Our Travels
New Zealand
The South Island
The cathedral in Christchurch. We saw some damage from the earthquake around the city but not as much as I was expecting.
The South Island
Wallabies, all interested in something to the left!
The South Island
A view of the Southern Alps on our way to some thermal pools....
The South Island
...and the view from our motel room we awoke to the next morning. Fortunately, the snow didn't last too long.
The South Island
A sandy beach cove on the Pacific with the Southern Alps in the background.
The South Island
Seals, sunning themselves on the rocks by the ocean.
The South Island
Checking out fur seals in their natural habitat.
The South Island
Sheep are allowed to graze in the vineyards in the winter but only until the buds start to appear on the wines.
The South Island
In the mountains on our way to Hawke's Bay - looks like there was a landslide over the tracks and the train ran right into it.
The North Island
This is Maori country so we went to one of their cultural shows that included dinner. It was very good.
The North Island
Of course I couldn't go to New Zealand without bungy jumping. Here I am taking the plunge!
The North Island
And 'touching' the water!
The North Island
So as not to be undone, Debbie went skydiving the next morning. Here she is just after leaving the plane!!
The North Island
On the way down!!
The North Island
And safely back on terra firma!
Our Trip to Australia & New Zealand
September 2010
Page 1: Sydney and Area
Page 2: Adelaide & Melbourne