Follow a half-Kiwi on her first full journey through the land she calls home, with fresh eyes, a camera, and a grateful heart. From quiet beaches to bustling markets—and all the quirky, off-the-beaten-path wonders that a lot of travellers miss. This half-Kiwi will be capturing the spirit of New Zealand through stories, photos, and video, one unexpected detour at a time. C’mon, let’s go adventuring!
Chasing Mountains, Finding Cows
I have always had my favourite spots in Ōtautahi Christchurch and the South Island. It’s where I visited most as a kid and eventually lived for a short time. I have a lot of favourite spots, as does everyone who’s ever visited. Aotearoa New Zealand is famous around…
The Journey Begins…
The journey to New Zealand happened at the end of June. Between setting up house, job hunting, and remembering to drive on the other side of the road, I have been up to my ears with things to do. The very best part has been being able to visit with my whanau (family) whenever we like – at least those in Christchurch! The next post is about the place one of the best kept secret coffee shops in New Zealand is located and a whole lot of beauty to go with the delicious brew!