Dad does Slope point and Curio Bay – just about!

IMG_8672I mean JUST because it was incredibly windy here today. I would say it was easily 70kmph+, almost knock you off your feet strength windy! We have been trying to get the right weather to go to curio bay and slope point (the most southerly land mass on South island – not the sight at Bluff like most people think) and the forecast said it would be OK after 12 noon. They lied!! It was a howling gale, making the waves and spray off the sea simply huge. Still, the weather doesn’t stop and Englishman, so off we went.  Continue reading “Dad does Slope point and Curio Bay – just about!”

Curio bay: Catlins forest park

 

Champagne and coffee for breakfast!
Champagne and coffee for breakfast!

I was lucky enough to be whisked away by Mark, as a wedding anniversary present, and a welcome home (again!) present On Friday. I had previously driven through the Catlins on my way back from collecting the Visa from Dunedin, but it really was just a drive through. This time I got to stay and appreciate the sheer, untouched beauty.

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