Life In New Zealand After Managed Isolation...

[@stuchatterton6550]

You chose to self-isolate when you could have chosen otherwise. That in itself makes you Kiwi (if you weren't already). welcome home :)

[@mra6308]

Exactly! These two have been much better than the Australians coming back home

[@staceycoe76]

So true!

[@fannytail3960]

Good Nzers😊

[@mra6308]

@@janefamily Go live in America if you think like that

[@janefamily]

@@mra6308 typically debate strategy of the well indoctrinated. Attack the messenger because you can’t attack the message. There is no medical pandemic anywhere in the world. It’s the flu with a hyped up response from governments helped along by the media. The survival rate is the same as the winter flu and the deaths are the same deaths that occur each year. The PCR test is not fit for purpose and is knowingly being used to create a ‘casedemic’ to have people like you living in fear so you will accept government dictates that you would not have accepted if you were not scared. Good luck to you and yours, but there is a shit storm coming.

[@DanniBelleNZ]

Love that you intend to pronounce maori words properly when so many people here don’t even bother! So thankyou ☺️

[@AlexanderAyling]

Of course Danielle. 🙏🏼

[@liammccartan7258]

Hey bro it's cool that you want to use the Te Reo pronunciation - we are all trying to make a collective effort atm to also do the same Just FYI how you're saying it is a little bit off. Au in Te Reo is an OE sound and the Ō is like a AW. So Taupō is like Toe-Paw. Just double-check with any Kiwis you meet. Funnily enough, generally the younger Kiwis are better at pronouncing as they study it at primary school now.

[@Sonic_Turtle]

@@liammccartan7258 thank you for mentioning it is was really bugging me. But appreciate the effort nonetheless.

[@speechy_keen4878]

It’s probably an accent thing... so it might be easier with an American accent to say toe-pour ... just without the r 🤷🏽‍♀️

[@musicmad67]

@@liammccartan7258 Yep, you nailed it 😁

[@moiratukuitonga9403]

Thank you for doing the Right Thing 👍 and keeping us safe 🇳🇿

[@AlexanderAyling]

Of course! :)

[@flakes1972]

Really appreciate you guys taking Covid so seriously and giving yourselves another week in isolation just to be sure. Welcome home, guys!

[@PCgonemad-ih9pr]

Trust me it's the Greatest organized Caos in History!!

[@16Sarahxox]

Just letting y’all know that I just subscribed to this channel simply because of how you went into another week of isolation just in case. Thank you. Most people aren’t careful and don’t care, but because you did that, it would have made a difference and NZ thanks you for that! Also, your videos are great and welcome to NZ!

[@AlexanderAyling]

🙏🏼 of course Sarah. Thank you

[@ETBpremium]

Pretty sure that’s an apricot, not a peach.

[@AlexanderAyling]

LOL you may be right

[@mjr320]

yep definitely an apricot

[@jacintabyline]

Yes - clearly an apricot. Are apricots not common in the US?

[@geecee1288]

I thought that too, but hey

[@mrpaisleyshirt]

Dammit!, that was gonna be my comment.

[@AllEclectic]

Mad respect for self isolating another 7 days. Thanks for protecting our communities. Enjoy your time, hope you get a nice place to settle in too

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Rachel. Much appreciated 🙏🏼

[@gbw28]

Stunning cinematography, New Zealand tourism should pay you!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Haha. Thank you 🙏🏼

[@helen12658]

funnily enough i thought exactly the same thing

[@chrishellize]

We REALLY dont like to advertise it, but here in Tirau/Putaruru (about an hour and a half north of Taupo) we have the Blue Springs walk. You will both love it!! The trail runs along the river which is so blue and clear it defies description. Ive only recently discovered your channel and Im enjoying your sincere and genuine affection and interest in NZ :) All the best, I'll keep watching your journey. Welcome home :D

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Chris!! I’ll have to check it out but if I do don’t worry I won’t let the world know exactly where we are haha

[@menufrog]

As an Aussie, I take full credit for all of New Zealand's accomplishments thus far! ☺️

[@nathanbombardo]

oh how kind

[@menufrog]

Fun fact: Jacinda Adern is an Aussie 😋

[@nathanbombardo]

@@menufrog na you're joking right?

