Great Barrier Island is a remote, tranquil and untouched paradise 90km north east of Auckland. Located at the edge of the Hauraki Gulf, Great Barrier Island is the most amazing place I have ever seen.

This is the place where the Tasman Sea and the Pacific Ocean crash into each other.

The largest city in New Zealand, Auckland is a vibrant cosmopolitan city nestled in the wilderness.

Manly Beach is a beautiful half hour ferry ride from Sydney. It's a small town that seems to thrive primarily on tourist dollars. The beach culture is strong here. Lots of surfers were out the day I was there despite the imminent storm.

Australia's Capital. Beautiful city with some amazing glass facilities. The black swans are captivating.

Here are a few more pictures from Sydney. Several of these shots are from a part of the city called "The Rocks". It is the oldest part of the city and has an amazing atmosphere.

What an amazing city. Beautiful people, weather, and architecture. This is a stop I will never forget and a city I will surely long to return to.

Stopped in San Francisco on my way overseas. Not only was this a great way to break up my flights into more manageable chunks, but it also gave me the opportunity to catch up with old friends and spend a bit of time saying goodbye to some family. Furthermore I got some great shots of the Bay Area & Point Rayes.