by admin | Oct 23, 2016 | Auckland Escape, Things to do
Five of the best mini-breaks in Auckland Auckland has plenty about it to love, but sometimes we all need and Auckland escape; to get away from the big smoke. If you’re already considering a mid-winter break but don’t want to break the bank, then a...
by admin | Nov 8, 2015 | Things to do, Warkworth
Warkworth Walks – Walks Worth Walking More than just walks! Started in November 2009 and incorporated as a not for profit in 2012, Warkworth Walks offer guided walks over land usually not open to the public. This weekend there were another 13 spectacular guided...
by admin | Oct 30, 2015 | Mahurangi West
David Farrier Corrects Lonely Planet’s Shamefully Inaccurate Analysis of Waiheke Island By David Farrier Many moons ago I penned an article entitled It’s Time We Admitted That Waiheke is Terrible. I told some terrible truths in that piece, and the people of...
by admin | Oct 8, 2015 | Matakana, Things to do
Wineries in Matakana Albariño, Rousanne and Viognier — future wine stars of New Zealand? This trip through Auckland wineries takes us to Mahurangi River Winery, located in the Matakana region. Mahurangi River Winery is a small winery, founded in the end of 90s of last...
by admin | Dec 25, 2014 | accommodation, Matakana
Omaha Beach Surf Experience with Salt Water Eco Your day begins in the heart of Matakana Wine Country, only about 40 minutes from Mahurangi West Wing Bed & Breakfast. Here you meet your expert Surf Instructor over fresh coffee and...
