Oh! It's so neat to see this! Thank you so much for sharing with us! I love your hubby! He seems very nice and funny! It's nice to hear what he thinks, too. Have a wonderful time! It looks like the thatch roofs are laid Japanese style. They must have gotton that company from Kyoto to come and do it.
Hi Jen, if the driver that seemed to cause the crash came from your right at the roundabout then the person in front of you caused the crash because we give way to the right here. Glad to hear that you've been enjoying it so far, hope it continues for you both. 🙂
@@JenniferMabus Oh okay, they definitely failed to give way then. Both you & Owen seemed to get the hang of driving on the wrong side of the road quite easily, what was it like driving the first time or two when you got back home?
Lake Taupo is the caldera of a super volcano like Yellowstone. And here is something else to contemplate, the New Zealand volcanic field is part of The Pacific Ring of Fire and so are the volcanoes on The West Coast of America like Mount St. Helens so you have travelled half way around the world but you are still on the same global geographical feature.
Great video! I love how Owen is putting in his perspectives too. I like seeing him being apart of your vids. Those mineral pools were gorgeous. That lime green one was insane.
You did well to avoid that nasty round-about situation Jen. Yes we do have idiots out there. There are a lot of bends in our roads and that causes impatience and frustration. Take care out there. Lovin the videos 👌👌
Not sure why you didn't see the Huka Falls. It is a real fall and quite impressive. The river views you saw were bit further up river. No comment about the thermal fragrance except that I refuse to take my visitors there! They have to go when I'm busy. It's sad that we no longer have many free camping places and that some people are refusing to pay DoC's fees at their campsites. Oh the first world problems we have! Unfortunately freedom campsites have been abused by a few campers (probably related to the driver who caused the accident in Taupo) and closed off. Taupo pronunciation sounds like toe-paw. You're doing well with Maori place names. I'm loving sharing your travels. Your videos are great and thanks for taking the time to do all that editing.
We are so silly and missed the falls hahaha but thank you so much for watching and coming along our journey with us!! And we were definitely saying Taupo wrong lol (oops)
@@JenniferMabus it was the 2nd song I was after, but after some crafty googling I found it lol. Run Run Run by Junge Junge was the song. Had a chill beat to it, perfect for cruising in the car/van lol
Sorry you guys has that scary experience on the road. Generally New Zealand drivers are pretty good, but as in all countries you get you ffff a-holes who ruin it for others. Rotorua is so beautiful, one can forgive the farty smells. I am so pleased you are enjoying yourselves And horses too! You are truly spoiled!!!
The food at the pig and whistle looked awesome Rotorua is nicknamed sometimes as Rotten-rua You are so right everything is so expensive here it’s why a lot holiday overseas Yep sounds like kiwi drivers alright Hula falls does have a fall but it’s at the end of the channel Tonga-re-ro Yep shoulda left Owen here that way you get to come back
So funny that all the other vans are white. One of these things is not like the others.. Yes officers there is some partying going on. “Which van is.. oh never mind” I swear it’s just a trout!!
Proud you chose to visit NZ, slightly nervous you wont like bits. Kinda like many kiwis. We are a bit funny like that. I'll link another wee silent taranaki bush walk video. Well its 20 mins. Just, you know, if ya feel like another little walk on Mt Taranaki. ruclips.net/video/BdkZWRLYMh4/видео.html
Alright! Theres no talking, half my videos are just silent. Truely amazing section of the mountain, the section called the Enchanted Forest is listed in some websites that do, top 10 etc, magical/mysterious/forests in the world. Search, Enchanted Forest, Mt Taranaki to read about it. One part is called, Goblin Forest from memory. The waterfall you saw in that other video is in the same landscape. You would have seen Mt Taranaki from the Tongariro walk if the weather was clear. Maybe I will find out in your next video! 👍
I don’t think we’re better drivers or worse drivers...I lived in America and they are equally dreadful. Tongariro is my home district. You could have stayed on the marae if you told us you were coming through.
Brings back good memories of the best year of my life.
Very pretty countryside.
I agree.
Oh! It's so neat to see this! Thank you so much for sharing with us! I love your hubby! He seems very nice and funny! It's nice to hear what he thinks, too. Have a wonderful time! It looks like the thatch roofs are laid Japanese style. They must have gotton that company from Kyoto to come and do it.
Thank you so much, Wendy!
Hi Jen, if the driver that seemed to cause the crash came from your right at the roundabout then the person in front of you caused the crash because we give way to the right here. Glad to hear that you've been enjoying it so far, hope it continues for you both. 🙂
The person in the roundabout got t-boned on his left!
@@JenniferMabus Oh okay, they definitely failed to give way then. Both you & Owen seemed to get the hang of driving on the wrong side of the road quite easily, what was it like driving the first time or two when you got back home?
@@65Adventures It took some time to adjust back! Mainly the blinker/windshield functions hahah they're on the opposite sides!
Lake Taupo is the caldera of a super volcano like Yellowstone. And here is something else to contemplate, the New Zealand volcanic field is part of The Pacific Ring of Fire and so are the volcanoes on The West Coast of America like Mount St. Helens so you have travelled half way around the world but you are still on the same global geographical feature.
That is really awesome! Thank you for sharing!
Another awesome adventure. So pretty. Keep having a great time.
Thank you, Gayle!!
Great video! I love how Owen is putting in his perspectives too. I like seeing him being apart of your vids.
Those mineral pools were gorgeous. That lime green one was insane.
We have made progress with him showing his face hahah I like it, too ;)
I've always wanted to go there! That's food looks delicious! Thanks for sharing!
