NZ trip

We had a fabulous week in NZ with Mum and Dad recently, staying in Tutukaka where their yacht is berthed in the marina there. We got to see what life is like as a yachtie ... very laidback and relaxed. I could definitely get used to it .... that is if I didn't have an extremely busy toddler in tow, with another one on the way......

Here are a selection of pictures. I won't bore you with all the details of what we did every day because it would take far too long, but some highlights were: driving up to the Bay of Islands for the day, going to Snapper Rock restaurant to celebrate my birthday, taking a day trip out to the Poor Knights Islands minus Liam (thanks Grandma and Grandad!) which included some snorkelling and kayaking followed by a very scrummy lunch, visiting Erin and Ivan at Whangarei Basin, and of course spending quality time with Mum and Dad.

I've not spent a lot of time in the northern regions of New Zealand and I was really impressed with how untouched and beautiful it is. Everywhere you look there are native forests and birdlife. The ocean is sparkling and crystal clear too. It's a bit of a hidden secret I think. Very eco-friendly. Everywhere you look you get panoramic views of the rugged coastline. Very nice and would highly recommend it for your next holiday.

Enjoying our day trip to the Poor Knights Islands

Frolicking on the shore at the Bay of Islands - Paihia

Quick photo stop on our way to Whangarei

Great Aunty Erin and Great Uncle Ivan

Blowing out the candles on the yummy banana cake Mum made for my b'day