Sunday, November 6, 2011

EB and Brian Visit New Caledonia

EB and Brian
Eric’s oldest daughter, Elizabeth (EB), and her husband, Brian, came to New Caledonia for a three week visit. We spent most of the time exploring the bays and islands south of Noumea where we discovered the red clay mountains of Prony Bay, the natural lagoon at Oro Bay and a mountain hike to beautiful vistas at Iles de Pins. Brian enjoyed ocean kayaking, tried his hand at fishing (with no luck), took a turn at sailing, saw a shark while snorkeling and climbed mountains for spectacular views. EB, being six months pregnant, stuffed herself into a wetsuit for snorkeling, was a trooper on hikes and still beat up on her little brother. Back in Noumea, we visited the Tjibou Cultural Center, the Noumea Aquarium and the New Caledonia museum.  The time flew by as it always does when you’re having fun! Here are some photos from our time together!