[@menufrog]

@@nathanbombardo lol, what gave me away?

[@menufrog]

Cindy and I went to school together at Beerorbong Creek H.S.

[@gmoo84]

Thanks for all your positivity and attentiveness re isolating for an extra week and using the app. We really appreciate it! Tēnā koe!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Of course! Just want to be totally sure. Feels so good to be back down here

[@tiamaria4797]

Thank you for caring and welcome back!!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Of course. Thanks for watching 🙏🏼

[@RobinCapper]

Great to see you out and about. Thought your comment on visiting the mall telling, a reminder what a fortunate position we have in NZ. My concern is complacency some have for something so easily lost.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Yeah definitely worth staying vigilant

[@obadguy2468]

Dude. Your editing, charisma and ability to make us feel what you feel every time you talk is incredible. Makes me want to check out every video

[@AlexanderAyling]

Cheers dude! I appreciate that. Feel free to watch em all! More on the way

[@gemmathompson13able]

Welcome home!! Taupo (toe-paw)

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Gemma 🙏🏼

[@anitaz4961]

Points for trying lol, but not quite there yet.

[@RoyalHemlock]

This instruction is almost useless because Americans pronounce the a sound in paw differently. They do it with a more open mouth so it so it sounds more like awe. We have a more closed mouth so it sounds like ore. A better instruction would be to tell them to say toe-pore

[@classicjonesy]

I thought it was Toe Poor is how I pronounce it

[@michaelheliotis5279]

​@@classicjonesy It's Toe-paw if you say the word 'paw' with a NZ accent, just as it's also Toe-poor, because 'paw' and 'poor' are homonyms with a NZ accent. Unfortunately, Alex has an American accent, which means that neither the way he says 'paw' or 'poor' are the proper pronunciation. If one doesn't pronounce the letter R, then the word 'poor' will indeed be the closest approximation.

[@sheilaeagy3913]

Hi Alex. I have been watching for your new video. So glad I found Carry and found you through her. Love you both. Excited for your fur baby to be United. I keep watching for that video. I don’t want to miss a video from you or Carry. Faithful subscriber from now on. I have been talking to my daughter about moving there lol. Never been out of the country in my life BUT I want to go there. You and Carry are living my dream. I just turned 61 and look at you both traveling and experiencing life to it’s fullest and I’m proud of you both. How bold and brave to actually do what I dreamed about. Bless you both. May God keep you safe and always joyful.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Aww thank you so much Sheila 🤙🏼🙏🏼

[@karinavendano3968]

Watching this after a long day of work makes me feel so relaxed!!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Aww that’s what I love to hear! Glad the video could help bring the relaxation. Wishing you all the best!

[@ptuaakatea]

Thank you for doing your part and keeping us safe aswell as you. I hope you adventure more into New Zealand. All the best, Kia Ora 🇳🇿🤙🏽

[@kadingtonmusic]

I was listening to an interview of a kiwi singer who lives in New York who just moved back to NZ. He was saying that he felt uncomfortable going grocery shopping while all the kiwis around him weren’t socially distanced and not wearing masks, reminding us just how lucky we have it here. Welcome home bro, so happy to see you and your wife back on our shores.

[@AlexanderAyling]

I can totally understand. NZ is blessed right now (and always really) but yeah it’s taking a bit to not feel the need to social distance etc

[@kytddjj]

Lucky NZ is isolated from the rest of the world.

[@Megan7088-6]

@@kytddjjNot so isolated covid still getting in.

[@erinloo8921]

Why wear masks..they are very unhealthy.think for yourselves.

[@drunkpeopleareviolentandan4893]

@@erinloo8921 And drinking alcohol and smoking is VERY unhealthy, but your not worried ??

