Our journey has officially come to an end. After nearly seven and a half months of exploring, we’ve traversed 14 countries* and over 40 cities**. Along the way, we’ve clocked 24 flights (26 if we count each layover as two flights), hopped on about 10 buses, and endured 17 days of car travel. It’s a […]
April 9, 2025 – NJ – Last post for this adventure Read More »
Well, today is the day. We are flying from Honolulu to our sweet home NJ.
April 8, 2025 – Honolulu, USA Read More »
Walking around Honolulu and swimming on Waikiki Beach. That’s all we do all these days.
April 5 – 7, 2025 – Honolulu, USA Read More »
It’s (almost) time to go back home… Flying from Auckland, NZ, to Honolulu, USA. Sigh.
April 4, 2025 – Honolulu, USA Read More »
Auckland greeted us with rain and wind, but did we let that stop us from exploring? Absolutely not. First, we ducked into the Auckland Art Gallery (free, thank you very much), where I marveled at a few of my faves—Picasso, Dali, and Monet. No big deal, just casually surrounded by masterpieces. Next up, we went
April 3, 2025 – Auckland, New Zealand Read More »
Caught the bus from Rotorua to Auckland today. Spent some quality time hanging out in the Government Gardens, killing time and trying not to get too antsy while waiting for our ride. The bus ride? Oh, just a casual 5-hour journey, 45 minutes more thanks to some delightful traffic. We finally checked into the apartment
April 2, 2025 – Auckland, New Zealand Read More »
Started the day with a visit to the sulphur-scented, boiling banks of Lake Rotorua—basically looked like we stepped into some otherworldly, sci-fi set. Daniel? Oh, he was busy acting like a drama queen, whining about how he could get nauseous at any moment thanks to the sulphur. Spoiler alert: we didn’t bail yet. Next up,
April 1, 2025 – Rotorua, New Zealand Read More »
Took a hike in the Redwoods with D doing a Tree Walk 700 meters up in the air. Just casually strolling above the trees like he owns the place. That’s all, folks.
March 31, 2025 – Rotorua, New Zealand Read More »
Just hopped on a flight from Wellington to Rotorua, NZ. Gave the dragon at the airport a heartfelt goodbye—no tears, just a little misty-eyed—and off we went. First stop? Kuirau Park! Oh, what a treat. Thermal mud pools that look like they belong in a witch’s cauldron, hot springs that could cook an egg (but
March 30, 2025 – Rotorua, New Zealand Read More »
Strolled through Wellington like a local, soaking up all the city vibes. Took a hike up Charles Plimmer Park to Mt Victoria Lookout – felt like a mountain conqueror for 15 minutes. On the way back, stumbled into a street fair with live music. Ate some sushi snacks. All in all, a pretty epic day.
March 29, 2025 – Wellington, New Zealand Read More »
