When the KCR social media team designed the artwork for this post, the photo choice was easy. “Who doesn’t love a llama?” we joked. 

Kiama man Christian Haigh certainly does. Meeting the cute Andean animal is just one memorable moment in his recent backpacking trip around South America. 

A teacher, musician and adventurer, Christian joined Carol Goddard on Travel Books and Life on October 26, 2023.