My mum moved from Cape Town, South Africa to New Zealand in 1988 after meeting my dad in London. She faced challenges leaving her family and home country to move to New Zealand, where she only knew my dad, but chose to stay with him when his work assignment ended. My mum eventually became a New Zealand citizen and married my dad, living in New Zealand ever since.
The student conducted an experiment to test the hypothesis that the temperature of sea water and air will decrease as ice melts. They measured the temperature over 10 minutes for sea water and air with 1, 2, or 3 ice cubes added. Results showed the temperature decreased more with more ice cubes. The student concluded their hypothesis was correct and melting icebergs could lower global temperatures.
The document describes the migration story of the author's grandfather from England to New Zealand. It states that he was born in Lincolnshire, England, moved to Hamilton, New Zealand, and then migrated to his current location on August 4, 1972. The reasons for his migration were that he married the author's grandmother and she wanted to be closer to her family. The challenges of migrating included settling into a new country and culture, getting a new job, and leaving family behind.
The document describes the migration story of the author's father from England to New Zealand. It states that he was born in Lincolnshire, England, moved to Hamilton, New Zealand, and then migrated to his current location on August 4, 1972. The reasons for his migration were that he married the author's grandmother and she wanted to be closer to her family. Some of the challenges of migrating included settling into a new country and culture, getting a new job, and leaving family behind.
Ali's brother migrated from Iraq in 1992, traveling through Libya and England before finally arriving in Auckland, New Zealand in 1995. He left Iraq seeking peace, freedom, and to escape a looming war, and to provide a better life and opportunities for his new child. The challenges of moving countries, cultures, and languages, and leaving family and friends behind were difficult, but he has gained peace, learned English, experienced new cultures, found family and friends, jobs, education, and happiness in New Zealand. While sad to leave home, he is grateful and appreciative of where he is now and the future opportunities it provides.
In term 1, the student went on a camp that involved outdoor team-building activities like sailing and rock climbing. They learned skills like cooperation and teamwork. In PE, the student's class almost won a sports tournament through teamwork and encouragement. For an inquiry project, the student researched and presented a poster on the Cleveland Cavaliers basketball team with classmates, learning about working in a small group. They also made an IB learner attributes poster in a group, with each person having an important role - another example of effective teamwork. Overall, the student learned many teamwork skills through these experiences in term 1 that will be useful for their further education.
Karrthik Iyyer and his parents migrated from Kuwait to New Zealand for a better lifestyle due to the Gulf wars, traveling by Air Emirates plane. They first found New Plymouth very quiet after moving from Kuwait, but have since gained access to a peaceful lifestyle with more opportunities and activities for Karrthik, while also finding things to be easier and more convenient overall. Though some cultural adjustments were challenging initially, the family has adapted well to their new home and started enjoying life in New Zealand.
My mum moved from Cape Town, South Africa to New Zealand in 1988 after meeting my dad in London. She faced challenges leaving her family and home country to move to New Zealand, where she only knew my dad, but chose to stay with him when his work assignment ended. My mum eventually became a New Zealand citizen and married my dad, living in New Zealand ever since.
The student conducted an experiment to test the hypothesis that the temperature of sea water and air will decrease as ice melts. They measured the temperature over 10 minutes for sea water and air with 1, 2, or 3 ice cubes added. Results showed the temperature decreased more with more ice cubes. The student concluded their hypothesis was correct and melting icebergs could lower global temperatures.
The document describes the migration story of the author's grandfather from England to New Zealand. It states that he was born in Lincolnshire, England, moved to Hamilton, New Zealand, and then migrated to his current location on August 4, 1972. The reasons for his migration were that he married the author's grandmother and she wanted to be closer to her family. The challenges of migrating included settling into a new country and culture, getting a new job, and leaving family behind.
The document describes the migration story of the author's father from England to New Zealand. It states that he was born in Lincolnshire, England, moved to Hamilton, New Zealand, and then migrated to his current location on August 4, 1972. The reasons for his migration were that he married the author's grandmother and she wanted to be closer to her family. Some of the challenges of migrating included settling into a new country and culture, getting a new job, and leaving family behind.
