Hello Kitty ハロー キティ

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Late last year, to celebrate their 20th anniversary, Taiwanese airline EVA Airways teamed up with Sanrio to launched their second generation of Hello Kitty aeroplanes. There are three Airbus 330-300, each decorated with a different theme - Hello Kitty Loves Apples, Hello Kitty Magic Stars and Hello Kitty Around the World. Take the virtual tour here. 

The airline is hoping the Hello Kitty aeroplanes will invigorate travel interest between Taiwan and Japan. These adorable aeroplanes operate from Taipei-Taoyuan International Airport to Tokyo, Fukuoka, Hokkaido, Seoul and Hong Kong. My picks would be Tokyo (of course!) or Fukuoka and the obligatory trip to Harmony Land. 

OMG! I must get on one of these planes! Super cute!! 

Akaroa, NZ

Despite my good intentions I always forget to take photos. I did however, manage to take a few happy snaps of beautiful Akaroa. Oh New Zealand, you're so dreamy!

Neuw Zulland

Earlier this month I went on my very first trip to New Zealand.

Apparently we Australian's don't know the difference between hills and mountains. Hmph! Well, above are some lovely green HILLS in Akaroa, NZ.

Beat Cafe and Echo, Shibuya

Drinks with Dave and some new Tokyo friends at Beat Cafe and Echo. 

Shibuya Crossing

I didn't take nearly enough photographs while I was in Japan. However, there are some really lovely ones here from Swedish blogger Hilda Grahnat that you won't want to miss. 

Harajuku

Naka Meguro

I visited Tokyo for the first time last November and fell in love with Naka Meguro.