The Nevis – New Zealand’s highest public road
Having spent a large part of the summer in the Queenstown region we decided to explore The Nevis – New Zealand’s highest public road. I was a little nervous, as I hate scary roads, but secretly wanted to do it. The thought of driving up the Remarkable ski field road makes me anxious, with sheer […]
Skiing the Tasman Glacier
Many years ago we spent a week cycling the Tekapo Canals. The guided trip took us to Aoraki Mount Cook where we spent a night at the Heritage Hotel. The afternoon sky was cloudless so we made an impulsive decision to take a helicopter up the Tasman Glacier. From the braided turquoise strands of the thaw […]
Blog the Globe is back
Dear Blog the Globe followers, I hope you are all doing well despite the Covid disruptions and lack of international travel. Like you, Blog the Globe has suffered with no real travel and lockdown restrictions have meant the number of posts I’ve published has significantly diminished. I’ve tried to be positive, making plans and booking […]