Jerad did a good job writing about New Zealand, I just thought I would blog about a thing or two. It has been wild! Just wild. Living out of a van has been quite the experience. All of the adrenaline seeking/adventure activities have been all that I could want them to be and more. The cave-tubing was challenging for me, but I am truly happy I did it. Sqeezing through wet, dark, cold caves and climbing up rushing waterfalls underground for 5 hours was truly a once in a lifetime experience. I will be alright if I don't do it again:). Trekking the Tongrariro Alpine Crossing was fantastic. Talk about views, pushing your self physically and fully feeling all of the many rewards. It made me crave more such experiences, which I know we will have in Asia. Zorbing was just awesome. What a great invention, if only I could zorb as my mode of transportation. Sandboarding was very fun, and man did you have to "dive right in". Jerad and I were covered in sand from head to toe instantly. We did pretty well. I went super fast down on my belly, while Jerad had more control and even stood up. All in all it has been a great time here, though we are looking forward to our stay in a hostel in Australia. I had a nasty cough that has been keeping myself and my poor honey up at night, but am getting better and was able to sleep last night. Living out of the van has been just a few days/nights too long, although it has been a good experience to "feel homeless" and truly budget travel. Missing you all back home and we will try to blog sooner this time. Much love.
Happily,
Amber Allison
