We went camping…that is two camping trips under my belt now. This time we went to Lake Taylor located about 2 hours northwest of Christchurch. Although we arrived later in the day and the site was rather busy, we got the perfect camping spot with a great view of the lake. Here are a few highlights from this trip… The stars at night…we were … Continue reading Day 337 in New Zealand: Camping and Kayaking
It is exactly 6 months since Redd & Chloe arrived in New Zealand. They are adjusting well but still get a bit nervous when we go anywhere without them but after being a part for four months I can’t say I blame them. Since their arrival they have been on many adventures…so, here is a glimpse of their life in New Zealand. Always on the … Continue reading Day 292 in New Zealand: Redd & Chloe’s Life in NZ
About 2.5 hours north of Christchurch is the coastal town of Kaikoura. In November of 2016, this area was hit by a 7.8 magnitude earthquake. In early December 2017, the highway to Kaikoura was open just in time for our road trip. This town has a long history in whaling and is a must see for whale watchers. On our trip, we took the day … Continue reading Day 288 in New Zealand: A Day Exploring Kaikoura
Road trip Part III…driving back up north. On the drive back to Christchurch we drove along the coast. Making a stop in the tiny town Ophir as well as some stops to take in the coastal views. The town of Ophir is tiny, in fact, you can capture the entire town in one photograph without even using panorama. While tiny this town does offer … Continue reading Day 275 in New Zealand: Road Trip to Otago Part III
The weekend road trip part II…Central Otago is probably my favorite region in NZ. When we visited in 2010, this is the area where we spent the most of our time so I may be a bit partial here. However, between the bike trails, the mountains, the lakes, the wineries, and very low humidity there is so much to love about this area. There is … Continue reading Day 274 in New Zealand: Road Trip to Otago Part II
This was our first proper hike since moving to New Zealand. Peak Hill had the pleasure of breaking us into hiking in New Zealand. This is about a three-hour hike to the top and back and is rated as a medium level trail. The trail is about 5ks (3 miles) in distance with a 1200-meter (about 4,000 feet) climb. The climb to the top does reward … Continue reading Day 106 in New Zealand: Hiking Peak Hill
Today, we packed up our Honda Jazz and headed west to Arthur’s Pass. It was a beautiful sunny day perfect for a road trip. Arthur’s Pass offers many hiking and biking trails for all fitness levels. For me, it was all about the picturesque views. After walking on trails and taking about a million pictures, we stumbled upon the Wobbly Kea. This felt a bit … Continue reading Day 65 in New Zealand: Day Trip to Arthur’s Pass
2014 has been a big year for Phototravelista! In addition to launching a new website we traveled to three countries and ten states. Here are some of my favorite highlights: In January we kicked off the travel year in Seattle, WA where we enjoyed some usually warm weather and amazing seafood meals. In March we set off on a three week tour of Europe. Our … Continue reading 2014 Year End Review
Good beer, fast cars, castles, and amazing views are just a few of the highlights that awaits you in the Bavarian region of Germany. Early-April when we arrived winter was winding down and a glimmer of spring was shinning through. The trip started in Stuttgart where we arrived from Paris by train. In Stuttgart we rented a car and spent time driving the scenic routes … Continue reading Strolling Through Bavaria
Versailles is a vast and beautiful property and if ever in France a must see. The palace itself is a sight to see but the grounds and gardens are not to be missed. Given the size of the property you are limited to what you can see by foot. So, I highly recommend a biking tour. I booked a private family tour through Bike About … Continue reading Biking Through Versailles
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