Raglan is a small quiet little surfer town on the west coast of New Zealand. It was definitely the type of place where I would want to stay for a few weeks. I stayed in this surf camp lodge located on a mountain by the ocean, in the middle of a jungle and a view of the glow worms that New Zealand is known for. The surf is pretty good here but if it’s ever flat you can drive 35 min further south to where it’s always about 2-3ft if flat in Raglan. I also recommend you see the Bridal Veil Falls. It’s not too far from there and totally worth the 10 minute hike with different levels of views. Raglan made me feel so relaxed. When your seeing these things and traveling through such a beautiful country, life feels surreal.
80 things we wish we knew before we started traveling
Great article for people who want to start traveling. I found some of these things useful to know. Very good tips. Even if you know this, a good reminder is always needed. Click here to read the article.
And the journey continues..Piha, New Zealand
When your traveling alone for a while and haven’t seen close friends or family in a while, you could have your down days every once in a while. There is also days where you say to yourself: “I wish I could have my family/friends here to see this too.” But its these “up” moments that make you want to keep going and see more. The key is to stay busy. I went to Piha on a pretty lonely day and boy did it blow me away. I went to Piha from Auckland, New Zealand and its about a 45 minute drive west of Auckland. I totally recommend it and would say its worth the drive. Well Piha was one of the spots where you look out and think to yourself: “Wow, I cant believe I’m here.” I know I haven’t seen much of New Zealand yet but I’ve read and seen pictures of nothing but amazing landscapes and scenery. I’m super excited to go explore more. As I make my way down around the north Island and the South Island, I will be posting more must see spots in New Zealand.
90 Mile Beach Sand dunes body boarding
Ninety Mile Beach is a beach located on the western coast of the far north of the North Island of New Zealand. The beach, and specifically its northern dunes, is a famous tourist destination. The dunes, looking very much like a desert landscape, was pretty unexpected. We went body boarding down them and it was a blast and saw a few funny wipe outs.
Cape Reinga
Cape Reinga, located at the northern end of the North Island of New Zealand. The name of the cape comes from the M?ori word ‘Reinga’, meaning the ‘Underworld’. Cape Reinga is generally considered the separation marker between the Tasman Sea to the west and the Pacific Ocean to the east. From the lighthouse it is possible to watch the tidal race, as the two seas clash to create unsettled waters just off the coast. It’s April here and the climate is cool and windy. A beautiful peaceful place to come and visit. Very scenic with sand dunes a bit south and a 90 mile beach which you can drive on.
Kiwi land!
Well I arrived here and its pretty cool, as in the weather. It doesn’t get too cold where I stay around in Auckland but if I go down south it might be snowing in a few weeks. Life is definitely a lot slower here which is awesome. Learning to drive on the left lane and on the right hand drivers seat was pretty confusing at first but I managed to pick it up pretty quick. It was a little harder for me because the car I’m driving is manual so focusing on that and not turning into the opposite lane made it a little harder. What got me a few times was the turning signal being on the right side of the steering wheel instead of the left. New Zealand is truly a beautiful place and everything is so close to the main city from beaches to ranges to volcanoes. One thing is for sure, I have never seen so many sheep in my life.
Vinaka. Moce. Thank you and goodbye Fiji.
Bula! From Fiji!
A single step..
Sometimes you think its not safe. Sometimes you think its not smart. Sometimes you have to leap before you know. My first stop California has been amazing. San Diego is like living on the beach in the 90’s Dr.Dre style. Not to mention Dana Point, a beautiful town in Southern California on the Pacific Coast Highway or as they say the PCH or 101. I’ll post pics up soon but I got fly to the airport to catch my flight to Fiji.
My first day in California