[@allyrogers4736]

Welcome home Alex and Carrie, thank you for doing the right thing and showing that you are also part of the team of 5 million. it's fantastic that you are using the correct pronunciation of words in te reo Maori, don't worry if it's not always perfect we are all at different stages of our learning.. Keep up the good work, You are great ambassadors for Aotearoa NZ, safe and happy travels around our beautiful little country xx

[@charlottefellingham7608]

As a New Zealander, I am beyond proud of you both! The pronunciation of Taupō is amazing, and your explanation of why you will be pronouncing it correctly is 👌🏽 this video made me even more proud to be a Kiwi, and helped me realise that I need to explore my own country more!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Aww Charlotte this makes me feel so happy 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@charlottefellingham7608]

@@AlexanderAyling found you from your isolation video. You’ve made a great choice to come to New Zealand! I hope you enjoy Hawkes Bay when you venture that way - I love calling it home

[@Viagra_risk_PERMANENT_insomnia]

@@charlottefellingham7608 A Pryda ''Wall Truss Brace'' is cheap, and will prevent your house falling over in an earthquake.

[@bhanani5480]

Ae Alex, you hit the nail on the head with your tangled fishing line, don't stress over the knots, we can soooo apply that to life especially right now. Awesome that you guys are enjoying the kiwi life and exploring our backyard. Safe travels to Lanka and can't wait to see yr future vids!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you! Yeah lots of life metaphors with fishing eh?

[@watscrackalacking]

This video reflects my mood when ever I go back home to NZ...just filled with peace, like everything is going to be ok 😊

[@AlexanderAyling]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@erinloo8921]

Why

[@watscrackalacking]

@@erinloo8921 because I said so

[@kiwirose2018]

You really capture nz so well the sounds of the Bush, the peace and quiet, the stillness and beauty. Well done.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you 🙏🏼- Aotearoa is magic

[@datractor]

Beautifully shot, not gonna lie, had a tear roll down my cheek. We are so blessed to live here, welcome home bro

[@user-Kiwi49]

Thank you for doing the right thing instead of the easy thing. Welcome home Alex.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Cheers

[@JenJen-bp3bb]

Stunning Alex, love following along with you and Carrie. It really struck me the anxiety you both felt at the mall, it never occured to me you'd feel that. But it makes total sense, we really dont understand (I dont think), how the rest of the world is paralyised by covid. You guys are so lovely.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Aww thank you Jen. Yes it’s honestly surreal at times it feels like covid doesn’t exist down here but it’s good to be vigilant and keep NZ safe. The managed isolation program and the workers at the border are doing a great job. Thanks for saying hi

[@ruaroto6412]

Alex, I really love the way you talk about New Zeland fly, arrival, quarantine, etc and now this one, I wish you the best

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks. Hope you subscribe and check out more of my NZ playlist. Lots of solid videos :)

[@annie-thesupernannie00]

Welcome home, my friend has just come out of isolation on the 4th and he also is self isolating. I can't wait to see your dog and see where you choose to call home. Happy journey guys.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Aww thank you Annette! Happy Waitangi Day!

[@marialow9919]

It’s so awesome to have you here Alex and Carrie. You’re such warm, beautiful souls and it’s lovely to see your appreciation and awe of our wee place in the world. Re pronunciation for Taupō, wonderful effort!! Try this to get the “ pō” bit right. Tow Por.... for your accent, go to say “porpoise” but only say the “po” snd stop before you hit the “r”. You even hold the “o” the same as you would if you were saying “ porpoise”.if you do that, you’ll nail it. I love that you’re saying it the Māori way. Arohanui (much love). Maria

[@maureenlowe32]

I’ve been waiting patiently for this video and to see how you are both are .I admire your decision to isolate for another 7 days after the ONE community case which occcured just after your 14 MIQ It’s good to see how much you are enjoying our country

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Maureen. 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@cch3119]

Started following you about 3 weeks before you and Kerry made the big move and have loved your journey so far. I'm from Hawkes Bay but live overseas and can't wait to return to my native land. Great effort on pronouncing Taupo the Maori way. You're already Kiwi, not only because your father is Kiwi but because you are both doing your part to keep the country safe. Knowing how Kiwis are, I'm sure they have welcomed Kerry with open arms and aroha. Nau mai, haere mai. Welcome home

[@akiart496]

