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A gravel path lined with wooden posts leads towards a steep hillside covered in grass and shrubs, with a glimpse of the ocean visible in the background under a cloudy sky.

Putangirua Pinnacles Track: My Experience + Is It Worth It?

ByAnita Hendrieka

If you’re planning a trip to the North Island of New Zealand, you absolutely must visit the Putangirua Pinnacles…

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Rows of lush green grapevines in a vineyard under a clear blue sky in Martinborough, New Zealand. Red roses bloom at the end of each row, adding a vibrant pop of colour to the scenic landscape of this picturesque wine-growing region.

12 Best Martinborough Restaurants & Bars I Actually Recommend

ByAnita Hendrieka

If you’re a foodie with a passion for wine, then Martinborough should be right at the top of your travel list….

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25 Best Things to Do in Martinborough: My Local Favourites 2026

ByAnita Hendrieka

Whether you’re planning a weekend escape or a full week of exploring, Martinborough is packed with experiences to keep…

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11 Best Places to Stay in Martinborough: My Local Picks

11 Best Places to Stay in Martinborough: My Local Picks

ByAnita Hendrieka

Martinborough is a gem in the New Zealand wine country.  Known for its fantastic wine-tasting experiences and charming small-town…

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6 Best Martinborough Wine Tours From Wellington I’d Recommend

ByAnita Hendrieka

If you’re looking for a stress-free way to see the best award-winning wineries and learn about the local history…

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A cozy wine tasting room with a focus on a bottle of Johner 2015 Pinot Noir Rosé placed on a wooden countertop. The glass in the foreground contains a small amount of the rosé wine, catching the light beautifully. Behind the counter, shelves display more wine bottles and hanging wine glasses, while a wine rack on the left holds several bottles of rosé. The warm wood tones of the room, combined with the sunlight filtering through the windows, create an inviting and intimate atmosphere for wine tasting.

8 Best Martinborough Wineries I Love And Recommend

ByAnita Hendrieka

Visiting the Martinborough wineries is a local favourite thing to do for people living in the Wairarapa and Wellington…

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Try out a Martinborough wine tour this year, close up shot of wine bottles with inscription: Ata Rangi Martinborough, Craighall Riesling 2014, Wine of New Zealand

Martinborough Bike Hire: What I Recommend for Exploring the Wineries

ByAnita Hendrieka

Looking for your own bike hire in Martinborough, so you don’t have to worry about driving, gas prices or…

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My Cooking School Experience in the Wairarapa: Is Lavenders Green Worth It?

My Cooking School Experience in the Wairarapa: Is Lavenders Green Worth It?

ByAnita Hendrieka

Learning about a new region or country through food is one of the best ways to gain an understanding…

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Things to Do in the Wairarapa: My Favourite Places, Food + Stays

ByAnita Hendrieka

As I have lived in the Wairarapa, New Zealand, most of my life I have some great tips on…

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2 WAIRARAPA WALKS WITH INCREDIBLE VIEWS [NEW ZEALAND], gray suspension bridge over blue waters in autumn

6 Best Wairarapa Walks I’d Recommend for Incredible Views

ByAnita Hendrieka

The Wairarapa is a New Zealand gem that most people I know take for granted, including me! Which is…

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