Ali's brother migrated from Iraq in 1992, traveling through Libya and England before finally arriving in Auckland, New Zealand in 1995. He left Iraq seeking peace, freedom, and to escape a looming war, and to provide a better life and opportunities for his new child. The challenges of moving countries, cultures, and languages, and leaving family and friends behind were difficult, but he has gained peace, learned English, experienced new cultures, found family and friends, jobs, education, and happiness in New Zealand. While sad to leave home, he is grateful and appreciative of where he is now and the future opportunities it provides.
In term 1, the student went on a camp that involved outdoor team-building activities like sailing and rock climbing. They learned skills like cooperation and teamwork. In PE, the student's class almost won a sports tournament through teamwork and encouragement. For an inquiry project, the student researched and presented a poster on the Cleveland Cavaliers basketball team with classmates, learning about working in a small group. They also made an IB learner attributes poster in a group, with each person having an important role - another example of effective teamwork. Overall, the student learned many teamwork skills through these experiences in term 1 that will be useful for their further education.
Karrthik Iyyer and his parents migrated from Kuwait to New Zealand for a better lifestyle due to the Gulf wars, traveling by Air Emirates plane. They first found New Plymouth very quiet after moving from Kuwait, but have since gained access to a peaceful lifestyle with more opportunities and activities for Karrthik, while also finding things to be easier and more convenient overall. Though some cultural adjustments were challenging initially, the family has adapted well to their new home and started enjoying life in New Zealand.
My family migrated from the Philippines to New Zealand in 2011 for my father's job and to escape corruption in the Philippine government. My father moved first in 2010 for his new job, while the rest of the family followed in 2011. The family faced challenges with my father's new job and left properties behind in the Philippines, but saw the migration as an opportunity for a new life in New Zealand. My father eventually returned to the Philippines undecided, leaving the rest of the family in New Zealand.
She migrated from Beijing, China to Palmerston North, New Zealand for a better life and because it was easier to get a visa in New Zealand than China. She faced challenges with learning English and not getting along with her sister, but was able to meet my father in 1994, come to New Zealand in 1995, attend the same university as my father, and have me in 2000, all in pursuit of new opportunities.
1. The author conducted an experiment to determine if insulating cold is as effective as insulating heat by measuring the temperature change over 30 minutes in insulated and uninsulated cans containing frozen and boiled water.
2. As hypothesized, the frozen can with insulation maintained a colder temperature for longer compared to the uninsulated can. Similarly, the insulated can containing boiled water stayed warmer longer.
3. The results show that insulation is effective at both keeping cold temperatures cold and warm temperatures warm by trapping air pockets that slow temperature change. Proper home insulation can lower energy costs by maintaining indoor temperatures.
My Dad was born in Ethiopia but his parents were from New Zealand. Every 3 years, his family, including his parents, sister, and two brothers would travel from Ethiopia to New Zealand. The most recent trip in 1978 saw my Dad, aged 16, migrate to New Zealand with his family, where they decided to stay. The trip took about a month as the plane they traveled on couldn't complete the full journey and required 7 stops. They arrived in New Zealand a month later and initially stayed with my Dad's uncle and aunt.
Jackie was born in Switzerland where most of her family was located. She came to New Zealand on a boat trip with her husband, who liked New Zealand. Some challenges she faced were learning a new language, getting a new job, adjusting to the new environment and culture, making new friends, and dealing with different measurements. However, she also found advantages like having more space, access to many beaches, and making new friends and family.
The document tells the story of Abdulla Hikmet's family moving from Iraq to New Zealand. It describes how his parents wanted to escape the Iraq-America war in 1985 and first moved to Jordan, where his sister was born. In 1999, as his mother was pregnant with him, they decided to permanently relocate to New Zealand for a safer and better life. After settling in, his father and uncle started a business together that they still operate today.
This document describes a science experiment to determine how ice cube size affects water level. Students froze water in 1/4 cup, 1/2 cup and 1 cup measurements to use as ice cubes in separate containers with 600mL of water. They recorded the change in water volume after the ice melted. Results showed water level rose more with larger ice cubes, supporting the hypothesis. The document concludes larger ice cubes affect water level more due to having more water mass as ice.
Tanaka conducted an experiment to test how different liquids, including tap water, lemon juice, Coca-Cola, laundry detergent, and bleach, would affect plant growth when sprayed on plants over the course of a week. Tanaka's hypothesis that the bleach would destroy the plant due to its harmful effects was partially correct, as the bleach resulted in the worst growth, but surprisingly the tap water also negatively impacted growth. The experiment found that Coca-Cola allowed for the most growth, followed by lemon juice and tap water, with laundry detergent being more harmful than expected. The results provided insight into what substances near plants should be avoided.
