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Highlights from Hawai’i at Hilo

January 12, 2024March 1, 2024 Waikato Global Experiences

As of the 21st of December, I have been back home in Aotearoa New Zealand. The nine-hour flight crossing the international date line, from Honolulu to Auckland airport, provided me with ample time to process the sadness of leaving, and the excitement of returning home, as well as to watch many many movies. With my exchange now over, I have friends scattered all over the United States, and a sense of fulfilment that I was able to fully experience and enjoy my “solo adventure”. Continue reading Highlights from Hawai’i at Hilo

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Last weeks in Hawaii

December 13, 2023March 1, 2024 Waikato Global Experiences

The past few weeks have been a bit of a whirlwind. From Thanksgiving break over the 23rd-26th November, and now the last week of classes, aptly dubbed “hell week”, and then finals week next week, life has been pretty busy. Continue reading Last weeks in Hawaii

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Scuba Qualified in Hawai’i!

November 14, 2023March 1, 2024 Waikato Global Experiences

Getting your PADI open water scuba qualification is an exciting enough achievement on its own, but getting to complete this qualification on the big island of Hawai’i is all the more delightful! Continue reading Scuba Qualified in Hawai’i!

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A Kiwi Ambassador

November 3, 2023March 1, 2024 Waikato Global Experiences

Aria has spent some time being an ambassador for New Zealand at the University of Hilo, Hawai’i. Continue reading A Kiwi Ambassador

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The most wonderful place for adventure

October 15, 2023March 1, 2024 Waikato Global Experiences

Hawai’i is an amazing place for outdoor adventures. Swim at lava rock beaches, dive into freshwater waterfalls, visit a volcanic national park, and more! Continue reading The most wonderful place for adventure

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A day in the life at Hilo

October 10, 2023March 11, 2024 Waikato Global Experiences

The days are long here in Hilo, Hawai’i. With the sun rising around 6:00am and setting around 6:30-7:00 pm there’s a good 12 hours of daylight to soak up and enjoy. Continue reading A day in the life at Hilo

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Fauna & Frogs

October 5, 2023March 11, 2024 Waikato Global Experiences

Hawaii’s natural fauna is interesting and unique and ranges from tropical birds, seals, and marine mammals, to geckos, and various invertebrates. The islands are a hotspot for biodiversity for terrestrial, aquatic, marine, and aerial species. Continue reading Fauna & Frogs

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First weeks at Hilo

September 25, 2023March 11, 2024 Waikato Global Experiences

It’s been two weeks since I landed in the beautiful Hilo, Hawai’i, and I can happily say I’m starting to get settled in. Continue reading First weeks at Hilo

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Aria’s first solo adventure in Hawai’i!

September 19, 2023March 11, 2024 Waikato Global Experiences

My name is Aria Kerebs and I am a 20 year old girl from the little rural village of Puriri, outside of Thames. I am currently in my third and final year of a Bachelor of Science majoring in Ecology and Biodiversity and am set to complete my last semester at the University of Hawaii at Hilo! Continue reading Aria’s first solo adventure in Hawai’i!