My family moved here from Japan 30 years ago. After checking out all the cities in the country we settled nicely in whangarei. Beautiful place with beaches, nature and nice sized city, not so far from Auckland. Very nice place especially to bring up a family. Hopefully you will make it to the cities in the northland too. Found your channel from the isolation video, welcome home.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you!! I loved my time in Japan too, I’d like to get back and explore more of the country

[@akiart496]

@@AlexanderAyling thank you for your reply! Our family loved our life in rural Japan, but glad we can call nz our home. Hubby's family are all living in Japan, they're doing good with the pandemic over there, but honestly glad we are in nz, feeling so much safer and just love this beautiful country. Hope you find a lovely place to settle. Will be following your journey :)

[@catherinehegarty5078]

Alex, Congrats on moving to NZ & glad that You & your Fiance are settling in - I discovered the Vagabond Bros last year during Covid, love your banter between yourself & Marko , and saw one of your old vlogs back 2015 when you visited my hometown Cork/Midelton, I now live in New Jersey - I was meant to visit North Island NZ for my 50th Birthday back in Oct 2020 - I'm enjoying your vlogs, showing the beauty of the country, can't wait to travel again, and explore NZ - thank you for sharing your insight & love of nature with Us xo

[@wilsonsloan]

Haere mai! Recently discovered your channel. My wife and I moved from Tennessee to Palmerston North in December. Solidarity. I'll be watching your videos for North Island recommendations as we are busy exploring the Manawatū.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Wilson! Solidarity for sure haha. All the best 🙌🏼

[@thekiwifruitchronicles9734]

Hello! Tennessee girl living in Ashhurst/Palmerston North!

[@qtchickn615]

Thank you for being responsible and takimg the measures that will keep our communities safe. Welcome home !

[@toweroflisa]

I'm actually so excited to be following along your journey as you settle in to New Zealand!! Can't wait to see what's next! Big love your way

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you so much Lisa! We really appreciate the support!

[@souleymandz5153]

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[@Mirthful-vj7ux]

I'm glad you both found a safe place to live. Love you both. You both have good content in your videos.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you!

[@JamesMadiganmadda]

Always been a huge lover of your content Alex and been watching all the way from Ireland since 2017 when I was in my final year of school, questioning everything. Your adventures have given me some scope and inspiration. Sending you, Carrie and every Kiwi lots of love! Looking forward to visiting NZ sometime.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you for the years of continued support James, you’re a legend. I actually love the Ireland series too, such a cool country. Thanks for sticking around

[@Wellywonder]

I love seeing NZ through fresh eyes, we really do have it so good here. Thank you for being so respectful of what we have here. I can’t wait to see where you go next!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Of course! Thank you for tuning in 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@arunachulashiva]

Wow. So gorgeous. Thanks so much for letting us enjoy NZ vicariously. I've always wanted to visit and your video makes me wish I lived there! Lucky you two. Really appreciate your sharing it with us. All the best to you in your new life.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Ana! I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos. Many more on the way!

[@Madellaaine]

You are a legend for taking it into your own hands and isolating again just in case! Genuinely so amazing!!!! Thank you for being great humans!!

[@traceylee3514]

Thank you so much for having an amazing attitude in taking an extra week's isolation and using the covid tracer app to help protect us here in NZ. Much appreciated 🙏

[@rodneypaterson7522]

I love the two of you your videos make me happy and remind me of my time there

[@AlexanderAyling]

Cheers Rodney 🙏🏼

[@drenee65]

Thank you for sharing Alex. Freezing 🥶 here in FL now and I can literally feel the warmth of New Zealand eminating through the video 🧡

[@AlexanderAyling]

Aww thank you! Glad my video can bring some warmth into your day. All the best

[@milagallardo5068]

Girl here in New York below cero 🥶🥶🥶 I want to go to FL !!