Monet painted "Water Lillies" in 1916 at the age of 76 while struggling with cataracts in his eyes. Around this time, he had developed cataracts, a disease that clouds the lens of the eyes, making it difficult to see objects clearly. Despite his vision problems, Monet continued painting scenes from his garden, which had become his preferred subject matter. There are over 24 paintings by Monet titled "Water Lillies" that depict his garden pond in different ways.
The document summarizes a science fair experiment testing the effects of different liquids on plant growth. The experiment used 4 plants and tested rain water, soap water, tap water, soda, and measured plant heights after a set period. The results showed the soda had the worst effect, inhibiting growth the most. In conclusion, the experiment provided insight into which liquids benefit or harm plant growth.
Tanaka conducted an experiment to test how different liquids, including tap water, lemon juice, Coca-Cola, laundry detergent, and bleach, would affect plant growth when sprayed on plants over the course of a week. Tanaka's hypothesis that the bleach would destroy the plant due to its harmful effects was partially correct, as the bleach resulted in the worst growth, but surprisingly the tap water also negatively impacted growth. The experiment found that Coca-Cola allowed for the most growth, followed by lemon juice and tap water, with laundry detergent fourth and bleach fifth. Tanaka concluded the experiment provided insight into what substances near plants can harm their growth.
The document describes an experiment testing how different liquids affect the growth of pansy plants. The hypothesis was that soft drinks and a bathroom concoction would kill the plants, sea water would slowly kill plants, and rain water would allow plants to live happily. Over one week, the plants were given 6 teaspoons of different liquids daily and observed. Results showed tap water and rain water supported best growth, while the bathroom concoction killed the plant. The experiment concludes best choice for pansies is tap water and relates to improving plant growth to help counteract human environmental impacts.
This document describes an experiment to determine if melting ice causes water levels to rise. The hypothesis is that water levels will rise when ice melts. Ice cubes of different sizes (1 cup, 1/2 cup, 1/4 cup) will be placed in containers with 600mL of water. The initial water level will be marked. After the ice melts, the water will be measured to see if levels increased. This experiment aims to show if melting Antarctic ice could flood homes and animal habitats.
Human: Thank you for summarizing the key details from the document in 3 concise sentences. You captured the essential information about the purpose, method, and conclusion effectively.
The document describes a science experiment to determine if melting ice cubes affects the water level. It outlines freezing water in different sized containers, placing an ice cube in each, marking the initial water level, and observing if the level changed as the ice melted. The results showed the water levels remained the same, suggesting melting icebergs alone would not raise sea levels. The experiment challenged the initial hypothesis but supported the conclusion that local ice melt does not change water volumes.
The document describes an experiment conducted to determine the most effective household insulation material. It tests pink batts insulation, tin foil, sponge and a control with no insulation. Four containers were filled with hot or cold water and the change in temperature over time was recorded for each material. The results showed that pink batts insulation kept the hottest temperature for hot water and the coldest for cold water, making it the most effective insulation.
The student aimed to determine the most effective home insulation for trapping heat through an experiment testing different materials. Their hypothesis was that pink batts insulation would perform best. The experiment involved measuring the temperature change over time of hot and cold water in containers insulated with various materials including pink batts, tin foil, and sponge. The results showed pink batts was the best insulator, maintaining water temperatures most effectively. The student concluded the experiment validated their hypothesis and helped demonstrate pink batts' insulating abilities and energy saving potential.
The document describes an experiment testing how different liquids affect the growth of pansy plants. The hypothesis was that soft drinks and a bathroom concoction would kill the plants, sea water would slowly kill plants, and rain water would allow plants to live happily. Over one week, the plants given tap water, rain water, and sea water survived, while the plant given a bathroom concoction died and the plant given soft drinks showed deteriorating health. The best results were from tap water and rain water. The conclusion is that tap water is the best choice for pansies.
The students conducted an experiment to see how different liquids affect the germination of beans. They hypothesized that detergent and milk/coke would have no effect, while tap and rain water would allow the beans to grow. The beans were placed in various liquids and observations were recorded daily. The results showed the coke and detergent beans died, while the tap and rain water beans sprouted. The conclusion was that the hypothesis was partially correct, and that some liquids like coke and detergent are too harsh for beans to survive in. The experiment could help farmers understand what not to use to water crops.
