On Friday we packed up the car and headed up the Coast - just a short car journey away, to a spot that truly takes your breath away once you navigate your way over gravel roads and winding hills.
We borrowed a friends retro caravan for the weekend, a Birthday getaway for me and my family.
The weather was beautiful, and we started each day with a swim before breakfast. The rest of the day was just spent lazing in the sun. walks along the beach, swimming, eating and running around after the boys. There were no showers and a smelly long drop loo, but when you looked at where we were and the stunning landscape around us it didn't matter at all.
The best thing is that Mr H is now a caravan convert so it looks like my dream of having a retro caravan will one day become a reality. We can't wait to go again, and hopefully next summer we will be in our own caravan in this little slice of paradise by the sea.
What an awesome spot. Glad to hear of another caravan convert!!!
ReplyDeleteMr H has been on Trademe since we got back, looking at Caravans. So happy he is finally with me on the whole retro caravan thing. Can't understand why it has taken so long..........I have all the best ideas, ha! xo
DeleteGosh that looks superb. Can you tell me where that is? I am hoping to bring the family to NZ North towards the end of the year and am hoping to head North of Auckland into less populated territory. Xx Deb
ReplyDeleteIf you are looking to camp and rough it. Tauwharenui Regional Park is just beautiful. Another stunning beach campground, that has nice cabins to is Waipu Cove - my favourite beach.
DeleteThe amazing thing about New Zealand Beaches is how uncrowded they can be. Some days we go to the beach and can be the only ones there. This is on the East Coast of the North Island. Message me if you want some tips on where to go. I know North of Auckland well. I was born in Auckland and my family are from further North so can tell you about some really amazing spots. xo
DeleteAlways wanted to own a van...
ReplyDeleteWhat an exciting little adventure! :) xxx
ReplyDeleteSometimes a mini holiday is just as satisfying as a big holiday. This all looks blissful X
ReplyDeleteI'm so jealous!! Sounds (and looks) like an awesome time away! :)
ReplyDeleteWhere did you go - the photos and scenery is stunning. Looks like a perfect birthday getaway. I have to admit it still takes me a while to get used to long drops when we camp at DOC sites.
ReplyDeleteOh my gosh, stunning x
ReplyDeleteMy goodness gracious!!! This is like a dream buddy! Look at that scenery and that caravan is awesome! I'm without words as this just looks like the most perfect weekend! Was it your birthday??? If so happy birthday sweet friend!!! Wishing you a wonderful week ahead!! Nicole xo
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday!! What an incredibly beautiful spot to stay in!! Really beautiful. Glad that you enjoyed the caravanning! xx
ReplyDeleteSuch amazing scenery, it seems so big! Our English countryside and scenery always seems on such a smaller scale. Happy Birthday and good luck with your caravan dream coming true!
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amazing! what a wonderful birthday treat.. the photos look like they were taken straight out of an old photo album! Wonderful happy memories made and remembered! Hazel x
ReplyDeleteJust stunning. My husband and I have also been tossing up the retro caravan idea, so far, it remains just that - an idea. What a fantastic birthday experience. New Zealand's beaches are just stunning. I feel reinvigorated just looking at these photos, you must have returned home feeling even more so.
ReplyDeleteOh so gorgeous and picturesque and utterly relaxing! Looks like a beautiful spot and such a wonderful weekend. Jealous! What a treat! Hope you get to do it again super soon x
ReplyDeleteNZ is so beautiful. We are coming back in winter for the third year in a row - we can't get enough of your picturesque country!!! Love that van too. Brings back happy childhood memories - all our family holidays were spent caravaning!
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