New Zealand
Ōmanawa Falls: A Stunning Day Out
Ōmanawa Falls - Te Rere o Ōmanawa is one of the most beautiful waterfalls in New Zealand, located in the Bay of Plenty region on the North Island. This stunning natural wonder attracts visitors from all over the world, who come to admire...
11 Top Things To Do At Ohope Beach For Families
Ohope Beach Is one of the most beautiful and laid-back beach towns in New Zealand and is located just 10 minutes from Whakatane. The coast here stretches for 11 km and is lined with beautiful Pohutukawa trees. There is certainly plenty of...
Papamoa Cafes: Our Top 5
Papamoa is a coastal suburb located in the Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand. It's a popular holiday destination with beautiful beaches, great surf, and plenty of cafes to choose from. We have lived here for a while now we always use...
Best Berry Farms: Tauranga to Whakatane
What is a road trip without stopping for fresh fruit? We love heading down the coast (Tauranga to Whakatane) and looking for the best berry farms are always on our list for a stop over, stretch the legs or for a bite to eat. However, we...
Karangahake Gorge Walks: A Guide for Families
Situated between Waihi and Paeroa on State Highway 2 is Karangahake Gorge Walks. We take this road everytime we head to Auckland from Papamoa or when we head up to the Coromandel. Now we have passed through Karangahake Gorge on numerous occasions, often...
The Best Things To Do In New Plymouth
I used to visit my Aunty and Uncle here when I was a kid. I had so many great memories during that time. Always out and about, they knew the best things to do in New Plymouth. So when I had the opportunity to return with the family I just...
Best Beaches in the Coromandel for Families
The Coromandel Peninsula is one of New Zealand’s favourite destinations, especially in summer. Famous for its natural beauty, cliffside views, secluded bays, idyllic beachside towns and not forgetting the incredible Pinnacles hike which...
The 11 Best Mount Maunganui Cafes
We have been fortunate to live in Mount Maunganui and the surrounding areas for many years. During this time we have visited many Mount Maunganui cafes, some are still thriving while others have moved on. What we enjoy about them is the...
Whakapapa Ski Field (Your Ultimate Family Guide)
Nestled in the heart of the North Island lays Tongariro National Park and in the winter it’s home to Turoa and Whakapapa ski fields. Located one hour and 50 minutes from Taupo and just over a hour from Turangi It’s also easily accessible from the North...
Redwood Forest Tree Walk
Now this is a must for the whole family when visiting Rotorua. The Redwood Forest tree walk offers spectacular views and a unique experience. In fact, you can see why it's on most tourist bucket lists when planning a trip around New Zealand. Located in...
Coromandel, 4 places you must visit
The Coromandel is one spot not to be missed when travelling around the North Island of New Zealand. It’s a favourite destination for tourists and locals alike with many great places to holiday, relax and explore. Whether you are into...
McLaren Falls Park A Treasure For Families
Fancy a day out? Well, around 10 minutes from Tauranga in the Bay of Plenty is McLaren Falls Park with a wide range of walks and exploring to keep every family member occupied. There are 190 hectares of parkland with the picturesque McLaren Falls Park...
Great Family Things to do in Mount Maunganui
Mount Maunganui is described as one of the picturesque spots in New Zealand. I grew up here as a kid, spending holidays with family and friends. While it has changed and grown over the past 40 years, as most places do, there are plenty of...
The Best Things To Do In Papamoa
Just down to road from Mount Maunganui is Papamoa Beach, one of the fastest growing towns in New Zealand. Located in the beautiful Bay of Plenty this is not only a great place to live and also the perfect place for a holiday. Not that...
The Rotorua Luge: Awesome Fun
Rotorua is well known throughout the world as an action-packed destination. The great thing is is that there are many different attractions in Rotorua to keep the whole family entertained. From natural wonders like Wai-O-Tapu and Hell's...
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We are a family of 4 living in New Zealand. I’m a teacher (great profession for traveling) and my wife Connie is a section administrator. We are also proud parents of two travel-loving boys.
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