Department of Conservation has put together a great leaflet about walks in the Karangaheka Gorge, so I don’t think there is need for any further directions, let’s just enjoy the scenery. A nice place to stop on the way to Mt Maunganui/Tauranga – the views are spectacular. The windows walk was our favourite, but it definitely pays to pack a torch. Here is the link with … Continue reading Karangahake Gorge
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Congratulations.. you have made it to Uzbekistan. Your first stop in this interesting country is most likely to be the capital, Tashkent. Tashkent is a mixture of old and new – along with ultra modern high rise buildings, sometimes you might see an occasional donkey on the outskirts of the city or a mighty lada with a huge couch being transported on its roof. Is it safe in … Continue reading What to do in Tashkent
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Oh Uzbekistan! The land of emm… the unknown? I have survived and truly enjoyed my time there a few weeks ago. To be completely honest I didn’t know anyone even remotely interested in travelling to Uzbekistan, or someone who has been there previously. Lets start with the basics – all the facts I’ve picked up from travelling as a single female traveller. Best time to … Continue reading Uzbekistan travel – before you go
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Hong Kong is a crazy place – land is co scarce, every inch is used a livable/useful space. When it comes to markets though, there are no goods out there that do not deserve a market to be named after. Lady goods? Gold Fish? Jade market? No problems! Let’s talk about the best markets in Hong Kong that are worth visiting when you are in … Continue reading Must see markets in Hong Kong
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Hong Kong is an incredible concrete jungle. If you are looking for free things to do in Hong Kong – nothing beats strolling through the city and exploring it on foot. It is safe, fascinating and ok, maybe a little bit ghetto at times (which is charming in a weird sort of way). You will probably leave with a sore neck too as the city just keeps … Continue reading Hong Kong
Two things come to my mind when I think of Melbourne – eating and endless routes for mindless walking. The food is delicious and with the city being as flat as a pancake, walking is a bliss. Why not combine the two and endeavor on a little cafe adventure? Here are top five café recommendations, suggested by trusted sources and personally tested a couple of … Continue reading Make the most of your stay in Melbourne
Three places you can only find in Wellington. 1. Wellington Chocolate Factory. Nested between converted apartments it is chocoholic’s haven. Watch live how some of their products are being made, smell the chocolate, have a cuppa coffee and sample some of the chocolate. It isn’t cheap but really good quality. 2. Six Barrel Soda. Another Wellington local. Home of delicious soda syrups, milkshakes and beautiful … Continue reading Only in Wellington
I greatly dislike waiting in lines for things like exhibitions, tourists attractions…. There was only one exhibition this year where I spent waiting almost an hour before the doors opened This exhibition was at Te Papa, Wellington called Gallipoli: The scale of our war exhibition which marks World War 1 centenary. It is free and well worth the wait. Created with Weta workshop (creators of … Continue reading Gallipoli: The scale of our war, Te Papa Wellington
Celebrating all things handmade! Open every Saturday from 10 am to 4pm. Under Frank Kitts Park Jervois Quay, Wellington Waterfront Wellington 6011 New Zealand Continue reading Underground market. Wellington
B is for bear. Your irregular dose of inspiration 