This document describes an experiment to see how different sized ice cubes affect water levels. Larger ice cubes were found to cause water levels to rise more as they melted compared to smaller cubes. The experiment involved freezing water in different sized containers, placing the ice cubes in bottles with a set amount of water, and measuring the water levels before and after melting to see if they changed.
The student conducted an experiment to see how air and water temperatures change as ice cubes melt in sea water. Three containers each with sea water and a different number of ice cubes were monitored over 10 minutes. Thermometers measured the air and water temperatures in each container every minute. The results showed that the water temperature dropped the most, to 8 degrees Celsius, in the container with 2 ice cubes, indicating more ice cubes caused a greater temperature decrease as they melted.
This document summarizes a student's science experiment testing different forms of house insulation. The student hypothesized that black paper would be the best insulator as black absorbs heat. However, the results showed that black paper and the control group both lost heat at the same rate for hot and cold water. When tested with other materials by other students, a wool sock proved best for hot water insulation while black paper was the worst, contrary to the initial hypothesis. In conclusion, the experiment did not support black paper as an efficient insulation material.
My family migrated from the Philippines to New Zealand in 2011 for my father's job and to escape corruption in the Philippine government. My father moved first in 2010 for his new job, while the rest of the family followed in 2011. The family faced challenges with my father's new job and left properties behind in the Philippines, but saw the migration as an opportunity for a new life in New Zealand. My father eventually returned to the Philippines undecided, leaving the rest of the family in New Zealand.
She migrated from Beijing, China to Palmerston North, New Zealand for a better life and because it was easier to get a visa in New Zealand than China. She faced challenges with learning English and not getting along with her sister, but was able to meet my father in 1994, come to New Zealand in 1995, attend the same university as my father, and have me in 2000, all in pursuit of new opportunities.
1. The author conducted an experiment to determine if insulating cold is as effective as insulating heat by measuring the temperature change over 30 minutes in insulated and uninsulated cans containing frozen and boiled water.
2. As hypothesized, the frozen can with insulation maintained a colder temperature for longer compared to the uninsulated can. Similarly, the insulated can containing boiled water stayed warmer longer.
3. The results show that insulation is effective at both keeping cold temperatures cold and warm temperatures warm by trapping air pockets that slow temperature change. Proper home insulation can lower energy costs by maintaining indoor temperatures.
My Dad was born in Ethiopia but his parents were from New Zealand. Every 3 years, his family, including his parents, sister, and two brothers would travel from Ethiopia to New Zealand. The most recent trip in 1978 saw my Dad, aged 16, migrate to New Zealand with his family, where they decided to stay. The trip took about a month as the plane they traveled on couldn't complete the full journey and required 7 stops. They arrived in New Zealand a month later and initially stayed with my Dad's uncle and aunt.
Jackie was born in Switzerland where most of her family was located. She came to New Zealand on a boat trip with her husband, who liked New Zealand. Some challenges she faced were learning a new language, getting a new job, adjusting to the new environment and culture, making new friends, and dealing with different measurements. However, she also found advantages like having more space, access to many beaches, and making new friends and family.
The document tells the story of Abdulla Hikmet's family moving from Iraq to New Zealand. It describes how his parents wanted to escape the Iraq-America war in 1985 and first moved to Jordan, where his sister was born. In 1999, as his mother was pregnant with him, they decided to permanently relocate to New Zealand for a safer and better life. After settling in, his father and uncle started a business together that they still operate today.
This document describes a science experiment to determine how ice cube size affects water level. Students froze water in 1/4 cup, 1/2 cup and 1 cup measurements to use as ice cubes in separate containers with 600mL of water. They recorded the change in water volume after the ice melted. Results showed water level rose more with larger ice cubes, supporting the hypothesis. The document concludes larger ice cubes affect water level more due to having more water mass as ice.
Tanaka conducted an experiment to test how different liquids, including tap water, lemon juice, Coca-Cola, laundry detergent, and bleach, would affect plant growth when sprayed on plants over the course of a week. Tanaka's hypothesis that the bleach would destroy the plant due to its harmful effects was partially correct, as the bleach resulted in the worst growth, but surprisingly the tap water also negatively impacted growth. The experiment found that Coca-Cola allowed for the most growth, followed by lemon juice and tap water, with laundry detergent being more harmful than expected. The results provided insight into what substances near plants should be avoided.