[@luisadiana2619]

Travelled to New Zealand and Australia a year ago just before COVID lockdown. One of the best experience of my life! Look forward to reliving New Zealand through your amazing videos! Enjoy the journeys and best wishes from Toronto 🇨🇦

[@Nynke_K]

The difference between that diverse old growth forest and the for production forest is really striking!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Yeah it’s amazing

[@ShawnsImagination]

So glad you guys are safe. Have a wonderful week ahead

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Shawn! Cheers dude

[@ttbko]

Hey both, glad to see you're having such a glorious time. I'm not enjoying a UK winter but no matter! It too will pass.... I was struck by how uncomfortable I felt, seeing people in this vlog not wearing masks. I forgot just how successful NZ has been at eradicating it and managing it if it should appear. Not the same nightmare that we have in the UK and you left in the US. Good luck with your research

[@elishacathcart5798]

Welcome home! I love seeing anothers point of view of New Zealand! Make sure you visit the South its a treasure waiting to be found!

[@BucketListTravellers]

Good to see you settling-in to your new life New Zealand. Such a difference seeing all those people at the mall living life free of the worries of the pandemic. I can imagine it would have been anxiety producing after so much time taking all of the precautions. Seems like a different world!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you! Yeah the mall was a trip and a half for sure

[@ishtiaqahmed1538]

Great to see Carrie and you settling in. Love your contents always. Keep up the great work. Love from Bangladesh.

[@jasonhopping5228]

Kia Ora Alex. Welcome home. Stay safe.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Jason! Much appreciated

[@bridiemcloughlin8326]

I really enjoyed this video ... It shows how beautiful we have it here. Welcome home. We're happy to be your safe haven! Also, thankyou for being so responsible re. the extra isolation you took. It means a lot! Enjoy our freedoms, you deserve it (I hope you become comfy with them soon)!! much aroha from Wellington.

[@GaiaNative]

Loving your content and it is a pleasure to welcome you both to New Zealand, Aotearoa, the land of the long white cloud. Looking forward to seeing you reunited with your lovely dog too.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Aww thank you Helen! We really appreciate the kind welcome! Lanka is going to be with us soon, stay tuned for the video :)

[@sarahmckenzie847]

Thank you guys so much for spending that extra week self-isolating to protect our community! You're the real MVPs

[@escapereallife7128]

Lovely vlog Alex...I remember the first time going to a supermarket after lock down and how freaky it was having people near me, I can just imagine how bizarre it was for you guys after being isolated etc for so long in the states. First time someone bumped into me I wanted to push them back and say "get away from me!' lol. I am so looking forward to experiencing NZ through your eyes and getting an appreciation again for what we have here in NZ. The bird sounds, the insects and the greenery. Thanks Alex and your lovely lady.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Aww thank you so much for the kind words and support. It’s been a little strange at times but we are loving it

[@beauregardfielding5477]

Hey Carrie and Alex. We are loving your diaries and have watched 6 tonight. Particularly loved the Cook Islands one as we are fans of the Cooks. You have inspired us to go to Aitutaki and soon too. Your journey is so interesting both in to your travels and lives. Thanks a million for letting us in. Take care Beau and Pax

[@BryleighM]

Welcome to New Zealand, so proud of your respect for our country and keeping us safe. Enjoy your new chapter as "Kiwis", highly recommend Taranaki for nature loving adventurers.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Of course! Thanks Bryleigh

[@arthurloibl7739]

Welcome home, kiwi born and bred here and I love this paradise, your videos remind me how great this place is......

[@tagzation217]

Been a follower since the vagabrother days. Loving the New Zealand content! Makes me want to visit someday.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you for sticking with me Gregory! Much more on the way. Cheers Dude!

[@midsb4]

Resided in Australia 14 years ago watching this makes me miss home thank you for sharing

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks for tuning in 🙏🏼

[@speechy_keen4878]

Thanks for reminding me how beautiful our country is and how lucky we are to live here 🥰 Ngā mihi aroha, kōrua💕

[@AlexanderAyling]

🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@ensleyelizabeth6770]

Thanks Alex for your video! It is going to help me for when I move to New Zealand in a few months.

[@kristinbaker5437]

I'm new to your channel, and so excited to follow your adventures in New Zealand. I'm a huge Lord of the Rings fan, and have been fascinated with NZ since the movies came out in 2001. What a breathtaking country!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks for joining the journey Kristin! I'm also a big LOTR fan so stay tuned, I may have to make my way over to the Shire for a video!

