New Zealand has so much to offer! We travelled the country for a year and compiled a list of the places we deem unforgettable, truly unique. Places you’d be blessed to be. In this post, we’re covering our top nine spots in the North Island. 1. Cape Reinga, Te Paki Sand Dunes & 90 Mile…
It’s cooling down and there’s condensation developing on your windows and metal linings in the morning. Droplets form then run down and wet timber or items in storage. Condensation’s no good for books either and left unchecked can encourage moulds, mildew, rot, or rust. But how can you deal with condensation in winter? Dehumidifier? Log…
Running out of inspiration at mealtime? Need to freshen up your go-to menu? Or don’t like spending ages in the kitchen and want new ideas for quick, easy meals that don’t need an oven? Me too! So I’ve put together a list of 10 Quick & Easy Dinners which I hope will inspire you in…
Ever wanted to live in a small space? Or to travel in a motor home or get ahead financially by going small? Unsure what it might be like to live smaller? Wherever you live there are up and downs to it but if you’ve ever wondered what some of the pros and cons of living…
Looking for ways to cut your spending on the road? Here are ten easy to implement ideas for saving your dollars so you can go further on less. 10+ Super Ways To Save Money On The Road in NZ 1. Join the NZMCA Three great financial reasons I can think of: *Cheap accommodation options…
Akaroa Day Trip The Banks Peninsula is beautiful volcanic territory and the town of Akaroa is nestled deep in the heart of it to the southeast of Christchurch in the South Island of New Zealand. Akaroa was settled in 1840 by French and German immigrants who arrived just after the Treaty of Waitangi had been…
There’s a lot to love about Christchurch aka The Garden City. We drove in through Rangiora and Amberley from the Lewis Pass and Hanmer. Reminders of the 2010 and 2011 earthquakes can still be found scattered throughout Christchurch and on entering this time, our first since 2015, we noticed large green spaces now covering huge…
Looking for a range of low-cost activities to do in Christchurch? Got kids or visitors to entertain while in town? Here you’ll find a list of 10 Cheap or Free Things To Do In Christchurch With Kids or Without PLUS some bonus paid activity ideas at the end. 1. Botanic Gardens & Hagley Park Christchurch…
