Chris Hartman is taking a year off from full-time work to do some traveling. First on the agenda: a month-long trip to New Zealand and the Big Island of Hawaii. Joining him: Helen O'Flannel, software developer, wool enthusiast.
Why New Zealand? Lord of the Rings, wool and wool-related industries, relatively safe location should a thermonuclear war happen to break out.
Why Hawaii? Warmer weather, snorkeling, Mauna Kea observatory, Hapuna Beach, shave ice, Kona coffee.