[@northwestkiwi7742]

@@AlexanderAyling Try to get onto the first tour of the day so that you can get pics of the Shire sets without people in them. :) Also, the gingerbeer they give you at The Green Dragon is wicked-good.

[@victoria106a]

I've just watched both of your NZ videos and I have quickly subscribed. You and your partner seem very authentic, and your videos are beautifully made. Thank you showing off New Zealand's beauty and embracing our culture ☀ Welcome!

[@nardwalker219]

The Man.... welcome home my bro..... good to see you back in Aotearoa/New Zealand..... love your content...... much love and were blessed you've made it home bro...... churrrrrr.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Aww thank you bro! Much appreciated 🙏🏼

[@karina.silva88]

Awesome video! Loves the nature pauses. Inspirational really. Glad yall are doing well!

[@shayparanihi]

Kia ora! And welcome back to Aotearoa 😍. Appreciative of you trying to pronounce our place names correctly ❤ safe travels and hope you both settle in well and find a place you love!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Shay 🙏🏼

[@chrisharris1522]

exactly, not sure why people are being so critical the fact that he is trying is enough and after a couple of weeks living there he will get the pronunciation down anyway, so many in our country don't even make the effort which is sad

[@sheilagarcia4599]

It’s always a pleasant evening when I get to sit down and watch the both of you here on YT! Greetings from your long time subscriber out here in NorCal! I’m happy to see you all settling in! Best of luck on your long to do list❤️ I can imagine how stressful that can me. I moved from SoCal to NorCal completely by myself and let me tell you, that was so overwhelming but rewarding ☺️ love you both!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Awww thank you Sheila. Yeah it can be a lot but it’s worth it. NorCal is awesome

[@GrowingUpWithoutBorders]

Welcome to life without Covid! It's crazy to hear you talk about the shopping mall experience and to think the rest of the world is so far from having "normal" life...something we take for granted here in NZ.

[@Viagra_risk_PERMANENT_insomnia]

Hi there

[@katiegould620]

We don't really take it for granted we have paid greatly for this freedom team 5m worked really hard together we spent 7 weeks at home in lock down, massive job loss among other things we sacrificed thought it was worth pointing out the freedom we currently have was hard earned

[@gettingsunburndamagesyourd8398]

@@katiegould620 Sunburn damages your DNA.

[@conmac9715]

Alex, welcome! Am new to your vlog but have mashed that 'follow' button - absolutely wonderful scenery you've captured, great narrative... Stay safe and thank you!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you!!

[@moniquevelasco20]

I’m so glad you guys are out of isolation and living a new adventure in you life’s. I have dreamed of living in New Zealand for a very long time. It’s such a beautiful and magical place. Some day soon, I hope. Enjoy and good luck on your hunt for a new home.😘🤗🌼🇻🇪

[@AlexanderAyling]

Muchisimas gracias Monique 🙏🏼

[@LivingOffTheLand]

I hope you get to start another garden. I agree that it brings such joy to grow your own food. Nice to see you still out there making content and sharing your life.

[@AlexanderAyling]

We are planning on setting up a little one here but hopefully when we find our own spot we can get a proper garden going

[@simoanclarke6613]

Love this video Alex ... really gave me a calm serene vibe...I’m enjoying the journey with you ...love from Jamaica 🇯🇲

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Simoan 🙏🏼 - I love and miss Jamaica’s Natural Mystic. One love ❤️

[@craigwall775]

Thanks for all the videos they have been really informative, we start our journey to NZ from Canada in a week

[@AlexanderAyling]

Nice! Safe travels

[@FinnDelMundoTravel]

Nice one Alex! Stoked you and Carrie are here, healthy and back making videos. Looking forward to the great walk series 👌

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Finn!! Yeah hopefully we can get a few of the Great Walks in before summers over. Cheers 🍻

[@FinnDelMundoTravel]

@@AlexanderAyling that would be great!!!

