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Friday, December 25, 2009

The Cave



There are places you just can't explain to people. It just doesn't make sense that you like them. But you do. Somehow. The cave is a small pocket of rock on the hills around Christchurch, but it has a large personality. We like the joke that it changes color with its mood. This small pocket of rock grows on you - the inverse bubble gum effect - the more you chew on it, the better the taste.

Enjoy the movie :)


Wednesday, December 23, 2009

Milford Sound

Milford Sound is believed to be one of the most beautiful places on earth. Commonly quoted in top 5 or 10 places to visit, its majesty is rivaled only by its scale. By visiting this place one can't help but reassess the saying ... Size doesn't matter :)

A glimpse of the valley
One of many waterfalls in the area (try and find me in this photo)
Our camper-van
Milford Sound's source of electricity
Underwater aquarium
Cruise ship in the sound
Valleys shaped by glaciers
Misty veil
After rain, Milford is filled with waterfalls
The dense rainforest of the west coast

Panoramas:


Panorama of milford on CleVR.com


Panorama of milford2 on CleVR.com


Panorama of milford4 on CleVR.com


Panorama of milford3 on CleVR.com

Monday, December 21, 2009

The Great Lakes


Large golden plains, rolling hills, long curving empty roads, and beautiful emerald lakes. The Great Southern lakes of New Zealand are probably the closest I have ever come to perfect driving scenery. This stretch of road, on your way south from Christchurch, should be experienced by anyone visiting New Zealand. There are many stops along the lakes, but the drive alone is equally impressive.



Panorama of tekapo on CleVR.com

Sunday, December 20, 2009

Mt. Cook


Rising 3,754m above sea level, Mt. Cook or Aoraki is New Zealand's highest mountain. The whole area really imposes a great sense of scale and you can't help but wonder what kind of forces formed this area. The Tasman glacier, almost entirely covered by debris is a wonder in its self. If you are in New Zealand, you have to see this place.


(Approach to Mt. Cook)

(The Summit)

(Mt. Cook village)
(The Tasman Glacier)


Panorama of Mt.Cook on CleVR.com



Panorama of Lake Pukaki on CleVR.com