Our New Zealand Road Trip took us to the Cardrona Hotel on our way from Queenstown to Wanaka. Many people take State Highway 6 from Queenstown to Wanaka. The highway takes you through Cromwell and the beautiful Kawarau Gorge. If you have already driven through the Kawarau Gorge, then you may want to opt for the more direct route to Wanaka through the Crown Range … [Read more...] about Cardrona Hotel: The Most Photographed Building in New Zealand?
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Rippon Vineyard: The World’s Most Photographed Vineyard
Rippon Vineyard in Wanaka, New Zealand is the "most photographed vineyard in the world" according to locals. It's not hard to see why everyone takes this photo (or a similar photo) when visiting. Location Close to Queenstown and the more well-known Gibbston Valley is Wanaka. Wanaka is more laid back and quieter than Queenstown, but just as scenic. You can drive or … [Read more...] about Rippon Vineyard: The World’s Most Photographed Vineyard
Wineries: Mudbrick Vineyard Waiheke Island
Jeffsetters are back and bringing you another winery - Mudbrick Vineyard on Waiheke Island. Mudbrick Vineyards A little further down the road and opposite of Cable Bay, you see Mudbrick Winery complete with charm. Mudbrick Vineyard nestled on a rolling hill is surrounded by gorgeous gardens soon to be full of veggies, rows of lavender and vines, of course. Past … [Read more...] about Wineries: Mudbrick Vineyard Waiheke Island
Wineries: Waiheke Island Te Motu Vineyards and The Shed Restaurant
Today we take a journey back to Waiheke Island and a visit to Te Motu Vineyards. This small island full of wine off the coast of Aukland is nothing short of stunning. On our short weekend stay, we enjoyed a great wine tasting and lunch at Te Motu Vineyards. Te Motu Vineyards Like many of the wineries on Waiheke Island, Te Motu is gorgeous, green rolling hills covered in … [Read more...] about Wineries: Waiheke Island Te Motu Vineyards and The Shed Restaurant
Wineries: Man O’War Vineyards Waiheke Island
One of my favorite wineries on Waiheke Island is Man O'War Vineyards. The rugged drive to the "other side of the island" is well worth it to reach this isolated and beautiful beachfront winery on the Man O'War Bay. We stopped here on our visit to Waiheke Island in September 2015. Man O'War Vineyards Why: Delicious wines, great outdoor space and amazing views of the … [Read more...] about Wineries: Man O’War Vineyards Waiheke Island
Villa Pacifica Guesthouse on Waiheke Island [Review]
Looking for a place to stay on Waiheke Island? We booked a practical guest house at the Villa Pacific for our stay. … [Read more...] about Villa Pacifica Guesthouse on Waiheke Island [Review]
New Zealand Road Trip – 21 Day Itinerary
In September 2015, we took a 21 day New Zealand Road Trip. Many of you may have seen some of our posts of individual stops on the trip. This post shares our itinerary and a summary of our trip. … [Read more...] about New Zealand Road Trip – 21 Day Itinerary
Dining on Waiheke Island
This post provides a few suggestions for dining on Waiheke Island based on places we tried during our weekend trip to the island. If you are not familiar with Waiheke Island, then check out our post on this day trip from Auckland. Waiheke is beautiful and serene, just moment away from Auckland. Tip: Most casual restaurants in New Zealand are seat yourself or order … [Read more...] about Dining on Waiheke Island
Dining in Auckland
Who's traveling to Auckland? If you are, then you are going to need to eat. This post provides suggestions for dining in Auckland based on our personal experiences. … [Read more...] about Dining in Auckland
New Zealand Road Trip – Martinborough [Wine Region]
In September 2015, we took a five day New Zealand road trip in a camper van. Our third stop was at Martinborough which gave us an unexpected surprise - wine! … [Read more...] about New Zealand Road Trip – Martinborough [Wine Region]