Sleeping in Doubtful Sound is good for the soul
There is nothing like hanging out overnight in Doubtful Sound to reset the soul. Well, anywhere in Fiordland will probably do the trick, maybe anywhere in New Zealand. As someone…
Returning to the southern seaside in Riverton
I have so much nostalgia for Riverton. Tucked away in Southland along the southern coast of the South Island, Riverton has long been the beloved seaside getaway for Wanaka folks. …
Some of my favorite sustainable kiwi brands that back nature
I can’t stop talking about conservation and sustainable kiwi brands. Back in September, we had Conservation Week here in New Zealand. This year the focus was on taking action for…
9 reasons why it’s never been a better time to visit Fox Glacier
People always ask me what my favorite place in the world to travel to is, and I always give different answers. I play fast and loose with the term “favorite,”…
35 photos to inspire you to visit Tekapo
Lately, I find myself muttering things like, I remember when this place was only this big. Is this a sign I’m getting old? I’ve been lucky enough to call New…
Meet the Observatory Hotel: Christchurch’s newest, stylish boutique hotel
If you journey beyong the Gothic Revival walls of Te Matatiki Toi Ora The Arts Centre, you’ll find Christchurch’s newest and most stylish boutique accommodation – The Observatory Hotel. Sigh.…
So I just wrote a book about houseplants and happiness
The day I’ve been dreaming of for so long is here. I’m so excited to share that my first book, Houseplants and Design: A New Zealand Guide is available for…
When it’s time to upgrade your life
Someone once told me that by the time women hit their mid-twenties, they were too damaged for relationships. Hearing that filled me with rage, though at the time, I lacked…
Where to relax and unwind in the Catlins
When it comes to New Zealand, it’s not particularly hard to go off the grid. In the eyes of the rest of the world (I’m looking at you, Australia), New…
Outsider
When I was young, I was bullied a lot at school. It’s not something I think about a lot. In fact, I have blocked a lot of it from my…