Well, hello there fellow travelers! I know it’s been a while since I updated you on things and I apologize for that.. But I have good news! I’m currently in Wales.. That’s right, I’m back in Europe! It all started six months ago, right after I got back from New Zealand – because obviously IContinue reading “A Hop, Skip & a Jump Across the Pond: Europe, I’m Back!”
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Hanmer Springs; Bungee Jumps & Conquering Fears
Okay, this next post is one I’m so excited to write. Anyone who knows me knows that I have a pretty big fear of heights. Like it’s big. But I’m working on conquering it because I don’t like living my life being afraid of something so small. Anyway, with this fear in mind, I wentContinue reading “Hanmer Springs; Bungee Jumps & Conquering Fears”
Whale Watching & Sailing in Kaikoura & Christchurch
Okay, okay, so I know I’ve left you all hanging for quite some time while I’ve been on my trip but it’s not my fault, I promise! Turns out New Zealand has extremely limited wifi. Whoda thunk. It’s not like they’re like the furthest place in the world from anywhere else or anything.. But it’sContinue reading “Whale Watching & Sailing in Kaikoura & Christchurch”
Abseiling & Black Water Rafting in Waitomo Caves; A True Adventure
Ever wanted to rope down a 50 foot drop into a cave and then go black river rafting and rock climbing? Then Kiwi Cave Rafting in Waitomo Caves has got you covered because this is exactly what I did today and it was phenomenal. Rowena and I had discussed wanting to go caving in someContinue reading “Abseiling & Black Water Rafting in Waitomo Caves; A True Adventure”
Hobbiton – The Shire
TODAY WAS THE BEST DAY EVER. I WENT TO HOBBITON. I SAW THE BEAUTIFUL SHIRE. I WALKED THE PATHS OF BAG END. I can’t believe that I was finally able to go. I remember falling in love with Tolkien when I was just in middle school. Now, here I am, years later and I sawContinue reading “Hobbiton – The Shire”
Two Days in Auckland
So, I’ve safely landed in New Zealand! I landed yesterday at 7am, ready to go. I even slept a whole five hours on the 13 hour flight! Wow (insert small levels of sarcasm here because I’m actually impressed I slept that much.. but also.. that’s not very much)! As per my previous post on jetContinue reading “Two Days in Auckland”
One Flight Down, Two More to go: The New Zealand Adventure Has Begun
Well, it’s happening folks! Six months of planning, saving, working and waiting has finally come to a close and I’ve begun my trip to New Zealand! It’s going to be a long next 24 hours but that’s okay, I have my LOTR books ready to go so I will not get bored!! I will notContinue reading “One Flight Down, Two More to go: The New Zealand Adventure Has Begun”
How to Beat That Jet Lag Once and For All
Everyone knows that jet lag can be such a bummer. It can start your trip off on the wrong foot and impact it entirely. I know firsthand what it’s like to get off that plane and just want to curl up in a ball and sleep for days. When I first arrived in Paris toContinue reading “How to Beat That Jet Lag Once and For All”
What to do When a Stranger Asks You to Bike Throughout Europe with Him
What would you do if a random stranger emailed you saying he’d just read a travel article you wrote for the paper and then told you he wanted to invite you on a 1,000 mile European bike ride and wanted to know if you’d like to get coffee in a couple days to discuss (Phewwww,Continue reading “What to do When a Stranger Asks You to Bike Throughout Europe with Him”
I’m Back! Just in Time for some New Zealand Updates!
Well, hey there adventurers! I know it’s been quite a while since I’ve been able to post but I’m finally back with many updates for all of you! First off, it’s almost New Zealand time! I absolutely cannot wait for the adventures lying in wait for me. In just a few short weeks, I’ll beContinue reading “I’m Back! Just in Time for some New Zealand Updates!”
The Wandering Sunflower 