North Island

May 8, 2018

Paraparaumu Campground With Ensuite & Freedom Camping

I’ve found the most decadent campground. You get your own ensuite in a little cabin – I’m in heaven. Plus, after all the tyre drama, I […]
May 1, 2018

Lighthouses, Wind & Snow in the Wairarapa

This is the first time I’ve been in the Wairarapa region and it’s much more interesting than the other side of the Tararua Ranges. The east coast at […]
April 3, 2018

Dannevirke – an unknown town with falls & beaches

Over Easter I decided to base myself in a small town called Dannevirke. It’s enjoyable setting a slower travel pace and I’m in this for the […]
March 20, 2018

Exploring the Gisborne Region by Caravan

It’s a scenic drive up to Gisborne from Hawkes Bay with a mixture of ocean views, wild farmland and bush. Plenty of corners and a few […]
November 28, 2017

Freedom Camping in Caravan & Exploring Cape Kidnappers | Hawkes Bay

I recently went on a short trip with the caravan to explore Cape Kidnappers in Hawkes Bay, New Zealand. Cape Kidnappers is known for it’s nesting […]
September 19, 2017

Exploring the Coromandel in New Zealand

I arrived in the Coromandel Town and was trapped there for a few days because of the winter weather. After the weather passed, I moved my […]
August 15, 2017

Wairere Falls outside of Matamata

I didn’t know what to expect for the Wairere Falls hike. It was described on the DoC website as the highest waterfall in New Zealand’s North Island and […]
August 1, 2017

Great Campground & Free Activities in Rotorua

Rotorua has been a real surprise. Growing up in New Zealand, I always thought of it as a place to avoid. Too touristy and smelly from […]
July 18, 2017

Waikato’s Blue Spring Walk

Blue Spring in Waikato New Zealand is an easy and very enjoyable walk following a beautiful river. I’ve never seen water like this. It’s extremely clear […]