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    Auckland,  New Zealand,  North Island

    Waiheke Island Wineries: Ultimate Guide For Wine Tasting (& Map)

    Waiheke Island is known as New Zealand’s ‘Island of Wine’ and is a great location to visit wineries and vineyards for wine tastings. Nestled in the sparkling waters of the Hauraki Gulf, Waiheke Island is a short ferry ride from Auckland, New Zealand’s biggest city on the North Island. Waiheke Island is a picturesque island…

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    Auckland,  New Zealand,  North Island

    8 Best Things To Do In Onetangi, Waiheke Island | Auckland, NZ

    Onetangi is a wonderful spot to visit on Waiheke Island. Located on the northern coast of Waiheke, the coastal village has one of the best beaches on the island, as well as award-winning restaurants and wineries. Onetangi is one of the main townships on Waiheke Island and is well worth visiting during your trip. The…

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    Auckland,  New Zealand,  North Island

    16 Fun Things To Do On Waiheke Island Without A Car

    Want to know what you can do on Waiheke Island without a car? This post will tell you everything you need to know about visiting Auckland’s gorgeous Waiheke Island without a car. Waiheke Island is just a short 20-minute ferry ride from Auckland on the fast ferry for passengers, making it a great destination to…

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    Auckland,  New Zealand,  North Island

    11 Best Things To Do In Oneroa, Waiheke Island | Auckland, NZ

    Looking for the most awesome things to see and do in Oneroa on Waiheke Island? I got you covered! Oneroa is one of the main townships on the beautiful Waiheke Island, located approximately 40 minutes from Auckland city by ferry. Waiheke Island is a gem in New Zealand and is considered to be a paradise…

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Hello, I’m Lauren!

I’m a travel writer from the U.K., specialising in maximising travel experiences on a modest budget.
I have been travelling for over 15 years and lived and worked in 7 different countries, including Scotland, New Zealand and Japan.
I’m 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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