We visited Cathedral Cove and Hot Water Beach on the same day since they are located close to each other. Both place are somewhat tide dependent, but Hot Water Beach more so than Cathedral Cove. So beware of the tide schedule and make sure you are at Hot Water Beach at low tide or you […]
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Sleeping God Canyon, is located in a remote and rugged region of the Coromandel peninsula. It is a popular destination for outdoor enthusiasts and avid canyoneers on the North Island. It is one of the highest rated canyons for quality on the North Island. It’s technical rating is v4a3III which means there are some good
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Before I get into the description of Hobbiton Movie Set, I need to explain how I ended up visiting Hobbiton. Even though I love a good fantasy novel, I have to admit I’m not a huge fan of The Lord of the Rings – Diehard fans please forgive me, but I just never really got
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Kayak Explore is particularly useful for finding cheap flights because it allows you to search for flights based on your budget rather than a specific destination. You can enter your departure city and a date range, and then set your budget using the filter options provided. In the image below, you can see I’ve selected
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I’m passionate about both topics so I’ve started blogs discussing both travel and finance. For my Finance blog please visit: https://travellingandfinance.com/ On the surface, traveling and finance may seem like two completely unrelated topics. One is about exploring new places, experiencing different cultures, and making unforgettable memories, while the other is about managing money, investing,
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My friend Cabot and I decided to haul our packrafts to New Zealand in an attempt to find a fun pretty river to float. And boy did we! I appreciate trying to keep place secluded and not overly published online so I won’t reveal the location here publicly since I thought this spot was so
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Tongariro National Park is a stunning and unique national park located in the central North Island of New Zealand. It is a popular destination for both locals and tourists alike, and offers a range of activities and experiences for visitors to enjoy. It’s located in the central North Island of New Zealand, near the towns
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Rotorua is a popular tourist destination in New Zealand known for its geothermal wonders, Maori culture, and outdoor activities. When researching Rotorua a lot of the research spoke of the geothermal wonders: it is home to several geothermal parks, including Wai-O-Tapu, Te Puia, and Hell’s Gate. You can witness the geysers, hot springs, mud pools,
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The Three Sisters and Elephant Rock are located on the west coast of the North Island, in a remote area of the Taranaki region. The sisters are three towering sea stacks that were formed by the erosion of the surrounding cliffs by the Tasman Sea. The Three Sisters are named after the three daughters of
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New Zealand’s North Island is a beautiful and diverse region that is best explored at your own pace. And what better way to do that than in a campervan? With the freedom to go wherever you want, whenever you want, a campervan road trip is the perfect way to experience all that this stunning region
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