We spent 3 days in Nelson with Greg and Sam, and while there biked one day, visited a bird sanctuary (the reason for all the bird sanctuaries is the requirement to eliminate all the predators in a securely fenced area - rats especially - before the ground nesting birds can be safely re introduced), and visited the botanical gardens and associated Suter Museum.
The visit was over too soon and we drove to Blenheim, the heart of the Marlborough wine area, of via Picton.
Blenheim and surrounding areas could have passed for Napa Valley with the bare hills and row upon row of vines.
After a stop for lunch at the Withers Winery, we headed for our lodging to prepare for our 7 AM flight to the North Island.
More pictures at https://photos.app.goo.gl/hGMakUq9NAyztNVp6
You forgot to mention the wine tasting that you must have done! Love the photos and blog! Keep posting!
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ReplyDeleteWe didn't get to that part of the island when we were there with the honeymooners, Sara and Julius. Sara was totally in charge of our itinerary. The native animals there have their problems.
We did spend three days in Nelson with friends on our visit. We took the ferry to the north island, beautiful but a choppy ride!
ReplyDeleteWe didn't spend anytime north of Auckland but heard it was very nice!
I'm so enjoying your blog, thanks for sharing!