by Anne Betts | Apr 23, 2021 | Australia
The Alice Springs Desert Park shatters the illusion that the Red Centre is the dry, dead heart of the continent. The carefully constructed and curated conservation area at the base of the West MacDonnell Range hosts a wide range of fascinating animals in their natural...
by Anne Betts | Apr 22, 2021 | New Zealand, Cycling Trips
Two of New Zealand’s more recent additions to the country’s vast network of off-road cycling trails, the Roxburgh Gorge and Clutha Gold, follow the historic trails of Otago’s gold-mining past. Because one trail ends where the other begins, they can be combined...
by Anne Betts | Mar 17, 2021 | New Zealand
To enjoy some of New Zealand’s finest scenery, hike or cycle Queenstown Trail. Cycle Queenstown Trail The Queenstown Trails Trust has developed an extensive network of off-road trails for walkers and cyclists. To take advantage of over 130 kilometres of cycling...
by Anne Betts | Feb 12, 2021 | New Zealand
I was as curious about the dolphin-spotting dogs of Akaroa as I was about enjoying the cruise and observing the marine life of Akaroa Harbour. On both counts, I wasn’t disappointed. Akaroa Harbour The name Akaroa is Kāi Tahu, Māori for ‘Long Harbour.’...
by Anne Betts | Feb 3, 2021 | New Zealand
For a rewarding experience down under, hike New Zealand’s Banks Track. Cross the crater rim of an extinct volcano, enjoy diverse and impressive scenery, and learn about penguin conservation. It’s one of New Zealand’s finest walks. Here is my detailed review of the...
by Anne Betts | Oct 15, 2020 | New Zealand
Updated October 15, 2020 New Zealand’s bra fence has become so famous, it has its own name: Bradrona. Like any good story, the bra fence has the right blend of what it takes to engage people. From its mysterious beginnings and early intrigue, the bra fence has...