WEEK 2: Water, Water, Everywhere
DAY 4: Spectacular, Spectacular
Arguably, one of the most dramatic and spectacular (beautiful) places to visit in New Zealand is Milford Sound. It has been referred to as the ‘eighth wonder of the world.’ It is a beautiful fiord (steep valley) that was formed when big pieces of ice (glaciers) melted. The melted glaciers created a beautiful river that is surrounded by dramatic cliffs and snow-capped mountains. People who visit Milford Sound are able to take a boat cruise through the middle of the fiord, walk around the area on the Milford Track or fly above the fiord as part of a private helicopter tour.
Let’s imagine that you had the chance to visit Milford Sound by boat, foot (walking) or air (helicopter). Which option would you prefer?
On your blog tell us which of the three options you would take to explore Milford Sound. Be sure to tell us why you have chosen this option.
- Foot
- Kayaking
- Helicopter
So option 1, I would like to go explore Milford Sound by foot because its good exercise and the view would be nice. Next option 2, I would like to go Kayaking to explore Milford Sound because you get to see amazing things while kayaking like fishes and the water is clear. Lastly, for option 3, I would like to go on a helicopter to explore Milford Sound because there is an amazing view you can see and you get to experience riding a helicopter.
Activity 2: It’s All in the Name [4 points]
Over the years, people have suggested that we come up with a new name for the pool. What do you think we should call it? Take a minute to let your creative juices flow. Rotorua is one of New Zealand’s most popular tourist destinations. It is a city filled with incredible forests, mountain biking tracks, lakes, and geothermal wonders, including hot springs (geysers) and mud pools. One of the most famous geothermal pools is called the Devil’s Bath at Wai-o-Tapu Thermal Wonderland. It is a neon green pool of stinky water.
On your blog, give us a list of three to five options for the name of this geothermal pool. Put a star (*) beside the name that you like the most.
- Puke Pool (Not to be mean)
- Pool Green Neon (Backwards, Neon Green Pool)
- Radioactive Pool *
- Slime Bathe
- Veggie Pool
Well again that is it, I hope you have a great day and stay tuned for more!
Kumusta Lyan!
ReplyDeleteThose are some great reasons for wanting to explore Milford Sound by foot. Have you been before? I was there a few years ago and did one of the boat cruises. It was so beautiful. I definitely recommend it if you haven't already been.
You've come up with some great alternative names for Devil's Bath, Lyan. I particularly like Slime Pool. Without even seeing a photo I'd be able to picture the pool in my mind from hearing it's name. Have you seen a geothermal pool before? Up north (where I'm from) there's a place called Ngawha Springs which has geothermal pools. They're more a muddy brown colour than green but they're lovely and warm.
Keep up the great blogging, Lyan.
Talk soon,
Mikey :)