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  • Holiday Packing List for Bali Just Packed (What’s In & What’s Out!)

    Holiday Packing List for Bali Just Packed (What’s In & What’s Out!)

    Struggling with your family holiday packing list for that Bali trip? You’re not alone! Packing for a family can feel like solving a massive puzzle — especially when you’re heading from cooler New Zealand to hot, humid Bali. We’re all about real travel — not too cheap, not too fancy, just good value and memorable…


  • Bali to Gili Trawangan: Your Easy Guide to Booking a Boat to Gili Islands – Deals, Tips and My Story

    Bali to Gili Trawangan: Your Easy Guide to Booking a Boat to Gili Islands – Deals, Tips and My Story

    Planning your boat to Gili Islands trip from Bali?Let’s cut through the chaos and get you on the right ferry — fast, safe, and within budget. This side trip to Gili Trawangan, Gili Air, or Gili Meno is one of the best escapes from Bali, especially for families. It’s peaceful, car-free, and full of postcard-perfect…


  • Auckland Hike: Top 5 Easy Family-Friendly Trails Kids Love

    Auckland Hike: Top 5 Easy Family-Friendly Trails Kids Love

    Why Hike Auckland’s Awesome Trails with Your Family? Planning your next family Auckland hike but unsure where to find trails suitable for little legs?Getting kids outdoors and exploring nature is a fantastic way to spend quality time together, away from screens. Auckland’s diverse landscapes, from lush forests to stunning coastlines, offer countless cool walking tracks…


  • Auckland Hidden Gem: Ambury Park FREE Family Fun (Dad’s Guide)

    Auckland Hidden Gem: Ambury Park FREE Family Fun (Dad’s Guide)

    Why Ambury Park is My Top Auckland Hidden Gem Find (Especially for Families!) Looking for an Auckland hidden gem that offers amazing family fun without emptying your wallet?Auckland is full of surprises — a vibrant city life balanced by easy escapes into nature, making it a fantastic choice for families traveling through New Zealand. (We…


  • Bali Airport Transfer: Easy Guide for Families

    Bali Airport Transfer: Easy Guide for Families

    Why This Post Exists Is figuring out your Bali Airport Transfer feeling like a stressful puzzle, especially when picturing landing with tired kids, the Bali heat hitting you, and juggling all those bags? Gidday! As an NZ dad planning our family trip, my first thought was exactly that: how do we get from Denpasar Airport (DPS) to…