia

January 4, 2025 In pursuit of a very long summer, we begin 2025 by heading to the land down under – Australia! Kangaroos and sunshine, here we come.

Cornwall and The Lake District

September 26, 2024 Safari complete, today, we fly out of Africa to green and pleasant England, to hike Cornwall and the Lake District.

April 2024 Iberia awaits! We are finally off on our first extended journey for 2024, through Andalusia, Portugal, and Northern Spain. Mi Español es malo (my Spanish is bad), but we won’t let that slow us down!

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!

New Zealand Wharariki Wild Beach Golden Bay

New Zealand Road Trip

Updated January 21, 2024 New Zealand boasts some of the most dramatic natural wonders on earth. From remote glacial fjords among the peaks of the Southern Alps to rolling hobbit hills to hot sandy shores, New Zealand astounds.