August 10, 2017
As many of you know, I have been living on Waiheke Island for about a year and a half. Here on the island, the presence of vineyards and love of wine permeates the air. On New Zealand’s “island of wine,” sometimes I’m just looking for a relaxing environment and good craft beer—no fine dining or […]
January 10, 2017
As I am finally spending a full summer on Waiheke Island this year, my friends and I decided to put together a bucket list of all the things we want to do, wines to taste, and food to eat. I have already done some of these last summer, but the goal is to make it […]
August 25, 2016
Living in New Zealand, I’m happier with myself than I have ever been before. I embrace things that make me feel good and bring me inner peace. Each day I try to express gratitude and exude positivity everywhere I go. This type of temperament and lifestyle is simple to live out with a great morning […]
April 30, 2016
I am so fortunate to have lived in one of the most beautiful places on Earth. Waiheke Island is a paradise full of beautiful people and scenery. If you have the opportunity to visit this place, do not pass it up. Enough talking, see for yourself. 1. Onetangi Beach 2. Mudbrick Vineyard […]
April 25, 2016
Recently, my amazing friend from home, Kayla, came to visit me on Waiheke Island. She has just moved to Auckland and is also the only person from home able to visit me during my time living on the island. My excitement level for seeing someone from home was through the roof. I wanted to plan the best […]
February 26, 2016
Breathtaking. Every time someone asks me what I thought of Man O’ War Bay and Winery I say that it took my breath away. I knew that Waiheke is beautiful, but I didn’t realize quite how much until I made this drive. Every day I continue to be amazed by this island. I wanted to […]
February 17, 2016
For the last two weeks, I’ve made my home on the gorgeous green Waiheke Island off the coast of Auckland. Large enough not to induce island fever, yet small enough to be a community, this place has stolen my heart. Backpackers and travelers come to the island every summer to work, drink, and love life. […]
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