So as spring is in full bloom back home we are in the heart of fall here. Since leaving Nelson (at the top of the South Island) it has gotten noticeably colder, windier and definitely more autumn-like.
We left Queenstown this morning and drove north through the gorgeous fall foliage up to Aoraki Mount Cook National Park.
New Zealand's Southern Alps have quite a mystical feel to them as we experienced both on our drive into the park and on a walk around the Aoraki Mount Cook Village.
We are staying in the motel portion of The Hermitage, which is this park's version of The Ahwahnee.
Tomorrow we plan to venture off for a hike and better view of Mount Cook, New Zealand's tallest peak (which, as the pictures show, was covered today by clouds).
As for tonight, I am writing from The Old Mountaineers' Cafe Bar and Restaurant in the village. The bartenders are polishing glasses and people are heading out the door. I think I'll join them.
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We miss you!!!!
"Llamas are the dolphins of the land"
They are waiting at Karma Llamas for you at Penny's. Paints etc and Julie says her fav colors are green and purple. Lots of love from Robyn, Mike, Flax and Ferne at Llama Lookout
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