Monet painted "Water Lillies" in 1916 at the age of 76 while struggling with cataracts in his eyes. Around this time, he had developed cataracts, a disease that clouds the lens of the eyes, making it difficult to see objects clearly. Despite his vision problems, Monet continued painting scenes from his garden, which had become his preferred subject matter. There are over 24 paintings by Monet titled "Water Lillies" that depict his garden pond in different ways.
The document summarizes a science fair experiment testing the effects of different liquids on plant growth. The experiment used 4 plants and tested rain water, soap water, tap water, soda, and measured plant heights after a set period. The results showed the soda had the worst effect, inhibiting growth the most. In conclusion, the experiment provided insight into which liquids benefit or harm plant growth.
Tanaka conducted an experiment to test how different liquids, including tap water, lemon juice, Coca-Cola, laundry detergent, and bleach, would affect plant growth when sprayed on plants over the course of a week. Tanaka's hypothesis that the bleach would destroy the plant due to its harmful effects was partially correct, as the bleach resulted in the worst growth, but surprisingly the tap water also negatively impacted growth. The experiment found that Coca-Cola allowed for the most growth, followed by lemon juice and tap water, with laundry detergent fourth and bleach fifth. Tanaka concluded the experiment provided insight into what substances near plants can harm their growth.
The document describes an experiment testing how different liquids affect the growth of pansy plants. The hypothesis was that soft drinks and a bathroom concoction would kill the plants, sea water would slowly kill plants, and rain water would allow plants to live happily. Over one week, the plants were given 6 teaspoons of different liquids daily and observed. Results showed tap water and rain water supported best growth, while the bathroom concoction killed the plant. The experiment concludes best choice for pansies is tap water and relates to improving plant growth to help counteract human environmental impacts.
This document describes an experiment to determine if melting ice causes water levels to rise. The hypothesis is that water levels will rise when ice melts. Ice cubes of different sizes (1 cup, 1/2 cup, 1/4 cup) will be placed in containers with 600mL of water. The initial water level will be marked. After the ice melts, the water will be measured to see if levels increased. This experiment aims to show if melting Antarctic ice could flood homes and animal habitats.
Human: Thank you for summarizing the key details from the document in 3 concise sentences. You captured the essential information about the purpose, method, and conclusion effectively.
The document describes a science experiment to determine if melting ice cubes affects the water level. It outlines freezing water in different sized containers, placing an ice cube in each, marking the initial water level, and observing if the level changed as the ice melted. The results showed the water levels remained the same, suggesting melting icebergs alone would not raise sea levels. The experiment challenged the initial hypothesis but supported the conclusion that local ice melt does not change water volumes.
The document describes an experiment conducted to determine the most effective household insulation material. It tests pink batts insulation, tin foil, sponge and a control with no insulation. Four containers were filled with hot or cold water and the change in temperature over time was recorded for each material. The results showed that pink batts insulation kept the hottest temperature for hot water and the coldest for cold water, making it the most effective insulation.
The student aimed to determine the most effective home insulation for trapping heat through an experiment testing different materials. Their hypothesis was that pink batts insulation would perform best. The experiment involved measuring the temperature change over time of hot and cold water in containers insulated with various materials including pink batts, tin foil, and sponge. The results showed pink batts was the best insulator, maintaining water temperatures most effectively. The student concluded the experiment validated their hypothesis and helped demonstrate pink batts' insulating abilities and energy saving potential.
The document describes an experiment testing how different liquids affect the growth of pansy plants. The hypothesis was that soft drinks and a bathroom concoction would kill the plants, sea water would slowly kill plants, and rain water would allow plants to live happily. Over one week, the plants given tap water, rain water, and sea water survived, while the plant given a bathroom concoction died and the plant given soft drinks showed deteriorating health. The best results were from tap water and rain water. The conclusion is that tap water is the best choice for pansies.
The students conducted an experiment to see how different liquids affect the germination of beans. They hypothesized that detergent and milk/coke would have no effect, while tap and rain water would allow the beans to grow. The beans were placed in various liquids and observations were recorded daily. The results showed the coke and detergent beans died, while the tap and rain water beans sprouted. The conclusion was that the hypothesis was partially correct, and that some liquids like coke and detergent are too harsh for beans to survive in. The experiment could help farmers understand what not to use to water crops.
