BKs Chardonnay Motor Lodge

Things to do

Pukaha Mount Bruce National Wildlife Centre: all that’s good and great and native in the avian category

Climb to the summit of Te Arapiki o Tawhaki for impressive views and experience New Zealand as it used to be on the way with wild kaka, kokako, stichbird, takahe, kakariki and ancient tuatara.  Read the story . . . 

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Castlepoint Scenic Reserve: the views, the views, the views

Discover a perfect getaway of blissful walks, long, languorous beaches, exquisite sunrises, sheltered lagoons and fossil-rich reefs . . . and of course the prettiest lighthouse, fondly and simply known by locals as 'holiday light'. Read the story . . . 

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Cape Palliser: the wild, windblown promontory that is the southernmost tip of the North Island

Climb the steps of Cape Palliser lighthouse and immerse yourself in the rugged charm of Ngawi fishing village, home to the charming lotto pirate ship and the North Island's southernmost point, where there are more tractors hauling crayfish boats in and out of Cook Strait than people. Read the story . . . 

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Campervanning: the spontaneous way to travel

If the idea of a guided tour brings you out in spots, you’ll be wanting to bring yourself to the spots you most want to see. Read the story . . . 

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Classic New Zealand Wine Trail: Napier to Blenheim

What better way to taste your way across islands and through three of New Zealand's major wine-producing regions than on the Classic New Zealand Wine Trail . . . Read the story . . . 

Out and about

New Zealand produce: fresh is best

Passionate foodie Delaney Mes believes fresh is best and that is undoubtedly the case when it comes to New Zealand produce: it’s one of the single greatest things our country has to offer. Read the story . . . 

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South Wairarapa: cobblestones, charm and cheese

It’s a wet weekend when we visit Lake Ferry. The sound of lashing rain adds to the roar of surf pounding the beach. Read the story . . . 

Auckland Botanic Gardens Visit website

With 64 hectares and over 10,000 plants to discover, a trip to the Auckland Botanic Gardens is a great way to spend the day. . . . More . . .