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House sitting in Australia is full of surprises. This stunning carpet python came visiting for the day, then moved on to his next location..... #housesittingadventures #brisbanelife #carpetpython (at Brisbane, Queenland, Australia) https://www.instagram.com/p/CoCWUhrLQPE/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

We had lunch cooked for us by a Berber, who spends most his life in the Sahara Desert. Great food and entertaining stories.. . #saharadesert #Sahara #desertlife #berber #roadtripmorocco #moroccoroadtrip #lunchinthedesert (at Merzouga Desert Morocco) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClMegGircG4/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Massive sand dune in tbe Sahara Desert. Can you see the two camels and their riders? Climb that dune for great sunrise and sunset views. . #saharadesert #Sahara #Desert #merzouga #camels (at Merzouga Desert Morocco) https://www.instagram.com/p/ClJxk3Kr1s-/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

The blue city of Chefchaouen located in the Rif Mountains of northwest Morocco. The town was built in the early 1400s and most buildings are blue and white. Apparently Jews who moved here during WW2 started painting buildings blue to remind them of the sky and god and heaven. Not sure why they just didn't look up. The sky is always blue here 💙 It is a lovely place to wander around, lots of lanes and alleys, pedestrian only, so quite relaxing. . #chefchaouen💙 #thebluecity #moroccoroadtrip #roadtripmorocco #visitmorocco (at Chefchaouen the Blue City شفشاون المدينة الزرقاء) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ck7rfClrMPD/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

We got asked if it was tough sleeping in a tent in the Sahara Desert. Actually, it was very pleasant, more like a hotel room covered by canvas 😁. The bed was the most comfortable we have slept in for some time, and the pillows were perfect. . #merzouga #moroccotrip #saharadesert #merzougaluxurycamp #moroccoroadtrip (at Merzouga Desert Morocco) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckv7wIOrn7e/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

We have been staying in a tent in the Sahara Desert. Amazing sandscapes and camels. #merzouga #Sahara #saharadesert #camels #sandscape (at Merzouga Desert Morocco) https://www.instagram.com/p/CktnFiprR0F/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

We drove more than 400km from Marrakesh over the Atlas Mountains to Tingher with a stop-off in Aït Benhaddou. We were surprised with the lack of traffic after the hustle and bustle of Marrakesh, so a pleasant 9-hour journey. Aït Benhaddou is an example of Moroccan earthen clay architecture and the UNESCO site has been fortified since the 11th century. The village has appeared in loads of movies and TV including Gladiator, Jewel of the Nile, The Mummy, The Living Daylights and Game of Thrones ...... Into the Sahara desert tomorrow for 2 nights. (at Aît Ben Haddou - Marocco) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckodo6WrS5P/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

We are loving wandering the Medina and souks of Marrakesh, so many interesting stalls. It is great to wander with no particular direction, get lost, get found, get lost again, and all the time admiring the wares. Now, if only we had a home to put some of these things into. Oh, well, at least we have the photos and memories. . #marrakeshtravel #marrakeshmedina #moroccotrip #moroccotourism #visitmorocco (at Marrakech) https://www.instagram.com/p/Ckk2MgHrqHl/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

It's hard to concentrate on writing when the view from our Airbnb is this! We are in the Dolomites of Italy for a week, hoping for more stunning views. #longostagno #dolomitesitaly #italyroadtrip #trentinotravel (at Longostagno, Trentino-Alto Adige, Italy) https://www.instagram.com/p/CiqJJXMrBxB/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

Silvereye in our Magnolia tree. These are such cute little birds who love eating apples in our coconut feeder. (at Palmerston North, New Zealand) https://www.instagram.com/p/CEBAtc3ns4v/?igshid=16ife38zjytkp

Sharing the love from our trip to Xitang, China. We hope everyone is keeping well. We will be based in Palmerston North, New Zealand for ...., well we don't know for how long. Maura has picked up a job as Commercial Business Manager using her accountant degree. So our travel will be to places in New Zealand for the foreseeable future. (at Xitang, China) https://www.instagram.com/p/CCDEoM0Hvey/?igshid=1ajnsl4deke1w

We just had our first break away from our new home since March 21st when we arrived back in New Zealand. We went to stay with our friend Nic at Raumayi Beach. The beach is lovely with views of Kapiti Island (pic 1) a nature reserve full of New Zealand wildlife. We lived the walks along the beach with Nic's friend Alex (pic 2), blue skies on a winter day. (at Raumati South Beach) https://www.instagram.com/p/CBZ13-9nd4K/?igshid=w73dkvbh2uy

Congratulations New Zealand. No new Covid-19 cases for over 2 weeks, and 0 cases being treated. It goes to show what quick action, clear and consistent messages from leadership, and a community willing to make sacrifices can do. We have moved to the lowest level Covid Alert and New Zealand is totally open internally, but our borders will remain tight for some time. We are very proud to be Kiwis and so happy we ended up being home by accident during these crazy times. We know that this isn't the end and we must still be vigilant, but for now we can celebrate our achievement. We hope you can join us soon. Stay well everyone 💕 (at New Zealand) https://www.instagram.com/p/CBKg2QFnUOj/?igshid=mkyj7vtsctq2

Herstmonceux Castle is not far from yesterday's castle pic. We went here early in the morning, hence the foggy scene. Check out pic 4 to see us in period dress 🤴👸 The 15th century moated castle sits in 300 acres of woods and gardens. We somehow missed paying the entry fee as we drove in the servants entrance, oops we will pay double next time ☺ (at Herstmonceux Castle) https://www.instagram.com/p/CA7MLaqHEB9/?igshid=1h1gn7wep7wvi

Bodum Castle was one of our favorite castles in Sussex. It's a 14th century structure surrounded by a wide moat. Pic from Aug 2016 (at Bodiam Castle) https://www.instagram.com/p/CA4dhs5HpVZ/?igshid=1nloirc09204p

In 2016 we spent 3 months in Sussex, Devon and Dorset on the south coast of England. One of the highlights was a day at the Seven Sisters. These are  a series of chalk cliffs rising up to 500 feet high. (at Seven Sisters Cliffs) https://www.instagram.com/p/CA1qrQ3HN4Z/?igshid=h5ciyks4bh1t