chesterbear Posted October 17, 2016 #1 Share Posted October 17, 2016 I have rather enjoyed following this thread: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2413339 But it brings up a rather serious issue for me. How to differentiate myself from all the Australians on the ship. Don't get me wrong, Australia is great. For instance, I drive a Holden, shop at Australian stores that have set up here and watch Australian TV programmes. I also like to visit Australia. My late grandmother was even born in Wonthaggi. I don't want the poms or yanks asking what state New Zealand is a part of. Or saying that our flag is missing some stars and our coins are weird. Now as a female, budgie smugglers aren't an option. And I have to keep it classy. I already checked and you can't get a swandri dress and red band gumboot high heels. Surely someone would have a suggestion or two? Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted October 17, 2016 #2 Share Posted October 17, 2016 I have rather enjoyed following this thread: http://boards.cruisecritic.com/showthread.php?t=2413339 But it brings up a rather serious issue for me. How to differentiate myself from all the Australians on the ship. Don't get me wrong, Australia is great. For instance, I drive a Holden, shop at Australian stores that have set up here and watch Australian TV programmes. I also like to visit Australia. My late grandmother was even born in Wonthaggi. I don't want the poms or yanks asking what state New Zealand is a part of. Or saying that our flag is missing some stars and our coins are weird. Now as a female, budgie smugglers aren't an option. And I have to keep it classy. I already checked and you can't get a swandri dress and red band gumboot high heels. Surely someone would have a suggestion or two? Sent from my iPad using Forums I'm not sure you can, unless it was Maori dress. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rassa Posted October 17, 2016 #3 Share Posted October 17, 2016 To differentiate yourself from us uncouth Aussies, you should break into the haka to make us Aussies feel threatened, but we will join in if you let us. But what would you wear? A grass skirt or a black bikini with a fern on it? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Russell21 Posted October 17, 2016 #4 Share Posted October 17, 2016 Just start speaking about the six lots of Fish and Chips you recently had, they will very quickly realise that you are not an Aussie, and that you are a Kiwi. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterbear Posted October 17, 2016 Author #5 Share Posted October 17, 2016 I'm not sure you can, unless it was Maori dress. Good point. I wonder how that'll get through quarantine with the grass skirt. Maybe I should post ahead. I could also bring a flax bag instead of a tote bag and/or clutch. Sent from my iPad using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted October 17, 2016 #6 Share Posted October 17, 2016 Just start speaking about the six lots of Fish and Chips you recently had, they will very quickly realise that you are not an Aussie, and that you are a Kiwi. Just mention six and it'll raise their eyes. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterbear Posted October 17, 2016 Author #7 Share Posted October 17, 2016 Note to self... bring pen and paper to write down instead of saying six. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSWP Posted October 17, 2016 #8 Share Posted October 17, 2016 Note to self... bring pen and paper to write down instead of saying six. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Fush end Chups, Choice Bro. And remember, don't call the Celebrity Solstice Boutique the Dairy, lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterbear Posted October 17, 2016 Author #9 Share Posted October 17, 2016 Fush end Chups, Choice Bro. And remember, don't call the Celebrity Solstice Boutique the Dairy, lol. Will try to remember that [emoji41] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted October 17, 2016 #10 Share Posted October 17, 2016 The answer is so simple you will kick yourself. Just wear a All Blacks jersey, you can wear it with pride and no Aussie would ever wear one. Ever. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterbear Posted October 17, 2016 Author #11 Share Posted October 17, 2016 The answer is so simple you will kick yourself. Just wear a All Blacks jersey, you can wear it with pride and no Aussie would ever wear one. Ever. Not even when an Aussie loses a trans-Tasman dare? [emoji74] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Docker123 Posted October 17, 2016 #12 Share Posted October 17, 2016 Moko Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted October 17, 2016 #13 Share Posted October 17, 2016 Not even when an Aussie loses a trans-Tasman dare? [emoji74] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Wouldn't happen ever. Not even as a dare. A Kiwi wouldn't want an Aussie wearing their jersey and a Aussie wouldn't wear one of their own accord. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare lyndarra Posted October 17, 2016 #14 Share Posted October 17, 2016 You can refer to Australia the West Island. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted October 17, 2016 #15 Share Posted October 17, 2016 You can refer to Australia the West Island. I think the only reason why we haven't become one nation is who has ever heard of a nine pointed star.:eek: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Newby58 Posted October 17, 2016 #16 Share Posted October 17, 2016 Or jandels, dairies and chilly bins. Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterbear Posted October 17, 2016 Author #17 Share Posted October 17, 2016 Moko No tattoos for me [emoji51] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterbear Posted October 17, 2016 Author #18 Share Posted October 17, 2016 I think the only reason why we haven't become one nation is who has ever heard of a nine pointed star.:eek: That sure would make one weird looking flag [emoji33] My head spins just trying to picture that! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted October 17, 2016 #19 Share Posted October 17, 2016 That sure would make one weird looking flag [emoji33] My head spins just trying to picture that! Sent from my iPhone using Forums Exactly, otherwise it would have happened years ago.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NSWP Posted October 18, 2016 #20 Share Posted October 18, 2016 The answer is so simple you will kick yourself. Just wear a All Blacks jersey, you can wear it with pride and no Aussie would ever wear one. Ever. The Monteith Black beer stains won't show up on ye olde All Black shirt, no way. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GUT2407 Posted October 18, 2016 #21 Share Posted October 18, 2016 How to dress like a Kiwi? But why would anyone want to!!:p;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted October 18, 2016 #22 Share Posted October 18, 2016 The Monteith Black beer stains won't show up on ye olde All Black shirt, no way. That is true but then they lick those stains clean each night.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted October 18, 2016 #23 Share Posted October 18, 2016 How to dress like a Kiwi? But why would anyone want to!!:p;) They want to stand out so they don't look like Aussies, apparently they already know they are not that cool but don't know how to do it.:cool: Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chesterbear Posted October 18, 2016 Author #24 Share Posted October 18, 2016 The Monteith Black beer stains won't show up on ye olde All Black shirt, no way. I drink more wine than beer so it's more likely to be lindauer stains [emoji6] Sent from my iPhone using Forums Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare MicCanberra Posted October 18, 2016 #25 Share Posted October 18, 2016 I drink more wine than beer so it's more likely to be lindauer stains [emoji6] Sent from my iPhone using Forums I think any one who spills their beer or wine has a drinking problem. The whole idea is to swallow it without spilling.;) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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