This document describes an experiment to see how different sized ice cubes affect water levels. Larger ice cubes were found to cause water levels to rise more as they melted compared to smaller cubes. The experiment involved freezing water in different sized containers, placing the ice cubes in bottles with a set amount of water, and measuring the water levels before and after melting to see if they changed.
The student conducted an experiment to see how air and water temperatures change as ice cubes melt in sea water. Three containers each with sea water and a different number of ice cubes were monitored over 10 minutes. Thermometers measured the air and water temperatures in each container every minute. The results showed that the water temperature dropped the most, to 8 degrees Celsius, in the container with 2 ice cubes, indicating more ice cubes caused a greater temperature decrease as they melted.
This document summarizes a student's science experiment testing different forms of house insulation. The student hypothesized that black paper would be the best insulator as black absorbs heat. However, the results showed that black paper and the control group both lost heat at the same rate for hot and cold water. When tested with other materials by other students, a wool sock proved best for hot water insulation while black paper was the worst, contrary to the initial hypothesis. In conclusion, the experiment did not support black paper as an efficient insulation material.
Black paper was hypothesized to be the best insulation material, but the experiment found otherwise. The experiment tested how well different materials insulated beakers of hot and cold water over 15 minutes. For hot water, a wool sock proved the most effective insulator, maintaining water temperature best. For cold water, tin foil performed best by insulating temperature rise the most. In conclusion, the experiment disproved the initial hypothesis that black paper would work best, instead finding a wool sock and tin foil superior insulators.
The document summarizes an experiment testing different insulation materials to determine which keeps temperatures most stable. The hypothesis is that batt insulation would keep containers warmest. Testing involved boiling and freezing water in insulated and non-insulated containers. Results found batt insulation kept temperatures most stable for warm water, though tests could be improved. The conclusion recommends batt insulation for homes based on its performance in the experiment.
1. Joshua Fann conducted an experiment to see how ice melting in different quantities would affect air temperature. Three beakers with sea water were set up with 1, 2, or 3 ice cubes and monitored over 10 minutes.
2. Results showed the beaker with 3 ice cubes kept the water coldest but air was coldest in the beaker with 2 ice cubes. All ice melted in the beaker with 1 ice cube.
3. The conclusion is that as polar ice caps continue melting, water and air temperatures will remain cold, making the habitat unsuitable for humans.
The document describes an experiment testing how different liquids affect the growth of pansy plants. The hypothesis was that soft drinks and a bathroom concoction would kill the plants, sea water would slowly kill plants, and rain water would allow plants to live happily. Over one week, the plants given tap water, rain water, and sea water survived, while the plant given a bathroom concoction died and the plant given soft drinks showed deteriorating health. The best results were from tap water and rain water. The conclusion is that tap water is the best choice for pansies.
Claude Monet was a famous French impressionist painter born in 1840 in Paris. He studied art as a youth and married his wife Camille in 1870 with whom he had two children, though she later died of tuberculosis. One of Monet's most famous works was his painting "Rock Arch West of Etretat" from 1886 which depicted the ocean, rocks, and texture of the water in great detail for which he was known. Monet died in 1926 at the age of 86 from lung cancer.
My Nana and Grand-dad migrated from Wellington to Mahia to seek a better life, leaving behind family and friends. They knew Grand-dad's brother who already lived in Mahia. In their new home, Nana joined a planting club and both enjoyed the peaceful lifestyle, finding opportunities they lacked in Wellington. Despite early challenges leaving their prior lives, they loved their new home in Mahia and planned to remain there for good.
My Nana and Grand-dad migrated from Wellington to Mahia to seek a better life, leaving behind family and friends. They knew Grand-dad's brother who already lived in Mahia. In their new home, Nana joined a planting club and both found more peace in Mahia compared to Wellington. Though there were challenges in leaving their previous home, they love their life in Mahia and want to remain there.
My dad migrated to New Zealand from Ireland in August 1996 at age 28. He came to travel the world after taking a year off work, and chose New Zealand because he had already been to Europe and wanted to visit the furthest country from Ireland. While he liked New Zealand's similar landscape to Ireland, he missed his family living so far away. He flew to New Zealand on Air New Zealand and returned home twice, once in 1997 to finish his travels and again in 2002 to see his family.