by Jub | Jul 8, 2020
Auckland, Auckland, Auckland. As the biggest city in New Zealand Auckland gets a lot of hate for lots of reasons. Some legit, some not. Personally, Auckland grows on me each visit. Unlike some large cities, there are lots of things to do in Auckland from a tourist...
by Jub | Jul 6, 2020
Whenever I post photos of Kapiti Island people enjoy them. I do too. On a nice winter evening, the sunset from Waikanae Beach is incredible as it sets over the island. And well, the more I’ve explored the Kapiti Coast and surrounding areas, the more I realise...
by Jub | Jul 1, 2020
The Paeroa to Waihi cycle trail is a popular section of the Hauraki Rail Trail thanks to the various attractions along the way (waterfalls, amazing walks, 1.1km tunnel, and accessible walks). At 24km one way with minimal elevation on good riding trails, it’s an...
by Jub | Jun 12, 2020
Given the size of Kawau Island, the list of things to do on Kawau Island isn’t extensive as you might expect. Why? Because around 90% of the island is privately owned. The other 10% is looked after by the Department of Conservation (DOC) and is accessible to the...
by Jub | Jun 10, 2020
The Rotorua Tree Walk is super popular and if you’re looking for things to do in Rotorua at night, you can do the walk after dark too. Having done the treewalk at day and night, this post will give you: the details you need before you enjoy them for yourself the...
by Jub | Jun 4, 2020
This is a recap of the Original Weta Workshop Tour (booked here). For years tour buses drove past Weta Studios (Miramar, Wellington). The tourists would do anything they could to get a glimpse of something happening inside the studios. The studios where hundreds of...
