“We’re going to WHAT?!” a fellow hiker said in disbelief when we looked at the massive volcanic crater we would shortly descend into – and back out of – in the next few hours. I could hardly believe my own eyes, but you know me: I’m always up for an adventure. During my multiple visits [...]
Having written enthusiastically about living at Mana Retreat and learning the art of meditation, you’ll know that I’m a big fan of Mana Retreat and its unbelievably beautiful vistas! Please enjoy this video that encapsulates the beauty and energy of Mana Retreat and the Corormandel peninsula in New Zealand. About two-thirds of the way through, [...]
Shortly after I arrived in New Zealand, a number of people who knew of my passion for hiking and mountaineering told me it was worth my while to hike the 19km Tongariro Alpine Crossing. Yup. They were right. The crossing has been described as the best one-day hike in New Zealand for ages, but has [...]
While visiting Rotorua (both as part of shooting the tv show Alive – see trailer – as well as subsequent visits when staying with friends), I had the opportunity to visit two Maori villages and cultural shows. One was Tamaki Maori Village, and the other was Mitai Maori Village. Both were very educational, and the [...]
Hot off the press, here’s the official trailer for the New Zealand episode of Alive, which we spent a week shooting in early March. As I get more news, I’ll be sure to pass it along. In the meantime, please enjoy the trailer! (Click here to view if you can’t see it in your browser).
As I mentioned in my week-in-the-life of shooting a tv show post, one of the adventures we got to experience was a half day at Agroventures. It’s best described as an adult playground, with a collection of fun activities that will get the adrenalin pumping. Please check out this video of my Adventures at Agroventures [...]
50kms off the coast of New Zealand in the Bay of Plenty exists a living, breathing, steaming, venting, bubbling, heaving entity called White Island: New Zealand’s most active volcanic site. To walk on its shores gives you a true feeling for the earth’s power, and a humbling sense of mortality to go with it. I [...]
Enjoying a piece of the world famous Great Ocean Walk, I happen to find myself camping on night two in a little spot that wasn’t idyllic. As a former paddock, cows had trampled through not so long ago, as was evidenced by the dried out cow patties that consequently drenched the site drenched with flies. [...]
Here’s a quick video that I put together to show those who are interested what our backyard looks like. We live in the rural countryside of Victoria, Australia, and are currently in the throes of spring. The trees are blooming, the grass is green, and the rain has been keeping everything lush and alive. We [...]
In my last roundup, I mentioned a 51 minute interview I did with John over at Money for Traveling about How to Drastically Cut Your Travel Expenses and Get Travel Jobs Abroad. As promised, I have posted the full interview here for you to listen to! Click below to listen. NoraDunn_traveljobs_discounttravel If you enjoy this [...]
