The pictures continue…..
Waiting for the big ones
Maybe the next one
This water is cool
Stiff winds blowing the tips of the waves
Every fifth wave was big
One surfer got lucky
Deep swells
Most were wearing wet suits
A surfer’s dream
Catching a wave
Stay away from the rocks
Moturiki, the small island
Strong wind today
Mt. Maunganui
Gentle surf on the other side
How did he get there?
Scenic
Miles of beach front
Tide was coming in
Dangerous rocks
A reserve
Pretty as a picture
Lifeguards posting rip tide warnings
Danger rips!
Safer on the sandy beach
Well guarded
A TV crew filming
Grassy knolls
Monument to all of the armed services
Monument
Very cloudy skies
It may rain later
Little island
Look who we found…..Barb and friends
Rough surf on this side
A home with a big window
This is the view they see
Usually, we walk on the lower trail
Not today
Lifeguards always ready to move
A UV meter – 4 is a low measure, but use sunscreen
Gull enjoys the volleyball game
Shops and cafes across the road
Lunch
Do they have a table?
We chose Heineken
Cocktails were pricey
Ready to order
Oh, that’s good
Do they have pizza?
You bet they do
Fries too
Margherita pizza
We shared it
Leaving a little room for dessert
What are brandy snaps?
Brandy snaps – too pretty to eat
But someone has to do it
Beverage choices
Very crispy cookie with cream inside
Where’s the hokey pokey?
Waffle irons for cone-making
The walk back
Tall Norfolk pines
Oh no, did we do that?
Practice
Watchers of the race
Family picnics
Ship in the distance
Heading towards downtown
Donkeys and pony at the craft market
Tents set up in Tauranga Domain
Vintage boxes
All of the treasures were being packed up
Closing for the afternoon
Good spot for a craft market
Smoked garlic and spiced sea salt
Pond with ducks
Reminds us of home
We have 4 ducks as pets
Waterfall
Burger King
Artist’s corner
The Rabbit Hole Café and Bar
Convenient ride around town
