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In which we don't see whales (again!)
During the night the wind which had already been quite brisk became stronger and stronger. Amanda woke at about 3 am and the wind was so fierce that it was frightening. We live in Hong Kong and are used to typhoons, but this was really up too close and personal for my liking. Not the best weather to be staying in a tree house!!
Luckily the …
Wonderful
Arrived yesterday at Blenheim and very quickly found the place we where we were staying.
In the middle of a vineyard...a self-contained little house...with the most gorgeous huge beds with two bathrooms one with shower one with spa bath....it was a bit surreal as it began hailing with thunder and lightening as we arrived.Did a quick shop for …
Marlborough
Full day of tasting ahead – hard but satisfying work. A cold and crisp morning but again not a cloud in the sky and brilliant sunshine all the way.
Wither Hills – Huge temple of a place with a great tasting room (and restaurant).
2008 Sauvignon Blanc – Light fresh acidity, passion fruit. Rich fruit on the palette …
Wellington to Blenheim
The ferry crossing from Wellington to Picton across the Cook Straights can be treacherous apparently but we had a flat calm day with good sunshine. The trip breaks into three equal parts – leaving Wellington Harbour takes about an hour and from the viewing deck gives good views of the bay and the many towns. Then an hour across the straights …
Normal week ;)
... hard and after that you just want to relax.
Yesterday a packed from my family arrived with decoration for Christmas. :) Our room is ready for Christmas
time now. I´m looking forward to open the first door of my German “advent
calendar”.
On the weekend we want to cook nice food for Thanksgiving :) And I want to walk up the next
hill…
I hope, I will do that :D Because tomorrow we have to do contract ...
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- Free High-Speed Internet
- Swimming pool
- Free parking
- Kitchenette
- Kids activities or Babysitting
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