Tag Archives: Takahe

Listen and look – it’s magic!

Posted on March 29, 2014 by simpletravelourway

Our AirBnB hosts, Barbara and Rod, took us on an outing to the Brick Bay Sculpture Trail, known for its lovely setting, art, and winery. We whiled away an afternoon with them, enjoying each other’s company, on a perfectly warm … Continue reading →

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Wonderful day-hiking? Try Te Anau.

Posted on February 8, 2014 by simpletravelourway

We chose five base towns in New Zealand for our 20-day hiking trip with our cousins.  The requirements: great hiking nearby and an affordable place to stay, restaurants and other town amenities were added bonuses.   The last place chosen, Te … Continue reading →

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Wellingtonians

Posted on January 30, 2014 by simpletravelourway

We stood on a street corner by Molly Malone’s waiting.  A car pulled up. The driver and passenger waved to us. We opened the door hesitantly.  “Duncan?” we said, and, when he smiled and said yes, we piled into the … Continue reading →

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