Back in Queenstown now where it is a bit warmer! Spent most of the day on a bus, then caught my flight back up from Christchurch. Chilling out and planning a trip to Waheki Island tomorrow before meeting Shar and heading to Rotorura. Spent last night in a gorgeous little village by Lake Tekapo. The scenery around the area was incredible and we had amazing views of Mount Cook as the weather was so clear. I went for a horse trek around the lake which was fun (...

Hey people! After a few goodbyes and several days of partying I finally departed Melbourne and the land down under (for now!). I was really sad to say bye to so many good friends and a city which I have grown to love because of its culture and lifestyle but was also excited about moving on and exploring the next country on my trip (8th one this trip). After a pretty standard flight I landed in Auckland and was met by my old friend Pania, a Maori lady who I met ...