As someone who’s lived in New Zealand for a few years now, one thing I’ve learned is that outdoor spaces are incredibly important to us Kiwis. Whether it’s a small balcony in Auckland or a larger yard in Wellington, we all enjoy spending time outdoors, but keeping our gardens looking great can be a real hassle. I’ve often found my

I’ll never forget the moment my younger cousins landed in Auckland, bouncing with excitement about their family adventure. Watching their energy was a reminder of my own childhood holidays packed with exploration and togetherness. Now, having worked in New Zealand for a while, I often hear about families planning trips to the USA for adventure

Last summer, my flatmate Sophie and I decided to play tourists in the North Island of New Zealand. Living here for work, I’d mostly stuck to Auckland with a few weekend trips sprinkled in. But Sophie, with her zest for adventure, convinced me we needed to dive deeper. By the end of our whirlwind week, I was left wondering why I hadn’t done th

Last summer, after months of grinding away at work in Auckland, I decided to treat myself to something different, something a little special. A few friends suggested a weekend getaway to Coromandel, but not just any trip – we were going on a luxury charter yacht! Now, this wasn’t exactly something I’d planned to splurge on, but I can’t resi