NZ

I'm here, alive and in New Zealand. Sorry it's been so long since the last detailed account of the journey. Anyhow, here I am in Queenstown, in the southern end of the South Island. I have traveled all around the country spending time in the north going to immaculate beaches, swimming to islands, snorkeling, catching shellfish and paua (abalone) meeting wonderful kiwi's and many others from other countries. New Zealand is truly a paradise. The environment changes so drastically so quickly, especially since the mountains erupt right out of the ocean most of the time.

I and my companion, Vera from Koblenz Germany, hiked through volcanoes and to the tops of mountains and met some kiwi's that were truly inspirational with their kindness. We were housed, fed and even taken water skiing by kiwis we met along the way. Many adventures have been had since I last wrote that will not make it onto this blog. I'll try to get back with more soon but my time is almost at this cafe. I'm now traveling with a couple from Argentina named Maximiliano and Juliette Castro. They are superb and I have learned quite a bit about the world from the people here.

Love

David