I always have to show the food. 😀
Great video! That Trout comment, 😂🤣.
Hahah I should have left that man!
Its a nice walk around, the weather was nice and cool. They were amazing. Have fun tomorrow!
Thank you so much!
New subscriber and greetings guys ! Thank you for sharing your journey .. Sending you all the joy in NZ !
Hi Paul!! Thank you. 😄😄
you film amazing vids thanks
Oh thank you so much!! 💜
I would love to live there!
It would be awesome!
Nice video...looks like fun..!!!
Thanks, Jimbo!
Your pronunciations are pretty on point. Well done. I love the central North Island.
Oh thank you, Sarah!! And I absolutely loved it. I want my own farm. 😂
You did well to avoid that nasty round-about situation Jen. Yes we do have idiots out there. There are a lot of bends in our roads and that causes impatience and frustration. Take care out there. Lovin the videos 👌👌
Oh I bet! And thank you so so much!!
Oh, I saw your reply to Ken.
Thank God, as soon as I saw the news this morning I was worried
Thank you very much for being concerned about me and checking in!!
So amazing! ❤️
Not sure why you didn't see the Huka Falls. It is a real fall and quite impressive. The river views you saw were bit further up river. No comment about the thermal fragrance except that I refuse to take my visitors there! They have to go when I'm busy. It's sad that we no longer have many free camping places and that some people are refusing to pay DoC's fees at their campsites. Oh the first world problems we have! Unfortunately freedom campsites have been abused by a few campers (probably related to the driver who caused the accident in Taupo) and closed off. Taupo pronunciation sounds like toe-paw. You're doing well with Maori place names. I'm loving sharing your travels. Your videos are great and thanks for taking the time to do all that editing.
We are so silly and missed the falls hahaha but thank you so much for watching and coming along our journey with us!! And we were definitely saying Taupo wrong lol (oops)
So you didn't cross any cats on day 5 of your NZ trip? I loved how you just randomly came across them on days 1-4 haha they were so chill
Hahah I guess not!
I hope you haven't been affected by that volcanic eruption that has caused people to go missing.
Thank you for checking, Ken! I am doing well.
Would have been funny if Owen fell into the water when he was fishing.
I wouldn't be surprised haha
Welcome to NZ, I bet that cheese and chorizo tasted good though.
Thank you, Kevin!!
Such a beautiful place. What a great adventure. I'm guessing Owen caught a Trout and gave it to you, so you decided not to leave him there ;)
Hahahaah exactly!!
What was the name of the song that was playing when you were heading out of Taupo? I so would have wandered up to that horse for pats lol
I think it was Gold by Kiiara (or something like that lol)
@@JenniferMabus it was the 2nd song I was after, but after some crafty googling I found it lol. Run Run Run by Junge Junge was the song. Had a chill beat to it, perfect for cruising in the car/van lol
Sorry you guys has that scary experience on the road. Generally New Zealand drivers are pretty good, but as in all countries you get you ffff a-holes who ruin it for others. Rotorua is so beautiful, one can forgive the farty smells. I am so pleased you are enjoying yourselves And horses too! You are truly spoiled!!!
Your drivers still impressed me!! And thank you so so much. We had a blast!!
The food at the pig and whistle looked awesome
Rotorua is nicknamed sometimes as Rotten-rua
You are so right everything is so expensive here it’s why a lot holiday overseas
Yep sounds like kiwi drivers alright
Hula falls does have a fall but it’s at the end of the channel
Tonga-re-ro
Yep shoulda left Owen here that way you get to come back
I can’t believe we missed the falls! We were quite confused haha but thanks for all the tips! I love them. Keep them coming.
The Bog of Eternal Stench .... Eeeeewwww
Hahaha exactly!! My hair definitely didn’t let go of the smell right away.
actually after a while one stops smelling it.
Are you ok...I just saw 4 Americans died in NZ at a volcano...hoping yur back safe !!
I am ok, thank you for checking Jimbo! It is so sad what happened.
@@JenniferMabus Terrible...the entire family....stay safe you two...!!
Please update soon so we know you're OK
The Huka Falls are further down the stream.
I realized that days later. 😂😂
So funny that all the other vans are white. One of these things is not like the others..
Yes officers there is some partying going on. “Which van is.. oh never mind”
I swear it’s just a trout!!
HAHAH we were so shady looking!
Tell us you’re OK
I am safe, Brad. Thank you for checking up on me!
#TeamStarburst 🤪
#teamerik
@@JenniferMabus 😁🙏
Proud you chose to visit NZ, slightly nervous you wont like bits.
Kinda like many kiwis. We are a bit funny like that.
I'll link another wee silent taranaki bush walk video.
Well its 20 mins. Just, you know, if ya feel like another little walk on Mt Taranaki.
ruclips.net/video/BdkZWRLYMh4/видео.html
It’s saved! Can’t wait to watch all about the enchanted trees. 😍
Alright! Theres no talking, half my videos are just silent. Truely amazing section of the mountain, the section called the Enchanted Forest is listed in some websites that do, top 10 etc, magical/mysterious/forests in the world. Search, Enchanted Forest, Mt Taranaki to read about it. One part is called, Goblin Forest from memory. The waterfall you saw in that other video is in the same landscape.
You would have seen Mt Taranaki from the Tongariro walk if the weather was clear.
Maybe I will find out in your next video!
👍
Great video, will visit soon to make video for my RUclips channel.like it
I don’t think we’re better drivers or worse drivers...I lived in America and they are equally dreadful. Tongariro is my home district. You could have stayed on the marae if you told us you were coming through.
Hi Captain!! Does that mean if I come back the offer is still on the table!?
Yup