Emily, Matt...I hear there is a really good fish and chipper in Auckland....also in Auckland is a very good mate of mine,one Marshal Cook...give him a ring I'm sure he'd give you a great welcome...you'll have to look up his number in the book as I can't find it amongst my tidy little archives....keep taking the medecine....love from me and Han

Emily, Matt...I hear there is a really good fish and chipper in Auckland....also in Auckland is a very good mate of mine,one Marshal Cook...give him a ring I'm sure he'd give you a great welcome...you'll have to look up his number in the book as I can't find it amongst my tidy little archives....keep taking the medecine....love from me and Han

Hiya, so your time in South America has come to an end, what a shame, we have loved reading all about it. Must be honest I feel a little scared at the prospect; we've left the safety of English speaking NZ and Oz and fly to Mexico to start our 3 months tour on the 1st April ( I would say the unknown but through your blog I feel I know it better!). Good omen though Emily, mum tells me I bought the same rucksack as you!! I can just hear Marc chuckle now!

We've got 6 weeks in the States to enjoy first though. Will enjoy all the hot running water while I can!

Hope you enjoy some great adventures in NZ. We travelled in a camper van around both islands. I know you've made your plans already I just hope they include Fox Glacier and Abel Tasmin, 2 of the many places that made our trip. We loved NZ. The only thing we didn't manage to do was black water rafting as we ran out of time, everyone I have spoken to who did it raves about it.

So lots of love, stay safe and happy travelling xxx

What an adventure ... fantastic scenery; the desert almost looks like it has been swept it is so flat ... good luck for NZ ... love to you both xx

Hullo both. Good job you can both ride! Wonderful pictures - I am really enjoying your adventures from the safety of my chair! Take care. Love B.

Hi Everyone! Thanks for all your messages...really enjoy reading them. Keep them coming!! x x

Dear Dearest and the Far,Glad you guys are having fun but Dear, we're still waiting for the photo of you, a beer and the locals.....If you fancy any homework to keep you busy whilst you're there let us know. There'll always be a break out there for you...Love the Pos Con heroes x

Just read Roger's message...bit below the belt...the fish and chips for lunch...even made me here in amsterdam slightly envious...still taking mAX TO BEACH..well you're entitleed to spoil yourself...hope things still going well...

Good to see latest photos and that you look fit and well. Must be all that trekking up mountains and to the local take-aways. Good to see that the Scarpas are looking worn! Have Max with us today and we are off to the beach with bucket and spade. Warm here today but probably not as warm as where you are. may have fish and chips for lunch mmmmmm!!

Hi Matt and Emily!

Can't believe you've actually experienced an earthquake! Nightmare! Brill photos!

keep safe, all my love x x x x

Hi emily and matt you seem to be having a great time, keep well lol emma simon and hannah

Hi Emily Hi Matt, looking forward to your message "wish you were here!'"...looks great....keep well...keep walking...all my love