Exploring Auckland
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Urban, green, upscale, waterfront views — Auckland has it all. My friend Allison and I spend a day walking around the city and taking in the sights. Continue reading
Category Archives: New Zealand
Cruising the Coromandel Coast
We spend the day driving around scenic Coromandel peninsula — seaside towns, panoramic overlooks, and cute restaurants. Continue reading
Dig Your Own Jacuzzi at Hot Water Beach
There is a beach in New Zealand where if you show up with a shovel you can dig your own jacuzzi. Only catch is it’s not exactly private, as hundreds of others are doing the same thing! Still fun to watch this natural phenomenon. Continue reading
Highlight of Hahei: Cathedral Cove
Some call it the prettiest beach in New Zealand, and we get it all to ourselves for a few glorious hours! Continue reading
Zorbing New Zealand!
Rolling down a large hill inside a ball full of water is easily the craziest thing I’ve done on my RTW trip so far. Continue reading
Spa Day in Rotorua, New Zealand
Most relaxing day ever: my friend and I spend an afternoon luxuriating in the thermal waters of this Polynesian Spa in Rotorua, New Zealand. Continue reading
Rainy Day in Taupo
We turn a rainy day into a fun one with wine tasting, waterfalls, and a wicked meal. Continue reading
Caving in Waitomo, New Zealand
Another highlight of the North Island: exploring the Ruakuri and Gloworm caves in Waitomo. Continue reading
Succumbing to Lord of the Rings in Hobbiton
I’ve resisted its pull for decades, but I pick a good time to give in: I am now officially a Lord of the Rings fan after touring Hobbiton (aka The Shire). Continue reading
Wine Tasting on Waiheke Island
Wineries, beaches, shopping… my friend Allison and I have a veritable ‘girl’s day’ in Waiheke Island. Continue reading