New Zealand

Haumoana

February 25, 2026: Forty days in Haumoana, living like a local – watching the sun emerge from the rolling sea each morning as the waves set the rhythm for the day.

Haumoana translates to “Ocean’s Breath” from native New Zealand Māori. Or perhaps, less poetically, “windy sea.” Breezy it may be, but a beautiful part of Hawke’s Bay for sure.

Kaikōura

February 25, 2026: Kaikōura rests on a dramatic stretch of coast. The mountains, peaks still adorned with last season’s snow, soar above as the sea washes at their feet.

The Marlborough Sounds

February 23, 2026: In the Marlborough Sounds, the land doesn’t so much meet the sea, as surrender to it.

Wonderful Wellington

February 20, 2026: We rolled into Wellington on a beautiful Friday afternoon – harbor glittering, hills green, blue skies – for a weekend visit with a dear friend from Charlotte. Hello Jennifer!

Return to Aotearoa

March 28, 2026 Kia ora, New Zealand! Two years ago, we fell in love with you. So this year, we return to Aotearoa: land of the long white cloud.

New Zealand Wine

February-March, 2023: Sauvignon Blanc is the star of New Zealand Wine. But there is much more here. And the Kiwis keep the best to themselves!

Golden Bay

February 17, 2023: Golden Bay, tucked away in the remote northwest corner of the South Island, hides several remarkable natural sights.

Wild Wharariki Beach

February 17, 2023: Wharariki Beach takes the prize as the most beautiful beach in New Zealand, if not the world. Absolutely stunning.

The Abel Tasman Track

February 15, 2023: The Abel Tasman Track delivers beautiful views and isolated beaches in an easy day hike. This kind of walk is why outdoor enthusiasts love New Zealand!

February 11, 2023: Our little blue bach in Punakaiki felt far from civilization. We had only the waves, weka, and bloodthirsty sand flies for company as we admired the blue horizon of the Tasman Sea.