Destinations
On this page we share some of the amazing people and places we have had the pleasure of visiting and assisting with our professional services.
Abel Tasman National Park (Wilsons Abel Tasman)
Awaiting the start of the next leg of kayaking in Abel Tasman National Park It’s 33 years since I first took a Wilsons Abel Tasman boat from Kaiteriteri into Awaroa armed with enthusiasm and my boyfriend’s tent. John Wilson was the skipper. He was the embodiment of a stern man of the sea, advising us…
Maruia River Retreat (just south of Murchison)
Distinctively Kiwi’s story features in the Winter 2026 issue of WORLD page 174-179 When is the last time you truly relaxed and let yourself be totally taken care of? When is the last time your mind and your body had a total reset and you were able to be at peace and feel nourished…
Te Mahuru Retreat (Kaikōura)
We’ve stayed at Mahuru Retreat just north of the Kaikōura town centre several times now and it’s hard to beat in terms of a warm welcome, value, and comfort. Host Jen (and her cute dog companions) always provide genuine hospitality, from the fresh flowers from her garden in every room, to the freshly baked bread…
Motuara Island (Marlborough Sounds)
Family members gifted us an experience for Christmas a couple of years ago and we finally redeemed it in the form of a half-day trip to Motuara Island with Beachcomber Cruises based in Picton. It was an 7:30am check in but the need for an early morning breakfast and coffee was well catered for by…
Ara Roa – Villa and Boutique Lodgings (Northland)
Spending more than 25 years doing anything indicates commitment, and for Ara Roa hosts Paul and Susanne, that’s a commitment to welcoming visitors to stay in a truly special part of Aotearoa/New Zealand. Whāngarei Heads and the Whananaki coastline is in Northland (about two-and-a-half hours north of Auckland). If you live in the North it’s…