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Cardrona Hotel: The Most Photographed Building in New Zealand?

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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?

Rippon Vineyard: The World’s Most Photographed Vineyard

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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

Esk Valley Winery Hawkes Bay NZ

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Happy Wine Wednesday, which is a thing now. The Jeffsetters stop for a quick visit and tasting at Esk Valley Winery in the famous Hawkes Bay.  On our road trip through New Zealand, we stopped in the coastal town of Napier in Hawkes Bay. Wineries surround the art deco town. I happen to love art deco architecture and wine, so this is pretty much the perfect place for … [Read more...] about Esk Valley Winery Hawkes Bay NZ

Wineries: Waiheke Island Te Motu Vineyards and The Shed Restaurant

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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

Final drive through New Zealand – Lake Taupo

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One the last leg of our caravan drive from Queenstown to New Zealand, we were headed to Lake Taupo and then on to Hobbiton. At the start of our drive, we passed one of those small green or brown signs that said scenic view.  (Yes, I am still trying to get through all our photos of NZ). I am sure you have passed them in various countries, not really giving them a second … [Read more...] about Final drive through New Zealand – Lake Taupo

Wineries: Man O’War Vineyards Waiheke Island

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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

Dining on Waiheke Island

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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