Hi folks, sorry we've been a bit quite, not many computers around for a few days. Yes Stephen it's pretty cold in the van at night but really sunny n blue skies in the day. Had a day full of rain yesterday but today it's gorgeous again. Jacinta/Elaine-how cool is that-Dubai, you 2 will spend a fortune, have a fab time. Ian did Zorbing the other day in his new 'Big 40 Tour' T Shirt (d0wna zig-zag hill in a plastic bubble with warm water) We've been to 2 lots of thermal swimming pools in the Rotorua area, it's like swimming in a hot bath-39 degrees. Ian has been climbing mountains, I've joined in the easier walks. Jim/Rach, congratulations on your new house, will we be hearing the patter of tiny feet soon?? Like Ian said don't you dare have your housewarming till we get back! We will post new pictures when we have finished the North Island.. Alison - we have contacted Julia and will let send you an update from Nelson hopefully. Ian is off white water rafting today (I'll take the pictures) Lots of love to everyone xxxx