[@jamestaylor6041]

Hey Alex and Carrie again welcome home guys, we really appreciate the fact you spent an extra week in insolation to be certain you were clear, thank you for diligence. Alex, your Maori pronunciation will get better lol, I hope. Guys try not to be too anxious now your out and about, you pretty damn safe, allow yourselfs to slow right down and enjoy yourselfs. If you make to Christchurch, drop a word on your posts and I would be keen to meet you both and give you a tour of our great little town, so eat fresh, walk much, breathe deep, and live well.

[@susanhammond2724]

Welcome back to NZ. Have been really enjoying your videos. I bet you are counting the days until you are both able to be reunited with Lanka. Watching your channel make me realise how much more of our country I need to visit and enjoy. I guess we don't appreciate it enough and tend to sometimes take it for granted. Greetings from Canterbury.

[@LuvCheerDnc]

Thanks for this video! These uploads get me through until I make it home to the safety of NZ in 2 months time ❤️

[@AlexanderAyling]

Stay tuned Emma 🙏🏼

[@rhondapeace3957]

Thank you for this. I’m in Buffalo, NY and so miss my home right now 😞

[@willschoenenberger7752]

Awesome. My family and I are having serious discussions about returning back to NZ. I am kiwi and my wife is Swiss. my oldest was born in NZ and our second in Switzerland. We were on holiday in winter 2019 to visit our family and my girls had an instant connection to NZ, especially my oldest. Upon returning back to Switzerland, she always kept asking if there was a possibility of returning back. I think it's always been an itch that needed to be scratched. Some discussions have been made and of course a lot of major decisions need to be made but it is a possibility. But this itch has become more prevalent in our thinking that it is starting to take hold. Your current videos have also provided a necessary outlook on the expectations. Chur bro.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Cheers Will! Switzerland is gorgeous too but if NZ is calling then may be time to answer 🤙🏼

[@hakaboy6924]

Hope when the time is right you will answer that call. Aotearoa isalways your birthright

[@morrisanderson818]

I'm sure the girl's in your life will bully you non stop, about coming home,,you will, when the time's right for you and your family,,👍 Kia,Ora,

[@msgriz56]

Great video, thank you for sharing. The ferns on your native bush hike were amazing. The colors in the sky were magnificent. ❤️

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks for watching!

[@BBox99]

You make me homesick and memories of my hikes in the New Zealand wilderness when I was in the army. There were moments of those army hiking experience that you could swear you were one with Mother Nature. Great vlog bro looking forward to more. One of the best army hiking experiences that I had was around the foot of Mt. Ruapehu, we had run out of water so we got to this stream where the water was coming off the mountain, when we drank from it, it was like nectar from the gods. The water was so pure you could just bottle it straight from the stream and sell it. A great memory for life. Kia kaha bro enjoy your travels around the country of Aoteoroa 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽😎

[@AlexanderAyling]

Sounds like some sweet memories Billy! I was up hiking around the base of Ruapehu today! Should be in a future video so stay tuned. Cheers 🍻

[@ChristelHansen87]

Can't wait to see where you decide to settle - we have such a beautiful country with so many amazing options!

[@earth_lover1715]

Love your videos ❤🍃 You are so talented, keep doing what you are, we love it! Such a gorgeous planet we have. And so much to explore. So grateful to call NZ home. All the best to you both on your new journey, you guys are gorgeous humans and love your positive energy. Looking forward to seeing Lanka in your videos soon🐕❤

[@AlexanderAyling]

Aww thank you so much for your kind words and support Janine 🙏🏼❤️

[@kellywarn4538]

I love the Taupo region. Some great cafes and restaurants that showcase the region’s beauty and food. Thank you for showcasing our beautiful country. I look forward to following your adventures.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Kelly! Yes it’s gorgeous here!

