Results for Auckland
*please note price is in USD and I can’t change the currency*
And please note the guide is IN PROGRESS. Purchasing gives you all updates, and I’m spending a lot of time to update most days. Currently you can view the waypoints. Track descriptions are being added daily. Not all tracks have descriptions yet. Descriptions include info on track conditions and terrain and how our kids of various stages found it.
A guide to the Hut of New Zealand, with children in tow!
Get reliable information on which hikes (With a focus on overnight) are great for kids, as well as specific child-friendly information on them. This is designed to be a parents guide and works great as an accompaniment to our My Overnight Adventure Journal, available in both Te Ika-a-Māui and Te Waipounamu, in hard print for the kids to take with on your adventures.
Map Key:
STAY symbol -DOC or other hut.
GO symbol - Drive-to DOC or similar hut. (May be 4wd accessible)
DO symbol - Walk-to camp ground. Either wild camping, or proper DOC tramping campground with toilets.
Child friendly ratings explained:
5 stars: Easy shorter track, simple enough that most first timers can visit, and kids of all ages can visit (with some carrying needed for younger ages) Suitable for beginner/ never ever tramped before parents to take never ever tramped before kids.
4 stars: Easy spot to visit, however caveats exist. Eg. Big river crossing, not having a 4wd makes the track harder, there is a dodgy section, or track is on the longer side. Sometimes it is because despite the hut being very easily accessible, it’s in poor condition, and you’d need a tent to stay here, making it a less than ideal trip.
3 stars: Might not make a great first trip, but is a track kids will enjoy. Still relatively child friendly, but will need adults that have overnight hiked in a variety of terrain before, and are capable of decision making on the trip. Kids under 4 will likely need carried for sections.
2 stars: Not super child friendly, but still enjoyable for capable kids. Kids under 5 will likely need to be carried for sections. 5 year olds would need to have done several trips to be capable. But could be a first time trip for average 10yo+
1 star: Older and fit kids 8-12+ will enjoy these. They’re not great first trips, but if you’re experienced, you could take an older more capable kid here as a first trip if you’re prepared to take all day.
0 stars: I likely won’t add these to the map, but these would be huts not recommended even for experienced kids.
At the start, this map will have a bunch of locations that are child friendly, and I will add descriptive text as time goes on. For now some are missing descriptive text. Buying the guide now ensures you will get all the updates. This includes text and images, as it is updated in real time.
Your support of the guide in these early stages ensures that I can continue writing the content. It will also be published in a hard copy physical book once ready.
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Discover the extraordinary in the land of the long white cloud. Introducing my New Zealand Odyssey—an unparalleled journey that seamlessly blends nature's majesty, cultural immersion, and adrenaline-pumping adventures. Picture yourself exploring ancient Maori traditions under a starlit sky, venturing into the heart of the Southern Alps, and kayaking through pristine fjords. Immerse yourself in a world where innovation meets nature's wonders. In this guide, I’ve curated the perfect itinerary after years of living in and exploring all over New Zealand. Don't just visit New Zealand; experience it like never before with us. Your adventure awaits. Think different, travel different.
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Here you will find all the hotels/hostels/homestays that I've stayed at around the world. My recommendations are honest, so I only listed those that I really liked and would stay at again.
You can find them for each country in an alphabetical order to make searching easier for you and recommendations are everything from low-budget to 5 star hotels.
As I'm always travelling, I will keep adding new places to this list.
Please note:
Creating these guides takes up quite some time so if you like one of my recommended accommodations, it would really help me if you'd book through my link as I'll receive a small commission. The price will stay the same for you, it only helps me to be able to provide more free content in the future. So it's a win-win for both of us and I'd be very grateful for your support!🙂
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Hostels can be a great way to meet other travelers, stay in popular locations, and travel affordably. Here's a running list of hostels that I've stayed at and a summary of my experience with them. Any questions? Shoot me a message on Instagram or TikTok!
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This is a map of all my favorite spots to explore, eat, and stay in Aotearoa New Zealand after a year and a half of living in the land of the long white cloud with my two kids. Nearly all the pins are child friendly and they are noted if not.
I update this periodically as I travel to new places so keep an eye out and enjoy New Zealand's incredible country!
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Hey All,
Fun fact! I travelled to New Zealand for a month and had the best time ever!
But now I keep getting asked where I stayed, so I thought I would assemble a list for you.
Note: I mostly stayed in hostels or motels, but hey... it's for the plot!
As always, love
AR xx
Email: travelwithar02@gmail.com
Instagram: _TravelwithAR_
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Just 4.8 million people occupy New Zealand's two islands, leaving vast untouched landscapes in this stunning corner of the world. Explore the north island for kiwi history, diverse vibrant cities and Maori culture all within reach. Whereas, the south island holds some of the most natural and stunning landscapes you will ever see. In this guide, the best cities, tourist attractions will be unearthed, as well as all the essential logistical questions, instagramable places, do's and don'ts and tips from bloggers.
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- Unlimited access to the interactive map
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- More than 200 things to do including accommodation, activities, attractions, beaches, mountains, hikes, some secret places and more...
- Unlimited access to several types of suggested routes
- Direct links to service reservation pages
- Different itinerary suggestions depending on your interests.
- Recommendations
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This meticulously crafted interactive map showcases an extensive stop-by-stop driving route through Cathedral Valley in Capitol Reef National Park, Utah, featuring 25 handpicked locations, along with detailed information about each site. With the Cathedral Valley Scenic Drive Map, your exploration becomes a curated and unforgettable experience, guiding you through the awe-inspiring landscapes of Cathedral Valley, the rainbow-colored Bentonite Hills, and the glistening Glass Mountain.
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