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  • waikite valley pergola pool - covered with a wooden pergola, next to the steaming hot river, with rocks in the pool and plants and ferns surrounding it, the water is still and is reflecting the blue sky and clouds - hot pools and springs north island new zealand
    New Zealand,  North Island

    18 Best Hot Pools & Springs In North Island, New Zealand

    A visit to New Zealand’s North Island would not be complete without a dip in the beautiful hot pools and hot springs. Due to the North Island’s vibrant geothermal activity, there are many hot pools and natural hot springs to choose from. I’ve been lucky to bathe in hot pools and springs in both the…

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    New Zealand,  North Island

    Forgotten World Highway: Best Left Forgotten? Your Complete Guide

    Many New Zealand travel guides may tell you that the Forgotten World Highway is a ‘must do’ road trip, but is that really true? In this complete guide, I’ll share with you what the Forgotten World Highway is really like. Plus, if you do decide to do it, you’ll know what the best things to…

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  • view of whanganui new zealand best free things to see and do in whanganui
    New Zealand,  North Island,  Whanganui

    8 Free Things To See & Do In Whanganui

    In this post, I will share with you the best fun and FREE things to see and do in Whanganui, New Zealand. Whanganui was recently crowned New Zealand’s most beautiful city (small city that is – it had to jointly share the top spot with the ‘big city’ of Hamilton. Hamilton is nice, but in…

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    Hikes & Walks,  New Zealand,  North Island,  Wellington

    Escarpment Track: A Beautiful Walk From Paekakariki to Pukerua Bay

    Are you seeking a thrilling walk with beautiful coastline views? The Escarpment Track is what you’ve been looking for. This exciting walk combines daring steep drops and high swing bridges with the stunning Kapiti Coastline to give you an awe-inspiring rush. The Escarpment Track is located just a short 1-hour train ride from New Zealand’s…

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Lauren is a travel writer from the U.K., specialising in maximising travel experiences on a modest budget. She’s been travelling for over 15 years and lived and worked in 7 different countries, including Scotland, New Zealand and Japan. She’s on a mission to inspire adventure and show you how to travel for longer, for cheaper and have more authentic travel experiences.
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