The Bay of Islands is such a special place to visit, with a great mix of history and gorgeous beaches. We celebrated New Year’s Eve in this stunning spot, and had great fun exploring the surrounds of Russell, Paihia and Opua.
Exploring Kerikeri, New Zealand
Kerikeri is a classic destination when visiting New Zealand – for great reason! It’s a perfect jumping-off point for the Bay of Islands, while having loads of character and attractions of its own. These two are even free – bonus!
Surf’s Up in Raglan, New Zealand
Raglan is a gorgeous surf town just a couple of hours from New Zealand’s biggest city – but the pace of life could not be more different. When you visit you’ll feel that surfy, relaxed vibe straight away, whether you’re here to cruise the waves, check out tasty food, or just breathe in some of that salty fresh air. Check out my favourite spots here!
4 Awesome Days Cycling the Otago Rail Trail
One of my main goals when I moved back to New Zealand was to spend as much time exploring this beautiful country of mine as I had previously spent exploring Europe. Our first big adventure was to spend four days cycling the South Island’s stunning Otago Rail Trail.