[@hamidmirzaee6713]

South Island is the best to live and also cheapest area to buy or rent a house

[@themarcryan]

This channel is incredible 🤩. Can't wait to see more of this adventure

[@angie23575]

You'll get used to the mall thing, I work in one and it felt reeeeeally awful having to come back to work but I'm used to it now ❤ good to hear you're using the app, the lady that tested positive in Northland made life way easier for the rest of us by scanning everywhere she went

[@AlexanderAyling]

Cheers Angie

[@mattieclan8957]

Welcome home Alex. All the best in your New Zealand journey

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Mattie 🙏🏼

[@sarahcarian1559]

So happy to have you guys here! It certainly must be overwhelming after living in the States for the last year during the pandemic, and the stark difference between life here and life there. If you're ever in northern Waikato (I'm living in Hamilton) let me know!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Aww thank you Sarah!! Perhaps we need to do a meet up or two down here and catch up with our kiwi friends 🙏🏼

[@VictorVoyageandTravel]

Kia ora, and welcome home! Thanks for isolating an extra week, and for using the Covid Tracer app I discovered your channel while you were in Iso. Your images are beautiful. Thanks for joining our team of 5 mil Kiwis

[@frankchavez5302]

Hello brother welcome home to you and your partner. Like you I've come from the states and transplanted myself here in my new home for many years now and have grown my life here so much more then I ever did back there, in every way possible for the better and I'm sure it will happen to you guys to.😊 This place, this land and its people,has a way of of capturing your heart and soul. I felt it as soon as I got off the plane, cannot explain it, it was instant I knew I was home. So welcome fellow kiwis cause really once you choose life here, you just are. Let the adventures begin. 💗👌

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Frank this is so nice to hear. 🙏🏼🇺🇸🇳🇿

[@giovanniranga4389]

Wow how amazing you are for taking another week in Isolation. You have definitely done a solid for our country. This is your country now as well as ours. Haere Mai Te Whanau.

[@melsylouise]

Welcome to New Zealand! I love keeping up with you both yourself and Carrie on KZbin and Instagram! Looks like you are definitely making the most of our beautiful country so far! Lanka with absolutely love it here! Looking forward to seeing how you spend your time in my hometown of Wellington (if it is on your shortlist!) Happy travels stay safe, and enjoy every second!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Aww thank you Melanie! It’s so nice to read comments like yours and yes Welly is on the list. We LOVE the vibe there. Hope to come visit soon. All the best, Alex

[@jonas.zehnder]

Glad you’re settling in well in New Zealand. The nature is impressing me everytime. It’s all very exciting.

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thanks Jonas! Stay tuned for more!

[@Miin__Miin]

Taupo - toe pour is the easiest way to explain how I was taught to say the correct pronunciation

[@kimcampbell2135]

You guys are awesome, thankyou so much for looking after our beautiful country...stay safe looking forward to more vlogs....much aroha xx

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you Kim 🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@joshr908]

Being a kiwi living in america i know how great it must feel to be back home. Love your videos, if you ever go to hawkes bay be sure to visit Te Mata peak, they have hiking trails up there to

[@AlexanderAyling]

Haha yes Josh! So funny my relatives live near there and ever time we visit we run up Temata Peak

[@joshr908]

@@AlexanderAyling I used to do the same when i was younger, but i used to bike instead of run lol. Sure do miss it

[@jessicaa6501]

my mums sister died there when she was 17, the car she was a passenger in rolled off the cliff. from a google search it seems like a lot of other ppl have died there aswell

[@bck12034]

Hi Alex! I was so excited when I saw the notification pop up on my phone about your new video post. I absolutely love watching the adventures you and your wife experience in New Zealand! New Zealand is absolutely AMAZING and so beautiful!! I also love how seriously they take the well being and safety of the citizens with covid-19. It's so refreshing to watch!! I can't wait to see when you guys connect with Lanka. 🤗❤ Thanks for sharing your journey and experiences with us! Kind Regards!

[@AlexanderAyling]

Thank you SO MUCH for your super kind comment Cassandra. It’s words of encouragement and enthusiasm like yours that keep me stoked and creating. I’m feeling inspired lately and look forward to sharing more so stay tuned! Every Friday or Saturday I’m shooting for a video so stay tuned

[@bck12034]

@@AlexanderAyling You're welcome and thank you!! I'll definitely keep an eye out for those notification alerts. You guys exude positivity... One of the many reasons I subscribed to your channel. Keep being a great light to our awesome world! 🤗