Some of you know we are headed for New Zealand tomorrow, December 10.
Just learned about the volcano eruption on White Island on Monday, December 9. It appears to be at least 100 miles from our nearest approach (see trip diagram below). Waimangu Volcanic Valley is closest, but I stress this is a dormant field. We will be in that region on December 19-20 and move south from there.
Our entire excursion is organized by Overseas Adventure Travel. For the next week we will be in the Bay of Islands which is to the north of North Island, considerable distance from the volcano. The trip is planned to move south from there, as you can see below.
We appreciate your prayers, but feel our itinerary should be safe.
