We spent 5 days on the North Island of New Zealand in February, to celebrate our friends’ wedding in the Bay of Plenty. It was a short trip, but awe & wonder was waiting for us around every corner. We built our itinerary for 5 days in the North Island around the wedding, with a night in Auckland, and stops in the Waikato and Bay … Continue reading 5 Days in North Island New Zealand: Bay of Plenty & Waikato

Aotearoa New Zealand is known for its pristine natural landscapes but the North Island often gets overlooked in favour of the dramatic scenery of the South Island. Beyond Auckland and the Hobbiton Movie Set Tours, I hadn’t heard much about the best things to do on the North Island before my trip. After spending 5 days on the North Island of New Zealand, I’ve rounded … Continue reading 10 of the Best Things to do in North Island, Aotearoa New Zealand