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New Zealand may look small on a world map, but there is plenty to see if you hop in the car and go. We have road tripped over much of the country and share with you our best recommendations on where to go, stay, or eat, as well as what to do, what you can’t miss, and how many days you need.
Recent Articles
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Parry Kauri Park and Other Things to Do in Warkworth, New Zealand
Parry Kauri Park is home to some of New Zealand’s oldest and tallest native trees. Strolling through the tall trees is probably my favourite of the many things to do in Warkworth and the nearby New Zealand towns. A relaxed, residential community about an hour north of …
Things to do in Rosario Argentina – Home to More Than Just the Flag
As virtual travel persists, we want to share some of the many interesting things to do in Rosario Argentina. We spent a few months in South America just before the world changed and travel became restricted. This is one of many articles held, pending a return to normal. …
Croatian Desserts and Main Dishes that You Won’t Want to Miss
Croatian cuisine is diverse, interesting, and tasty. To help us discover classic Croatian desserts, meats, pasta, and breads, we went to an expert, Ana of KitchenToast. She shares with us the most popular dishes served in this European country. (See her details below). …
Finding the Best High Tea in Auckland NZ, and Why We Love Cordis
Enjoying high tea in Auckland, our home city, is like taking a mini-holiday neatly wrapped up in an afternoon. It’s an opportunity to relax and appreciate a touch of elegance, savoury and sweet treats, traditional warm scones, and, of course, a delicate pot of tea. …
Our Auckland whale watching afternoon spotting dolphins, whales & birds
Auckland whale watching is one of the most exciting ways to get out on the water in New Zealand’s largest city. In addition to whale sightings, we enjoyed pods of playful dolphins. Plus, seabirds frequently circled overhead or dove into the water. Here, we share the …
We are Auckland specialists
As Auckland residents for nearly two decades, we love to share the best of our current home town.
If you’re in New Zealand, no doubt you will find yourself in Auckland at some point. Whether you are looking for something to do, somewhere to stay, or the best places to eat, we’ve got you covered.
In fact, we have travelled and eaten our way through the city. You can feel confident that our recommendations are based on our personal experience.
Frequently Asked Questions
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I see you travel quite a bit in New Zealand and Australia. Do you have any tips for getting great deals?
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While we love a bit of luxury when we travel, we also don’t pass up a good deal. Over the years we have been approached by many companies offering discounts, but we have chosen to work more closely with Bookme in New Zealand and Australia. They are 100% Kiwi-owned and operated, and our first stop for up to 70% off of entrance tickets, tours, meals, adventures, and more.
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I love your photography! What type of camera do you use?
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I am a huge fan of Olympus for ease of use and camera quality. My primary camera is an Olympus OMD-em5 Mark II. It’s a micro four-thirds camera system that is much lighter in weight than my former DSLR. For a person like me who travels light, it makes a difference. Plus, it handles low light better than any camera I have used. And it claims to have the world’s most advanced image stabilization. I can go on, or you can read all about it directly from Olympus.
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Sometimes I can’t find the location or venue I am looking for. Are all of your travels published?
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We travel quite a bit and include lots of details in our articles. This always takes more time than we would think to get everything published. As a result, not all of our travels have made it to the blog yet. Feel free to reach out to see if we have visited the destination you’re considering.
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We like the same type of travel! How can I duplicate your adventures?
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Good news! Whenever we travel, be it international or domestic, we take extensive notes and tons of photos. This way we can put together detailed itineraries filled with suggestions of things to do, where to eat, accommodation recommendations, and more. Start at the top of the page, and use one of the destination drop-down menus for ideas, or if you know where you want to go, use the search box.
