By Emilia S., Environmental Studies, Australia & New Zealand Have low expectations. When you barely expect anything of your trip, you may just find that you'll be pleasantly surprised. Of course, easier said than done, with the availability of information… More
In Polynesian mythology, Maui is a powerful, intelligent demigod. He's featured in some of the most important Maori myths, and his resume includes snaring the sun out of the sky and taming fire. Perhaps the most well known story is of Maui hauling the… More
By Emilia S., Environmental Studies, Australia & New Zealand Part I: The Personal Lesson “Never say never.” -Love, Mom & my wise teachers. “Never say never” was a quote I frequently heard when I was growing up. Whether it was from my mother, or a wise… More
On day four of the Heaphy, the track plopped us off at a beach about 20 minutes outside of Karamea, a tiny town with one hostel and no cellphone service where we'd meet up with Bri. Riz and I sat in the beach shelter, exhausted, eaten alive by sand flies… More
My oh my! How busy the days have been! All of my frequent travels with friends and family have commandeered my every moment, but it has been well worth it. School work has even begun to pick up speed! Who would have thought, having to do projects and… More