![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/2013-02-13.jpg "Lake Rotoiti")
In the last two days, I went on my first alpine hike on this trip: a two-day hike in Nelson Lakes National Park, going from St. Arnaud (a village at the border of the national park) to Lake Angelus (in the mountains) and back. It turned out to be quite a tough hike, but it was definitely worthwhile – even though the weather was not as good as I hoped for. Continue reading Up to the Angels
Travelling Through
![[Picture]](../../regions/nz/south/thumb/ak.jpg "Nelson")
I cannot really say that I visited Nelson. Even though I am spending the night there, I have mainly just used its infrastructure: doing my laundry, stocking up on food, and organizing my travels. In the evening, I finally had a short stroll through the city center. This gave me an idea why the town is that popular with backpackers: There are indeed quite many nice cafés and bars. However, for me, there are other more important attractions in New Zealand.
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/2013-02-09.jpg "Onetahuti Beach")
Abel Tasman by Sea
Today I splashed out, and went on a full day kayaking trip in Abel Tasman National Park. The park is simply to beautiful to leave it after just two days. Continue reading Abel Tasman by Sea
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/2013-02-08.jpg "View from South Head")
Abel Tasman by Land
The last two days, I was hiking in Abel Tasman National Park. Despite it being my first real hike, I opted for a two-day outing (which was recommended to me by an Austrian couple). As it turned out, it was a good decision. Continue reading Abel Tasman by Land
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/2013-02-05.jpg "Cape Farewell")
Hello, Farewell Spit
In order to avoid hiking in the rain, I made a detour to the far northwest of the South Island, and visited the Farewell Spit. Continue reading Hello, Farewell Spit
![[Picture]](https://bernies-journeys.at/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/2013-02-03.jpg "Laughing Kiwi Backpackers")
Sanatorium for the Exhausted
Yesterday I flew down to the South Island, where I enjoyed the warm weather and the sunshine. Continue reading Sanatorium for the Exhausted
Auckland for the Exhausted
![[Picture]](../../regions/nz/north/thumb/50.jpg "Myers Park")
My days in Auckland were dominated by my cold and my jet lag. Therefore, I mainly stayed at the hostel, and tried to get some rest. Continue reading Auckland for the Exhausted
Kia Ora, Aotearoa!
After 28 hours on the go, I finally arrived in New Zealand. Especially the time difference is getting to me, though. Continue reading Kia Ora, Aotearoa!
Only in Vienna!
The date is January 28, 2013, just after 8 p.m. The Vienna airport is entirely lethargic. Well, not entirely… A small group of indomitable merchants still holds out against renovation and early closing. And life is not easy for the straying tourists around these shops selling Duty Free goods, luxury clothes, magazines, and typical Austrian sweets… Continue reading Only in Vienna!
Dubai cancelled!
Actually, I should already be sitting in the plane to Dubai. As I was lying in bed with a cold for the past five days, however, I decided to grant myself two additional days of rest at home. Therefore, I cancelled my stop-over in Dubai. So, my trip to New Zealand will finally start on January 28.