Cats in Turkey – it’s a thing.
I’m not even going to bother apologizing for being behind, from now on, because that’s just how it’s going to be. So. For today – I bring you cats. Because when I went to Turkey earlier this year, there were lots and lots of cats. I heard from someone that prophet Mohammed once cut off part […]
New Zealand – Franz Josef Glacier
Day 2 in New Zealand (April 16) saw us taking a scenic drive from Arthur’s Pass to Franz Josef Glacier, for our morning Ice Explorer helihike. Some things I learned that day: The French Shuffle is a technique for sidling up icy step/walls with crampons on. The Franz Josef Glacier oozes along at 3-5m/day. Full […]
New Zealand – Arthur’s Pass
This trip started with a long flight to Auckland, followed by a transfer to Christchurch, where we met Sarah (yay!) cruised by some lingering earthquake-crushed city blocks, had an inexplicably slow brunch, and finally made our way to Arthur’s Pass. Arthur’s Pass sits conveniently between Christchurch and Franz Josef Glacier. Since we pulled in just at […]