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Monthly Archives: March 2011

SWIMMING WITH WILD DOLPHINS

By Deneice Athurston I admit it – I’m a dolphin swim junkie and probably nowhere on the planet can I indulge this passion as much as in New Zealand. What makes New Zealand so special with regards to swimming with wild dolphins is that there are so many companies to choose from and each offer […]

SHAKEN BUT NOT DISTIRBED

There are two things that struck me most when the devasting earthquake in Christchurch The peaceful seaside village of Akaroa struck on the 22nd of February.  The first was how powerful it is and how powerless you feel.  There is nothing to do but sit (or hide) and wait until it is over.  Then there’s the […]

CHRISTCHURCH EARTHQUAKE UPDATE

One of the many damaged buildings after the devastating Christchurch earthquake We extend our thoughts and condolences to everyone affected by the Christchurch earthquake on Feb 22nd. For the benefit of our passengers and those looking to get away from the city, we want to let you know that everything is fully operational in Akaroa. […]