The Cook Islands

When Rarotonga first comes into sight out of the plane window, your first thought is “How the heck are we landing on that!”  The question is soon answered after going into what can only be described as a dive bomb, hard landing at the edge of water and then a deafening roar of brakes and…

Ode to Signage

One of the things we loved the most about Australia was just how helpful everyone was.  No matter where we were there was always someone willing to bequeath advice, help you plan a route, suggest interesting places to visit, tell you the best campsites…. or to show you where you went wrong when you turned…

Flynnbob Shark Adventure

One of the first books I remember from my childhood was about Sharks, I think I was around 5 or 6 years old when my parents gave it to me, and from that very moment on, I have been obsessed with sharks.  My obsession grew when I was 13; my Aunt and Uncle took me…